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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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In life, some are born stupid, and they will die stupid. Some are not born stupid, but they become stupid by choice and association. As a general principle of life, when something happens once it can be presumed to be a coincidence. If the same pattern is repeated, it becomes a conspiracy. Only an idiot will still classify it as coincidence. If the same pattern happens a third time you can be sure it is an agenda. But idiots will not understand that because they are incapable of reasoning and decoding details. One senseless character occupying the office of President,…
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There’s something about persecution that does two things to a people: it either breaks them, or it makes them beasts of survival. For centuries, they were hunted, hated, and humiliated by empires. But they didn’t vanish. They evolved. They adapted. And today, the Jews are arguably the most powerful tribe in the world economically, intellectually, and politically. Ruthless when necessary. They are unapologetic about their survival. Now, look at the Igbo. A tribe known for industry, resilience, and brilliance. A people who just want to live, do business, and thrive. But Nigeria doesn’t want that. Nigeria wants control. Nigeria wants…
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When hurricanes strike cities, when earthquakes devastate remote regions, when floods turn drylands into inland seas, what if it’s not just “Mother Nature” anymore? Weather is no longer just weather, it’s a weapon. And the war has already begun. “Climate Instability” or Climate Warfare? The term “climate instability” is the softened face of something far more sinister: geoengineering, weather manipulation, and possibly, weather weaponization. What was once dismissed as “conspiracy theory” is gaining uncomfortable traction in mainstream scientific, military, and geopolitical discussions. Weather warfare dates back to World War II and has evolved through Cold War experimentation into today’s high-frequency…
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A New Power Play, or Just Another Masked Empire? In a development that could reshape geopolitics in the Middle East, former U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly backing away from the long-standing U.S.-Israeli neocon alliance centered on the concept of a “Greater Israel.” The implications are seismic. Trump’s team is quietly engineering a neo-colonial pivot, a strategic withdrawal from supporting Israeli territorial expansion in exchange for transforming Gaza into a U.S.-controlled territory. Yes, you read that right. Gaza, that battered strip of land long besieged by Israel, now risks becoming an American satellite, not a free Palestinian homeland. What Is…
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On May 16, The Washington Post reported that all 100 U.S. Senators signed a letter to U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres, demanding an end to what they claim is the “entrenched bias against Israel” within the United Nations. The letter insists that Israel be treated “neither better nor worse than any other U.N. member in good standing.” But one must ask:What does “good standing” mean when measured against decades of war crimes, occupation, land theft, ethnic cleansing, and defiance of international law?The Senators appear to be living in a parallel universe. A Brief Reminder from the United Nations Charter The founding…
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The economy of organised crime thrives because kidnap for ransom has become the oil well of bandits. From all indications, the more ransom government pays, the more criminals are emboldened to unleash mayhem on hungry, neglected and vulnerable populations across the country, Chris Kwaja No truth can cure the sorrow we feel from losing a loved one. No truth, no sincerity, no strength, no kindness can cure that sorrow. All we can do is see it through to the end and learn something from it, but what we learn will be no help in facing the next sorrow that comes…
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“Instead of politicians, let the monkeys govern the countries; at least they will steal only the bananas!” Have you ever encountered someone who staunchly defends a politician, leader or public figure regardless of the controversial statements they make. I am sure we have seen those devotees who passionately praise their chosen idols despite obvious flaws, in logic and judgement. Let ask you this, have you ever been baffled by why an otherwise intelligent friend follows a pundit who routinely argues against public interests or why someone routinely excuses a callous wealthy businessman’s policy by pointing to their wealth as proof…
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Unpopular Opinion There’s a concern that Nigeria could soon become a one-party state, not by law, like in China, but through subterfuge – or in legal terms, de facto – similar to Cameroon, Uganda, Equatorial Guinea, or even Rwanda, where the ruling parties are inflicting a slow, painful death on the opposition. Those who express this concern have given many reasons. The clearest and most troubling, it seems, is the wave of defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) that has depleted the main opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Wave after wave Apart from Federal lawmakers from Osun to…
