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Politics › Re: The Access Code: Herbert Wigwe And The 106-property Ghost. by Bigkoko(op): 10:26am On Mar 30
Stop censoring my posts and comments. I didn't break any rules, besides ruffling the feather rogue elements and their entrenched puppies here on nairaland
Politics › Re: The Architecture Of Silence: How The West Outsources Corruption. by Bigkoko(op): 10:21am On Mar 30
Please censoring my comments. Thy are well thought off and did not in anyway broke any rules beside ruffling the feathers of crooks and their entrenched puppies on Nairaland!
Politics › The Architecture Of Silence: How The West Outsources Corruption. by Bigkoko(op): 1:33pm On Mar 29
The Architecture of Silence: How the West Outsources Corruption.

There is a popular myth that corruption is a uniquely African language, a "Third World" pathology. But if you look closely at the mechanics of global finance, you will see that corruption is actually a collaborative masterpiece—a deliberate system designed and maintained by Western powers to groom and absorb the wealth of nations like Nigeria.

Consider the absurdity of the "fraud check." If you return to Nigeria with a UK debit card and try to spend a mere £10 at a local shop, your UK bank will likely flag it instantly. They will block the card, demand verification, and treat that tiny transaction with the utmost suspicion in the name of "security."

Yet, look at the other side of the coin. Figures like the late Herbert Wigwe and his associates could oversee the transfer of Nigeria’s wealth—accumulated through complex webs of systemic corruption—into the heart of the British economy to purchase over 100 luxury properties. When billions of pounds move from a developing economy into the London real estate market, the red flags suddenly disappear. The sirens of the anti-money laundering units go silent.
This is not an accident; it is an intentional grooming process. The "Oyibo" system knows exactly where this wealth comes from. They understand the socio-economic source of the billions pouring into their banks and property markets. They don't just "fail" to see it—they turn a deliberate blind eye because that capital fuels their own growth, stabilizes their markets, and builds their cities.
The hypocrisy is breathtaking. They are experts at absorbing the loot, welcoming it with open arms and zero questions. But as soon as the traffic is reversed—as soon as a small-scale individual tries to move a fraction of that money back—they suddenly remember every screening process in their books. They become the moral arbiters of "transparency" only when the money is leaving their shores.

We must stop blaming only the African leaders who carry the bags. Those who deliberately turn their countries into "safe havens" for the proceeds of corruption are often worse than the corrupt leaders themselves. They provide the vault, the legitimacy, and the incentive. Without the UK and other Western financial hubs acting as the world’s most sophisticated laundromats, the scale of theft in Africa would be impossible.
Corruption isn't just a local failure; it is a global business model where the West provides the infrastructure and the silence. You can quote me anywhere.
Politics › Re: Igbo Theft : Anioma And Other Nonsense by Bigkoko: 1:18pm On Mar 29
Delta Central has no tribe living there, right?

My problem with you lots is probably lack of education or poorly educated., it seem. You read and without digesting the full information, vrooom you dey go comment.

I said, "ONSHORE".

Is any surprise you opposed the glaring fact that Anioma land has the most "ONSHORE" oil capacity, but quickly and true to expectation, wants them glued with y'all in an unworking State!

FSBoperator:
Why do you lie so shamelessly?

Delta Central and South is were all the major oil wells are located
Politics › Re: Igbo Theft : Anioma And Other Nonsense by Bigkoko: 4:45am On Mar 29
Delta didn’t site its capital at Asaba….. Rtd General Ibrahim Babagida, former military president of Nigeria, whose wife is from Asaba, created Delta state from old Bendel state & sited the capital at Asaba for two significant reasons:
1. His wife is from Asaba, part of the western Igboiod subgroup called Anioma.
2. 40 - 60% of all onshore oil production in Delta state comes from Anioma region.

See the creation of Delta State like the creation of Nigeria by lugged, as a creation consummated with bedroom talks!

And he claims to speak for other tribes! Mhmm??

quote author=dvdwed post=138892837]It's the land that belongs to Delta state, the people can choose to come from anywhere.

Having migrated from the war and continuous unrest in the South East and were welcomed and enjoyed the peace of the Delta.

Delta sited it's capital in Asaba, invested hundreds of billions of oil money and tax in Asaba.

This is the bitter truth Igbos have not been told... all other tribes consider them as usupers.

To dream of it shows why South South can never be part of the Biafra thing.

Kill that false hope.

Anioma is like Biafra, it can never happen even in a billion years.[/quote]
Politics › Re: The Access Code: Herbert Wigwe And The 106-property Ghost. by Bigkoko(op): 10:47am On Mar 28
To illustrate why the acquisition of 106 prime UK properties by a single individual—even a top-tier African banker—defies standard financial logic, we have to look at the math through the lens of Debt-to-Income ratios, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) triggers, and Capital flight.

In the world of high finance, there is "rich," and then there is "Sovereign-level Wealth." The latter usually requires a "front.

The Math of Impossibility: A Conservative Break-down
Let’s use a conservative average price for a "prime" UK property (considering London, Surrey, and Hertfordshire where these portfolios usually sit). We will set the average at £1.5 million per property (roughly $1.9M USD).

1. The Gross Portfolio Value
106 Properties × £1.5M = £159,000,000 ($201 million USD).

Note: In "Prime" London (Mayfair, Knightsbridge), a single flat can easily cost £5M–£20M. Using £1.5M is being incredibly generous to the "legitimacy" argument.

