Buhari Achieved More in Infrastructure Than Obasanjo, Yar'Adua, and Jonathan Combined – Bashir Ahmad

Bashir Ahmad Declares Buhari Better Than Obasanjo, Yar'Adua, and Jonathan in Infrastructure Development

Bashir Ahmad, a former aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has claimed that Buhari surpassed former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, and Goodluck Jonathan in infrastructure development.

Reacting to a post by X user @PDPRepublic, who stated that Nigeria was last in good hands under Obasanjo, Yar'Adua, and Jonathan, Ahmad wrote:

"Hilarious! In terms of infrastructure, these three presidents combined can’t boast even a third of what President Buhari achieved in his 8 years. That is not even an opinion, that is a fact."

He went on to criticize the PDP for its 16-year rule, stating:

"PDP failed to create any legacy project for 16 yrs."

Ahmad described this as disgraceful, noting that despite the oil boom during the PDP era, the party failed to translate wealth into infrastructure.

Here are some reactions from Nigerians to Ahmad’s statement:

Jose Mourinho Sparks Outrage in Turkey Over ‘Monkey’ Remark After Galatasaray Clash

Former Real Madrid coach, Jose Mourinho, has once again found himself at the center of controversy in Turkey. The Portuguese tactician, who currently manages Fenerbahçe, has come under heavy criticism following his remarks after a goalless draw against Galatasaray.

Speaking after the match, Mourinho stated that Galatasaray players on the bench were “jumping like monkeys.” This comment did not sit well with the reigning Turkish champions, who have since threatened to report him to UEFA for what they describe as a ‘racist remark.’

In an official statement published in both English and Turkish, Galatasaray condemned Mourinho’s words, accusing him of consistently making derogatory statements since his arrival in Turkey. The club further announced its intention to pursue legal action against the Fenerbahçe coach.

Galatasaray’s Statement:

*"Since the commencement of his managerial duties in Türkiye, Fenerbahçe manager Jose Mourinho has persistently issued derogatory statements directed towards the Turkish people. Today, his discourse has escalated beyond merely immoral comments into unequivocally inhumane rhetoric.

We hereby formally declare our intention to initiate criminal proceedings concerning the racist statements made by Jose Mourinho and shall accordingly submit official complaints to UEFA and FIFA. Furthermore, we shall diligently observe the stance adopted by Fenerbahçe—an institution professing to uphold 'exemplary moral values'—in response to the reprehensible conduct exhibited by their manager.*

#SayNoToRacism"

The controversy has further intensified, with several Galatasaray players, including Nigerian international Victor Osimhen—who is currently on loan at the club—and Rolland Sallai, sharing the hashtag #SayNoToRacism on their social media accounts.

In football, the term "monkey" has historically been associated with racist abuse, with incidents involving players like Mario Balotelli in Italy and Vinicius Junior in Spain sparking global outcry.

However, some argue that Mourinho’s comment may not have been intended in a racial context. The Galatasaray bench included both black and white players, and the Portuguese coach has a strong history of working well with African players, including Didier Drogba, John Mikel Obi, and even Victor Osimhen, whom he has often praised.

With Galatasaray pushing for UEFA intervention, it remains to be seen what consequences, if any, Mourinho will face for his remarks.

Galatasaray’ın 4-1’lik Hezimeti: Taktik Hatalar, Kayırmacılık ve Osimhen Etkisi!

Galatasaray’ın 4-1’lik Mağlubiyeti: Neden Kaybettiler?

Galatasaray, Hollanda ekibi Al-Akhimaz karşısında aldığı 4-1’lik ağır yenilgiyle büyük bir hayal kırıklığı yaşattı. Bu mağlubiyet, kötü taktikleri, yaratıcılık eksikliğini ve yanlış kadro tercihlerini gözler önüne serdi. Kaliteli oyunculara sahip olmalarına rağmen sahada kaybolmuş gibiydiler. İşte yenilginin sebepleri:

1. Hücumda Yaratıcılık Eksikliği

Galatasaray bu sezon hücumda ciddi bir yaratıcılık sorunu yaşıyor. Barış Alper Yılmaz ve Yunus Akgün sık sık bencil oynuyor, Dries Mertens ise neredeyse 40 yaşında ve artık her maçı tek başına taşıyamaz. En büyük hata ise Gabriel Sara’yı defansif bir pozisyonda oynatmak. Oysa hücumda oynasa çok daha fazla fırsat yaratabilirdi. Al-Akhimaz maçında sürekli top kayıpları yaşadı, ancak ileri oynasa bu sorun yaşanmazdı.

2. Forvet İzolasyonu – Osimhen Faktörü

Álvaro Morata, maç boyunca yalnızca bir şut çekebildi. Bir forvetin tek bir şut çekmesi büyük bir felakettir! Bu durum, Victor Osimhen’in neden bu kadar önemli olduğunu gösteriyor. Osimhen, yarım fırsatları bile değerlendirebilen bir oyuncu. Morata ise en çok mesafe kat eden oyuncu olmasına rağmen etkisiz kaldı. Osimhen’siz Galatasaray, hücumda ciddi şekilde zorlanıyor.