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Nigerians (and Africans) believe so much in the supernatural. They are easily swayed by anything they consider supernatural. That is why the moment charlatans call themselves medicine men, sorcerers, or men of God, they easily get clients. All it takes is to organise one awe-inspiring event that can be arranged with some collaborators, and many are wowed at the power of such a person. The person is rewarded with money and regular consultations. One strange way of proving that a sorcerer is powerful is by listing the harm he has caused, not the great things he has done to advance…
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PERSPECTIVE: You know, it’s funny when people hear that Pope Leo XIV has a math degree, taught physics, and wrote a thesis on monastic leadership. They act like it’s some wild plot twist. But here’s the truth: the Catholic Church has been low-key obsessed with education for over 2,000 years. Since the Renaissance, nearly every pope has had doctorate-level qualifications. Benedict XVI had five. Cardinals today practically need PhD-level expertise to even get a seat at the table. Pope Leo XIV isn’t an outlier; he’s the latest chapter of a very old book where faith and reason walk hand-in-hand. This…
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Delivered by, Hon. Chimazuru Nnadi-Oforgu, Duruebube Uzii na Abosi, http://www.oblongmedia.net Honoring the Life and Legacy of Chief (Hon.) Dr. Chris Chigoziri Asoluka: “Okwuruoha” A Life of Excellence, Integrity, and Service In the quiet hours before midnight on the 9th of May, 2025, the curtain fell on an extraordinary life. We gather today with heavy hearts but with profound gratitude to celebrate the luminous journey of Chief (Hon.) Dr. Chris Chigoziri Asoluka, a statesman, scholar, mentor, family patriarch, and towering figure in Nigeria’s political and economic evolution. His was a life dedicated to the service of humanity and the relentless pursuit…
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In an unprecedented moment in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States has been elected as the new “Vicarius fiili dei” (The appointed representative of Jesus Christ on earth), marking the first time in history that an American will serve as the spiritual leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. The white smoke billowed from the chimney atop the Sistine Chapel at approximately 6 p.m. (local time) in Vatican City on Thursday, signaling to the world that a decision had been reached by the College of Cardinals. The age-old ritual, deeply steeped in…
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In June 2022, Bola Ahmed Tinubu stood before a crowd in Abeokuta and delivered one of the most politically potent declarations of the Fourth Republic: “Emi Lokan”, “It is my turn.” It was not just a cry of ambition but a demand for what he believed was due to him from the ruling establishment which he instrumentaly midwifed. It was the culmination of years of loyalty, sacrifice, political strategy, and kingmaking. Tinubu went for the jugular, took on the APC establishment that sought to derail his ambition, and reminded Nigerians that he had helped birth the Buhari presidency. Today, Tinubu…
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Lets provoke the thoughts There is a growing undercurrent in Nigeria’s political landscape that remains largely unspoken yet laden with potential to redefine the country’s trajectory, one that involves the possibility of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu handing over to Peter Obi in 2031 as a calculated act of legacy, reconciliation, and Southern unity. In a nation long plagued by sectionalism, broken alliances, and a North-dominated center, such a transition would not only be unprecedented but potentially revolutionary. The idea, though speculative, demands a sober and strategic analysis given the stakes involved in the Igbo quest for the presidency and the…
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As Nigeria inches toward the 2027 general elections, political realignments are already underway. One of the most contentious possibilities emerging is the idea of Peter Obi, the face of Nigeria’s youth-driven political reawakening, becoming a running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar once again. While such a pairing may appear politically expedient, especially for defeating a ruling APC candidate, the implications for the long-sought Igbo presidency are profound and must be dissected carefully. The Strategic Argument: Why It Could Make Sense The Strategic Folly: Why It May Backfire Only Worth It If Certain Conditions Are Met If Obi must…
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Introduction. In September 2017, the Nigerian government officially proscribed the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and declared it a terrorist organization. This move has been heavily criticized as politically motivated and disproportionately harsh, especially given the group’s initial strategy of nonviolent agitation for the self-determination of the Igbo people and other Eastern Nigerians. The proscription followed years of mounting tension, systemic marginalization, and a militarized crackdown on civil dissent. Today, as U.S. officials meet openly with groups like Miyetti Allah, a Fulani socio-political group linked to several farmer-herder conflicts, it raises a fundamental question: Why has there never been a…