2. The "Legitimate" Income Gap
As the CEO of Access Bank, Herbert Wigwe’s disclosed annual compensation (salary, bonuses, and dividends from his direct shares) was substantial by Nigerian standards, but even at an estimated $5M–$10M USD per year, the numbers don't track:To buy a $200M portfolio in cash, he would have had to save 100% of his gross salary for 20 to 40 years, paying zero taxes and having zero living expenses.
Access Bank’s rapid expansion occurred mostly in the last decade. The timeline simply doesn't allow for that much "clean" capital accumulation.

3. The Mortgage/Leverage Barrier
Standard UK banks require a Deposit (Down Payment) of at least 25% for foreign investors. 25% of £159M = £39.75M cash upfront. To service the mortgages on 106 properties, the rental income would need to cover the interest plus a "stress test" of 125–145%.

The AML Wall: For a Nigerian PEP (Politically Exposed Person), UK banks perform "Enhanced Due Diligence." No standard UK bank would approve 106 individual mortgages for one man without a clear, audited trail of the original "Seed Capital.

"The Three Pillars of "Unpardonable" Suspicion
Factor Reality Capital Origin.

The Reality for a "Legit" Banker.
Profits from banking are tied to dividends and stock value. Selling enough stock to buy 106 houses would trigger a massive drop in Access Bank's share price.Money is moved in "bulk" from state treasuries or "special projects" into offshore shells.KYC/AML"Know Your Customer" rules flag any transfer over $10k. Moving $200M into UK real estate requires "Sovereign" level bypasses

The "Front"
High-level political protection allows funds to bypass traditional Nigerian central bank controls.

Concentration Risk
No sane billionaire puts 100% of their "extra" cash into 106 mid-to-high tier houses in one foreign country. They diversify .Real estate is the classic "laundry" choice because it's a tangible asset that holds value even if the "Front" disappears.

This isn't just "success"; it is a financial anomaly. When a banker owns more prime London real estate than most UK institutional REITS (Real Estate Investment Trusts), the conclusion for any accountability advocate is clear: The assets were likely held in trust for the "Invisible Hands" of the Nigerian political class. Wigwe wasn't just a banker; he was the custodian. By holding these 106 properties in his name, he provided a "clean" face to "dirty" money. But with his sudden passing, the "Front" has collapsed, and the UK government is the only one standing to inherit the spoils of Nigeria's stolen wealth."In the arithmetic of corruption, 1+1 never equals 2. It equals a helicopter crash and a forfeited portfolio
Politics › The Access Code: Herbert Wigwe And The 106-property Ghost. by Bigkoko(op): 10:08am On Mar 28
When the news broke that Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son had perished in that helicopter crash in the California desert, the world saw a tragic end to a banking dynasty. As the MD/CEO of Access Bank, Wigwe was the face of an aggressive, border-crossing financial empire, snapping up smaller banks across the continent like a predator in a suit.

But for those of us who look past the press releases, something didn’t sit right.

The "Front" Phenomenon.

Wigwe was "well-exposed"—a veteran of the financial sector. But there is a difference between being a successful banker and being a billionaire property mogul on a global scale. Recent reports from The Londoner suggest a staggering reality: 106 prime properties in the UK alone. Let that sink in. This isn't just "wealth"; it’s a portfolio that rivals institutional real estate firms.

In the Rwanda Diary, I often talk about the "Invisible Hand" of intelligence, but we must also talk about the "Invisible Hand" of the Frontman. In the Nigerian political space, the smartest political rogues don’t keep the money in their own names—they use "clean" bankers or churches to laundry-wrap their loot. Was Herbert Wigwe the architect of his own fortune, or was he the ultimate custodian for a class of corrupt politicians and drug kingpins?

Was he murdered by those who had access to these released information? Was he deliberate on flying with his wife & child, believing the "unseen hand" of those corrupt fellows or even "The State" will spare him?

The UK’s "Windfall"

Here is the bitter irony for Nigeria: The UK just got a little richer. Under current British laws—specifically Unexplained Wealth Orders (UWOs)—if a portfolio of that magnitude cannot be tied to legitimate, taxed income, the state moves in.

Because Herbert is no longer here to "explain" or defend the source of those funds, the path is cleared for the UK government to seize those assets. The Nigerian people lose twice: once when the money was siphoned out of the country, and again when it is permanently absorbed by the British treasury.

Is anyone following the Late General Jeremiah Useni UK property case in the the UK? Its slowly moving towards find forfeiture! Again the Brits wins here.

The Unpardonable Risk

Just like the IPOB failure we discussed earlier, this shows an abysmal lack of long-term security. If you are holding the "black box" of a nation's elite, how do you end up in a helicopter in a storm?

Whether it was a tragic accident or a "clean-up" operation to ensure the secrets of those 106 properties never went to court, one thing is clear: In the world of rogue politics, being the "Front" is the most dangerous job in the world.

The "miracle" of Access Bank might just turn out to be the biggest money-laundering takedown in history.

Written by Group MD/CEO,
Bigkoko

Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op):
The Cabo Delgado Checkmate: When the EU Stopped Paying the Tab
The headlines are finally catching up to the whispers I’ve been hearing in the corridors of Kigali: EU: No More Funding for Rwanda’s Military Mission in Mozambique — Le Monde.

