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Oct

23

2025

‘When I’m done with Nigeria, then I can die in peace’ — IPOB Leader Takes on Nigeria In Court, Alone

Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Current Events, Lifestyle, News, Social IssuesCourt, Freedom, IPOB, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu

Nnamdi Kanu, the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has made a dramatic decision in his ongoing treason and terrorism trial—he will be defending himself in court.This move has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s legal and political circles. On Thursday, October 23, 2025, Kanu stunned the Federal High Court in Abuja when he announced that he would represent himself after his entire legal team, led by Senior Advocate Kanu Agabi, withdrew from the case. They cited Kanu's decision to “take the case back from them.” A Bold Move: Kanu Takes Control In a defiant courtroom appearance, Kanu stated,…

Oct

21

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

TSUNAMI: Abia North; A Time To Upgrade – The E.C.K. Factor

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The term "Jungle" has taken on a new meaning as the stage is set and the environment has reached its peak of intensity. The recent entry of Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu into the race has sent shockwaves through Abia North over the past week. This tactical grassroots mobilizer and catalyst for disruption in the political landscape, both in Arizona and Nigeria, has reportedly caused an old contender to panic, stating, "I will relocate in February to deliver… and myself." This reaction is a clear sign of fear. E.C.K. is committed to bringing accountability, as evidenced by his over 30 years…

Oct

19

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ekiti, Oct 27: Date with destiny! – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbiodun KOMOLAFE, Opinion, Politics

The allegations of contrived mayhem in the State of Ekiti are an acknowledgement that desperation has taken root in the quest to gain entrance into Oke Ayoba. This is ominous, but it also reveals the infantile elements in Nigeria’s political paradox, where one addresses a daunting reality, not with a countervailing strategy, but with stones and missiles. Indeed, without relying on scientific opinion polls, it is absolutely clear that unseating the incumbent government will be quite a task. For a start, those snapping at his heels within his own party and the opposition have run out of tricks. But they’re…

Oct

18

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Osun: A cause for concern! – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbiodun KOMOLAFE, Ekiti State, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Osun State is currently in the grip of paralysis, crippled by a malfunctioning government that has turned project management into a farce. A review of recent projects reveals a glaring lack of focus and an alarming managerial ineptitude. Yet, the people of Osun are enduring with remarkable patience – a fortitude that tells a story. Elsewhere, such a situation would have long since erupted into turmoil, making their restraint all the more commendable. The core function of the State, as articulated by the tenets of the Social Contract, rests on its ability to guarantee the security and welfare of its…

Oct

17

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Chidiebere Okoh, Slams Aviation Minister Keyamo Over Comments on Orji Uzor Kalu

Column, News, Opinion, Politicschidiebere okoh, Nigeria, Opinion, Orji Uzor Kalu, Politics

Chief Chidiebere J. Okoh, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State and a close ally of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has strongly criticized Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, over what he described as “unguarded and disrespectful comments” directed at the former governor. Chief Okoh, speaking in Umuahia on Friday, expressed disappointment at Minister Keyamo’s remarks, stating that Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s track record in both politics and the aviation sector speaks for itself. “It is disappointing and unacceptable for a federal minister like Festus Keyamo to address Senator Orji Uzor Kalu in such an…