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Resetting the Standard. Restoring the State. Power must rotate. It is the unambiguous turn of Owerri Zone to produce the next governor, in line with the Charter of Equity. Justice demands it. Unity requires it. Fairness cannot be sacrificed on the altar of ambition. Governance is not a poverty alleviation scheme. Only candidates with demonstrable success in enterprise, administration, or public service should be considered. Those who failed in business or politics must not be allowed to use Imo as a springboard for personal recovery. Every candidate must produce a detailed, practical, and visionary manifesto, and defend it in public…
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It is with a sense of duty to historical truth and equity that i am compelled to respond to the publication authored by Prof. Nnamdi Obiaraeri, titled “Facts Are Sacred! Why Voting At The Imo Governorship Election In 2007 Was Suspended”, in which he claims, among other things, that Chief Martin Agbaso was not a legitimate candidate in the 2007 Imo governorship election and could not have won. That assertion, while neatly cloaked in legalese and judicial references, is a masterclass in selective amnesia, convenient logic, and brazen distortion of events known to the majority of Imolites. 1. Martin Agbaso…
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As the race to 2028 silently begins to gather momentum in Imo State, an alarming pattern is rearing its head, the very pattern that has held Nigeria hostage for decades: a parade of unqualified, opportunistic, and self-serving individuals scrambling for power, not to lead, but to loot. Imo State, like most Nigerian states, is once again at risk of falling into the hands of those whose sole ambition is to control the monthly federal allocations running into billions of naira, with zero vision, no blueprint for development, and no track record of public service.From touts to sycophants, from political errand…
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Nigeria is standing on a blood-soaked knife’s edge. What began as seasonal migration by nomadic Fulani herdsmen has spiraled into one of the most underreported insurgencies in the world today, a slow, methodical campaign of terror, ethnic displacement, and land seizure. As armed Fulani militias extend their reach from the Sahel through the Middle Belt and now deep into Nigeria’s South, one question becomes too urgent to ignore: Is Nigeria heading for a Rwanda-style genocide, and is disintegration the only viable path to peace? The Fulani, or Fulbe, a widely dispersed West African ethnic group traditionally known for nomadic cattle…
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David Hundeyin recently posed a question that exposes an uncomfortable truth about U.S. conduct in Nigeria. Imagine the Chinese ambassador in Washington, D.C., meeting openly with extremist groups like the Proud Boys or the Ku Klux Klan. The U.S. government would see it as an act of provocation, even war. Yet, the U.S. embassy in Nigeria routinely holds meetings with questionable groups and claims it is “normal diplomacy.” The double standard could not be clearer. Subversion Has a Long History From the 1960s through today, the United States has consistently prioritized its own strategic interests in Nigeria, often at the…
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Fellow Imolites, “Equity Delayed is Justice Denied: 2027 Is the Turn of Owerri Zone, Let’s Complete the Circle!” Duruebube. At critical moments in history, a people must choose between perpetuating injustice or embracing equity; between repeating mistakes or setting a new, honorable precedent. Today, we are again at such a crossroads in Imo State. And the choice before us is clear:It is time, long overdue, for Owerri Zone to produce the next governor of Imo State in 2027. This is not a matter of sentiment.It is a matter of justice, equity, unity, and survival of the political soul of Imo…
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Another civil war in Nigeria has become imminent and inevitable. The reason for its inevitability is simply because Muhammadu Buhari, the Northern Nigeria Fulani oligarchs and the wider network of Fulani in Sub-Saharan Africa have concluded plans to adopt Nigeria as the homeland for all Fulani in Africa. Fulani have realised that the wandering and rootless lifestyle of cattle herding is no longer tenable in the twenty-first century. Fulani need to have land to call home and rear cattle and that land should be Nigeria. The indigenous peoples of Nigeria have clearly, vehemently and stridently opposed this diabolic plan and…
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Introduction: A Glorious Past Betrayed There was a time when the governorship seat, not just in Imo State but across Nigeria, was reserved for men of character, competence, and conscience.In the days of Dee Sam Mbakwe, Jim Nwobodo, Aper Aku, Solomon Lar, Pa Michael Ajasin, Lateef Jakande, Bola Ige, Melford Okilo, Clement Isong, Bisi Onabanjo, Abubakar Barde, Balarabe Musa, and Abubakar Rimi, governance was a sacred trust. It was about service, about uplifting the lives of the people, and about leaving behind a legacy of hope. Dee Sam Mbakwe, though a member of the opposition NPP, became known as “The…