For years, Rwanda was the West’s "security sub-contractor" in Africa. When the Islamic insurgency in Cabo Delgado threatened the $20 billion interests of TotalEnergies, Eni, and ExxonMobil, Kigali sent in the RDF. The European Union happily footed the bill with €20M tranches, viewing Rwanda as the disciplined force that could do what others couldn't.

But the Rwanda Diary just recorded a major plot twist.
For three years, the narrative was perfect: Rwanda was the "African solution to African problems," the efficient, disciplined force that stepped in where the UN and SADC faltered. They were the guardians of the gas—protecting the massive interests of TotalEnergies, Eni, and ExxonMobil in the insurgent-heavy Cabo Delgado.

But as of March 2026, the tap has been twisted shut. The EU has decided not to renew the €20 million support package.

The "Surprise Package" from the DRC
As the old saying goes, "You cannot set your neighbor's house on fire and expect your own to remain cool." The EU’s refusal to renew the military funding—as reported by Le Monde—isn't just a budget cut. It is a direct diplomatic blowback from Rwanda’s escalating involvement in the Eastern DRC.
While Kigali was guarding French gas in Mozambique, it was simultaneously being accused by the UN and the US of backing M23 rebels across its own border. The "beloved dictator" (as some call him) has finally found the limit of European "coherence." Brussels can no longer justify writing checks to an army that is being sanctioned by the US Treasury for destabilizing a neighboring sovereign state

The DRC Shadow
Let’s be honest: this isn't about Mozambique. This is about the "surprised packages" coming out of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

For years, the international community played a game of "blind-eye diplomacy"—praising Rwanda for securing gas fields in the South while quietly documenting its alleged "misadventures" with the M23 rebels in the West. But with recent U.S. sanctions hitting the RDF and the UN providing mountains of evidence regarding the pillaging of DRC’s mineral wealth, the EU finally found its moral (or perhaps just its political) compass.

The "Beloved Dictator’s" Dilemma
This puts the Kigali administration in a fascinating bind. Rwanda’s military is its greatest export—it buys diplomatic leverage and masks domestic critiques. By securing Cabo Delgado, Rwanda made itself indispensable to France and Italy.

But you can only play both sides of the fence for so long. The EU’s refusal to fund the mission is a signal that the cost of Rwanda's involvement in the DRC now outweighs the benefits of its security work in Mozambique.

The Oil & Gas Vacuum
This leaves the titans—TotalEnergies and ExxonMobil—in a precarious spot. They relied on the "Rwandan shield" to keep the jihadists at bay. Now, that shield has no international refueling.

The Irony: The very minerals and resources Rwanda is accused of "eyeing" in the DRC have now cost them the legitimacy (and the cash) to protect the resources in Mozambique.

The Fallacy: This "misadventure" proves that you can’t run a professional mercenary-style state for the West while playing a 19th-century expansionist game in your own backyard.

My Take for the Rwanda Diary:
Diary Takeaway:
The era of the "blank check" for Kigali is ending. The EU is pivoting toward humanitarian aid for Mozambique rather than direct military payments to Rwanda. For a regime that prides itself on "First Principles" and modular efficiency, this is a systemic failure. They overplayed their hand, and the "Invisible Hand" of international finance is withdrawing.

The "miracle" is getting expensive. And as the DRC conflict continues to bleed Kigali’s diplomatic capital, the Mozambique mission might just be the first domino to fall.
The "miracle" is beginning to fray at the edges. When you position yourself as the continent's elite "security-for-hire" service, your reputation is your only currency. If the EU—traditionally Rwanda’s most "patient" partner—is pulling the plug, it means the "Invisible Hand" we discussed earlier has finally been caught in the cookie jar of the DRC.

The question now is: Will Rwanda stay in Mozambique to protect the gas on its own dime, or will it withdraw and let the "Islamic State" return to Total Energies’ doorstep as a form of geopolitical blackmail?

Compiled by the CEO of Bigkoko Group.
Politics › Re: Nigerian Businessman Arrested In Malawi For Illicit Foreign Currency Possession by Bigkoko: 3:06am On Mar 28
Some of the foolishness our brothers do abroad!

You are well within your rights to have up to $10,000 physical cash when exiting any border, JUST THAT YOU HAVE TO DECLARE IT!

Declaring it is just filling a small paperwork, in fact making that declaration protects you in your destination,

I wonder why people dey munu like this, now dem go wan use this one behave like they are working!
Politics › Re: Simon Ekpa & The "Autopilot" Era Of Biafra: Why It Failed - The Finland Factor by Bigkoko(op): 1:51pm On Mar 26
The Leopard’s Ultimatum: Why the "Anambra Basin" Strategy Cannot Coexist with State-Led Bloodshed
For years, the discourse surrounding the Southeast has been trapped in a deliberate, reductionist loop. On digital platforms like Nairaland, the region is mocked as a "geographical dot"—a landlocked enclave with supposedly negligible oil reserves compared to the South-South. But to the "maniacal" decision-makers in Abuja and the international energy titans currently bidding on the 2026 NUPRC Licensing Round, the Southeast is no dot. It is a rebellious leopard sitting atop 30 trillion cubic feet of natural gas.

The warning recently issued by a former US Envoy to the Tinubu administration is not mere diplomatic posturing; it is a cold assessment of a "violent implosion" that is already in motion. The message is clear: Stop the killings, or watch the map rearrange itself.

