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The title “Owelle” is a highly revered one in Onitsha and other parts of the Eastern region of Nigeria. However, many are unaware of the true meaning and origin of the term. To understand the history of “Owelle,” we must explore both its origins and how it became established. After the death of Obi Origbo (also known as Oligbo) in 1583 AD, he left behind three sons: Oko (his heir), Owelle, Prince Epum, and Prince Abutu. His heir, Prince Owelle, ascended the throne in 1583 and ruled until 1632 AD. This story is connected to earlier events following the death…
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It’s baffling. Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, with the newly functional Dangote Refinery—the largest in the continent—still imports Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to meet its domestic demand. Why are we importing what we can produce locally? This paradox points to something far more insidious than logistical or market factors. It raises the uncomfortable specter of corruption, deeply embedded in the very structure of our oil industry, particularly within the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Over the years, NNPCL has been at the center of numerous corruption scandals, from allegations of mismanagement to inflated fuel contracts and shady subsidy schemes.…
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US military interventions are not just wars on people — they’re also wars on the climate. This week marks 23 years since George W. Bush declared a U.S.-led “war on terror” and the people of Afghanistan and Iraq are still suffering its consequences. After the U.S. invaded Iraq, an estimated half a million Iraqis were killed and at least 9.2 million were displaced. From 2003-2011, more than 4.7 million Iraqis suffered from moderate to severe food insecurity. Over 243,000 people have been killed in the Afghanistan/Pakistan war zone since 2001, more than 70,000 of them civilians. Between 4.5 and 4.6 million people have died in the…
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On September 18th, the UN General Assembly will debate and vote on a pivotal resolution calling for Israel to end its “unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory” within six months. Unlike the exclusive 15-member UN Security Council, where veto power plays a critical role, the General Assembly allows all members to vote without the risk of a veto. This is a rare opportunity for the global community to take a united stance against Israel’s occupation of Palestine. If Israel ignores the resolution, as many expect, and the United States blocks any Security Council enforcement, the General Assembly could take…
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Oral history has it that the founders of Ohafia originally migrated from Benin to Adoni in present-day Rivers State before moving further to their present locations as follows: Akpo gave birth to Atita Akpo.Atita gave birth to Ezema and Onyerubi. Ezema Atita found Ohafia. Onyerubi Atita found Abam.Ezema Atita gave birth to:- Note:-The asterisk (*) that is marked on Uduma Ezema means it needs explanations. Ezema Atita as the father of all the 5 children ended at Elu Ohafia at Ugwuegbenzu when the rest settled at Achichi Elu. From Achichi Elu everybody started moving to their various settlements while Uduma…
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This analysis provides a clearer understanding of the complex relationship between the NNPC, Dangote Refinery, and other industry players. The NNPC’s inefficiencies and the government’s attempts to maintain control over the fuel market, even at the expense of consumer interests, reflect deeper systemic issues within Nigeria’s oil sector. The ongoing power struggle between the Nigerian Federal Government (FG), the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), and Dangote Refinery can be summarized in several key points: 1. NNPC’s Refining Incompetence The NNPC has long struggled with refining crude oil domestically. Despite Nigeria being a leading crude oil producer, the country lacks the…
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Although I am a Biafran, let me tell you why I don’t want a war with Nigeria. It’s simple. I’ve taken a deep look at myself, and I know I’m better than the average Nigerian. In fact, I’m better than every one of my oppressors. My condition is better than even those who are well represented in the Nigerian government. I am more educated than the average Nigerian. The late Professor Shotimehin once said that the Yoruba’s claim to be the most educated ethnic group in Nigeria is only true in their newspapers. In 1967, my father’s garment factory in…
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The BRICS countries, where almost half of the world’s population lives, are emerging as the main driving force of the world economy. This was said by Russian Ambassador to China Igor Morgulov during a panel discussion on BRICS prospects at the Global Peace Forum at Tsinghua University. He noted that the rates of economic growth in the BRICS countries continue to significantly exceed the world average. The total area of the countries of the association occupies more than a third of the Earth’s territory and almost half of the planet’s population lives in them. “The total GDP of the group…
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Introduction What is the 21st century meaning of “diabolical”? The repeal of real democracy, wherein prime ministers and presidents are appointed by the ”Deep State”. In January 2024, Keir Starmer, leader of Britain’s remodelled Labour Party was invited to Davos by the World Economic Forum. Ironically, Starmer started his election campaign in the Swiss Alps, in conformity with Klaus Schwab’s Great Reset. Was he elected or was he selected? It’s what you might call a “Democratic Regime Change” decided in Davos. He won the general election on July 4, and was confirmed as Britain’s Prime Minister on July 5. And “Just four days later, at the…
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A CASE FOR RESTORATIVE JUSTICE FOR UNSUCCSESSFUL ASPIRANTS! Politics is a roguish business although it should be for service delivery. Politicians are inherently selfish and self-centred when in search of or in possession of power. Power politics is a brutal business- no paddy for jungle! Forget sugar coating, there is deficit of morality in power politics in Naija. No politician who is favoured by power play matrix or calculus cares about the next person or feeling of others. In that euphoria, the popular sayings you will hear are that “power is taken, power is not given”; “you use power to…
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“Through the release of atomic energy, our generation has brought into the world the most revolutionary force since prehistoric man’s discovery of fire. This basic power of the universe cannot be fitted into the outmoded concept of narrow nationalisms.” Statement by the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists, presided by Albert Einstein, January 22, 1947. “I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones.” Albert Einstein (1879-1955), German-born theoretical physicist, (in an interview in ‘Liberal Judaism’, April-May, 1949) “While defending our own vital interests, nuclear powers must avert those confrontations, which bring an adversary…
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When the special military operation (SMO) was launched to end the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin was very clear about the direct involvement of any third parties. This has prevented the political West from taking direct action in support of the Kiev regime, but it still didn’t prevent it from doing everything else in its power to avert the complete defeat of the puppets in Kiev. In fact, they even sent former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to sabotage the already signed peace deal that would’ve ended the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict a couple of weeks after the SMO started. Several high-ranking Western…
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Secret Gathering Sponsored by Bill Gates, 2009 Meeting of “The Good Club” Is Worldwide Depopulation Part of the Billionaire’s “Great Reset” First posted on September 29, 2021 For more than ten years, meetings have been held by billionaires described as philanthropists to Reduce the Size of the World’s Population culminating with the 2020-2023 Covid crisis. Recent developments suggest that “Depopulation” is an integral part of the so-called Covid mandates including the lockdown policies and the mRNA “vaccine”. Flash back to 2009. According to the Wall Street Journal: “Billionaires Try to Shrink World’s Population”. In May 2009, the Billionaire philanthropists met behind closed doors at the home of the president…