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Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio and Argentina’s “Dirty War” Millions of Catholics are mourning the passing of Pope Francis I. After having courageously pronounced his last words Buona Pasqua (Happy Easter) on Easter Sunday, he blessed the crowd of thousands of people from his balcony. A powerful message was read on his behalf: “There can be no peace without freedom of religion, freedom of thought, freedom of expression and respect for the views of others,” From the inception of his Vatican mandate in March 2013, Pope Francis I has been portrayed by the international community as a left leaning champion of “Liberation Theology” committed to World peace…
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Nigeria’s governorship seats have become a tragic comedy of errors, where the worst elements of society, touts, thugs, illiterates, sycophants, and outright criminals, now compete fiercely for power, not to serve the people, but to loot and oppress.An office that once symbolized leadership, vision, and development has been reduced to a cash-grabbing enterprise where merit is irrelevant and the people’s will is an afterthought. As we coast toward 2027, desperation for governorship positions has reached an all-time high.The reason is simple: In Nigeria, governors wield near-absolute control over state resources with minimal checks. They control local government funds, award contracts…
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Opposition political parties, especially the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and the Labour Party (LP), are bleeding as some of their prominent members have dumped their platforms for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Concerned by the wave of defections to the APC, the PDP, NNPP, and the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) have accused the APC-led Federal Government of exploiting state resources to coerce their members and other politicians into switching allegiance. In response, the APC welcomed the defectors and dismissed the claims from the PDP and NNPP as unfounded, asserting that politicians…
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As Nigeria prepares for a long-overdue population and housing census almost two decades after the last exercise in 2006, there is widespread acknowledgment of the importance of such an endeavor. The benefits of accurate demographic data for national planning, economic development, healthcare delivery, and education cannot be overstated. However, while the need for a credible census is undeniable, it is equally important to ensure that the process is not undermined by political bias or sectional interests. The current composition of the Presidential Committee on Population and Housing Census raises concerns that must be addressed for the exercise to succeed. The…
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I want to begin with history.Most people have heard the phrase “Too little, too late,” but very few know the origin of that phrase and what it was actually created to describe. In the 1930s–40s, the world moved on precariously and dangerously, teetering and staggering on the path of self-destruction. The wicked were on the march, full of courage and conviction, while the righteous majority were racked with indecision, fear, selfishness, and utter indifference. The forces of tyranny were on the rise, making dramatic gains, while there was no courage or political will on the other side to challenge them.…
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In an age where world leaders appear to wield power and nations pretend to be sovereign, one question remains disturbingly unanswered: Who really runs the world? The truth is that the greatest decisions about our lives, economies, currencies, wars, and freedoms are made not by elected officials, but by an entrenched network of old-money banking dynasties, global corporations, and international institutions. This elite web, often referred to as the globalist cabal or deep state, includes the “Four Horsemen of Banking”: Bank of America, JP Morgan Chase, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo. These banks are deeply connected with the “Four Horsemen of…
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In 2025, the return of Donald J. Trump to the U.S. presidency is not merely a domestic political drama, it is a global tremor threatening to shake the very foundations of a system long dominated by unaccountable financial cartels. As Trump resumes his war against the entrenched globalist order, it’s worth remembering the warnings of Thomas Jefferson who, over two centuries ago, described this banking elite as a “systematic plan of reducing us to slavery.” This global banking elite, led by the Rothschild-backed Eight Families, continues to operate largely in the shadows, controlling vast networks through central banks, multinational corporations,…