The Gas Paradox
The tragedy of the Nigerian state is its "clueless" approach to its own survival. The government has declared a "Decade of Gas," pinning the nation’s entire economic recovery on the transition from crude oil to natural gas. To achieve this, they desperately need the Anambra Basin. They need the investment of companies like Seplat and Aradel; they need the "tight gas" technology that can turn the Southeast into the power plant of Africa.

Yet, you cannot build a multi-billion dollar gas infrastructure in a graveyard. You cannot attract the "silent giants" of the energy world to a region where "Sit-at-Home" orders—fueled by the perceived and real injustices of state-sponsored killings—have become the law of the land.

The Simon Ekpa Angle: A Symptom, Not the Disease
The rise of the "Simon Ekpa Angle" and the "Autopilot" era of Biafran activism is the direct result of this vacuum of justice. When a government treats a region as a "dot" to be suppressed rather than a partner to be engaged, it cedes authority to the loudest voice in the diaspora.

The current administration seems to believe that legal victories in Finnish courts against Ekpa will solve the "Biafra Restoration Project." They are wrong. While Ekpa sits in a cell in Lahti, the grievance remains mobile. If the killings of Nigerians in the Southeast and Middle Belt continue with impunity, the "violent breakup" the US Envoy warns of becomes less of a threat and more of a mathematical certainty.

The Stake for the Global Supply Chain
The "decision-makers" in Washington and Helsinki aren't worried about Nigerian unity out of sentimentality. They are worried about the jugular vein of global energy. The Southeast is the logistics hub for the South-South's oil and the primary source of the North's future energy.

If the Southeast implodes:

The Gas Master Plan dies: Nigeria remains in perpetual darkness, unable to power its own industries.

The Midstream Collapses: Pipelines carrying Delta crude to export terminals like Bonny become indefensible targets in a scorched-earth conflict.

The Refugee Crisis: A "violent breakup" of a nation of 200 million people would destabilize West Africa and Europe in ways the Syrian crisis never did.

The Verdict: Reform or Resign to the Breakup
The Tinubu government’s current trajectory is a masterclass in self-sabotage. They are auctioning off gas blocks in the Anambra Basin with one hand while presiding over a security apparatus that alienates the very people living on top of that gas with the other.

The "ordinary ones" can keep calling the Southeast a dot. But if the government does not heed this final warning to stop the extrajudicial killings and address the fundamental demands for equity, that "dot" will become the epicenter of an explosion that ends the Nigerian experiment as we know it.

The leopard is no longer just rebellious; it is cornered. And a cornered leopard does not negotiate; it tears the throat out of the status quo
Politics › Re: Simon Ekpa & The "Autopilot" Era Of Biafra: Why It Failed - The Finland Factor by Bigkoko(op): 1:50pm On Mar 26
Stop Ongoing Killings Of Nigerians Or Risk Violent Breakup,’ Former US Envoy Warns Tinubu Govt | Sahara Reporters https:///3Poy3V8 Former United States Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, Sam Brownback, has warned that Nigeria may face a violent breakup if the government fails to urgently halt the ongoing killings across the country.

Brownback issued the warning in a recent speech captured in a viral video, where he described the situation in Nigeria as reaching a “breaking point,” particularly for Christian communities.
According to him, Nigeria has become “deadly, if not the most deadly place on the planet to be a Christian,” stressing that the current trajectory is unsustainable and could trigger catastrophic consequences.

“Breaking point, stop the killings now or face a split of the country,” Brownback said.

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Politics › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary by Bigkoko(op): 4:46am On Mar 26
So we’re supposed to believe it’s just a coincidence that a Rwandan delegation ends up in the same hotel as the DRC First Lady? They show up in hoodies and sunglasses, looking more like arsonists, burglars, common tiefs, people trying to hide their identities than an official delegation—and somehow that’s meant to be normal? And a Rwandan serving Lt. Colonel leading them!

Let’s be honest: that explanation doesn’t hold. The reality is, you were exposed

Politics › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary by Bigkoko(op): 4:45am On Mar 26
Responses from Rwanda govt!

CLARIFICATION OF INCIDENT AT WASHINGTON DC HOTEL

An unarmed member of the security detail of a Rwandan VIP staying in a Washington DC hotel inadvertently encountered security agents of a DRC delegation in a hotel hallway accessible to all guests. Both delegations were staying at the same hotel.

The Rwandan detail member was briefly restrained from accessing the elevator by the DRC security agents, which was inappropriate and wrong behavior in a common area, but the matter was eventually resolved without further escalation.

Following this incident, the Rwandan party made a decision to change hotels, but were harassed and filmed by unknown persons as they checked out and departed. Despite this provocation, the Rwandan team was restrained and professional at all times, and carefully avoided any confrontation.

There has been gross misrepresentation of what transpired, including blatant dishonesty by the DRC Minister of Information in a press conference last night. These contemptible lies should be disregarded and condemned.
~ Rwanda in US
Politics › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary by Bigkoko(op): 4:44am On Mar 26
There are reports circulating about a disturbing incident in Washington, DC involving a Rwandan military officer, Lt. Col. Raoul Bazatona, allegedly attempting to access the hotel suite where the First Lady of the Democratic Republic of Congo was staying.

Let’s be clear: if even a fraction of this is true, it raises serious questions—not just about diplomatic conduct, but about how far state actors are willing to go beyond their borders.

Some sources are even suggesting this may have been a failed assassination attempt involving poisoning. That claim remains unverified, but the mere fact that it’s being discussed at this level should concern anyone paying attention to regional tensions.