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Revealed by Government Reports and Pfizer Documents First published on October 5, 2023 If an experimental vaccine were to damage the heart and immune system in a significant number of individuals who received it, it is possible that it could lead to a decline in the overall population size. This could occur for several reasons. If such a vaccine were to be developed and distributed, it could potentially lead to depopulation due to increased mortality and decreased fertility. Unfortunately, the world has found itself in a situation where powerful institutions and Governments have coerced millions of people into getting an…
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Has President Putin’s Patience Reached Its Limits? All Red Lines Crossed – Multiple Times A NATO invasion of nuclear Russia is currently underway, and the world is unaware that it is in World War III, as reported by Megatron (14 August 2024). The Kursk region of Russia is currently full of NATO weapons, troops, logistics, and more, many of them destroyed. See map, below. Video footage comes out of dozens of NATO vehicles, air defense systems, tanks and more; even if destroyed and captured by Russian forces in the Kursk Region. The Kiev forces of about 11,600 under guidance of NATO troops have…
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As the world moves toward greater interconnectedness and multilateral cooperation, the United States finds itself at a crossroads. The global balance of power is shifting, with emerging economies like those in BRICS developing new financial systems and partnerships that challenge America’s long-standing dominance. Yet, rather than adapting to these changes, the current Democratic administration, led by Joe Biden and its candidate in the upcoming election, remains tied to outdated policies of unilateralism and military interventions. These are policies deeply rooted in the neoconservative ideology of the deep state, which aims to preserve American hegemony at all costs, even if it…
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Following up on the video and claims about the Igbo people and the larger African historical narrative, let’s delve deeper into these elements based on available research and documented history. The notion that Igbos have left an imprint in places as distant as Japan is fascinating, though not widely recognized in mainstream historical texts. Anecdotal claims suggest certain naming conventions or cultural echoes, but these lack substantial academic documentation for now. However, it’s worth acknowledging that much of Africa’s global diasporic history remains underexplored, and many stories are deliberately hidden or suppressed. Further research in anthropology and linguistics could potentially…
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Is Dangote Colluding with Marketers to Keep PMS at N765 and upwards? As of Sunday, September 15, 2024, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) will begin lifting Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from the Dangote Refinery, selling it to oil marketers at a steep price of N765 per liter. While the refinery is expected to supply 25 million liters daily, NNPCL will continue importing 15 million liters to meet demand. By the end of October, Dangote’s supply is projected to rise to 35 million liters, while NNPCL reduces importation to 5 million liters before eventually phasing out imports entirely. However,…
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American immigration policy has long been a subject of intense political debate, and Donald Trump’s approach to the issue has brought key tensions to the forefront. Trump’s stance on immigration differs notably from that of the establishment, particularly in its rejection of political correctness, which he views as an impediment to national security and economic stability. His rhetoric and policies, such as the building of a border wall, the travel ban on certain countries, and tightening immigration regulations, reflect his belief that uncontrolled immigration presents a threat to the American economy, national identity, and safety. The political establishment, including both…
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In 2024, while the world was distracted by headlines and global spectacles, the most perilous threats to humanity advanced unnoticed. The U.S.-NATO provoked Ukraine war escalated into a proxy conflict with Russia, a confrontation orchestrated by American neocons, simmering since the Soviet Union’s collapse in 1991. This war gained momentum in 2014 with the U.S.-backed overthrow of Ukraine’s elected pro-Russian government, setting the stage for today’s devastation. Now, the mission is clear: weaken Russia at any cost, no matter the consequences for global security. Simultaneously, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict erupted once more. Hamas’ October 2023 attack triggered an overwhelming response from…
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The Owerri Central Market project, which has sparked significant controversy, involves the ongoing demolition of properties leading to protests from local landowners, including investors from the diaspora. These property owners have legally acquired their lands with Certificates of Occupancy (C of Os) and have invested substantial sums to develop them. However, the Imo State Government, under Governor Hope Uzodimma, is pushing forward with the construction of the Owerri Central Market Complex, citing foreign investment as a key driver of the project. The demolitions have caused outrage among the affected landowners, many of whom feel betrayed by the government. They argue…
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In the late 1940s, rumors circulated about a mysterious “hermit,” disenchanted and disillusioned with the world, living in a cave under one of the “L’s” of the iconic Hollywood sign in California. This reclusive figure, said to be “out of sync” with society, was largely ignored until one fateful night in 1947 when he appeared at the Lincoln Theater in Los Angeles. Nat King Cole, one of the era’s biggest stars, was performing that night, and the man attempted to gain backstage access. Claiming to have something for Cole, the eccentric figure was turned away by the staff but left…
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It is undeniable that Donald Trump has become one of the most polarizing figures in modern history, and in many respects, he has been unfairly vilified on an unprecedented scale. From the moment he announced his candidacy, throughout his presidency, and even after leaving office, Trump has been the subject of relentless media attacks, personal insults, and political hostility that no other modern political figure seems to have faced. One could argue that the level of scrutiny and condemnation aimed at Trump far exceeds what should be expected, even in a fiercely competitive political environment. While it’s fair to criticize…
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Before I get badgered by those unwilling to read or lacking in the discipline to digest concepts, let me announce upfront that no insults are intended by either the title, or the message below. But I have seen enough of the rush to abuse, by those who miss the meaning of concepts different from their everyday usage, that I suspect an upfront caveat may slow down the rush to conclusion by those who give meaning to the real insult; which is that the best way to hide something from most of us is to write it down in a book.…
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The recent arrest of Comrade Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), on allegations of terrorism has raised serious concerns about the misuse of security agencies to intimidate civil society leaders. While the charges against Ajaero have yet to be substantiated, the circumstances surrounding his arrest reflect a disturbing pattern in Nigeria where dissenting voices, particularly those advocating for workers’ rights, are often met with state repression. At the heart of this issue is the presumption of innocence, a fundamental pillar of justice. Joe Ajaero, like every Nigerian citizen, is entitled to due process. The allegations of terrorism…