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In an age where world leaders appear to wield power and nations pretend to be sovereign, one question remains disturbingly unanswered: Who really runs the world? The truth is that the greatest decisions about our lives, economies, currencies, wars, and freedoms are made not by elected officials, but by an entrenched network of old-money banking dynasties, global corporations, and international institutions. This elite web, often referred to as the globalist cabal or deep state, includes the “Four Horsemen of Banking”: Bank of America, JP Morgan Chase, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo. These banks are deeply connected with the “Four Horsemen of…
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In a move that may well go down as a turning point in modern economic history, the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) has reportedly expanded the reach of the digital RMB (e-CNY) to encompass full cross-border settlement capabilities with the ten ASEAN nations and six key Middle Eastern economies. If verified and fully operational, this signals that up to 38% of the world’s trade volume could now be routed outside of the U.S.-controlled SWIFT system, heralding what The Economist aptly described as the “Outpost Battle of Bretton Woods 2.0.” While the SWIFT network, cornerstone of U.S. financial dominance, still grapples…
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In a move that could shake the very foundations of the shadow global economy, the U.S. government has launched an unprecedented global campaign to invalidate, expose, and destroy illicit U.S. dollar holdings. Under the newly enacted “Global Corruption Accountability & Dollar Sanitization Act,” the Treasury Department is executing a full-spectrum offensive targeting black market dollar reserves, unregistered offshore cash accounts, and the vast web of hidden physical currency stored in vaults, bunkers, and real estate safes around the world. This is no bluff. “If your dollars aren’t clean, they’re trash,” a senior Treasury official declared, signaling that the era of…
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Tinubu has become an unabashed chauvinist. It’s a hard watch. It doesn’t bode well for national unity. Tinubu’s critical appointments have become the most lopsided in the history of this country. A Yoruba is the police Inspector General. A Yoruba is the EFCC Chairman. A Yoruba is the Head of the DSS. A Yoruba is the Attorney General. A Yoruba is the Chief Justice of the Federation. And Tinubu, a Yoruba, is the President and overseer of all instruments of coercion. The entire criminal justice system is in the hands of one ethnic group. For so long, the Afenifere was…
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What many fail to grasp, either out of ideological bias or media-induced amnesia, is that America’s decline didn’t begin with Donald Trump. It was carefully orchestrated over decades by a parade of presidents who served not the American people, but a shadowy network of elite global interests. From George H.W. Bush to Clinton, Bush Jr., Obama, and now Biden, each of them loyally advanced a globalist agenda that enriched international conglomerates, outsourced American jobs, and left America’s middle and working class behind. These were not patriotic governments. They were puppet regimes, executing orders from globalist overlords through a deeply entrenched…
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The Presidency has officially responded to rising concerns and criticisms that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is disproportionately favouring the South West in his political appointments since assuming office. This comes in the wake of a pointed critique by Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South in the National Assembly. Speaking during a television interview, Ndume argued that the president’s appointments have violated the federal character principle enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution, which mandates equitable representation of all regions. The senator insisted that President Tinubu’s pattern of appointments appears to skew heavily in favour of the South West, his home region,…
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With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, the Ogbako Owerri Zone Worldwide mourn the passing of a distinguished son, an elder statesman, a beacon of industry and humility, Ndaa Paschal Dozie. Ndaa Paschal was not just a titan in Nigeria’s business landscape, but a proud son of Owerri zone, whose legacy of excellence, mentorship, and philanthropy uplifted countless lives. His contributions to economic development, entrepreneurship, and community service will remain etched in our hearts. We mourn not just the loss of a great man, but the closing of a chapter in the story of our people, a chapter filled with wisdom,…
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In recent years, the stir over tariffs and trade imbalances has reignited an important conversation: Africa’s enduring economic subjugation to Western powers. As countries on the continent confront tariffs, sanctions, and trade restrictions, often dictated by international institutions or foreign governments, an opportunity has emerged for introspection and resistance. This moment, marked by discontent and recalibration, may be the catalyst for Africa’s long-overdue economic emancipation. Africa accounts for roughly 17% of the world’s population yet contributes only 3% to global GDP and a paltry 2.3% to global trade. This imbalance is not accidental. It is the result of a post-colonial…
