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As the 2027 Imo State Governorship Election approaches, the expectations of Ndi Imo are crystal clear: the state needs a leader who is not just politically ambitious, but genuinely humane, a man or woman with empathy, integrity, and the courage to act in the interest of the people. For too long, Imo has been governed by individuals whose priorities often drift far from the core needs of the citizenry. Now, more than ever, the people demand a governor who will feel their pains, understand their aspirations, and lead with compassion backed by measurable results. Unemployment in Imo has reached alarming…
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Birth of a Landmark – Sam Mbakwe’s Vision (1983–1985). The Imo Concorde Hotel was the brainchild of Dee Sam Onunaka Mbakwe, the first civilian governor of old Imo State (1979–1983). Conceived as part of his bold industrialization and tourism drive, the hotel was envisioned as a world-class hospitality facility that would place Owerri on the global tourism and business conference map. Construction began in the early 1980s, strategically located off Port Harcourt Road, Owerri, with sprawling grounds and panoramic views. By 1983, the Concorde had emerged as one of Nigeria’s most glamorous hotels, a 5-star facility boasting luxury suites, multiple…
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For years, I’d heard murmurs about the rehabilitation of the once-iconic Concorde Hotel in Owerri. Words like “revival” and “rehabilitation” were tossed around, but what I finally witnessed was nothing short of transformational, a complete rebirth. This wasn’t a renovation. This was a resurrection. The Concorde Hotel, once a towering symbol of prestige in the Eastern Heartland, had fallen into decay and near-forgotten obscurity after 42 since its first commisioning. But today, it stands tall once again, not merely restored, but totally reimagined. The structure was stripped bare, down to its bones, and rebuilt with vision, purpose, and precision. What…
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Against the backdrop of heightened social media tensions promoting unfortunate apprehensions and hate narratives between Ndigbo in Lagos with their egalitarian Yoruba hosts, Aka Ikenga, the Igbo Think Tank has called for caution, wisdom, and responsibility on all parties and nationalities involved. “We request and encourage all responsible citizens and critical stakeholders of development and peace, that we must now rise together to categorically reject these incendiary baits for hatred and dangerous slide to ethnic profiling, by digital purveyors of falsehood and deliberate escalators of our fault lines across board”. The President of the Think Tank, Agbalanze Chike Madueke, in…
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Nestled in the leafy heart of Lagos’ highbrow Ikoyi district lies a symbol of continuity, class, and legacy, Ikoyi Club 1938. For nearly nine decades, this prestigious institution has stood as Nigeria’s most exclusive recreational and social club, weaving the threads of colonial history with modern Nigerian elite culture. From its origins in British imperial Nigeria to its present role as a hub for diplomacy, business networking, and leisure, Ikoyi Club remains a monument to taste, tradition, and transformation. Formation and Colonial Origins Ikoyi Club 1938 was formally established on September 29, 1938, following the merger of the European Club…
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I still find it baffling that my decision to do a term of four years, if given the mandate to rule this country, is generating so much agitation. By this feeling, we are doubting the fact that a sincere leader can achieve much in 48 months. I have never been desperate in the pursuit of power, or anything else, for that matter. There are some traits associated with desperation, which in no way are in any of my political behaviours in the past and now, like engaging in overly aggressive rhetoric or actions to prove a point or gain attention;…
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Have we forgotten so soon? There was a time in Imo State’s political history when INEC conducted a general election involving both governorship and state house of assembly elections, same day, same time, same polling booths. But in a shameful twist of logic and justice, the electoral umpire, with one crooked hand, cancelled the results of the governorship election, citing manufactured allegations of violence and malpractice. Then, with the other hand, it validated the house of assembly results conducted in the same locations, on the same day, and at the same time. The very same process they said was compromised.…
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A Symbol of Hope or Another Political Mirage? When the South East Development Commission (SEDC) was finally signed into law by President Bola Tinubu in July 2024, there was a wave of cautious optimism across the South East. After years of agitation, legislative rejections, and regional neglect, the zone believed it had finally secured a dedicated institutional vehicle to drive development, tackle erosion, and rebuild its fragile economy. But one year later, the truth is sobering: the SEDC remains a commission only in name, unfunded, unequipped, and yet to commence a single project. What Was Promised: Grand Visions on Paper…
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Every year, a familiar fever grips our society. From nursery to primary and secondary schools, the air is thick with the sound of trumpets, clinking glasses, and endless boasts: “My child is graduating!” At first, you might think they mean from a university or at least a major academic milestone. But probe further, and you will discover that the “graduation” in question is from Pre-KG to KG, or from KG to Primary One. We now celebrate the most minute steps as if they were giant academic leaps. A frustrated Nigerian father recently cried out on social media: “How many times…
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Midway into a rather routine and very tepid presidency, President Bola Tinubu is caught in strange identity crisis. Politicians from across the nation are asking the president to define whose leader he really is. The general public is equally embarrassed by what many see as an “anyhow “ government: no focus, no commitment, no clarity of policy and a harvest of adversity all over the land. Suddenly, no political constituency seems ready to claim Tinubu as their own even as he tries desperately to make things happen. To paraphrase his colourless predecessor, “I belong to no one …”, and apparently…
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As 2027 approaches, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly planning a strategic gathering with traditional rulers across Southern Nigeria, an attempt to rally grassroots support and consolidate a Southern bloc for his re-election. On the surface, this might appear as a show of unity and strength. But dig deeper, and a more uncomfortable truth emerges: Tinubu’s idea of “Southern Solidarity” is disturbingly skewed towards one sub-region, the Southwest, specifically his Yoruba ethnic base. Let us examine the stark imbalance in political appointments and institutional control under Tinubu’s watch. SUBSTANTIVE MINISTERIAL AND STRATEGIC APPOINTMENTS BY REGION: (1) SOUTHWEST: 1. Petroleum 2.…
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Sometimes, when I take a retrospective look between now and those days we grew up in “Old Owerri,” I still affirm that the old days were better. You may wonder: how can the old times be better than now, when we have colour television, handsets, money transfers, modern and cosy vehicles, tall buildings, more tarred roads, etc.? Unfortunately, despite what many may see as modernity and the jet age, with beautiful environments made more decent with innovations and science, I would still give one arm for the joyous and natural times we had in our Old Owerri.We had our fun…
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Tinubu’s Political Fortress Crumbles as Opposition Unites Ahead of 2027. Barely a month ago, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu seemed firmly in control of his political destiny. As he marked two years in power with his characteristic boasts about fulfilled campaign promises, confidence radiated from his inner circle. Tinubu, often described as the “wiliest politician of his generation,” appeared to have the 2027 election firmly in his grasp. The opposition was in disarray, weakened by a gale of defections from a once-formidable People’s Democratic Party that had been touted as Africa’s largest political force. Among political insiders in Abuja, the belief…