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Without a doubt, Chief Dr. Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu was a model and premier Igbo-Nigerian leader, patriot, and Igboist. Being an Igboist and a Nigerian defender at the same time is an extremely difficult combination to maintain. He had affection for both of them, but Ndigbo was his priority for obvious reasons. It is more than thirty years since I first met Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. The two-party system for Nigeria was being experimented with by General IB Babangida who established the National Republican Convention (NRC) and Social Democratic Party (SDP). Chief Iwuanyanwu was a presidential aspirant under the banner of the…
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The Israel-Palestine conflict remains one of the most protracted and complex geopolitical struggles in modern history, fueled by deep-rooted historical, religious, and territorial disputes. A particularly contentious issue is the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, which many, including renowned Israeli journalist Gideon Levy, argue is less about peace and more about solidifying occupation. Israeli settlements are civilian communities built on land that Israel captured during the 1967 Six-Day War, which includes the West Bank and East Jerusalem. These areas are predominantly inhabited by Palestinians, and under international law, the settlements are considered illegal. Despite this, Israel…
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When two brothers are fighting and hurting each other very badly just to advance the ambitions of a third party, what is the best possible advice for them? Clearly it is to stop fighting immediately and to start making amends for the harm that has been already caused to both of them, to heal the wounds of both of them. This is exactly what Russia and Ukraine should do today, stop fighting immediately and start their long walk together on the path of peace, healing and rehabilitation. But, to go back to the example of two brothers fighting each other,…
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Amid the Democratic National Convention (DNC), Kamala Harris has pledged to “stand strong with Ukraine and our NATO allies.” With the upcoming US presidential elections, all eyes are on the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and on the Republican one Donald Trump. If one is to believe the (overwhelmingly pro-Ukrainian) Western press, the Republic candidate will just “abandon” Ukraine altogether thus ensuring its defeat, while the Democrats in turn will do everything they can to “save” the Eastern European country. Things are quite more complex than that, of course. Firstly, and it is always important to highlight that, the US-led West bears, at the very least, a…
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At this critical moment in American history, and in world history, a moment at which the Fukuyama fuzzy fantasy of an end of history and of a magic kingdom on Earth animated by endless growth and consumption has come crashing down after hitting a stone wall of economic disparity, ethical chaos, and social contradictions. More and more Americans must face the ghoulish trinity of accumulated capital, manufactured ideology, and brutal class warfare—it no longer matters how kind or how ethnically diverse the face of that new economic system make up of investment banks and corporate media may be. The efforts…
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It must be stated at the outset that regardless of anything else, if one of the great powers follows world dominance as a central precept of its policy then it is only a matter of time before this would bring the world very close to World War 3 or nuclear war or a war involving other weapons of mass destruction. It does not matter if such a ruinous policy is adopted by the USA or China or Russia or any other emerging great power, the result will be the same. In recent years the most obstinate and non-rational pursuit of…
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Proxy War in Reverse—Client and Proxy States Can Also Try to Use Big Powers to Serve Their Interests
Big powers have often tried to use smaller countries to fight their wars against other countries, particularly against other big powers. The widespread prevalence of such proxy wars is well-recognized. The USA has been involved in several proxy wars. The Ukraine war has been widely discussed as a proxy war of the USA which uses Ukraine to harm Russia as much as possible. Such wars are increasingly preferred by a great power like the USA as any loss of its own soldiers is avoided and so the chances of the public opinion at home turning against the war are significantly…
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Commemorating 9/11 This article was first published on March 31, 2017. An earlier version was published in 2015. Next week, we will be commemorating the 23 anniversary of the 9/11. There are many contradictions which have been casually ignored, one of which is relationship between the Bush and Bin Laden families. Lest we forget, one day before the 9/11 attacks, as well as on the morning of 9/11, the dad of the sitting President of the United States of America, George Herbert Walker Bush was meeting none other than Shafiq bin Laden, the brother of the alleged terror mastermind Osama bin Laden. It was…
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Republicans called Obama a communist, when all his worst actions as president were continuations and expansions of Bush’s policies. Democrats called Trump a Nazi when his worst acts were continuations and expansions of Obama’s policies. Now we’re back to calling Harris a communist, while she supports a genocide that Republicans also support. Calling Kamala Harris a communist isn’t wrong because it degrades Harris, it’s wrong because it degrades communism. The Biden-Harris administration is knowingly helping the Israeli government wage a campaign of extermination in Gaza that has shocked and horrified the entire world. Does anyone actually believe Harris would win if she…
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The atrocities unfolding in Gaza as part of Israel’s October 2023 military operations have a deep, complex history. What is now being referred to as a genocide—an unrelenting campaign of mass violence and destruction—was not an impromptu decision, but part of a broader strategic doctrine that has been in play for over two decades. The Israeli government has invoked its doctrine of “Justified Vengeance,” first formulated in 2001, to frame its actions as defensive, claiming that despite Palestine’s limited military capability, it is the aggressor and that Israel has the right to “defend itself.” This justification has been the foundation…
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As the world grapples with the aftermath of the October 7, 2023, attacks and Israel’s brutal military response, many are left questioning the true origins and intent behind these escalating conflicts. This isn’t the first time war has been framed in a way to suit political motives, and false flag operations—historically used to manipulate public opinion—continue to play a central role in modern warfare. James Morcan aptly notes that to prepare a populace for war, leaders often cultivate an atmosphere of fear, hatred, or mistrust. Whether the target is another nation, religion, or group, the goal is the same: to…
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Tinubu’s presidency is truly surpassing all expectations. I say this not to glorify him but to caution the Nigerian people. He is transforming into a dreaded figure and preying on the country’s wealth. We are watching history evolve right before our eyes. As Alhaji Sule Lamido puts it, Tinubu is an emperor and will be difficult to dislodge in 2027. This is why I link his era to that of Mobutu. Generations have changed since Mobutu Sese Seko was ousted in Zaire, the former name of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Mobutu ruled from 1965 to 1997. His…
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As we all now, Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov was arrested in Paris-Le Bourget Airport in France based on specific allegations that his platform is being used for “drug trafficking and the distribution of child sexual abuse images.” I must say, how convenient to accuse Durov of these charges as censorship on a global scale is out of control. Mainly the US, UK, the European Union, and Israel’s political establishment has been at the forefront with Big Tech companies such as YouTube, Vimeo, META (formally Facebook), X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Google are all on a war path against free speech advocates who are considered a threat to the establishment. There are even…