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When the present President was a ‘mere’ senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu boldly stated on the floor of the Senate that he did not believe in Nigeria. But the same Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu is NOW the President of the Nigeria he did not believe in. Why is that so? It may be because it is “our turn”, as he infamously told an all Yoruba audience before his swearing in that it was ‘EMILOKAN’. And when Nyesom Wike was the Governor of the oil rich Rivers State, he once told a television interviewer, with an…
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President Donald J. Trump’s bold decision to impose tariffs across the globe has sent shockwaves through the international economic system, but behind the media hysteria lies a calculated, long-term strategy. Rather than being the reckless move many critics claim, this so-called “global trade war” is a seismic correction, a reset of an unfair world order that has exploited American industry, weakened national sovereignty, and emboldened strategic rivals. Trump’s approach marks the definitive end of an era of unbalanced globalization and signals the dawn of a new multipolar world, one in which America no longer sacrifices its strength at the altar…
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“It is not titles that honour men but men that honour titles.” Sometimes in the 1980’s or 1990’s a troubling fact came to light from a retired army officer based on statistics to the effect that Nigeria has the highest number of retired generals in the world. Much more than Israel, Soviet Union, United States etc., and other nations involved in heavy military combat. I think it was the late Joe Garba who said it but can’t remember precisely now. That was about 30 years ago. With the gale of retirements every time government changes baton in the last few…
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Nigerians, prepare for a constitutional showdown.Almost nine months after the Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling granting full autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 local government areas (LGAs), a new storm is brewing, state governors are openly resisting compliance, placing grassroots democracy and development on life support. An investigation by Oblong Media has uncovered a coordinated effort by several governors to block local governments from opening accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), a critical step toward receiving federal allocations directly, as mandated by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court’s Ruling: A Milestone Ignored In a historic judgment hailed as a…
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STOP THE LOOTING OF OUR LAND, OR WE WILL DEFEND IT OURSELVES To:Governor Hope Uzodimma Imo State Ministry of EnvironmentMinistry of Mines and Natural Resources Imo State Environmental Protection Agency (ISEPA) All relevant state and federal environmental and mineral resources regulatory bodies We, the undersigned Concerned Citizens of Ihiagwa and Nekede Communities, write this with a heavy heart, growing outrage, and a deep sense of betrayal. We issue this as a stern public outcry and warning to the sand dredging operators destroying our lands, and to the Imo State Government, whose deafening silence and suspected complicity is enabling this environmental…
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Agnes Yewande Savage, a daughter of a Nigerian father from Abeokuta and a Scottish mother, was the first woman in West Africa to train and qualify as a medical doctor. She was also the first West African woman to earn a university degree, graduating with first-class honors in medicine at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1929 at the age of 23. Yewande Savage was a pioneering figure in African medical history, breaking barriers in a profession that was, at the time, overwhelmingly dominated by men and largely inaccessible to Africans. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, on February 21, 1906, Savage…
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Oblong Media Unlimited Special ReportApril 2025 By Oblong Media Investigative Deskhttp://www.oblongmedia.net A quiet yet potentially consequential reshuffle has taken place within the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and it’s raising critical questions among watchers of West African geopolitics and energy diplomacy. The Appointments That Sparked Concern In a surprise move, the leadership of Nigeria’s oil behemoth, NNPCL, was overhauled: Musa Kida was appointed as Chairman of the Board. Olufemi Oladapo Ojulari took the helm as the new Chief Executive Officer. On the surface, these appear to be routine corporate leadership changes. But here’s where it gets interesting, and politically…
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By Hon. Chimazuru Nnadi-Oforgu Imagine a football match where the striker selects the referee. Now imagine the same striker is also the team captain, coach, and owner of the stadium. Welcome to Nigeria’s version of democracy. That is exactly what happens every election cycle in Nigeria, a sitting president handpicks the very individual or team who will oversee an election he, or his anointed successor, is contesting. It is constitutional. But it is morally indefensible. And if this system remains untouched before 2027, political parties must summon the courage to boycott the election in protest. A Dangerous Constitutional Loophole Section…