Paul Kagame’s government has long faced accusations from critics and human rights organizations of targeting dissidents abroad, local residents and foreigners living in Rwanda.
In some diplomatic circles, there are persistent claims that certain Western diplomats have been pressured into softening their stance on Rwanda. The allegation is that compromising material—reportedly obtained during sexual escapades with young women allegedly linked to Rwandan intelligence—has been used as leverage. These claims remain unproven, but they continue to surface in political and diplomatic discussions.
While Kigali has consistently denied these claims, the pattern has been widely discussed in international circles.

If the Washington incident is confirmed to be more than a breach or intelligence misstep, it could mark a significant and dangerous escalation—potentially the first publicly known case involving a figure directly connected to another African head of state.

This doesn’t happen in a vacuum.

Pressure has been mounting on Paul Kagame’s government, particularly with reports that Donald Trump has pushed for Rwanda Defense Forces personnel to withdraw from eastern DRC by April 2026.

If true, that deadline signals a tightening geopolitical corner—and desperate environments often produce reckless actions.

Whether this incident turns out to be a misunderstanding, an intelligence failure, or something far more deliberate, one thing is clear: the Rwanda–DRC situation is no longer a distant regional issue. It is playing out on the global stage.

Like I once told a Rwanda Intelligence personnel, “when men fight, women and children should be let out of it” but trust me, they’re so shameless and lack honor. This incident yet serve as another reason a proper look into Kagame govt would be ideal, but who will go against the West beloved dictator in Africa?

If anything, a transparency, credible investigations by FBI, and restraint—before speculation turns into escalation, would make more sense. No leader deserve to have their wife poisoned on foreign soil.

Politics › Re: Simon Ekpa & The "Autopilot" Era Of Biafra: Why It Failed - The Finland Factor by Bigkoko(op): 9:04am On Mar 24
As of early 2026, the data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and industry geologists paints a very different picture of the Southeast’s strategic importance.

1. The Numbers: Gas is the New Oil
While the South-South owns the crude, the Anambra Basin (which covers much of the Southeast) is a gas powerhouse.

Proven Reserves: The basin holds between 10 to 30 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of proven natural gas reserves.

Potential Reserves: Some geological estimates suggest the untapped potential could reach as high as 50 Tcf.

To put that in perspective, Nigeria’s total national gas reserves are roughly 209–210 Tcf. The Anambra Basin alone could represent nearly 10–15% of the entire nation’s gas wealth.

2. Why "Decision Makers" Care (The 2026 Gas Master Plan)
In January 2026, the Nigerian government launched the National Gas Master Plan (NGMP 2026). This isn't just a document; it’s a survival strategy.

Decade of Gas: Nigeria is pivoting away from being an "oil nation" to a "gas nation" to drive industrialization.

The Southeast Hub: Because the Anambra Basin is onshore and close to major industrial hubs like Onitsha, Aba, and Nnewi, it is the most cost-effective place to build gas-to-power plants.

If the region is unstable due to "Sit-at-Home" orders or conflict, the 2026 Gas Master Plan fails. You cannot build pipelines or power plants in a zone where workers are afraid to leave their homes.

3. The 2026 Licensing Round
As of February/March 2026, the NUPRC has put 50 new oil and gas blocks up for bidding.

Frontier Basins: 15 of these blocks are in "frontier" basins, with a heavy focus on the Anambra Basin. The government is targeting $10 billion in new investment. Investors (the "decision makers"wink will not put billions into Anambra or Abia if they believe the "Simon Ekpa Angle" or other regional instabilities will lead to project delays or sabotage.

4. The Real "Leopard" Energy
The Southeast is called a "rebellious leopard" because it holds the key to Nigeria’s energy transition.

Crude oil pays the government's bills today.

Natural gas (from the SE) is what is supposed to power Nigeria's factories and electricity grid tomorrow.

When people on Nairaland call the SE a "dot," they are looking at 20th-century oil maps. When the "decision makers" in Abuja, Helsinki, or Houston look at the SE, they see the Anambra Basin—a massive, untapped battery that Nigeria desperately needs to stay functional.

I hope the above information helps someone today for tomorrow opinion!
Politics › Re: Simon Ekpa & The "Autopilot" Era Of Biafra: Why It Failed - The Finland Factor by Bigkoko(op): 6:17pm On Mar 23
DomPerignon:
The Stake: If Southeast Nigeria (where Ekpa’s "sit-at-home" orders were most effective) is unstable, it threatens the global supply chain and pricing of the very crude oil Anttonen’s business relies on.

OP, why you dey like to lie like this?

What is SE contribution yo Nigeria's oil production or their reserve levels sef?
YEs comment or, It is a fair question, especially given how "oil math" in Nigeria is often used to dismiss the Southeast's strategic value. On platforms like Nairaland, the "dot in a circle" comment (originally from a 2021 interview with President Buhari) is frequently used to imply the region is geographically and economically isolated. Sorry bruh for the brainwash....Never in my travels or research have I come across a South South geo-local, but I know Nigerians are innovative, just like the Oluwole thing.

However, the "rebellious leopard" label used by decision-makers isn't just about the volume of oil under the soil in the five SE states; it’s about geography, infrastructure, and systemic risk.

Here is the breakdown of why the Southeast is a "stake" in the global oil conversation, even if it isn't the primary producer.