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I have been an advocate for a Southern Presidency since 1982. Rotational presidency is an essential ingredient for the survival of the Nigerian nation. I doubt if it will come to pass. A shift to the South of the position is essential. I posit that a Southern presidency does not mean an automatic Yoruba presidency. This is what the Yorubas think and expect. I hope they are disappointed at the finishing line because there are many Easterners like me who do not trust them and do not want them to produce the next president for the following reasons. They will…
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The Fear of the Igbo: How Ethnic Propaganda and State Policy Strangle Development in the South-South
Abstract The systemic marginalization of the Igbo people, driven by deep-seated fear, political rivalry, and economic suppression, now extends far beyond the South-East. Nowhere is this more palpable than in the deliberate stifling of infrastructure and industrial development in the South-South region of Nigeria. This article argues that the anti-Igbo sentiment, packaged as political strategy, has been sold to the South-South, weaponized to paralyze progress, and used as a smoke-screen to concentrate wealth and power in the hands of external interests. Introduction A nation that silences its own children builds its future on sand. Nigeria, for decades, has perfected a…
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The International Society for Civil Rights and Rule of Law (Intersociety), a prominent civil rights advocacy group, has debunked reports linking the recent wave of violent attacks in three communities of Imo State to members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Instead, the organisation has attributed the killings to jihadist herders who had been dislodged from forested areas in neighbouring Anambra State. While police authorities claimed that IPOB was behind the attacks, which left over seven people dead, Intersociety’s findings paint a different picture. According to a statement jointly signed by the organisation’s leaders, Emeka Godfrey-Benjamin Umeagbalasi, Chinwendu Cordelia…
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Peter Obi, former Anambra State governor and the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has once again raised the red flag over the Tinubu administration’s alarming pattern of excessive borrowing without transparency or accountability. His latest warning comes in the wake of the Senate’s approval of fresh external loans amounting to $21 billion, €2.2 billion, and ¥15 billion for the 2025–2026 budget cycle, alongside a ₦750.98 billion domestic bond issuance. With these approvals, Nigeria’s total debt burden has surged to ₦187 trillion, and Obi cautions that it could exceed ₦200 trillion before the end of 2025. He decried the fact that…
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Lagos, Nigeria’s vibrant commercial capital and historic melting pot, has found itself in the middle of a troubling controversy. In recent weeks, some Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) have unilaterally renamed several streets, many of which bore Igbo-associated names such as “Imo Eze Street” and “Uzor Street.” These names were replaced with Yoruba figures and personalities, including Daddy Showkey, Olamide, Tony Tetuila, Bola Tinubu, and Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu. Supporters of the move claim it is an effort to honour local heroes, reclaim indigenous identity, and celebrate Yoruba culture and achievements. They frame it as a patriotic act to preserve heritage…
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Nigeria is a country with over 250 ethnic groups, different religions, and many cultures. But despite this diversity, one small group has managed to dominate the national space for decades. This group is not the largest by population, nor the richest in natural resources. Yet, through calculated planning, military influence, and political control, the Fulani elite have captured the heart of Nigeria’s public institutions. Today, they continue to use the machinery of the state to maintain a firm grip on power, and it is becoming clearer why they are strongly opposed to any reforms that threaten their hold. But to…
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There are books and there are books. In this age of Fast Cash, many Nigerians do not read especially when all they need to drive big cars and drink exotic wine is paint all sorts of obnoxious deals with the Yahoo brush. There is trouble waiting for everyone. I am glad Offiong Esua took pains to put his experience in writing. He is not poor and did not make money by shortchanging others. Yes, this man lives in the United States and has worked hard for all his money, both at home and abroad. His book, ‘Trenchant Focus : Dollar…
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An Oblong Media Unlimited Viewpoint. At Oblong Media Unlimited, we deeply respect the Catholic Church as one of the oldest and most influential institutions in Christendom. Many people today are proud, staunch Catholics who hold firmly to the faith of their fathers. However, their loyalty to the Church does not mean they must remain silent about its shortcomings, especially when those shortcomings have far-reaching moral and social consequences. One such issue is the mandatory celibacy imposed on priests and reverend sisters in the Roman Catholic Church. Celibacy, as it stands, is not a divine commandment but a man-made ecclesiastical law…
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Supreme Court: A Promise Betrayed. On July 11, 2024, Nigeria’s Supreme Court ruled unequivocally: LGA allocations must be paid directly from the Federation Account, bypassing state governments (Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi vs. 36 state governors). This decision was supposed to restore financial autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 LGAs. But a year on, the ruling remains criminally unimplemented. ₦3.77 Trillion Allocated to LGAs, Zero Direct Payment NEITI’s 2024 report shows FAAC disbursed ₦15.26 trillion across government tiers: Federal Government: ₦4.95 trillion State Governments: ₦5.81 trillion Local Governments: ₦3.77 trillion Despite this surge, not one kobo of the ₦3.77 trillion meant for LGAs…
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“Hello, my name is Chris, can I give you a lift?” I turned and found myself looking at this striking, good-looking, personable man, with the most handsome face lit up by a beautiful smile and Romeo-like eyes😀. I stared and stuttered, but quickly realizing that I was staring, I introduced myself and told him that I was going to look for a taxi after I collected my luggage (I didn’t want to just say yes to his offer, I needed to do small shakara na🤣). We had just disembarked from the aircraft that departed Enugu to Lagos and I was…
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The brief but explosive war between Israel and Iran from June 13 to June 24, 2025, which saw unprecedented direct confrontation and limited U.S. intervention, has shaken the foundations of West Asian geopolitics. Yet the nuclear question, used as the pretext for hostilities, may be the least important part of the story. Beneath the headlines lies a deeper truth: Iran was not attacked because of nuclear weapons; it was attacked because it stands on the wrong side of the old world order. The war, which exposed both Iran’s defensive vulnerabilities and its offensive resilience, ended in a ceasefire without achieving…
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Russiagate Unraveled: Tulsi Gabbard Exposes Obama-Era Plot to Frame Trump, Sparks Historic Reckoning
In what may become one of the most explosive political revelations in American history, Tulsi Gabbard, the current Director of National Intelligence, has reportedly submitted irrefutable evidence to the U.S. Department of Justice that implicates former President Barack Obama and top officials in orchestrating a calculated effort to fabricate the now-debunked “Russiagate” narrative. Speaking on Fox News, Gabbard did not mince words: “The implications of this are frankly nothing short of historic. It’s worse than politicization of intelligence. These were manufactured intelligence documents that sought to achieve President Obama and his team’s objective, which was to undermine President Trump’s presidency…