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The ongoing war in Ukraine has deeply divided international opinion, and the heavy involvement of European nations under the NATO umbrella has sparked significant debate. It is becoming increasingly clear that Europe’s decision to align itself with the United States’ approach to the conflict is not just questionable but borders on irrationality. This blind adherence to U.S. policy through NATO involvement presents numerous economic, political, and strategic risks for European countries, risks that could outweigh any potential benefits in the long run. The Economic Impact on Europe From an economic standpoint, the consequences of Europe’s participation in the war have…
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Israel is Seeking to Destroy Pavel Durov in France as If He is a Proxy for Hamas. Part I The French government’s arrest on 25 Aug. of Telegram’s founder, builder and operating manager, Pavel Durov, is a telling sign of these tumultuous times. It is alleged that France’s problematic President, Emmanuel Macron, lured Durov to Paris with a mafia-style dinner invitation. Durov became a citizen of France six years ago after Macron tried unsuccessfully to woo Telegram and its founder to set up business in France. Durov is native of Russia, the world’s largest country in which the criminalized Big Tech martyr…
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The Associated Press reports that many of the recruits drafted under Ukraine’s new conscription law lack the motivation and military indoctrination required to actually aim their weapons and fire at Russian soldiers. “Some people don’t want to shoot. They see the enemy in the firing position in trenches but don’t open fire. … That is why our men are dying,” said a frustrated battalion commander in Ukraine’s 47th Brigade. “When they don’t use the weapon, they are ineffective.” This is familiar territory to anyone who has studied the work of U.S. Brigadier General Samuel “Slam” Marshall, a First World War veteran and the chief…
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Putin prefers dealing with the “devils that he knows” than risking a repeat of Trump’s unpredictability. Putin confirmed on Thursday during the Eastern Economic Forum’s plenary session that his previously stated support for Biden now extends to Kamala, yet friends like the famous dissident Kim Dotcom and foes like the BBC’s Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg don’t believe him. The first tweeted that it’s a “Grandmaster Chess” move on the Russian leader’s part while the second speculated that this is being done to discredit the Democrats. The reality though is that Putin is being sincere. It was explained earlier this year that “It’s Reasonable For Putin To…
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The single case of polio in Gaza triggered a global outcry and an appeal by the UN, which obtained the agreement of the United States and Israel to send 1.2 million doses of vaccine (at our expense, of course). But who are we kidding? Why vaccinate children at all costs whose main risk is to be victims of the ongoing war? Why vaccinate children against a disease that can be completely eradicated by drinking water? Clean Water Is Enough to Eradicate Polio The polio virus is transmitted only by the fecal-oral route. The virus excreted in the stools of a patient…
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The first thing which was denied to Palestinians was water and food. It was the onslaught of the genocide against the People of Palestine. Netanyahu ordered a complete blockade of the Gaza Strip starting on October 9, 2023, preventing and obstructing the importation of clean water, food, fuel, and essential commodities to 2.2 Million Palestinians. Dr. Gerard Delepine’s in an article entitled “clean water is enough to Eradicate Polio”. The single case of polio in Gaza triggered a global outcry and an appeal by the UN, which obtained the agreement of the United States and Israel to send 1.2 million doses of vaccine. But…
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In recent years, we’ve seen a powerful movement of women empowering women, a force that has driven significant strides toward gender equality and economic independence for many women worldwide. This movement has been transformative, creating networks of support, mentorship, and opportunities that have changed countless lives. However, it’s crucial to recognize that empowerment is not a zero-sum game. Just as women have mobilized to lift each other up, it is time for us men to take a page from this playbook and develop structured initiatives to empower our fellow men, particularly those struggling in rural areas. In many rural communities,…
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The escalating level of insecurity in the nation is forcing many citizens to wonder if the government can still save Nigeria. The minister of state for defence just ordered the service chiefs to relocate to the North West after militants seized two Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) armoured vehicles from Nigerian forces and set them on fire. The adage “security is everybody’s business” has its roots in reality. First and foremost, the most fundamental human right is everyone’s unalienable right to live. This assumes that everyone has the right to protect their life by any means necessary and that people generally…
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The question of why Nigerians should pay as much as 1,400 naira per liter for petrol in a country rich in crude oil and boasting a significant refining capacity is a complex issue that requires a deep understanding of both global and local economic dynamics. It also demands a frank discussion about the challenges we face and the possible paths forward. As citizens, we must seek clarity and accountability from those responsible for setting these prices and managing our national resources. Let us first consider the nature of the costs involved in producing and distributing petrol within Nigeria. Although we…
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In Imo State, the evolution of local governance has been a microcosm of Nigeria’s broader political landscape, marked by significant shifts in the role and effectiveness of Local Government Chairmen over the decades. During the 1980s and the early 1990s, Local Government Chairmen in Imo State were key figures in grassroots governance. These leaders were typically individuals with strong community ties and a genuine commitment to local development. Despite limited financial resources, they successfully spearheaded developmental projects such as building primary healthcare centers, schools, and rural roads. The caliber of these leaders was high; they were known for their sense…
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If you think cashing a $1.5 billion cheque for doing absolutely nothing sounds like a fantasy, you haven’t been introduced to Nigeria’s Port Harcourt refinery. This facility has become a notorious symbol of waste, where significant resources are funneled into “maintenance” projects that seem only to enrich its managers while the refinery itself falls further into disrepair. Originally slated for completion in 2019, the refurbishment and upgrade of the Port Harcourt Refinery, located in Nigeria’s oil-rich Niger Delta, have been delayed repeatedly, with each administration since 1999 making promises that have yet to be fulfilled. Despite a $1.5 billion contract…
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Male spousal abuse in Nigeria is a deeply misunderstood and underreported issue that affects many men across the country. Traditionally, the conversation around domestic violence has focused primarily on women as victims, often neglecting the experiences of men who suffer abuse in their homes. However, male spousal abuse is a significant issue that remains shrouded in stigma and silence, perpetuated by cultural norms, gender expectations, and a lack of institutional support. The horrors of this form of abuse are no less severe than those experienced by women, involving physical violence, emotional manipulation, economic control, and social isolation. The prevalence of…
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Paternity fraud, where a woman misleads or deceives a man into believing he is the biological father of her child, is a sensitive issue in Nigeria. It has significant emotional, social, legal, and financial consequences for everyone involved. While concrete data on the prevalence of paternity fraud in Nigeria is limited, anecdotal evidence from private DNA testing centers suggests that the issue is more common than is widely recognized. In some cases, the rate of paternity discrepancies discovered through DNA tests can be as high as 40%. This indicates a need for greater public awareness and stronger legal frameworks to…