3. Zayıf Orta Saha – Kötü Kadro Yönetimi

Orta sahada Gabriel Sara çok fazla yük taşıdı, özellikle Lucas Torreira’nın cezalı olması işleri zorlaştırdı. Ama asıl hata, Galatasaray’ın Mario Lemina’yı kayıt ettirmemesi. Lemina, geçen sezonun en iyi orta saha oyuncularından biriydi. Onun yerine Carlos Cuesta gibi bir stoperi listeye aldılar ve formsuz Kâan Ayhan’a şans vermeye devam ettiler.

4. Kayırmacılık – Kalite Yerine Favori Oyuncular Seçiliyor

Teknik direktör Okan Buruk’un bazı oyuncuları kayırdığı açıkça görülüyor. Victor Nelsson’u Roma’ya göndermek, ama Kâan Ayhan’ı takımda tutmak büyük bir hata. Ayhan’ı kazanmak istiyorsan, en kritik Avrupa maçlarında değil, daha önemsiz maçlarda oynatmalısın.

Ayrıca, Fernando Muslera bir efsane olabilir ama artık eskisi gibi değil. Galatasaray’ın yeni bir kaleciye ihtiyacı var.

5. Taktik Değişiklikleri Şart

Galatasaray’ın iki forvetli sistem yerine 4-2-3-1 dizilişine geçmesi gerekiyor. Tek forvet ve güçlü bir orta saha daha etkili olacaktır.

Buchi Laba’nın En İyi Galatasaray 11’i (4-2-3-1 Dizilişi)

Kaleci: Muslera veya Günay (Baskıyı azaltmak için)

Sağ Bek: Frankowski

Stoper: Davinson Sánchez

Stoper: Carlos Cuesta

Sol Bek: Bardakcı

Defansif Orta Saha: Mario Lemina

Defansif Orta Saha: Lucas Torreira

Ofansif Orta Saha: Gabriel Sara

Sağ Kanat: Yunus Akgün

Sol Kanat: Barış Yılmaz

Forvet: Victor Osimhen

Sonuç

Galatasaray’ın 4-1’lik mağlubiyeti, kötü taktikler, yanlış kadro tercihleri ve yaratıcılık eksikliği nedeniyle geldi. Eğer Okan Buruk bu hataları yapmaya devam ederse, daha fazla utanç verici yenilgiler kapıda. Orta saha güçlendirilmeli, kayırmacılık bırakılmalı ve oyuncular gerçek pozisyonlarında oynatılmalı. Osimhen’in dönüşü ve doğru taktiklerle Galatasaray toparlanabilir.

Galatasaray’s 4-1 Embarrassment: Poor Tactics, Favoritism, and the Osimhen Effect

Galatasaray endured an embarrassing 4-1 drubbing at the hands of Dutch side Al-Akhimaz, exposing their tactical shortcomings, lack of creativity, and questionable squad decisions. Despite boasting some of the best players on the pitch, the Turkish giants played like a disjointed unit, failing to impose themselves in key moments. Here’s a breakdown of what went wrong and how Okan Buruk’s tactical approach contributed to this disaster.

Lack of Creativity and Midfield Disorganization

From the moment I started following the Turkish Süper Lig—precisely when Victor Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a full-season loan—it became evident that creativity was a major issue for this team. Even before the international break, signs of attacking stagnation were already present. Barış Alper Yılmaz and Yunus Akgün, despite their technical abilities, have often played with a frustrating level of selfishness. Though Alper has shown some improvement, he still lacks the ability to dictate play in the final third.

Dries Mertens, at nearly 40 years old, has been carrying the creative burden, but Galatasaray cannot afford to keep relying on a veteran to consistently unlock defenses. The most baffling decision, however, has been the misuse of Gabriel Sara, a highly skilled Brazilian midfielder with the vision and technical prowess to dictate the game. Instead of deploying him further up the pitch where he can create goal-scoring opportunities, Buruk has been fielding him in a deeper role where he constantly loses possession. Against Al-Akhimaz, Sara struggled under pressure, but had he been played further forward, his influence could have been game-changing.

Striker Isolation: The Osimhen Factor

A damning statistic from the match was Álvaro Morata managing just one shot on target throughout the entire game. For a top-tier striker, that is simply unacceptable. This lack of service further highlights how integral Osimhen is to the team. Unlike Morata, Osimhen thrives on half-chances, stretching defenses and creating opportunities out of nothing. His presence alone forces opposition backlines to stay on high alert.

For those who watched the match, Morata covered the most distance, yet his effort yielded nothing in terms of goal threat. This is where Osimhen’s dynamism stands out—his movement and relentless pressing create openings, even when the midfield is stagnant. Without him, Galatasaray looked clueless in attack.