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Nigeria stands today at a moral and political crossroads. As 2027 approaches, the call for a President of South East extraction has become not only a constitutional imperative but a matter of national conscience. It is a call steeped in history, equity, justice, and the urgent need to reimagine a truly inclusive Nigerian project. The idea of power rotation, North to South, and vice versa, was never codified in the Constitution but was introduced as a political compact among Nigeria’s elite to douse ethnic tensions, manage our diversity, and foster a sense of belonging. This unwritten understanding gave birth to…
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“You cannot tie a goat at the edge of a cliff and blame it for falling.” , Igbo Proverb I. INTRODUCTION: A FEDERAL BALANCE TILTED As a proud son of the Southeast, my submission on the creation of Anioma State is rooted not in ethnic sentiment but in the call for federal equity, geopolitical balance, and historical redress. The Southeast geopolitical zone remains the only region with five states, while all others boast six or more. This structural imbalance is not just a statistical curiosity, it translates to political underrepresentation, less federal revenue allocation, and a reduced voice in Nigeria’s…
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“For the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart.” — 1 Samuel 16:7 (KJV) There’s an old proverb that says, “In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.”It is a simple adage, but deeply layered. And today, perhaps more than ever, it carries an uncanny relevance to Nigeria’s political journey, particularly the sudden, fervent, almost evangelical rise of Mr. Peter Gregory Obi (Okwute ndi Igbo). This piece is not a political attack. Neither is it a fanfare of praise. It is a call for…
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Today’s spreading world crisis dates in its current phase from over 500 years ago, when the small island nation of England, having renounced Catholicism over King Henry VIII’s marital woes, embarked under his daughter Elizabeth I on an occult project of world conquest.[i] This goal was to be accomplished through worldwide mercantile colonization, including heavy involvement in the international slave and drug trades, and war against a succession of leading European continental powers: Spain, France, Holland, Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottomans, and Russia. The rival that could not be immediately suppressed was the U.S., which declared independence in 1776. So recapture of the…
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I am Igbo.I am greatness forged in fire,The embodiment of perseverance.I rise, not because the world is kind,But because I refuse to kneel.No setback can break me,No hardship can silence me.My spirit is carved from resilience,My path lit by the relentless pursuit of success.Show me an obstacle,And I will show you how an Igbo person turns it into an opportunity. I am Igbo.My ancestors traded in truth long before they traded in wealth.My word is a contract,My reputation my greatest currency.I do not beg for respect, I command it.My kings are heroes,Standing tall in honor.Dignity is our wealth,And honor is…
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As Dr. Chris Asoluka begins his final journey to eternity, not a few of his close friends and associates will remember him for his many parts. He was a politician of note, policy strategist, erudite scholar, cultural enthusiast, a quintessential man of the people, and many more. In a major encounter that took place just a few weeks before he passed away, Asoluka manifested the great qualities he was known for. He spoke randomly on issues with the eloquence and depth that earned him the title, Okwuruoha. His charisma was intact. But why he opened the conversation with emphasis on…
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Israel and Iran are not just fighting with missiles; they’re fighting with ideas, brains, and laboratories. For years, they’ve been preparing for this war, not with slogans like in Africa, not with solidarity concerts or national fasts, but with scientists, engineers, and mathematicians – people they train, nourish, respect, and sometimes discreetly protect. Before the recent missile attacks, Israel had already launched a more insidious war: the elimination of Iranian scientists. Several professors were assassinated because, in this part of the world, it’s understood that the real danger isn’t the tank but the one who designs it. However, Iran didn’t…
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When General Murtala Muhammed created Imo State in 1976 out of the old East Central State, Owerri was chosen as the capital, not out of sentiment or privilege, but for clear, strategic reasons. It was geographically central, culturally neutral, and administratively accessible. Owerri had long been an important administrative outpost, tracing back to colonial times when it served as a key British district headquarters. It was the hub of Shell’s early oil operations from the 1930s, operating from what is still known today as Shell Camp. Owerri was a natural choice, a capital city waiting for official recognition. But that…
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Yesterday, former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari reportedly died in London — the same city where many Nigerian leaders choose to flee when sickness or death comes calling. It’s not just a tragic event — it’s a symbolic indictment of decades of failed leadership. General Abdulsalami Abubakar, another former Head of State, is also reportedly critically ill in London. Once again, as we’ve seen so many times before, the story is repeating itself: They never built hospitals for us, yet they run abroad to die in peace. Why is London their favourite place to die? Why do our leaders, after spending…
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Many of us today hear the word Lolo and quickly assume it simply means the wife of a chief or Eze’s wife. But the truth runs far deeper, rooted in the rich traditions of our Southern Igbo people, especially in places like Ihiagwa and Nekede. In the past, titles weren’t handed out lightly. Taking a title in Igboland was rare and sacred, those who earned one were seen as Nde Ichie (ancestors), people of honour. And among women, the title of Lolo was one of the highest forms of respect. Who truly was a Lolo? A Lolo was not simply…
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Like a stranded mariner gasping on the shores of irrelevance, former Kaduna State governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai writhes in the uneasy throes of power’s withdrawal. His disquiet, however, is less the quiet lament of a fallen statesman and more the tempestuous fury of a Shakespearean woman scorned. He has become fiery, irascible, indignant, and unrelenting in his public expressions of rage towards his former friends in power who have isolated him. He is throwing the kitchen sink at the power structures in Kaduna and Abuja in an all-out effort to extract vengeance and to ward off potential ensnarement. The former…
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The Nigerian Quandary: Governors Still Pocketing LGA Funds One Year After Supreme Court Ruling How State Governors Are Bleeding the Local Government System Dry and Making Stooges of Councillors, House of assembly members and LGA Chairmen By Oblong Media Investigative Deskhttp://www.oblongmedia.net One year after the Supreme Court of Nigeria ruled that local government allocations must be paid directly to elected councils, not funneled through state governments, the practice has continued with impunity. The judgment, hailed at the time as a watershed moment in Nigeria’s democratic development, lies in a coma, unimplemented, disregarded, and mocked by the very institutions tasked with…
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A man of unwavering principles. A tower of strength. A soul of generosity, rare intellect, and profound wisdom.“OkwuruOwerre” lived a life anchored in service, to God, to family, to community, and to country. His compassion was unfiltered, his integrity unshakable, his vision limitless. Though our hearts are heavy, we are comforted by the richness of his legacy, the values he upheld, the countless lives he transformed, the love he shared so freely. He was our anchor, our guide, our inspiration across generations. His physical absence is deeply felt, but his spirit remains ever-present, in the stories retold, in the lessons…