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There was no one in Western Nigeria who did not know S. T. Oredein. If there was such a person, he must have just arrived from Planet Jupiter. Chief Samuel Taiwo Oredein was not just a politician. He was politics personified. He was a kingmaker. He was a godfather. In fact, he was the Big Boss. Oredein belonged to the exclusive club of the seven people who partnered with Chief Obafemi Awolowo to establish the Action Group which became the party that produced the first premier of the region. You don’t know the other founders? I will tell you. They…
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In today’s media landscape, a significant portion of Americans have become victims of what many describe as media-induced confusion and mind control. The mainstream media, often accused of promoting biased narratives, has been a critical tool in shaping public opinion, fostering blind partisanship, and sustaining a climate of misinformation. This trend is particularly noticeable among American Democrats, who, critics argue, are voting without fully understanding or critically analyzing the policies and candidates they support. The consequences are profound, affecting not only electoral outcomes but also public perception of global and domestic affairs. The Role of Mainstream Media in Shaping Public…
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Report on new book says that in it the Republican candidate warns the Meta CEO against interfering in the upcoming election Former US President Donald Trump has accused Mark Zuckerberg of plotting against him during the 2020 election and has warned the Meta CEO against doing it again in the vote this November, according to an excerpt from his soon-to-be released book seen by Politico. In his new book, titled ‘Save America’ and set to be published next week, Trump includes an undated photograph of himself meeting with Zuckerberg in the White House when he was president. Under the photo…
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We are expected to believe that a bunch of rogue Ukrainians blew up Nord Stream without any state support – do they also have a bridge to sell us? On September 26, 2022, infrastructure vital for both Germany and the EU as a whole was attacked as never before in post-World War II, peacetime (at least formally) history. In the vicinity of the island of Bornholm, at the midpoint between the Polish and Swedish coasts, four explosions sabotaged the massive Nord Stream I and II gas pipelines, which run along the bottom of the Baltic Sea. The immediate consequences were enormous.…
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Moscow has rapidly made new gains in Donbass, while Kiev continued its effort to push deeper into Russia’s Kursk Region The past week in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has seen intensive combat along the front line, with the most active hostility continuing in the border areas of Russia’s Kursk Region, as well as in the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR), where Moscow troops liberated multiple locations. The Russian forces have also managed to make new gains in the Lugansk People’s Republic (LPR). The country’s Defense Ministry announced on Wednesday the liberation of Stelmakhovka, a large village located shortly to the east from…
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Most of the ‘fourth estate’ is no longer able or willing to hold politicians accountable, and act instead like another branch of power When some combination of Western and Ukrainian terrorists with obvious state support – we still don’t know who and how precisely – destroyed the Nord Stream I and II Baltic Sea pipelines in September 2022, they caused an ecological catastrophe by releasing an unprecedented amount of the climate killer gas methane into our atmosphere. In other words, they made a hell of a stink. But that immediate impact pales in comparison with the rotten stench generated by the…
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By Black Alliance for Peace Since Niger and Mali exposed that Ukraine, a nation heavily reliant on the United States for military and economic support, is supporting terrorism in the Sahel, this has starkly exposed the contradictions inherent in AFRICOM’s mission on the African continent. AFRICOM was established under the premise of combating terrorism and ensuring stability in Africa. However, if a U.S.-backed government is actively aiding terrorist groups in the Sahel, it suggests that AFRICOM’s role may not be as straightforward as it claims. Instead, it could be seen as part of a broader strategy that perpetuates instability and…
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Two weeks ago, I was prompted to write “Censorship on Steroids: Truthteller Alert,” in response to unprecedented internet censorship, co-timed with increasing persecution of highly visible truthtellers. Nearly a decade ago, I wrote a Global Research article entitled “A History of America’s War on Whistleblowers and Journalists Since 9/11.” The list of dead American whistleblowers and journalists is long – Shireen Abu Akleh in 2022, Michael Collins Piper in 2015, Serena Shim in 2014, Mike Ruppert in 2014, Michael Hastings in 2013, Jack Wheeler in 2010, Roland Carnaby in 2008, Gary Webb in 2004, John O’Neill on 9/11, Danny Casolaro in 1991, all likely targeted extrajudicial political assassinations. These bold truthtellers paid the ultimate heaviest price telling the truth, determined to expose the egregious crimes committed by…
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Geopolitics is an approach to politics that stresses the features imposed on foreign policy by geographical location, environment, and natural resources. Geopolitics as a discipline contributes to the emphasis on continuity in contemporary political realism. The focal idea of geopolitics is that those who control the Eurasian landmass (Heartland) dominate global politics. Regarding this idea, Ukraine has always been a significant part of Heartland. Therefore, many great powers have been fighting to impose their control over the territory of contemporary Ukraine (or part of it) from the Middle Ages up to today (for instance, Poland, Lithuania, Russia, Sweden, Vikings, Ottoman Empire). Nevertheless,…
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On August 15, 2024, the United Nations reported that over 40,000 Palestinians, most of them women and children, have been killed by Israel since the start of the October 7, 2023, war. The United Nations further reported that Israel is violating a multitude of international laws. Nevertheless, as reported by CBS News the same month, the Biden Administration has just sent another $20 billion in military aid to this criminal government. The USA is the world’s only remaining superpower and doesn’t seem to care what the rest of the world thinks. But the rest of the world does care. As reported by CBS News, over 140…
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According to The New York Times, Washington and London collaborated with the Ukrainians in the invasion of Kursk, allowing for better execution of border operations, while American officials have expressed their skepticism that Ukraine will be able to hold onto the territory it captured from Russia. Yet, despite this incredulity, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claims that Russia has not been deterred from expanding its military operations in Ukraine into Sumy Oblast. The US and the UK have provided Ukraine with satellite images and other information about the Kursk region following the invasion by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the US newspaper reported. “Within days of…
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Democrats are putting electoral procedures in place in order to steal the November presidential election: Minneapolis has designated those who entered the US illegally “justice impacted individuals” and put them into a protected class which apparently includes the right to vote. The DNC has filed a lawsuit against the Georgia Election Board to block the rule that requires counties to ensure the accuracy of the votes prior to certification. If you remember, this was a question in the 2020 election when Georgia and other states’ votes were certified without authentication. In Wayne County, Michigan, the 19th most populous county in the…