1. The Production Myth vs. Reality
To your point: No, the Southeast is not the primary producer. * The Big Three: Delta, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom (South-South) produce the vast majority of Nigeria's crude.

The SE Contribution: States like Imo and Abia are consistent oil producers, but they contribute a smaller percentage (roughly 3-5% of total national output). Anambra was officially joined to the club of oil-producing states in 2022, but its production is still in the early commercial stages.

So why the fuss? Because the Southeast sits directly atop the Midstream Arteries.

2. The "Jugular" Effect (Infrastructure)
Oil isn't just about where it’s pumped; it’s about where it travels.

Pipelines: Major pipelines that carry crude from the hinterlands to the export terminals (like Bonny or Forcados) run through or graze the borders of the Southeast.

Logistics: The Southeast is the transit hub for the entire South-South and North-East. When "Sit-at-Home" orders are effective, the trucking and logistics for the oil servicing industry (spare parts, technicians, and specialized chemicals) grind to a halt. You can't run a rig in the Delta if the specialized valves stuck in a warehouse in Aba can't be moved due to a lockdown.

3. The "Contagion" Risk
To a global decision-maker (like the CEO of a multinational or a Finnish energy mogul), the Southeast is a risk barometer.

If the Southeast is unstable, the Nigerian military has to divert battalions from guarding oil manifolds in the Niger Delta to policing urban centers in the SE. You your self have seen how SE is militarized, pulling off soldiers who supposed to protect the North from terrorist, down to South East...lol. I tell you my friend, you lot don't understand how this game work, they who do, knows South East is the beautiful pride who won't want to be treated like they treat y'alll.

Security Dilution: Every soldier sent to quell a protest in Enugu is one less soldier protecting a Shell or Chevron pipeline from "bunkering" (oil theft).

The Sympathetic Strike: History shows that instability in the SE often "leaks" into the oil-rich Delta. The ethnic and political ties between the two regions mean that a fire in one often starts a smoke in the other. Read more about Isaac Adaka Boro and hthenfirst seccession atempt

4. Natural Gas: The Real Hidden Stake
While the world focuses on crude, Nigeria is pivoting to Gas.

The Southeast (specifically the Anambra Basin) holds some of the largest untapped natural gas reserves in Africa.

In a world looking for "transition fuels," the Southeast is no longer just a "dot"—it is the potential gas hub for the entire continent. If the region is in a state of "Sit-at-Home" or active insurgency, those multi-billion dollar gas projects stay on paper, not in the pipes.

The "ordinary" person sees the Southeast as a small piece of land. The "decision-maker" sees a choke point.

If the Southeast is "unstable," Nigeria's total production (currently around 1.4 - 1.6 million barrels per day) drops because the environment becomes too "hot" for investors and too difficult for logistics. To the global market, a 200,000-barrel drop in Nigerian production—caused by regional instability—can trigger a spike in global Brent Crude prices.

I hope you learn from the above submission!
Politics › Re: Simon Ekpa & The "Autopilot" Era Of Biafra: Why It Failed - The Finland Factor by Bigkoko(op): 6:01pm On Mar 23
Any threat to the flow of Nigerian crude—which fuels his current profits—is a threat to Mika's future green energy investments.

In the Finnish "power corridor," the Chairman of the company controlling 25% of Sweden's fuel supply has a very loud, albeit quiet, voice when speaking to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

But the Swedes are known to have a mind of their own when issues of Transparency, civilian harm and corporate malfeasance is brought to bear!

Will Shell & her partner entities go the way of Lundin Energy? Time will tell!
Politics › Simon Ekpa & The "Autopilot" Era Of Biafra: Why It Failed - The Finland Factor by Bigkoko(op):
This piece is for education purpose ONLY

For Research & Education purpose ONLY[/b]

For decades, the dream of a sovereign Biafra was a regional struggle within Nigeria. Simon Ekpa changed that by weaponizing the internet from a small apartment in Lahti, Finland. The "Simon Ekpa Angle" is not just about secession; it is a case study in digital-age insurgency, where a single individual can command a "sit-at-home" lock-down across five states in Africa while living as a citizen in Northern Europe.

He has never held a rifle on Nigerian soil, yet his voice can empty the streets of five states. From the quiet suburbs of Finland to the bustling markets of Aba, Simon Ekpa is either a liberator or a phantom—depending on which side of the 'Sit-at-Home' line you stand on.

In the world of high-stakes geopolitics and energy If we look at the situation through the lens of Realpolitik, the "math" you are seeing likely works like this:

1. [b]The Energy Dependency (The Shell Connection).

Shell PLC sold it’s subsidiary in Sweden to Finnish Billionaire Mika Anttonen, who re-branded the entity as ST1. Mika is a man who has a strange appetite for hockey and supports New York Rangers. He is the type that more likely wear a Jean and polo than a fancy suit and he does not see a future in the electric motor market too.

The high stake politiks entered gear 7 in 2024 when Nigeria Vice President Shettima, a man wdely believed to have Connections with Boko haram terrorist group operating from Borno state in Northern Nigeria, visited Sweden and was invited to tour Volvo plant in Gothenburg, coincidentally, i was also billed to attend a function at Same location via my company union invitation during the National Industrial Day. I stayed away from the funktion.

Mika Anttonen’s St1 doesn't just own gas stations; it operates a massive refinery in Gothenburg that processes roughly 30 million barrels of crude oil a year.