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An Oblong Media Unlimited Investigative Analysis As world powers gathered under the BRICS banner in Rio de Janeiro this July, something historic and quietly revolutionary was taking place. It wasn’t just the expanded presence of new member states or lofty declarations of multipolar dreams. It was the unmistakable shift of global power, away from the coercive grip of a unipolar West, and toward a concert of emerging economies determined to reset the rules. And Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and most populous nation, was finally in the room. Officially admitted as a BRICS partner country during the 17th BRICS Summit, Nigeria’s…
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An Oblong Media Unlimited Investigative Reflection As the United Nations quietly turns 80, one would expect a grand chorus of reflection, recommitment, and reverence for the world’s most significant institution for peace, justice, and human dignity. But there is mostly silence, and where there is noise, it is often critique cloaked in hypocrisy. The truth is sobering: the UN is not failing the world. The world, particularly the West, is failing the UN. For eight decades, the United Nations has been the custodian of peacekeeping, international law, humanitarian development, multilateral diplomacy, and the fragile ethics of global accountability. Its Charter…
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An Oblong Media Unlimited Analysis Amidst the haze of propaganda, geopolitical half-truths, and silence from mainstream media outlets, a storm of unconfirmed but intriguing reports is gaining traction beneath the surface of official narratives. According to various underground sources, the story of President Donald Trump’s alleged airstrike on Iranian nuclear sites may not be as clear-cut as widely reported. What if, instead of being the reckless warmonger portrayed by his critics, Trump orchestrated a covert strategy to avoid a full-scale nuclear confrontation in the Middle East? Multiple reports suggest that on June 22, 2025, the United States, under Trump’s authorization,…
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On the 1st of April 2025, I placed a phone call to the late Chris Asoluka—not to tease him with the usual April Fool’s joke—but to remind him that exactly one month from that day, he would be turning 70, a milestone that deserved significant celebration… as usual between us (Chris and myself). This time, however, he put up a very stiff resistance to my proposal and insisted he wanted it to go unnoticed. After my objection didn’t sail through, I gave in. My initial plan had included bringing a journalist to him for an interview on his 70-year journey…
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In a world increasingly defined by progress, data, and global benchmarks, the Sustainable Development Report 2025 offers a sobering reality check for Nigeria, one that cuts through political rhetoric and lays bare the state of the nation. Ranked 147 out of 167 countries in overall sustainable development performance, Nigeria is hurtling down the wrong side of history. Despite being the so-called giant of Africa, this nation is limping where others are leaping. The SDG (Sustainable Development Goals) Dashboard paints a grim picture across nearly every metric. Nigeria’s overall score sits at 54.7, barely scraping above the Sub-Saharan African regional average…
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A quiet storm is brewing across Nigeria’s political landscape, and it’s gathering strength under the banner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). What once seemed like a fringe party is now transforming into a formidable political force, powered by a convergence of high-profile defectors and disgruntled heavyweights from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC), and Labour Party (LP). This new coalition appears determined to do what the PDP failed to achieve in 2015 and 2019, break the ruling party’s grip on power and dethrone President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. At the centre of this political realignment…
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In a bitter twist of irony, even the Presidential Villa now runs on solar power , a quiet confession that Nigeria’s national grid is no longer fit for purpose. If the seat of government has effectively abandoned public electricity, what hope is left for ordinary citizens? Under the current Minister of Power, the nation’s electricity supply has gone from bad to worse. Outages are constant. Tariffs are skyrocketing. The national grid collapses like a house of cards , sometimes multiple times in a single year. What is perhaps most damning is the inexplicable fragility of the system: when it rains,…
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In the West, democracy is the default political religion. Citizens expect to vote for their leaders, protest in the streets, and argue about policies over coffee. But in China, things are different, radically so. No Chinese citizen wakes up thinking, “I’m going to vote for my president.” Why? Because China’s president is not chosen by the people. He is selected from within the upper echelons of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), an elite political system that is less about popularity and more about performance. This system raises eyebrows in many democracies, but before dismissing it as undemocratic or authoritarian, it’s…
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No institution has been able to rein in Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He has evaded accountability at every turn with deliberate indifference. Like Teflon, nothing sticks to him. Not yet. Each time he crossed a line, the system didn’t push back, it adjusted. The boundaries of legality, ethics, and public decency were redrawn to accommodate him. Every time an institution had the power to stop him, it chose instead to serve him. What should have been checks on his power became enablers of impunity. I have painstakingly documented the 26 most egregious examples of this pattern. Clear, disturbing instances where Tinubu…
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What is it about giving that gives givers the edge? What is it about giving that gives givers the top crest of pleasures? Does it have anything to do with what they know? That the best fruits are often plucked for us by others? The late Aminu Dantata had given quite a lot away over the years but why he would give away the first Mercedes Benz 600 that was brought into Nigeria in 1967 still fascinates me. Here is the story: The Shehu of Borno, Umar Ibn Muhammad had died and plans were afoot for his funeral. General Hassan…
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The myth of a “global Jewish conspiracy” has long served as a sinister trope, conjured by racists and fascists to scapegoat Jewish communities and rationalize horrific violence. But today, we must distinguish between that myth and the very real, observable, institutional machinery of Zionist power operating across global political, cultural, and security arenas. What was once a paranoid fantasy is now a network of influence, real, entrenched, and enforced, not as a secret cabal, but as policy, lobbying, censorship, and militarized diplomacy. When Israeli leaders speak of “moving” American policy, or when pro-Israel lobbyists boast of purging critics from U.S.…
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Inside Aminu Dantata’s 15-company legacy spanning oil, real estate, banking, transport, and Nigeria’s economic rise. On June 28, 2025, Nigeria lost one of its most enduring business figures, Aminu Dantata, who passed away at the age of 94. A respected industrialist and philanthropist, he belonged to a generation that witnessed, and helped shape, the economic history of modern Nigeria. As an uncle to Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, Dantata’s career ran parallel to the country’s rise as a regional economic force. Born in 1931 in the commercial hub of Kano, Aminu was one of the sons of Alhassan Dantata, once…
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No individual did more for the Igbo after the genocidal Civil War than Ajie Ukpabi Asika, a First Class Economist produced by the University of Ibadan, who was appointed Administrator of East Central State in 1967. Strangely, those who should praise him only remember that he did not support Biafra. Asika and his wife, Chinyere, returned from the United States with chains of University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) degrees and settled down to work at the University of Ibadan. By 1966, they had moved to Tanzania and later Zambia. It took another Economist, Dr. Adebayo Adedeji, to recommend Ajie…
