Y.C. Maikyau, OON, SAN: The Prophet-Kingmaker Of African Politics? By Teyojesam Eko
Is Yakubu C. Maikyau, OON, SAN, not just a lawyer, but a seer of destiny and a cultivator of presidencies? This thought crossed my mind as I marvelled at the curious—and somewhat surprising—coincidences surrounding his tenure as President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). It seems that Maikyau not only gathered some of Africa’s most distinguished leaders at NBA events but also managed to “sow” their assumption to or return to power with his prophetic utterances.
Consider the tale of John Dramani Mahama, the former President of Ghana, who graced the 2024 NBA Annual General Conference as the Keynote Speaker of the Opening Plenary Session on “The Future of Africa in the Midst of Rising Security, Economic and Political Challenges”.
At the end of President Mahama’s great and insightful address which elicited a standing ovation from members of the Bar, Maikyau declared, half in jest, half in what seems now to be divine foresight, that after December (referring to the Ghana Presidential election which held on 7 December 2024), we might once again refer to Mahama as “the President of Ghana.” He bolstered his prophecy with biblical metaphors, calling the NBA a “fertile ground” where seeds of honour yield a harvest of honour.
Fast-forward to December 2024, lo and behold, Mahama emerges victorious in the Ghanaian presidential elections. Coincidence? Perhaps. But the plot thickens.
The year before, Maikyau invited Botswana’s Duma Gideon Boko—a politician and lawyer—to the 2023 NBA Conference. Boko spoke passionately on Access to Justice, an essential but often elusive ideal. A little over a year later, on November 1, 2024, Boko is sworn in as the President of Botswana.
Two African leaders, two NBA panellists, an unprecedented win and an improbable comeback —and one man seemingly at the centre of it all: Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON, SAN.
So, is Maikyau a prophet, a kingmaker, or simply a man with an uncanny knack for hosting future presidents? Either way, his prophetic touch deserves recognition, and perhaps, a few new titles. May I suggest these:
– The Silky Seer: Aptly capturing his legal prowess and apparent foresight.
– The Oracle of the NBA: Because his proclamations during conferences seem to echo beyond the halls.
– The Kingmaker of Courts and Kingdoms: A nod to his dual mastery of the legal world and the African political landscape.
– Maikyau of the Golden Harvest: Reflecting his metaphor of sowing seeds in fertile ground that yield great returns.
With two prophecies already fulfilled, one cannot help but wonder: who’s next? Perhaps Maikyau should begin charging a fee- not for legal consultations but for Presidential prophetic endorsements!
For now, let us watch in anticipation and awe as Y.C. Maikyau continues to weave his mysterious tapestry of destinies. Who knows? At the next event, another future leader may be seated among us, waiting for the prophetic anointing of the Silky Seer.
Those who are in agreement, say Aye! The Ayes have it!!
Watch the prophetic bombshell video below>>>>>>>>>>>
John Mahama, as Keynote Speaker of the Opening Plenary Session on “The Future of Africa in the Midst of Rising Security, Economic and Political Challenges” at the 2024 NBA AGC
Maikyau and Mahama walking into the venue of the 2024 NBA AGC in Lagos, together with Dele Momodu
Maikyau and Mahama
Duma Gideon Boko delivering a powerful speech at the 2023 NBA AGC
Maikyau and Duma Boko, now President of Botswana, share a brotherly hug at the 2023 NBA AGC