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This carefully researched article by John Steinbach on Israel’s nuclear arsenal was first published by Global Research in March 2002. “Should war break out in the Middle East again,… or should any Arab nation fire missiles against Israel, as the Iraqis did, a nuclear escalation, once unthinkable except as a last resort, would now be a strong probability.” Seymour Hersh(1) “Arabs may have the oil, but we have the matches.” Ariel Sharon(2) (right image) Introduction With between 200 and 500 thermonuclear weapons and a sophisticated delivery system, Israel has quietly supplanted Britain as the World’s 5th Largest nuclear power, and may currently rival France and China…
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Integration of Nuclear and Conventional Warfare Author’s Note and Update Today, the dangers of military escalation are beyond description. What is now happening in Ukraine has serious geopolitical implications. It could lead us into a World War III Scenario. Vladimir Putin’s statement on February 21st, 2022 was in response to US threats to use nuclear weapons on a preemptive basis against Russia, despite Joe Biden’s “reassurance” that the US would not be resorting to “A First Strike” nuclear attack against an enemy of America. The article below first published in February 2006 addresses US Military Doctrine focussing on the integration of nuclear and conventional warfare. Nuclear War…
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What was a rumored for days has happened over the weekend. On 24 August 2024, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has endorsed Donald Trump for President without giving up his own aspiration for the White House. Those are his words. He will support the candidacy of former President Trump, withdrawing his own candidacy from swing-states. Trump and Kennedy have a common agenda in many ways; among them, stopping endless immigration through southern borders from where in the Biden years some 20 million illegal immigrants as outlined in RFK Jr. Speech, from all over the world have entered the US, mostly male in military age. Trump and…
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The religious anti-Arab Zionist movement known as Kahanism, which advocates a theocratic state of Israel only for Jews, is behind the violence against Palestinians. Israel’s domestic intelligence agency Shin Bet recently warned the Netanyahu government that Jewish terrorist activities, which have turned to “broad, open activity”, pose a clear and present threat to Israel’s long-term existence in the Middle East. Shin Bet head Ronen Bar drew a sombre picture over the recent violent activities of Jewish militant groups in occupied areas, most of which are related to Israel’s racist Kahanist movement that aims to force all Palestinians out of their native lands. Shin Bet’s…
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Over the past several years, Southeast Nigeria has become a glaring example of financial mismanagement and lack of accountability among its leaders. Since after COVID, the governors of the Southeast have received trillions of naira from various channels, including federal and local government allocations, foreign loans, grants, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) intervention funds, Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) allocations, ecological funds, security votes, and more. Despite these substantial financial inflows, the tangible benefits for the average citizen remain virtually nonexistent. These staggering figures highlight the substantial financial resources available to south east state governments. If we consider the average…
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“When a population becomes distracted by trivia, when cultural life is redefined as a perpetual round of entertainments, when serious public conversation becomes a form of baby-talk, when, in short, a people become an audience, and their public business a vaudeville act, then a nation finds itself at risk; culture-death is a clear possibility.” — Neil Postman What you smell is the stench of a dying republic. Our dying republic. We are trapped in a political matrix intended to sustain the illusion that we are citizens of a constitutional republic. In reality, we are caught somewhere between a kleptocracy (a government ruled by…
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“The politicians are put there to give you the idea that you have freedom of choice. You don’t. You have no choice. You have owners. They own you. They own everything. They own all the important land. They own and control the corporations. They’ve long since bought and paid for the Senate, the Congress, the state houses, the city halls. They got the judges in their back pockets and they own all the big media companies, so they control just about all of the news and information you get to hear… They spend billions of dollars every year lobbying. Lobbying…
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The last thing the elite wants is an informed, empowered public mobilizing any grassroots movement to oppose government tyranny. This presentation focuses on the myriad ways in which the powers-that-be in the United States have been systematically dumbing down Americans as a society for a very long time – all by meticulously calculated design. Originally the term dumbing down was used as a slang expression in 1933 by film screenwriters to mean “revising [the script] so as to appeal to those of lower education or intelligence.” The most obvious example of how Americans have been dumbed down is through this nation’s failed public education…
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To argue that Nigeria’s underdevelopment is largely due to external influences such as imperialism, colonialism, capitalism, divide-and-rule tactics, and the entrenchment of corruption by foreign powers, it’s important to examine the historical context and mechanisms through which these forces have shaped Nigeria’s political, economic, and social landscape. During the colonial era, the British employed divide-and-rule strategies, exploiting Nigeria’s ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity to maintain control. This approach fostered distrust and competition among various groups, a legacy that persists today, leading to political instability, conflicts, and a lack of national cohesion. The arbitrary borders drawn by colonial powers grouped diverse…
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We have been lied to for decades about the creation of Israel. It was born in sin, and it continues to live in sin The headline below, about yet another Israeli operation to ethnically cleanse the Palestinians in the tiny, besieged and utterly destroyed enclave of Gaza, was published in yesterday’s Middle East Eye. When I began studying Israeli history more than a quarter of a century ago, people claiming to be experts proffered plenty of excuses to explain why Israelis should not be held responsible for the 1948 ethnic cleansing of some 750,000 Palestinians from their homes – what…
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“An Orwellian disconnect haunts the 2024 Democratic National Convention” An Orwellian disconnect haunts the 2024 Democratic National Convention. In the isolation of the convention hall, shielded from the outside world behind thousands of armed police, few of the delegates seem to realize that their country is on the brink of direct involvement in major wars with Russia and Iran, either of which could escalate into World War III. Inside the hall, the mass slaughter in the Middle East and Ukraine are treated only as troublesome “issues,” which “the greatest military in the history of the world” can surely deal with. Delegates who…
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The United States must disengage from the Israeli Death Grip There are some simple truths surrounding all the nonsense being spewed by Israel’s agents and its cheerleaders in the United States, Canada, Europe as well as elsewhere in the Anglophone world. First of all, Israel is no democracy and never has been one since its foundation over seventy-five years ago. It used massacres of entire villages and other assorted terrorism to drive three quarters of a million indigenous Palestinians from their homes. It then passed laws to forbid any return home by those refugees. Many of those displaced are to this…
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A recent poll conducted by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs between June 21st and July 1st under their headline ‘Majority of Americans Oppose Sending US Forces to Defend Israel if Attacked by Iran’ said that 56% of respondents oppose sending US troops to defend Israel. The breakdown is as follows: An overall 42 percent of the US public would favor using US troops to defend Israel if it were attached by Iran (56% oppose). While a slim majority of Republicans would favor US forces defending Israel in this scenario (53%), only four in 10 Independents (42%) and third of Democrats (34%) agree The…
