Opinion

Hon. Ben. Kalu’s Mark on SEDC is Indelible; Onoh Should Not Distort History, say Okoh.

Hon. Ben. Kalu’s Mark on SEDC is Indelible; Onoh Should Not Distort History, say Okoh.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Abia State, Chief Chidiebere J Okoh, has reacted to the recent attempt by Dr. Josef Onoh to undermine Hon. Benjamin Kalu's contributions to the South East Development Commission (SEDC) which he says is a desperate and misguided effort to rewrite history. He reiterated that as the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Kalu played a pivotal role in ensuring the passage of the SEDC bill, and his leadership and commitment to the region's development are a matter of public record. "Contrary to Onoh's claims, Hon. Kalu's efforts were instrumental…
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Ohafia L.G.A Chairmanship: Meet Labour Party Retinue Of Aspirants: The Okamu Question, Part 1

Ohafia L.G.A Chairmanship: Meet Labour Party Retinue Of Aspirants: The Okamu Question, Part 1

As the Ohafia Local Government chairmanship race heats up, the ruling Labour Party in Abia State is grappling with the crucial decision of selecting the ideal candidate for the position. Amidst the intense politicking, a strong advocacy has emerged, urging the party to consider Okamu Ward in Ohafia South for the coveted seat. The clarion call is rooted in the principles of equity, fairness, and balance for progress, as Okamu Ward has never produced an elected chairman of the local government, while other wards have repeatedly held the position. This move is seen as a strategic effort to promote inclusivity…
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Igbos Are Not The Problem Of Nigeria – AIM Replies Prof. Ahmed Bako

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

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

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

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

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

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…
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