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Aug
07
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
National Assembly Takes Up Petition for Comrade Ntari Hassan Danladi’s Release

National Assembly Takes Up Petition for Comrade Ntari Hassan Danladi’s Release

Column, Opinion, Social Issues
A petition concerning the detention of Comrade Ntari Hassan Danladi has been brought before the National Assembly, sparking renewed calls for his unconditional release. According to Jafaru Abubakar Mairiga, Secretary of the 2021 Special Committee on the Case of Comr. Ntari Hassan Danladi, a court judgment had previously ordered Danladi's release, but the Department of State Services (DSS) continues to hold him illegally. The case of Comrade Ntari Hassan Danladi has garnered significant attention, with his wife, Mrs. Caroline Markus, accusing the DSS and the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, of illegal detention. Danladi…
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Aug
02
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Religion as a tool for national development (2) – Byabiodun KOMOLAFE

Religion as a tool for national development (2) – Byabiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, Opinion, Politics, ,
The influence of the Beveridge Report can be seen in various initiatives worldwide, including Nigeria’s Free Education Programme in Western Nigeria and agricultural programmes in Eastern Nigeria, as well as the adoption of minimum wage concepts. The list is very long and cannot be fully stated here! As a Christian, I believe salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, but I’m troubled by the implications for people in countries with different dominant religions, such as India’s predominantly Hindu population (around 79.8%) or Japan’s significant Shinto and Buddhist populations. This raises a concern: in countries like Japan (approximately 1-2% Christian), China…
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Aug
02
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
People’s Champion: Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu’s Commitment to Community Development

People’s Champion: Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu’s Commitment to Community Development

Abia State, Column, Metro, News, Opinion, Politics, , , , ,
Bende, Nigeria August 2, 2025 Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu emerges as one of Nigeria’s most influential political thinkers and philanthropists, with insights and political maneuvers that redefine leadership and governance in contemporary Nigeria, particularly in the Southeast. In an era marked by socio-economic challenges and a demand for political renewal, Kalu’s approach seamlessly integrates visionary thinking, community-centered values, and strategic innovation. At the core of Dr. Kalu’s leadership philosophy lies the Igbo maxim “Onye Ahala Nwanne Ya,” which translates to “let no one leave their brother behind.” This powerful principle fuels his unwavering commitment to humanitarian outreach and grassroots…
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Jul
26
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Nigeria to Showcase Artistic Brilliance at Prestigious Abu Dhabi Art 2025

Nigeria to Showcase Artistic Brilliance at Prestigious Abu Dhabi Art 2025

Column, Cultural Heritage, Metro, News, Politics, ,
Abuja, Nigeria – July 2025 – Nigeria’s contemporary art scene takes centre stage at the prestigious Abu Dhabi Art 2025, as the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy unveils a landmark cultural collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi. Through this global engagement, Nigeria reaffirms its leadership in Africa’s creative economy and showcases the vibrancy, depth, and innovation of its artistic community on a world-class platform. As part of the Ministry’s visionary Nigeria Everywhere initiative, which promotes the global visibility of Nigerian creativity, this special showcase titled “Nigeria Spotlight” will present seven pioneering…
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Jul
23
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
“When Things Fall Apart: The End of Nigeria’s Failed Ideology”

“When Things Fall Apart: The End of Nigeria’s Failed Ideology”

Column, News, Opinion, Politics, , , ,
By Amb Aliyu Bin Abbas In the annals of African history, Nigeria was once held up as a beacon of hope, a land of promise, and a testament to the possibility of unity in diversity. It was an ideology that fueled the dreams of many, both within and beyond its borders. But today, as we stand on the precipice of a shattered dream, it's become painfully clear that Nigeria, as an ideology, has crumbled. For years, the Nigerian state has proven itself to be little more than a fiction a grand illusion that promises prosperity but delivers despair. It's a…
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