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Donald Trump’s first term in office was sold to the American public as a break from the foreign policy failures of the past, an end to costly, senseless wars and a renewed focus on America’s domestic wellbeing. But when it came to the Middle East, particularly in matters involving Israel, Trump’s presidency quickly revealed how deeply embedded and influential the Israeli lobby remains in shaping U.S. foreign policy. Whether through political debt, ideological capture, or outright pressure, Trump appeared unable, or perhaps unwilling, to resist its pull. From the moment Sheldon Adelson, one of Trump’s largest campaign donors, threw his…
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The Tragic Fall of Emmanuel Chukwu, Liberia’s Richest Foreigner and Nigeria’s Forgotten Patriot In a time when patriotism is rare and self-preservation is the norm, one man defied every instinct for survival to save his fellow citizens. He was a billionaire. A business mogul. A man so trusted by Liberia’s top leaders that he became a powerbroker in a foreign land. Yet today, Emmanuel Chukwu Collins, once Liberia’s wealthiest foreign businessman, lives on the edge of destitution, all because he chose Nigeria over his fortune. In 1989, the world turned its eyes to Liberia as it descended into brutal civil…
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From the Owerri Zone point of view, the unfolding drama surrounding the 2027 Imo State Governorship election and the contentious interpretation of the Imo Charter of Equity is a matter that transcends routine political calculations. It speaks directly to the soul of the state, invoking foundational principles of fairness, justice, and inclusion. The resurgent interest from Orlu zone political actors to re-enter the governorship contest, barely before the ink of Governor Hope Uzodimma’s second term dries, is not only provocative but also undermines the very essence of equity that has held the delicate balance of Imo’s plural society together. The…
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Useful Abdullahi Ganduje kissed the canvas on Friday. Many more will go his way. His fall was the wish of his maker, the king: cold, calculating, ruthless. Ganduje said he resigned as APC National Chairman to take care of his failing health. APC governors, deities that they are, assisted him with a different reason. They held a meeting in Benin at the weekend and said the man’s exit aligned with internal reforms and ongoing efforts to strengthen their party. “His Excellency, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s resignation is in tandem with the party’s continued evolution,” the governors said. How could someone’s…
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For decades, Iran was painted as the villain of the Middle East, demonised in Western media, sanctioned into economic suffocation, and encircled militarily by US bases and Israeli hostility. Regime change was whispered in Washington corridors as if it were only a matter of time. But time has a way of humbling empires and vindicating the resilient. Today, the tables have decisively turned. What we are witnessing is nothing short of a geopolitical renaissance for Iran – a spectacular reversal of fortune. Once cornered, Iran now stands emboldened. Once dismissed, Iran now commands the world’s attention. No longer the isolated…
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As the first governor of Kwara State, Brigadier David Laisi Bamigboye began the process of Reconciliation in 1967 long before Gen. Yakubu Gowon made the ‘No Victor, No Vanquished’ proclamation at the formal end of the Civil War on January 15, 1970. Bamigboye, then a 27 – year – old Major, had as wife, Mrs Chinyere Beatrice Bamigboye ( nee Asagwara), from Uzoagba, near Owerri, in the newly created East Central State (ECS). They met in Zaria and got married in Lagos in February 1965. In a pleasant divine arrangement, the Administrator of ECS, Ajie Ukpabi Asika’s wife, Chinyere, (nee…
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A new political coalition is beginning to take shape in Nigeria, one that could fundamentally reshape the 2027 general elections. Known as the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), this emerging force has officially applied for registration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), signaling a bold intention to challenge both the ruling APC and the ever-waning PDP. According to documents submitted on June 20, 2025, ADA presented its name, proposed logo, slogan, “Justice for All”, as well as its constitution and manifesto. Behind this fresh political vehicle are some of the nation’s most familiar heavyweights: former Senate President David Mark, former…
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Would the US Administration really endanger the Entire planet? This incisive article by Felicity Arbuthnot was written on October 27, 2007. Foreign policy lies prevail. The same neocons “are at it again.” “We must bomb Iran.” Preemptive nukes. Reminder to the crusading Armageddonists ….. “Thou shalt not kill.” Exodus 20:1 They are at it again. Remember when Milosevic was labelled “the butcher of Belgrade”, the new Hitler? Then Saddam Hussein was “the butcher of Bagdad” and, of course the most dangerous man since Hitler – with weapons of mass destruction which could be unleashed on the world “in forty five minutes”. Colin Powell lied…
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The June 19, 2025, headline that Vladimir Putin has offered to mediate between Iran and Israel might seem unremarkable on the surface, a routine diplomatic gesture in a tense region. But in truth, it is far more calculated, an audacious geopolitical chess move aimed at destabilizing the very architecture of Western hegemony. Beneath the surface of this so-called peace initiative lies a far more profound reality: Putin is not merely offering to mediate; he is offering to reframe the power dynamics in the Middle East by inserting Russia into a conflict long dominated by U.S.-Israeli alignment. This moment cannot be…
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There’s a certain grim inevitability to what is unfolding: the intensifying push to dismantle the Iranian state is not an isolated reaction to present-day provocations, it is the culmination of a decades-long imperial design. Most Westerners remain blind to this trajectory, lulled into apathy by a mainstream media apparatus that functions more as a theatre of managed narratives than a space for critical inquiry. And so, Iran’s defiance is once again being framed not as sovereign resistance, but as a threat to global peace. The pretext? Nuclear capability. But those who know the playbook understand it has always been about…
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The world is once again watching missiles fly and blood spill in the Middle East, but beneath the smoke and soundbites lies a deeper truth that many refuse to confront: this isn’t about Iran’s nuclear ambitions. It never truly was. This is about the preservation of power, the projection of hegemony, and the desperate final push to prolong Western dominance at all costs. In his first public address since the launch of “Operation Rising Lion,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu beat his familiar war drum, this time with even more theatrical conviction. His objective? To “strip Iran of nuclear capability,”…
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On June 13, 2025, Israel unleashed a wave of precision strikes across Iranian territory. The world barely had time to absorb the shock before U.S. President Donald J. Trump urged Tehran to “return to the negotiating table.” But what is there to negotiate when bombs are already falling? What credibility do talks hold when they occur under the shadow of firepower and premeditated sabotage? This is not diplomacy, it is a performance of power masquerading as peace. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, cloaked in the familiar language of “freedom” and “self-defense,” seeks to reduce a sovereign civilization to submission. But…