The Nigerian Link: St1’s supply partner, NEOT, explicitly lists Nigeria as a primary source for the crude oil that feeds their Nordic refinery.

The Stake: If Southeast Nigeria (where Ekpa’s "sit-at-home" orders were most effective) is unstable, it threatens the global supply chain and pricing of the very crude oil Anttonen’s business relies on.

2. The "Diplomatic Trade"

The timing of the Finnish judicial system’s sudden shift on Simon Ekpa is striking. For years, Nigeria complained about Ekpa with no result. Then, in 2024–2025, everything moved at lightning speed:

The Pressure: The Nigerian government made it clear to Finland that Ekpa was "hindering bilateral relations."

The Exchange: Finland is a small nation whose economy is driven by massive corporations like St1 and Nokia. If the Nigerian government—one of Africa's largest economies and oil producers—threatens the interests of Finnish energy giants, the Finnish state has a massive incentive to "clean up" its domestic problems (like Ekpa) to protect those economic ties.

3. Anttonen as the "Quiet Influence"

Anttonen isn't a typical loud billionaire, but he is a master of securing his supply chains.

To move St1 away from fossil fuels and toward his "Game Changer" renewable vision, he needs a stable, profitable transition period. Finland delivered justice to Nigeria, Nigeria ensured energy security for the Nordics, and business leaders like Anttonen secured the stability they need to keep their refineries running.

But there is one thing they may have conveniently refused to understand: Some ghosts refuse to go away, and some dead refuse to stay dead! Justice for millions of Igbos murdered under a spurious need to preserve the territorial integrity of Nigeria is one ghost too many, and one dead too horrific to ignore. They are screaming for JUSTICE!

Away from Ekpa and his auto pilot, Billionaire Mika, I believe he may have reasoned that once Ekpa is out of the picture, he and his Shell partners will be able to live happily ever after! But, No, he and his Shell partners now has a new problem on their hands, one which the law supports- Mika bought an asset with a massive liability, one connected to the murder by starvation, of more than three million civilians, mostly women and children between 1967 - 1970, and the details of these are scattered across archives in Europe and the West, and placed under categories of "NATIONAL SECURITY".

While, I must agree that I am Igbo, and have connections to what parents told us regarding the many sufferings of civilian during the ill-fated period, I make bold to say Truth Over Empire Initiative is starkinly different from seperatist agitations, been that it only seeks corporate accountability against corporations like Shell PLC & BP PlC that supported the genocide, and make huge fortunes out of it.

The new challenger to the old order is now making inroads using the very laws that seems to protect billionaires like Mika business, in a reversed engineered way: preference of lawfare over warfare.

Once the appeal court rules in Stockholm, the calisthenics will start in full force!

I will un-bundle this research under Core Narrative Pillars, including the role

1. The "Prime Minister" in Exile

In 2023, Ekpa declared himself the Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile (BRGIE). This marked a definitive split from the original IPOB leadership. Your series can explore the friction between the "old guard" (loyal to the detained Nnamdi Kanu) and Ekpa’s "Autopilot" faction, which favors a more aggressive, uncompromising approach.

2. The Weaponization of "Sit-at-Home"

The most visible impact of Ekpa’s influence is the mandatory Monday lockdowns.

The Compliance Paradox: While millions stay home, reports suggest this is driven more by fear of enforcement (by the Biafra Liberation Army) than by ideological alignment.

The Economic Toll: By 2025, estimates suggested the Southeast region lost over $4.6 billion in productivity due to these orders.

3. The 2025 Legal Turning Point

A major climax for your series occurs in September 2025, when a Finnish court sentenced Simon Ekpa to six years in prison for terrorism-related offenses and public incitement. This event shattered the myth that European residency provided total immunity for directing foreign conflicts.

Current Status (March 2026): Ekpa is currently in a Finnish prison pending an appellate hearing expected in the coming months.

4. "Two Biafras" Conflict
Focus on the civil war within the movement. mainstream IPOB (loyal to Kanu) has frequently disassociated from Ekpa, calling his methods "bloodthirsty" and "un-Biafran." This creates a "Succession-style" drama within the series.

5. The "Biafra Liberation Army" (BLA)
Investigate the paramilitary wing Ekpa claims to command. Is it a unified force, or a collection of local groups using the Biafran flag to justify regional control?

6. The Finnish Paradox
How did a quiet city like Lahti, Finland, become the headquarters for a West African liberation movement? Explore the tension between Finland’s commitment to free speech and the Nigerian government’s accusations of "state-sponsored terrorism" by proxy.

7. Biafra Restoration Project from the Simon Ekpa Angle


8. Biafra Restoration Project from the prophet Mazi Nnamdi Kalu Angle

9. Truth Over Empire Initiative & the Biafra Restoration Project.

10. Will the Igbos finally secede from the unholy marriage with other tribes in Nigeria?
Politics › Re: Tinubu’s Washington Problem Is Real, And No London Photo-op Can Save Him by Bigkoko: 1:01pm On Mar 23
With the hand writing on the wall, even the British monarch cannot wait for the so called "2nd term" before rushing to get a slice of their steak!

It's obvious, Asiwaju has a real problem in Washington DC
Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op): 6:43pm On Mar 22
The Operational Incompetence of IPOB

The $5 Million Donation Trap and the Death of Competence
In the high-stakes theater of the Rwanda-Kenya-Nigeria intelligence triangle, we often talk about the "I[b]nvisible Hand[/b]" of the state—the cold, calculated reach of security services that ignore borders to get their man. But looking back at the 2021 rendition of the IPOB leader from the streets of Kigali to a Nigeria govt Nairobi safe house, the real story isn’t just the prowess of the hunters. It’s the staggering, unpardonable un-seriousness of the hunted and his organization ~ IPOB.

