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Aug

01

2024

Hon. Chief Ebin Kalu Urges Nigerians To Keep Hope Alive As August Begins.

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, Metro, News, OhafiaEbin Kalu, Lifestyle, Metro

In a heartfelt message to mark the beginning of August, Hon. Chief Ebin Kalu Orji, fondly known as Chief Obia, has encouraged Nigerians to remain hopeful and optimistic about the future. "See what the Lord has done," Chief Obia said, reflecting on the blessings and mercies of the past month. "Let's keep hope alive and trust that the month of August will bring more fulfillment to you and your family." The respected leader's words of encouragement come at a time when many Nigerians are facing various challenges. Chief Obia's message serves as a timely reminder to stay positive and focused…

Jul

30

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Progressively Shameless: Of ORO, Protesters Against Protest, Dissociaters And The Tinubu Presidency.

Column, Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsBola Ahmed Tinubu, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Nwaokobia Jnr, Opinion, Politics, Security

When some citizens during the last General Elections decided to desecrate ancestral values, norm and tradition by deploying the ORO Traditional programmatic to stop Nigerians of other ethnicity from Voting in Lagos and or mobilizing to stop President Bola Ahmed Tinubu then a candidate from winning the Presidential election, little did they know that the gods would be angry. More than one year into the Tinubu Administration, it is apparent that the government lacks direction. As a Mystic and one vast in Metaphysics I can boldly say that the gods are angry. And rather than appease the gods, they have…

Jul

29

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tinubu Aide Challenges Peter Obi to Lead Protesters in Person

Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsBayo Onanuga, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Peter Obi, Politics, Security

Bayo Onanuga, an aide to President Bola Tinubu, has issued a statement calling on Peter Obi to take an active role in the upcoming protests. Onanuga suggested that Obi, who has endorsed the planned demonstrations, should openly lead the protesters, just as Tinubu and President Muhammadu Buhari did in the past. Onanuga's statement comes as the country prepares for a 10-day nationwide protest against economic hardship, scheduled to begin on August 1. Obi's endorsement of the protests has sparked debate, with some calling on him to take a more visible role in the movement. By challenging Obi to lead the…

Jul

28

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Commends Matawalle, Ribadu for Efforts to Protect Ndigbo and Nigerians Amidst Potential Protests

Metro, News, PoliticsCrime, Insecurity, Metro, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Politics, Security

July 28, 2024 The current unrest in Nigeria has sparked widespread apprehension, particularly among Igbo residents in the North and Southwest states. In response, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, applauds the Minister of State for Defence, Hon. Bello Matawalle, and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for their dedication to curbing the politically motivated nationwide protests. Ohanaeze Ndigbo previously advised Igbo residents to abstain from participating in the forthcoming protests, aligning with its core principles of peace and advocating for calm amidst turbulent times. The organization assures Ndigbo at home and in the diaspora that stringent security measures…

Jul

28

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigeria Army Dismisses 6 Soldiers For Allegedly Fleeing Boko Haram Attack

Metro, NewsArmy, Insecurity, Metro, Security

Abuja, Nigeria - The Nigerian Army has dismissed six soldiers from its service for allegedly abandoning their posts during a Boko Haram attack in Damboa, Borno State, last month. The soldiers, attached to Operation Lafiya Dole, were said to have fled the scene after running out of ammunition, resulting in the deaths of over 10 comrades. A military source revealed that the dismissed soldiers withdrew from the battlefield due to inadequate arms and ammunition, making it impossible for them to combat the insurgents effectively. The source criticized the punishment, arguing that the soldiers' actions were justified given the circumstances. This…