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In the haze of bombs, drone strikes, and retaliatory rhetoric between Israel and Iran, many observers have lost sight of the core grievance fueling this decades-long hostility: Iran’s principled opposition to Israel’s occupation of Palestinian land. Anyone discerning and well-versed in the geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East can see through the latest Israeli aggression. Benjamin Netanyahu’s frustration is not rooted in any credible “existential threat” from Iran, it stems from his repeated failure to decisively defeat Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis, all of whom represent hardened resistance movements backed by Iran. With every military campaign, Israel’s image as an…
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The propaganda machine is running at full throttle, spewing a torrent of misinformation designed to justify the unprovoked Israeli attack on Iran and the likely deeper involvement of the United States. If the last two decades of Western-led wars have taught us anything, it’s that war doesn’t begin with bombs, it begins with lies. And right now, the same disinformation playbook used to sell the Iraq invasion is being dusted off, rebranded, and redeployed in service of yet another disastrous Middle Eastern war. At the center of the latest falsehood is Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s baseless claim that Iran…
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In the early hours of June 13, the world woke up to a dangerous new chapter in the Middle East conflict. Israel, under the long-discredited leadership of Benjamin Netanyahu, launched a massive and unprovoked bombing campaign on Iran. This act of aggression, executed under the now-familiar cloak of “preemptive self-defense,” marks a new low in the region’s descent into chaos, one engineered not by necessity, but by political desperation and propaganda fatigue. Netanyahu claims the strikes were aimed at neutralizing an imminent nuclear threat. But no credible intelligence agency, including those of Israel and the United States, asserts that Iran…
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Western media portrayals of Iran are less about truth and more about propaganda, carefully scripted narratives designed to prepare Western audiences for perpetual confrontation. Since the 1979 Iranian Revolution, Washington’s policy towards Tehran has followed a predictable cycle: hector, belittle, bully, and threaten. At the heart of this hostility lies one fundamental grievance, Iran dares to assert sovereign control over its resources and refuses to submit to American dictates. For that defiance, the Islamic Republic must be punished, isolated, sanctioned, and ultimately, attacked. The 2024 U.S. presidential campaign laid bare this enduring hostility. Behind the scenes, staggering sums of money,…
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There’s a deep and often uncomfortable contradiction embedded in the heart of modern Christianity, one that raises profound questions for believers, theologians, and thinkers alike: How do Christians reconcile worshipping Jesus Christ, who was rejected and condemned by the Jewish people, with their simultaneous reverence for the “God of Israel” and political support for modern Israel? This isn’t just a theological curiosity. It touches on the identity of God, the legitimacy of Jesus as the Messiah, and the evolving relationship between Christianity, Judaism, and the modern state of Israel. Jesus and the Jewish Rejection: A Foundational Divide Jesus of Nazareth…
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Port Harcourt, Late 1975. The Nigerian Civil War had ended five years earlier. The guns were silent. The Biafran flag was lowered. But for the Igbo people, the battle was far from over. The new war was no longer fought on the blood-soaked fields of Enugu or Nsukka. It was a quiet war, fought in offices, courtrooms, and government houses. In a nondescript room inside the Rivers State Government House, a secret meeting convened behind closed doors. The ceiling fan hummed relentlessly as a group of men gathered around a heavy wooden table strewn with maps, legal documents, and property…
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It is both astonishing and disheartening how the world continues to turn a blind eye to the calculated manipulations of Benjamin Netanyahu, a man who has turned state violence into a political lifeline. Chijioke Dike’s essay, brimming with glorified accounts of Israeli airstrikes and intelligence operations, is not an objective analysis of Middle East security. Rather, it is a disturbingly romanticized endorsement of unprovoked aggression, lawlessness, and warmongering, conveniently omitting the human cost and the deeper political rot behind it all. Let us begin with the plain truth: Iran is not the aggressor in this crisis. It is the one…
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Between Idealism and Reality: A Response to “Who Belongs Where?” on Internal Deportations in Nigeria
In his recent paper, “Who Belongs Where? The Politics of Internal Deportation, Nativism and Migration in Nigeria”, Ezenwa Olumba raises compelling concerns about internal deportations within Nigeria, particularly the actions of the Lagos State Government in forcibly relocating individuals deemed “non-indigenes.” The paper, steeped in academic rigor, explores these actions through the lenses of nativism, internal migration governance, and constitutional rights. Yet, while the scholarship is important and the concerns valid, the realities of contemporary Nigerian urban and rural governance, especially as they relate to security, territorial survival, and public order, demand a more pragmatic interpretation. The Hard Truth: Lagos…
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There are crimes so evil, so soul-ravaging, that they tear through the veil of civility and expose the rotting heart of systems we’re told to trust. What has just exploded out of Israel is not merely a scandal, it is a spiritual and moral earthquake. And the world must not look away. What began as a chilling exposé in Israel Hayom has detonated into a global awakening: multiple survivors, brave beyond comprehension, testified before the Israeli Knesset about decades of ritualistic, satanic child abuse carried out under the guise of religious tradition. And the perpetrators? Not fringe cultists. Not outsiders.…
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This is a simple way to kill a man that is too powerful for the entire community to deal with. Simply splatter his faeces by his doorstep. Then allow him to do what all powerful men do to such audacity. I do not lay claim to the ownership of the above theory. And it is not fiction either. There is a true-life story to it. The event happened less than 50 years ago. My generation witnessed it. There was a powerful man in a community not too far from my hometown. He was the most esoteric man of his time…
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Nigeria at almost 65: Spinning in Circles, It’s Time to Restructure Today, June 12, we pause to commemorate so called Democracy Day, not just as a ritual, but as a moment to confront our reality as a nation. Almost sixty-five years after independence, Nigeria continues to spin in circles. We have changed governments, rotated power, renamed programs, and rebranded slogans, yet the lives of most Nigerians remain marked by poverty, hunger, insecurity, and disillusionment. The truth is, democracy without real power at the grassroots is a mirage. What we operate today is not federalism; it is a unitary system disguised…
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In feudal Japan, samurai swore absolute loyalty to their liege lords, pledging their swords, and their lives, to protect them. When a lord died or was disgraced, his samurai were cast into shame. These masterless warriors, stripped of purpose and honor, became known as ronin, drifters, often reduced to mercenaries or criminals, wandering in search of survival. Today, I see a striking parallel in Nigeria’s political class. Our politicians are not driven by vision, service, or ideology. They are loyal only to godfathers, political “lords” who finance their campaigns, secure appointments, and shield them from accountability. These men and women…
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While much of the Western mainstream media continues to flood headlines with narratives of Ukrainian resilience and Russian setbacks, a more grounded reality is emerging from the battlefield, one that Kyiv and its NATO patrons would rather downplay. The Kremlin confirmed on Monday that the recent advance by Russian forces into Ukraine’s Dnepropetrovsk Region is not a mere symbolic move but a calculated extension of its evolving military doctrine: the establishment of a “buffer zone” to shield Russian border territories and the Donbass from escalating Ukrainian drone and artillery attacks. The Russian Defense Ministry earlier announced that the 90th Armored…