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Evil Unleashed: This article, –which at first sight seems to point to the current and ongoing “Evil Unleashed” by the Netanyahu government— was written almost 23 years ago by the late Professor Tanya Reinhart. The author reveals the historical process and intent to destroy Palestine and its political institutions. With foresight, Reinhart documents plans first formulated in the mid-1990s under Ariel Sharon to implement an act of genocide directed against the People of Palestine: “Their immediate goal is to get the Palestinians off the international agenda, so slaughter, starvation, forced evacuation and ‘migration’ can continue undisturbed, leading, possibly, to the final realization of Sharon’s long standing vision,…
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No woman likes a clingy, insecure man.But that is what we , yorubas , are becoming, a frightened, insecure and second rate nation. So fearful that we cant even accept one of our own because his mother is ibo despite the fact that the Yoruba race is Patrilineal. There was a time when the word swagger was synonymous with the yoruba, Reflecting self assurance and confidence of the race . We exuded self belief.The Ibos secretly admired us.They adopted our clothes and music.They flocked to our churches…. The big Pentecost non-Orthodox Churches , which were mostly founded by Yoruba Pastors……
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“Let me take His Excellency Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and the world back in time and history of the atrocities of Atiku and how he crippled a nation that President Tinubu with no single fault of his inherited a nation sitting on dynamite. Let’s not forget Atiku was in charge of the economy and former President Obasanjo gave him free hand until the Galaxy Backbone scandal happened. “In 2006, the Federal Secretariat Ikoyi, was acquired by Babalakin’s Resort Ltd. A 15 storey prime asset overgrown with weeds from Atiku and OBJ through a Development Lease Agreement (DLA) for N7.2 Billion. A…
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In this modern era, where the media holds unparalleled power to shape opinions, influence perceptions, and even dictate societal narratives, Nigeria faces a critical challenge: the rise of mercantile journalism, commonly known as “cash and carry” journalism. This insidious form of reporting, driven by financial incentives rather than the pursuit of truth, has profound and far-reaching implications, particularly in a society where illiteracy and gullibility are rampant. The media’s ability to influence public perception is undeniable. Globally, it serves not merely as a conduit for information but as a powerful force that molds the collective consciousness. In Nigeria, this power…
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How Media Manipulation Has Turned America Into a Nation of Hate-Filled Zombies. The media’s influence on public opinion is undeniable, and this is especially clear in the case of Donald Trump. His political career, particularly during his presidency, has been marked by an extraordinary level of media scrutiny, much of which has contributed to widespread animosity. To understand the extent and implications of this media-induced hatred, it’s essential to explore how coverage, selective reporting, and biased narratives have shaped public perceptions of Trump and, more alarmingly, how they have mind-controlled and brainwashed the public into a state of cognitive dissonance.…
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Has President Putin’s Patience Reached Its Limits? All Red Lines Crossed – Multiple Times A NATO invasion of nuclear Russia is currently underway, and the world is unaware that it is in World War III, as reported by Megatron (14 August 2024). The Kursk region of Russia is currently full of NATO weapons, troops, logistics, and more, many of them destroyed. See map, below. Ukrainian aims to destabilize Russia with Kursk incursion. (BingMaps/Institute For The Study Of War/USA TODAY) Video footage comes out of dozens of NATO vehicles, air defense systems, tanks and more; even if destroyed and captured by Russian forces in…
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Fake foreign threats are used to validate poor policy choices Does anyone really think that Iran threatens the United States? It’s only plausible if you can be convinced by a congenital liar and war criminal like Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or by a buffoon like Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina. My head was still throbbing recently due to the damage done while watching Netanyahu’s 56 standing ovations from a bought and paid for Congress when I came across among my old books a volume bearing a title that summed up what I have been thinking about. It was called “In Search of Enemies:…
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Tehran blames West Jerusalem for last month’s assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in the Islamic Republic’s capital Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reiterated his country’s intention to punish Israel for its “aggression,” over what he called the “cowardly” assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran in late July. In a phone call with the Vatican’s secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, on Monday, Pezeshkian said the assassination violated ”all humanitarian and legal principles,” and that Iran “has the legitimate right” to retaliate. Israel has neither confirmed nor denied involvement in the killing. Haniyeh, who was the militant group’s chief negotiator in indirect Gaza ceasefire talks…
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The wait for retaliation by Tehran over the killing of a Hamas leader could be long, according to the Revolutionary Guards Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that Tehran’s retaliation over the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh may only come after a long wait, according to Reuters. Haniyeh was killed in Tehran in late July, hours after attending the inauguration of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Following the incident, Iran promised to inflict “harsh punishment” on Israel, which has neither denied nor acknowledged any role in the killing. The Middle East has been bracing for Iran’s avowed retaliation, which has not…
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Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger insist that remarks by officials in Kiev after the killing of Malian soldiers indicate support for jihadists in Africa Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have written to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) demanding action against Ukraine for its alleged involvement in a rebel attack that killed dozens of Malian soldiers and Russian military contractors. In a joint letter to the president of the UNSC published on Tuesday, the foreign ministers of the three Alliance of Sahel States (AES) members cited remarks by Ukrainian officials following the assault in late July as proof of Kiev’s support for terrorism in…
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Matteo Salvini has said that giving Ukraine weapons to strike targets on Russian soil could lead to a global war Ukraine’s Western backers could trigger World War III by providing Kiev with weapons that can be used to strike targets on Russian soil, Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has said. Russian officials have claimed that the Ukrainian military has been using Western-supplied weapons in their incursion in Kursk Region. Several Western media outlets have published articles with similar claims of late. A number of Kiev’s backers have also publicly given the green light to use the weapons they have…
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Nigerian politicians are arguably some of the most self-serving in the world. They secure power not through a genuine commitment to public service but by purchasing their way into office. This transactional nature of politics in Nigeria has far-reaching consequences, deeply undermining the welfare and well-being of the citizens they are supposed to serve. When political positions are acquired through financial means, the resulting leadership is often more concerned with recouping their investments and furthering personal interests than addressing the needs of the populace. One of the most glaring issues is the disconnect between elected officials and the electorate. When…