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For nearly half a century, a U.S. military confrontation with Iran has lingered just beneath the surface of global geopolitics. Since the 1979 Iranian Revolution toppled Washington’s ally, the Shah, and replaced him with an Islamic Republic vehemently opposed to U.S. imperialism, relations between the two nations have been characterized by hostility, suspicion, and periodic flare-ups. While there have been brief moments of covert or indirect cooperation, the geopolitical reality is clear: Washington and Tehran have consistently found themselves on opposite sides of nearly every major Middle Eastern conflict. Historically, Republican administrations have adopted a more aggressive posture toward Iran,…
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It is not for nothing that Section 47 of the Constitution prescribes several roles for the legislature, including checking the excesses of the executive. That is why the legislators are seen as true representatives of the people. But the critical question, is where is the legislature, the National Assembly in all these? What are the lawmakers doing to prevent Tinubu from crashing this democracy? Have you noticed the trend by appointees and foot soldiers of the President Bola Tinubu in dismissing anyone who expresses doubts on the state of affairs in the country? Such dissenting voices are called out and…
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Dear Imo Lawmakers,Dear Owerri Zone representatives in the Senate and Federal House of reps,Dear Governor Hope Uzodimma,Dear Commissioner for Works, The silence is deafening. The neglect is damning. While the Imo State House of Assembly recently passed a unanimous motion directing the Ministry of Works to remobilize contractors to the abandoned Awo-Omamma–Okwudor road, we, the people of Ihiagwa, Nekede, Obinze, and surrounding communities, are left asking one urgent question: Why can’t the same be done for the completely abandoned Nekede–Ihiagwa–Obinze road? WHERE ARE OUR REPRESENTATIVES? Where is the member representing Owerri West in the Imo State House of Assembly? Where…
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…Moves to Block Diversion of Public Funds …Raises Five Thematic Areas to Check Corruption in Accounting System The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has vowed to prosecute any local government official caught engaging in corrupt practices as the new local government fiscal autonomy takes effect nationwide. The warning was issued by ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu, at the unveiling of the Accountability and Corruption Prevention Programme for Local Governments (ACPP-LG) in Abuja on Thursday. The initiative is aimed at preventing corruption across the 774 local government areas (LGAs) in the country. As part of the new…
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On Friday Morning, I will open an account at a Sterling Bank Branch in Abuja to reward the bank for removing transfer charges, which other banks have refused to do. In 2020 and 2023, I called on the CBN and President Tinubu to ease the burden on Nigerians by stopping the hidden, exploitative charges Nigerians face in the banking system. They didn’t act. But Sterling Bank did. They walked away from ₦13.56 billion in transfer charges—4.13% of their total revenue—to give Nigerians breathing room. Let that sink in:They gave up over ₦13 billion from transfers alone. Other banks could, too—but…
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25th March 2025 Open Letter to Ms Ursula Gertrud von der Leyen, President of European Commission. Madam President, This pipeline augments Europe’s energy diversification efforts by providing alternative to Russian gas; thus, safeguarding energy security for Europe. We are Ijaws and as Ijawland hosts majority of Nigerian oil and gas fields, we have vested interest in the success or failure of this project. Below is an overview of history of the project and anatomy of threats it poses. Our observations (a) Under the Buhari government, 20 farm settlements were razed in Eha-Amufu communities of Enugu State and over 123 Igbos…
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For decades, Nigeria has been trapped in a vicious cycle of hopeless elections, manipulated results, and imposed leaders. While we often focus our rage on individual politicians, parties, and external actors, we continue to overlook the very institution that makes all this possible: INEC, the Independent National Electoral Commission, a name that has become more of a national insult than a democratic pillar. INEC is the root of Nigeria’s democratic decay. Period. Every four years, Nigerians turn up in hope, queue in the sun, vote in faith, only to watch INEC shatter their dreams with brazen manipulation, technical sabotage, and…