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The South-East region of Nigeria is sitting on a ticking time bomb, a rapidly growing population of disillusioned and underutilised youth, caught between dwindling job prospects and a national education system that no longer serves their practical needs. It is time to act decisively. The Case for Technical Education in the South-East For decades, the South-East was known for its industry, commerce, and unmatched entrepreneurial spirit. From spare parts manufacturing in Nnewi to leather processing in Aba, our region thrived on applied skills, self-reliance, and innovation. But that legacy is fading, not due to lack of talent, but from the…
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Western mainstream media hailed it as a bold Ukrainian triumph, a daring infiltration culminating in simultaneous strikes on strategic Russian airfields. But when the headlines and propaganda fades and the technical layers are examined, a different narrative emerges: this was no ordinary Ukrainian operation. It was a precision-coordinated military campaign with the hallmarks of NATO’s most advanced intelligence capabilities. A Strike Beyond Ukraine’s Reach Operation Spider’s Web wasn’t just an audacious act of sabotage, it was a technological symphony. To move over 100 drones covertly into Russia, conceal them, and coordinate a mass assault across dispersed targets within a nuclear…
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The myth of a united Western front on Ukraine is crumbling, and fast. Tensions between the U.S. and its European allies are no longer subtle diplomatic undercurrents; they are open fault lines, with serious implications for global stability, NATO’s coherence, and Europe’s security. According to a Financial Times report, senior European diplomats have voiced growing alarm over President Donald Trump’s disengagement from the Ukraine conflict, accusing Washington of effectively abandoning the coalition that has underpinned Western support for Kyiv since 2022. With Trump pursuing direct diplomatic engagement with Moscow and stepping back from military escalation, European capitals now fear being…
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Following a large-scale drone assault on Russian air bases, widely believed to have been coordinated and supported by US-NATO forces, Russia has responded with a blistering wave of retaliatory missile strikes, deploying its most advanced hypersonic weaponry including the 9M723 Iskander-M and Kh-47M2 Kinzhal systems. The initial drone attacks, orchestrated by Kiev with Western backing, targeted Russian strategic aviation assets, prompting a ferocious Russian counteroffensive across multiple Ukrainian regions. Despite global media celebrating the drone operation as a major PR victory for Kiev, claiming destruction of “34% of Russia’s strategic air fleet”, satellite imagery has debunked those exaggerations, showing only…
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After nearly 20 months of relentless destruction and mass civilian casualties in Gaza, a subtle but significant shift is emerging in the political language of several Western governments. For the first time, there are visible cracks in the once-impenetrable wall of diplomatic and military support that has enabled Israel’s prolonged and deadly campaign, a campaign many now describe rightly as genocide. On May 30, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Tom Fletcher, broke ranks with cautious diplomatic language and openly accused Israel of committing a war crime: using starvation as a weapon. In a powerful BBC interview, Fletcher condemned Israel’s…
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While the world teeters on the brink of nuclear confrontation and global economic collapse, U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal were in Kyiv this week celebrating what they proudly call the “Big Beautiful Bill”, an $60 billion windfall for Ukraine. But behind their well-rehearsed talking points and photo ops lies a far more troubling story of deep state loyalty, legal overreach, and complicity in a global racket that enriches a few while imperiling the many. The bill in question, over 1,100 pages long and unread by most in Congress, funnels tens of billions more to defense contractors, foreign wars,…
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In a world where global power is rapidly shifting, Africa, especially a regional powerhouse like Nigeria, can no longer afford to watch from the sidelines. The BRICS alliance, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has emerged as the most credible alternative to the Western-led world order that has historically undermined African sovereignty and prosperity. With Donald Trump’s return to the White House and his renewed hostility toward BRICS, African nations must see the writing on the wall: the time to pivot is now. The Deep State’s War Machine vs. African Sovereignty Trump’s administration has become a thin veil…
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The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria must resolutely reject any calls, no matter how loud, well-dressed, or politically motivated, to carve out statehood or autonomous regions for Fulani nomads, especially those with unclear origins and dubious citizenship status. It is a matter of national survival that Nigeria does not cede an inch of sovereign land to stateless, ungoverned, and often foreign actors who have entered our forests not in peace, but with arms and intent to dominate. The forests of Nigeria, now teeming with unregulated Fulani settlers, many of whom have no verifiable connection to our federation, have…
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If Nigeria, through its power structures and political elite, continues to systematically marginalize the Igbo people from political leadership, then any meaningful path to national stability and unity must involve deliberate, large-scale economic integration, investment, and empowerment of the South-East. Anything less would sustain the perception, and reality, of injustice. If Political Power is Denied, Economic Empowerment Must Be the Minimum Alternative: Here are realistic, impactful strategies that can be pursued or demanded to economically placate the Igbo people, though nothing short of justice will ever truly substitute for equity: Just like Lagos was declared a “commercial hub”, the South-East…
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> “How many people do you have to kill before you qualify to be described as a mass murderer and a war criminal?”, Harold Pinter, Nobel Laureate Introduction The brutal truth about the tragedy in Palestine has long been buried under a mountain of Western hypocrisy, Zionist propaganda, and media obfuscation. While headlines in Western media scream about “40 Israeli hostages” and rising “antisemitism,” they conveniently ignore a century-long genocide of the Indigenous Palestinian people, a slow-motion holocaust that has claimed the lives of over 2.7 million Palestinians through a combination of violence and deprivation. This genocide, backed and funded…
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Date: 29 May 2025Source: Kuala Lumpur War Crimes Tribunal In a landmark judgment that has received scant attention from global media, the Kuala Lumpur War Crimes Tribunal (KLWCT), under the auspices of the Kuala Lumpur War Crimes Commission (KLWCC), found the State of Israel guilty of war crimes and genocide against the Palestinian people. The judgment, delivered in November 2013, represents one of the most significant legal indictments of a state in modern times. Background The KLWCT, chaired by Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, convened from 20 to 25 November 2013 to hear two separate charges: 1. Case No. 3 –…
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The political temperature in Nigeria is rising fast, and for good reason. As Nigerians wrestle with spiraling inflation, growing food insecurity, and a deepening cost-of-living crisis, there is a palpable sense of disillusionment across the nation. It’s no surprise then that opposition forces, sensing both opportunity and urgency, are coalescing with one loud, unambiguous message: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu must not return in 2027. But here’s the crux of the matter, beyond the headlines and hashtags, is this coalition a credible political realignment or just another recycled elite pact that collapses under the weight of ego and ambition? President Tinubu…