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Reversing the Covid Narrative, Confronting “The Great Reset”, Restoring Democracy Based on the futuristic movie, Ghost World 2022–2032. Chapter 1 – The Die-Off. Produced and presented by Mike Adams First published on February 3, 2022 Millions of lives affected within the next ten years – according to Mike Adams. audio The video talks about UN Agenda 2030, without ever mentioning it. It covers a ten-year period, starting in 2022, when it is expected that most of the vaxx-drive around the world, especially in the Global North, will be completed or is expected to be completed soon. The report – an extrapolation…
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Could exterminate BILLIONS if not stopped in the next year. This is a red alert for humanity. We have less time remaining than you might think. I’ve done some rough math, and it’s beyond alarming. It spells the end of human civilization if we don’t stop the vaccine holocaust in the next 365 days. As estimates and projections show below, as long as “clot shot” covid vaccines are being administered around the world, about ten million people each day are being put on an irreversible countdown to vaccine death. For each day that these vaccine shots continue, in other words, roughly ten…
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PRESS STATEMENT The press statement by PROF UDENTA O. UDENTA, a Patriot, Political Thinker and Founding National Secretary of Alliance for Democracy (AD), addresses three significant issues of national concern; the End-Hunger Protests, the overall State of the Nation, and Hon Yakubu Dogara’s inexplicable descent into the Infernal Regions via his hate speech that is capable of unleashing violence in a section of the country… THE END HUNGER PROTESTS Sure they are hurting, may be more than many other national groups, but with the strong belief that they will be exceptionally treated harsher than others as was done to the…
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The presidency of the United States has often seen a stark contrast between leaders who are viewed as “deep state beholden” and inclined toward military intervention, and those who are seen as more independent, advocating for peace and diplomacy. This distinction, while not always clear-cut, highlights significant differences in their approaches to foreign policy, driven by varying degrees of influence from the so-called “deep state”—a term often used to describe the entrenched bureaucratic and military-industrial complex within the government. Presidents described as “war-mongering” tend to pursue aggressive foreign policies, often aligned with the interests of the military-industrial complex. These presidents…
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The United States has a long and complex history of collaborating with various regimes, including Nazi, fascist, and communist governments, when it served its geopolitical, economic, or strategic interests. This pragmatic approach to foreign policy often meant setting aside ideological differences in favor of perceived national interest. Before World War II, several American companies, such as IBM, Ford, and General Motors, maintained business relationships with Nazi Germany. These economic ties contributed to the German economy, even as the Nazi regime pursued its militaristic and genocidal policies. Following the war, the U.S. initiated Operation Paperclip, secretly bringing over 1,600 German scientists,…
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Who are the Beneficiaries of American wars? First published on June 12, 2023, this article by Professor Joseph Chung provides us a carefully documented history of America’s Perpetual War. Introduction Former American President Jimmy Carter said in 2018 that in America, there were 226 years of wars since its independence which took place 242 years ago thus leaving only 16 years of peace. Since WWII, there were 32 American military conflicts involving dozens of countries. Some of these military conflicts have lasted for over twenty years and some others are still continuing. In other words, the U.S. is a country of perpetual war.…
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The Ukrainian government will face “ramifications” for attacking Russia, the ex-president has said Ukraine is certain to face retaliation for its large-scale offensive on Kursk Region last week, former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev has said. Speaking at a meeting of the ruling United Russia party on Tuesday, Medvedev, who is the party’s chairman as well as heading Russia’s Security Council, weighed in on Ukraine’s attack on Kursk Region, which has become Kiev’s largest assault on Russian territory since the outbreak of the conflict. Moscow has called the assault a provocation, accusing Kiev of indiscriminate strikes on civilians. While affirming that Russian…
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Tehran blames West Jerusalem for last month’s assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in the Islamic Republic’s capital. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reiterated his country’s intention to punish Israel for its “aggression,” over what he called the “cowardly” assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran in late July. In a phone call with the Vatican’s secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, on Monday, Pezeshkian said the assassination violated ”all humanitarian and legal principles,” and that Iran “has the legitimate right” to retaliate. Israel has neither confirmed nor denied involvement in the killing. Haniyeh, who was the militant group’s chief negotiator in indirect Gaza ceasefire talks…
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As Nigeria grapples with numerous governance challenges, the call for a return to a regional system of government has gained significant momentum. This system, which Nigeria practiced before the 1966 military coup, was marked by substantial regional autonomy. It allowed the different regions to govern themselves effectively, leveraging their unique resources and cultural strengths to drive development. Revisiting this model today is not only rooted in historical precedent but is increasingly seen as a necessary step to address the current inefficiencies and challenges facing the nation. During the pre-1966 period, Nigeria was divided into three main regions: the Western, Eastern,…
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Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and most populous nation, stands at a pivotal moment in its history. Decades of relationships with Western powers have left the country trapped in a cycle of exploitation and underdevelopment, raising questions about the value of maintaining the status quo. As the BRICS bloc (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) expands, Nigeria has an opportunity to realign its foreign and economic policies by joining this emerging global power structure. Such a move could help Nigeria break free from Western dominance and unlock its potential for sustainable development. Since gaining independence from Britain in 1960, Nigeria’s…
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The BRICS countries, where almost half of the world’s population lives, are emerging as the main driving force of the world economy. It is widely noted that the rates of economic growth in the BRICS countries continue to significantly exceed the world average. The total area of the countries of the association occupies more than a third of the Earth’s territory and almost half of the planet’s population lives in them. The total GDP of the group already exceeds that of the countries of the Group of Seven and will increase in the future. BRICS participates in the formation of…
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Rather than being leaderless, contemporary African protests are being steered by a leadership no one saw coming. When the #EndSARS agitators presented their list of demands to the Nigerian authorities in late 2020, many were surprised to see the negotiating team headed by twenty-eight-year-old David Adeleke, ‘Davido’ to his millions of followers. A popular entertainer and larger than life presence on social media, Davido is not your typical protest leader, and, from all accounts, was not politically active as a university undergraduate. Yet, what Davido may have lacked in terms of political apprenticeship, he more than made up for with his status…
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