Nigeria Archives - Page 81 of 332

Sep

10

2024

Igbos Are Not The Problem Of Nigeria – AIM Replies Prof. Ahmed Bako

Metro, News, OpinionMetro, Nigeria, Odo Ijere, Opinion

Being a release by Abia Infrastructure Mandate (AIM) in response to Professor Ahmed Bako's inaugural lecture titled "The Igbo Factor in the History of Inter-Group Relations and Commerce in Kano: Opportunities and Challenges Revisited" Preamble:A pan Igbo infrastructure development think tank, Abia Infrastructure Mandate (AIM) has punched holes in the just presented "inaugural lecture" by Professor Ahmed Bako of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in Kaduna State wherein he went overboard distorting and manipulating history and contemporary events to justify inherently prone Igbo-toxic verses and narratives in his lecture presentation characteristic of igbophobic conspiracies of zenophobia content emanating from sections of…

Sep

08

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

AmakaGate: Canada Encourages Nigeria Government to Address Ethnic Conflicts Through Dialogue

Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionCanada, Metro, Nigeria, Opinion

The Canadian government has urged the Nigerian government to resolve its internal ethnic and tribal conflicts through peaceful means. This call came after a recent interaction between Canadian authorities and a Nigerian national, Amaka, who was invited for questioning following a report filed by the Nigerian government. Amaka presented video evidence to the authorities, alleging threats against the Igbo people in Nigeria by individuals from other communities. After reviewing the evidence, the police determined that no further action was necessary and released her without charges. The Canadian government took the opportunity to emphasize the importance of peaceful conflict resolution, encouraging…

Sep

07

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Beyond the barrel: The tourism imperative (1) – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Business, Column, Economy, Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionAbiodun KOMOLAFE, Business, Economy, Nigeria, Opinion

Nigeria is at the moment in a precarious position, teetering like a heavy toddler due to the instability of its monocrop economy. The country’s heavy dependence on crude (not even refined) petroleum exports exposes a cumulative effect of defective political economies and the complacency of the ruling elite “who have been trained as to how not to think”. It also reminds one of the stage-like observations of Robert Nester Marley, that “in the midst of water, the fool goes thirsty”. Nigeria's reliance on oil can be diversified, but the elite's mindset stands in the way. A notable example is Mexico's…

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

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…