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Jun

29

2025

Celebrating the New Udumeze of Ohafia: Ezieogo Amb. Uka Uba Anya, Ph.D.

Abia State, Cultural Heritage, Lifestyle, Metro, News, Ohafia, SponsoredAbia State, culture, Ohafia

We joyfully announce the enthronement of His Royal Paramountcy, Ezieogo Amb. Uka Uba Anya, Ph.D., as the latest Udumeze of Ohafia. The selection and coronation process was steeped in tradition, with the Kingmakers, Nde Imaga Uwa, performing the sacred anointing ceremony (Isuyi Nzu Ishi). The Elu community is abuzz with excitement as Ohafia parade and celebrate their new Udumeze, proudly showcasing the rich cultural heritage.As the Ebiri of Elu, Ezieogo Uka Uba Anya embodies the values and traditions of the land. We extend our warmest congratulations to His Royal Paramountcy, Udumeze of Ohafia, on this momentous occasion. May his reign…

Jun

27

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Kenyan Court Declares Nnamdi Kanu’s Abduction and Rendition to Nigeria Illegal

Metro, NewsBiafra, Freedom, Kenya, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu

Awards ₦120m in Damages A High Court in Nairobi, Kenya, has ruled that the 2021 abduction and forced rendition of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), was unlawful and unconstitutional. The court declared that both the Kenyan and Nigerian governments grossly violated Kanu's fundamental human rights. The court found that Kanu's abduction, detention, and transfer to Nigeria without due process breached international and domestic human rights standards. As a result, the Kenyan government has been ordered to pay Kanu 10 million Kenyan shillings, approximately ₦120 million, in damages for violating his constitutional rights. The court declared…

Jun

27

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

2027: Ohanaeze Ndigbo Warns Tinubu To Address Hunger & Insecurity Or Forget Second Tenure Bid

Column, Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Opinion, Politics, Seyi Tinubu

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE - 26TH JUNE 2025 The Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the preeminent Igbo sociocultural organization, feels a profound obligation to deliver this Urgent and crucial message to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. We are compelled to unveil an undeniable and uncomfortable truth: the All Progressives Congress (APC) is precariously positioned as it approaches the 2027 elections. If the Federal Government continues to dismiss the alarming warnings concerning extreme poverty, pervasive hardships, and escalating insecurity, the consequences will be dire. Mr. President, it is critical to acknowledge that Nigerians are enduring overwhelming suffering. If their grievances remain unaddressed, a revolt against…

Jun

26

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Of The Mortally Scared And Confused APC And The Emergent Coalition 2.

Column, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAll Progressives Congress, Chris Nwaokobia, Nwaokobia Jnr, Opinion, Politics

What will make the President and the Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces defecate in public, if not mortal fear and confusion? What was that stuff about Alex Zingman a 57 or 58 year old Belarusian, how could he attend the Chicago State University with Mr President when he perhaps was only 12 or 13 years old when Mr President was in Chicago? Assuming but not conceding to the fact that he did, because some soulless APC defenders and jesters may argue that he was indeed Mr President's classmate and Schoolmate, why is Alex Zingman's name not in the Guinness Book…

Jun

24

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigeria Launches Revolutionary Digital Platform to Showcase Cultural Heritage, Creativity and Tourist Attractions

Column, Cultural Heritage, Lifestyle, Metro, News, SponsoredMetro, Nigeria

PRESS RELEASE The new interactive website positions Nigeria as a premier global destination for arts, culture, and tourism. LAGOS, NIGERIA, 19th June – The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy proudly announces the launch of www.nigeriaeverywhere.com, a groundbreaking digital platform that showcases the nation’s rich cultural heritage, exceptional talent and tourism potential. This digital gateway to Nigeria represents a significant milestone in the Ministry’s ambitious drive to position Nigeria as a leading global destination for arts, culture, entertainment, and tourism by 2030. Nigeriaeverywhere.com offers visitors an immersive journey through Nigeria’s cultural landscape and serves as the…