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Pete Edochie Speaks Truth: On Buhari, Tinubu, and the Decay of Nigerian Values

Key Takeaways & Summary ​1. Broadcasting Career & Standards [01:43] ​Pete Edochie began his broadcasting career in 1967 after returning from the North during the crisis. ​He rose to become a Director and created classic programs like Music from the Masters, which featured classical music. ​Critique of Modern Broadcasters [05:36]: He laments that modern broadcasters lack professional depth and research. He recalls how, in his time, they would extensively research interview subjects (e.g., reading up on psychiatry before interviewing a psychiatrist), whereas today's broadcasters often lack that rigour. ​2. Acting Career & "Things Fall Apart" [10:05] ​The Role of Okonkwo: He was discovered for the lead role in Things Fall Apart by a colleague (Engineer Ugu) who noticed his walking step matched the description of the character Okonkwo in Chinua Achebe's book. ​Passion vs. Money [17:14]: He emphasizes that he was driven by a desire to make an impression and excel in his craft, not by money. He criticizes the current generation of actors and politicians for prioritizing money over excellence and reputation. ​3. Political Views & Marginalization [21:45] ​Buhari Administration: Edochie openly states that the previous administration under President Buhari "deliberately ignored" the Southeast (Igbo people), citing the exclusion of the region from railway projects despite their high travel volume. ​Tinubu Administration [24:52]: He credits President Tinubu for appointing an Igbo man (Dave Umahi) as Minister of Works, noting that Umahi's work in Ebonyi State proves his competence. ​Indigeneship vs. Citizenship [27:19]: He argues that Nigeria's biggest problem is the emphasis on tribe and religion. He believes anyone born in a region should be able to run for office there, citing the UK and USA as examples where heritage doesn't bar political service (e.g., Rishi Sunak in the UK). ​4. The Problem with Nigeria [33:45] ​When asked if Nigeria should return to a parliamentary system, Edochie argues that the system is not the problem; the people are. He uses the analogy of a car: if a driver drives recklessly, it is the driver's fault, not the car's. Changing the system without changing the mindset of the leaders will not solve the country's issues Subscribe to SIGNATURETV:    / @signaturetv8216   ​​​​​​... Follow on Twitter:   / @signaturetv   ... Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ @signaturetv8216 .... Follow on Instagram:   / @signaturetv   ... #politics #Entertainment #DailyNews #BreakingNews #YouTube #Video #TodaysNews #TodaysVideo #NaijaNews #NewsNow #WatchVideo#TrendingGist #NewsUpdate #Buhari #Tinubu #nigerianewspapers #rufaioseni #nigeriadecides2023 #nigeriaelection2023 #sports #football #sport #fitness #nflop #basketball #nba #soccer #gym #training #workout #baseball #athlete #fit #espn #hockey #golf #npfl #boxing #nhl #cricket #nflnews #futbol #tennis #superbowl #fia #formular1news #championsleague #football #soccer #premierleague #messi #fifa #ucl #realmadrid #cr #seriea #laliga #futbol #ronaldo #neymar #barcelona #juventus #calciomercato #cristianoronaldo #europaleague #uefa #a #futebol #psg #bundesliga #liverpool #champions #uefachampionsleague #manchesterunited #sport #cristiano #breakingnews