Midfield Woes: A Glaring Squad Management Issue

Gabriel Sara was overwhelmed in midfield, struggling to cope as the lone orchestrator. Lucas Torreira’s suspension only worsened the situation, but the real question is: why has Galatasaray refused to register Mario Lemina? Lemina, who was arguably the best midfielder in the Premier League last season, could have provided the necessary steel in midfield. Instead, Okan Buruk chose to register Carlos Cuesta, a center-back, while continually giving Kâan Ayhan undeserved minutes.

This brings us to a major issue: nepotism in squad selection.

Nepotism: The Favoritism That Cost Gala

Buruk’s favoritism is evident in the decision to let Victor Nelsson leave for AS Roma while keeping Kâan Ayhan in the squad. If the coach was trying to restore Ayhan’s confidence after past mistakes, he should have done so in less critical fixtures—not in a high-stakes UEFA Europa League game. These questionable selections have cost Galatasaray dearly, and it’s time for Buruk to prioritize performance over sentiment.

Another major concern is goalkeeper Fernando Muslera. A club legend, no doubt, but , his reflexes are no longer what they used to be. Galatasaray needs to start phasing him out instead of allowing nostalgia to dictate crucial tactical decisions.

Tactical Adjustments: The Need for a Four-Man Defense

Galatasaray’s current setup isn’t working. A four-man defense is essential to bring balance and prevent defensive overloads. Additionally, the two-striker system needs to be reconsidered. Instead of deploying two forwards, the team would benefit more from a single-striker formation with proper midfield support.

My Ideal Galatasaray XI (Buchi Laba’s Tactical Setup)

Formation: 4-2-3-1

GK: Muslera

RB: Frankowski

CB: Davinson Sánchez

CB: Carlos Cuesta

LB: Bardakcı

CDM: Mario Lemina

CDM: Lucas Torreira

CAM: Gabriel Sara

RW: Yunus Akgün

LW: Barış Yılmaz

ST: Victor Osimhen

This setup ensures defensive solidity while allowing the midfield to function as a cohesive unit. Torreira and Lemina would provide balance, while Gabriel Sara takes on the role of chief playmaker, ensuring that the striker—whether Osimhen or Morata—gets sufficient service.

Conclusion

Galatasaray’s 4-1 defeat was a result of poor tactical decisions, squad mismanagement, and an evident lack of creativity. Okan Buruk needs to make serious adjustments if he wants to turn things around. The misuse of players like Gabriel Sara, the neglect of Mario Lemina, and the continued faith in underperformers like Kâan Ayhan are issues that need immediate addressing.

With Osimhen back in the lineup and a proper tactical approach, Galatasaray can still salvage their season. But if Buruk continues with his questionable selection policies, nights like the one against Al-Akhimaz may become the norm rather than the exception.

Why the Lakers Are the NBA’s Strongest Title Contenders This Season – Luka Dončić Joins the Superteam

The Los Angeles Lakers are on fire this season, securing their fifth consecutive victory in dominant fashion. This time, they blew past the Indiana Pacers in a commanding performance, even without LeBron James on the court. The standout of the night? Austin Reaves. The young star delivered a masterclass, dropping a career-high 45 points, becoming only the fourth Lakers player in the last two decades to achieve this feat.

But that’s not all—Luka Dončić (recently traded from the Mavericks) didn’t even suit up, yet the Lakers still ran the show. With LeBron, Reaves, and Luka forming a deadly trio, the Lakers are shaping up to be an unstoppable force this season.

Why the Lakers Are Dominating the League

1. An Unstoppable Big Three

With LeBron James, Austin Reaves, and Luka Dončić, the Lakers now have a combination of veteran leadership, clutch scoring, and elite playmaking. LeBron is still a dominant two-way presence, Luka is a walking triple-double, and Reaves has proven he can be a go-to scorer. When all three are on the floor, defenses simply don’t have an answer.

2. Resilience Under Pressure

Even without their biggest stars, the Lakers always find a way to win. Whether it’s stepping up in crunch time or making second-half adjustment this team has shown they can battle back from deficits and turn games around.

3. Elite Scoring and Playmaking

The Lakers are lighting it up from beyond the arc while also playing a fast-paced, transition-heavy game. Luka's ability to orchestrate the offense, combined with LeBron’s vision and Reaves’ shot-making, creates a pick-your-poison scenario for defenders.

4. No Big Man? No Problem!

Even though they don’t have a true center, LeBron’s ability to play multiple positions helps cover that weakness. He can defend, pass, and score from anywhere on the court.

Are the Lakers Title Favorites?

If they stay healthy and keep this momentum, they could go all the way this season. LeBron is still a beast, Luka is a game-changer, and Reaves is stepping up big-time.

One thing’s clear—the Lakers are looking dangerous, and the rest of the NBA should be worried!