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The Federal Government’s $1.5 billion approval for dredging Lekki Port to 19 metres reflects a lopsided development pattern that contradicts national interest, economic decentralisation, and regional equity. While Lekki may boast modern infrastructure, the logic of sidelining other viable ports, Port Harcourt, Warri, Calabar, and Onitsha, is flawed, short-sighted, and detrimental to Nigeria’s long-term economic sustainability. Lagos already bears the weight of: Over 70% of Nigeria’s import-export traffic, Chronic congestion at Apapa and Tin Can ports, Infrastructure collapse due to overuse. Expanding Lekki Port alone consolidates economic activity in one region, worsening gridlock, insecurity, real estate inflation, and overburdened logistics,…
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How Nigeria’s Justice Minister Turned the State into a Weapon Against a Whistleblower May 28, 2025 A chilling silence is creeping through Nigeria, one that threatens the foundation of our democracy. It is the silence that follows impunity, the silence that deepens when power is abused, and the silence that grows loudest when a nation chooses fear over justice. In March 2024, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan took an extraordinary step by submitting a formal petition accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment. But rather than investigate the allegation, the Senate, under Akpabio’s leadership, swiftly suspended her within 24 hours. The…
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To the beautiful, gifted, and determined children of Nigeria, Happy Children’s Day. Today, as the world celebrates you, we your parents, elders, and guardians stand before you, not just to honour you, but also to say what many have failed to say: We are sorry. We apologise to you, the future of our nation, for the broken systems, shattered dreams, and stolen opportunities you face every day. You were born with light in your eyes and talents in your hands, yet your dreams are dimmed by insecurity, poverty, poor leadership, and a system rigged against your growth. You are forced…
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No president in Nigeria’s history received more public endorsements for a second term than Goodluck Jonathan. Politicians across party lines, governors, senators, traditional rulers, religious leaders, billionaire businessmen, and over 10,000 well-funded support groups flooded the airwaves daily, confidently predicting his victory—some even before noon on election day. For Jonathan’s administration, money was never a constraint. Funds were recklessly thrown at anyone who showed the slightest support—so much so that merely greeting “Mama Peace” with a “Good morning” could attract largesse. A month to the February 2015 elections, the Jonathan government secretly commissioned an international poll expert to predict the…
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Introduction. Among the legacies of colonial rule in Nigeria, few names are more steeped in contradiction than Harold Morday Douglas. Today, the most prominent road in Owerri and the seat of the Imo State Government, Douglas Road and Douglas House, bear his name, yet the man behind these names was far from a hero to the people he governed. For many communities across the old Owerri Province and beyond, Douglas remains a symbol of unchecked colonial brutality, repression, and violence. This article revisits the chilling exploits of Harold M. Douglas and the long shadow of terror he cast across Eastern…
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Are we truly awake as a people? Or are we still sleepwalking through a nation that has consistently schemed us out of power, influence, and prosperity? The Hard Truth We Must Accept Ndi Igbo are not just marginalized, we are perceived as a threat. A threat because of our entrepreneurial genius. A threat because of our fearless intellect. A threat because we are independent-minded and difficult to control. Rather than integrate us, the Nigerian power elite, from North to South-West, has consistently united to neutralize the Igbo political presence. It’s not paranoia. It’s pattern. From 1951 to 2023 – A…
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1. The escalated Insurgency Begins (2015–2016) January 2015 – Baga Massacre Boko Haram overran Baga, Borno State, attacking a Multinational Joint Task Force base and razing towns. Reported fatalities ranged from 150 (official) to upwards of 2,000 civilians. This marked a brutal escalation in the insurgency, exposing military vulnerability. January 2016 – Dalori Attack Over 86 residents were killed near Maiduguri. Militants used firebombs and suicide vests. This underscored Boko Haram’s persistent threat even near secured zones. 2. Emergence of New Fronts: Banditry and Herdsmen Attacks (2016–2019) 2016 Nigeria launched Operation Harbin Kunama and Operation Sharan Daji targeting Northwestern bandits.…
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By Hon. Chimazuru Nnadi-Oforgu While the strategy of Ndi Igbo entering the presidency through the vice presidency in 2027 appears pragmatic, there exists a more just, bolder, and politically balanced alternative: a Northern-backed Peter Obi presidency in 2027 for one term, followed by a Southeast Vice President from 2031 to 2039. This route is not just feasible, it is a necessary correction to decades of Southeast political displacement. Since 1966, the Southeast has not produced a Nigerian president. Every other major zone has had its time: Northwest: Buhari (2015–2023) South-South: Jonathan (2010–2015) Southwest: Obasanjo (1999–2007), now Tinubu (2023– ) North…
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By Hon. Chimazuru Nnadi-Oforgu It is time to stop pretending. Ndi Igbo must leave behind emotional outbursts and embrace strategic thinking if we are serious about producing a Nigerian President of Southeast extraction. No zone in Nigeria, not even the South-West, has ever clinched the presidency without strategic alignment with the North. That is the political truth of our federation. So, what do we really lose if Peter Obi becomes Vice President in 2027 under a firm, documented agreement that he will become President in 2031? Nothing. In fact, we gain everything: national relevance, policy influence, and a pathway back…
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Introduction One of the most destructive exports of European colonialism wasn’t just the looting of natural resources, the drawing of artificial borders, or the economic sabotage of African economies, it was religious indoctrination. European missionaries came bearing the Bible in one hand and, often silently, clearing the way for the colonizer’s rifle in the other. Africans were told to denounce their gods, abandon their ancestral traditions, and embrace a version of Christianity that emphasized submission, suffering, and silence. This version of religion taught us to leave everything to God, even things God himself empowered us to take responsibility for, like…
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Navigating the crisis of insecurity in Nigeria’s heartland A region under siege The Southeast geopolitical zone of Nigeria, comprising Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo States, is facing an existential threat that continues to erode its social fabric and economic foundations. Once revered for its entrepreneurial spirit, peaceful communities, and vibrant culture, the region is now entangled in a disturbing wave of insecurity. From kidnapping and armed robbery to politically motivated violence, the Southeast is gradually transforming into a theater of fear. The rising menace of kidnapping and armed robbery Insecurity in the Southeast is no longer sporadic, it has become a grim daily reality. Between…
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As I watched the inauguration of the new Pope, an event steeped in religious symbolism and global reverence, I couldn’t help but notice something striking that many miss: it’s not just divine protection being relied upon. The Vatican’s Papal inauguration is arguably the most secure religious gathering on earth. And that security isn’t left to divine providence, it is the product of meticulous planning, elite expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a deep understanding of global threats. Let’s look at the facts: Snipers are positioned on rooftops, trained and trigger-ready, watching over the crowd. Anti-drone defense systems are deployed across strategic points…
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