Amos Oge Kalu, Author at OHAFIATV

Aug

23

2024

Comedian AY and Reality TV Star Phyna Lament Frustration of Being Nigerian

Economy, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Metro, OpinionEconomy, Lifestyle, Metro, Opinion

Popular comedian AY (Ayodeji Richard Makun) expressed his frustration with the difficulties of being a Nigerian, stating that it "gets tougher and tougher by minutes." Reality TV star Phyna (Josephine Ijeoma Otabor) also shared her concerns, specifically regarding the recent increase in Nigerian passport fees. She questioned the justification for the hike, noting that the Nigerian passport is often disrespected globally. Phyna wrote, "Increasing the price of our passport, which is barely respected in some countries, making us feel like we're nothing... This country has fallen flat. Nothing good seems to be happening." Both AY and Phyna's comments reflect the…

Aug

23

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

President Tinubu Returns from France, Set to Swear in New Chief Justice

News, PoliticsBola Ahmed Tinubu, Court, Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu arrived back in Abuja on Friday, August 23, 2024, after a brief official visit to France. He landed at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 2:25 am. Later today, President Tinubu will formally appoint Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun as the new Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) at the State House Council Chambers. This ceremony will mark the official transition from Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who recently retired. The National Judicial Council (NJC) recommended Justice Kekere-Ekun for the position during its 106th meeting on August 15. The swearing-in ceremony was confirmed by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on…

Aug

23

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

See Lavish Spendings Under Tinubu’s Administration That Has Sparked Outrage

Lifestyle, News, Opinion, PoliticsBola Ahmed Tinubu, Economy, Lifestyle, Opinion, Politics

The Bola Tinubu administration has faced criticism for its extravagant expenditures, including the purchase of a new presidential jet, a yacht, and other luxury items. Despite the country's economic challenges and high inflation rate, the government has allocated billions of naira for these lavish purchases. The new presidential jet, an Airbus A330, cost over $100 million, replacing the 19-year-old Boeing B737-700. The government secured approval for the purchase, but many Nigerians have expressed outrage, calling it insensitive. Additionally, the administration proposed N5 billion for a presidential yacht in the 2023 supplementary budget, which was later diverted due to public backlash.…

Aug

23

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Enugu Resident Recounts Harrowing Experience of Narrowly Escaping from Herdsmen

Metro, NewsCrime, Enugu State, Herdsmen, Insecurity, Security

A resident of Eziama Aguobu-Owa in Enugu State's Ezeagu Local Government Area has shared his terrifying experience of being kidnapped by herdsmen. According to Sahara Reporters, the man was accused of killing a cow and was almost slaughtered before making a miraculous escape. The victim explained that while he was being held by the herdsmen, his wife and son managed to escape and ran back to their community to report his abduction. "My wife and son escaped and came to make a report that I was seized by herdsmen inside the bush," he said. Unaware that his family had already…

Aug

22

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Questions Critics’ Intentions Towards Tinubu Amid Aircraft Controversy

NewsNigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Politics

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE - NEW AIRCRAFT: "DO THEY WISH TINUBU EVIL OR HARM?" In light of recent events surrounding the purchase of the Airbus A330 business jet for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Ohanaeze Ndigbo wishes to address the concerns and criticisms raised by opposition political leaders. It is important to note that the decision to acquire a new aircraft for the President was made with the safety and security of our country's leader in mind. The tragic incidents involving the untimely deaths of former Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Malawi's Vice President Dr. Saulos Chilima serve as a stark…