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Once again, the so-called champions of democracy in Europe have shown their true face, an elite club determined to suppress dissent, manipulate institutions, and crush any populist movement that threatens the status quo. The recent Paris court ruling banning Marine Le Pen from running for President in 2027 is not just a legal decision, it is a blatant political assassination. Le Pen, a fierce advocate of national sovereignty, secure borders, and common-sense patriotism, is being smeared and sidelined under the guise of financial impropriety. The charge? Allegedly misusing EU funds, a favorite playbook of the Eurocrats in Brussels when they…
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Rt. Hon. Emeka Nkem Ihedioha turned 60 on March 24, 2025. Nigeria has found itself at a crossroads, grappling with deep questions about leadership, values, and the future of democratic governance. It was fitting, then, that a colloquium and dinner was scheduled in Abuja to honour this son of Mbutu Mbaise, not just for attaining a milestone age, but for the political mileage he had covered and the ideals he represents. In a country often plagued by political showmanship and ideological hollowness, Ihedioha has offered a different script: one of consistency, capacity, and principled resilience. His journey, from a young…
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Introducing Prince Chima Nnadi, a yet-to-be-discovered artistic genius on the brink of global recognition. Unlike many rappers and singers, Prince is reserved yet sociable, carrying himself with a quiet confidence that sets him apart. Coming from a middle upper-class background, he exudes refinement, discipline, and creative brilliance, qualities often associated with true genius. The son of popular media entrepreneur and controversial blogger Hon. Chimazuru Nnadi-Oforgu, Prince is making significant strides in the UK music scene. At just under 26, he has already established himself as a sound engineer, rapper, and producer, working tirelessly under his music label and identity, PRNC…
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The Storm is Here, But Our Leaders Sleep The tragic incident in Uromi, Edo State, where local vigilantes took matters into their own hands against suspected terrorists, has reopened an uncomfortable but urgent question: What is the South-East doing to protect itself? While we all condemn extrajudicial killings in any form, we must not allow selective outrage to blind us to the deeper issues. Vigilantes acted because the state failed. A people abandoned will always find a way to survive. The Yoruba Are Ready. What About Us? The South-West has shown foresight. Amotekun, local intelligence, political unity, whether one likes…
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The hallowed chambers of Nigeria’s 10th Senate recently descended into a disheartening spectacle—one that laid bare the fragility of our collective memory and the perils of politicizing history. At the center of this travesty was a motion to immortalize the late Professor Humphrey Nwosu, former chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC), whose stewardship of the 1993 presidential election remains an indelible chapter in Nigeria’s democratic journey. That this motion was dismissed under the flimsy guise of “procedural breaches” and spurious claims of “controversy” is not merely a legislative failure; it is an affront to the very ideals of integrity,…
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As part of the Horizon Future Leaders series of interviews, we are connecting with the music industry’s next generation of leaders to gather candid advice and insights into their career journeys. This week, we caught up with Michelle “Mish” Nnadi, Global Asset Coordinator for Warner Music’s Global Sync Department. From getting her start through Small Green Shoots’ Short Sharp Shot Programme to securing a key role at a major label, Mish’s journey is a testament to the power of early career opportunities, networking with intention and staying ahead of industry trends. She shares why having a holistic understanding of the…
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There’s a dangerous tendency in public discourse to blame Nigerian lecturers for the poor quality of graduates flooding the labor market. It’s easy to point fingers at those standing in front of the classrooms without pausing to examine the crumbling foundation beneath their feet. A recent conversation between friends laid bare this blame game, but a closer look at the hard facts reveals a different, more complex, and far more damning truth. Nigerian universities are not just underperforming; they are hemorrhaging at every level. The real tragedy lies not in the supposed inefficiency of lecturers but in the institutional rot…
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In a move that has reignited global intrigue and shaken the corridors of both American and Israeli power, Donald Trump’s decision to release the long-classified John F. Kennedy assassination files may be far more than a transparency gesture, it may be a strategic bombshell in a geopolitical chess game. While Trump’s loyal base sees him as a maverick nationalist, his recent actions are beginning to expose deeper currents beneath the surface, ones that challenge the longstanding narrative of American foreign policy and Israeli immunity in Washington. From his first term, Trump positioned himself as a disruptor, a president who vowed…
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