Here was a movement that claimed world-wide clout. They could lock down major Southeast cities with a whisper and organize massive protests in London, Helsinki, D.C., and New York. Pan-African solidarity groups, anti-colonial advocates, and accountability watchdogs across the globe looked on, expecting a certain level of sophisticated defiance. It was lacking.

Instead, we saw a $10 million project collapse because of a lack of basic tradecraft.

It is frankly abysmal. For a group of that scale, you’d expect the simplest of security structures: a dedicated Counter-Surveillance Officer (CSO) whose sole job was to sweep the rooms, vet the transit routes, and "sanitize" the spaces where their leader laid his head. If you are playing a game where the stakes are imprisonment, torture, life, death, and sovereignty, how do you walk into a "cash lure" without a sweep team?

To me, this isn’t just a tactical error; it’s a betrayal of their cause. It shows a fundamental lack of discipline that borders on the amateur. You cannot claim to be a revolutionary force while failing at "[b]Security 101.[/b]"
The "Invisible Hand" of the intelligence services didn't have to work that hard—they simply waited for the ego and the lack of structure to do the job for them.

In my world of the Rwanda Diary, I’ve learned one thing: Intelligence isn’t just about who has the most fund or guns; it’s about who is the most serious. And on that day, one side clearly wasn't. And it was IPOB!

"The 'Invisible Hand' of the Rwanda-Kenya-Nigeria intelligence triangle didn't just succeed because of their own prowess; they succeeded because of the abysmal structural failure of IPOB itself. For a multi-million dollar project with worldwide clout and the ability to shut down major cities in the Igbo heartland with a single command, or organizes protests/demonstrations in major cities in the world, the lack of a basic security protocol is unpardonable. Pan-African solidarity groups and anti-colonial advocates expected at least a rudimentary Counter-Surveillance Office (CSO)—someone to sweep a room with simple Interference tools you can buy on Craiglist or Amazon or vet a transit route. To vanish from a high-security environment like Kigali only to be snatched in Nairobi because you lacked the simplest of safety nets isn't just a tragedy; it’s a mark of terminal un-seriousness.

Let me Tell-It-All as I see it as a researcher.
"Let’s be honest the IPOB project collapsed not because the 'Invisible Hand' of regional intelligence was invincible, but because the movement’s leadership was amateurish. How does a global separatist group—one that can organize thousands in London or D.C.—fail at the most basic level of trade-craft? There was no CSO, no room sweeps, no tactical foresight. You don't walk out of a place like Kigali into a trap in Nairobi without a security detail unless you’ve fundamentally failed at the job of being a revolutionary. To accountability advocates and those of us watching from the inside, this wasn't just a security breach—it was an unpardonable display of incompetence. Even fraternity groups in varsities understood the need for what I am talking of!

The fall of the top IPOB leadership in the Rwanda-Kenya-Nigeria triangle is a masterclass in how not to run a movement!

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op): 6:28pm On Mar 22
The Kigali-Nairobi Pipeline

According to court filings and investigative reports from the time, the journey began in Kigali, Rwanda, where the leader had been staying in May 2021. He traveled from Kigali to Nairobi, Kenya, entering on his British passport. At the time, Kigali was seen as a relatively safe transit point or temporary haven, given its high security and organized infrastructure.

Reports surfaced that he was enticed to move to a specific location with the promise of a multi-million dollar cash donation to the IPOB cause. Security sources suggested that the prospect of such a significant financial boost—and his desire to collect it personally due to internal trust issues within his organization—was the "hook" that brought him out of his secure bubble.

"Once in Nairobi, MNK spent roughly three weeks to two months living in an upscale furnished apartment in the Kilimani suburb. On June 19, 2021, MNK reportedly went to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to pick up a friend. While he was on a phone call with his brother in Germany, he was accosted by unidentified security agents. Witnesses and legal teams later alleged he was blindfolded, tortured, and held incommunicado in a "private house" in Kenya for eight days before being bundled onto a private jet to Abuja.

While the Nigerian government initially described the operation as a "collaborative effort of international intelligence," the Kenyan government spent years denying any official involvement, calling the allegations "fictional.

"However, the legal tide shifted significantly. A Nigerian High Court in Umuahia ruled the arrest was illegal and ordered his return to Kenya.

June 2025: The High Court of Kenya in Nairobi delivered a landmark ruling, declaring the detention and transfer as unlawful, illegal, and unconstitutional. The court awarded him 10 million Kenyan shillings in damages, effectively confirming that "rogue elements" or a coordinated shadow operation had by passed all formal extradition treaties. The rogue elements in this case are the British, Nigeria, Rwanda & Kenya Intelligence services.
Politics › �� Nordic Alternative: Why Sweden Must Lead In Africa’s New Era. by Bigkoko(op): 3:54pm On Mar 22
In 2026, as African nations increasingly seek "partnerships of equals" and "technological sovereignty" rather than just aid, Sweden’s brand—built on transparency, high-tech, and neutrality (historically)—is a powerful asset.

For decades, the "old guard"—the UK and France—has dominated European-African relations. But a look at the current landscape reveals a stagnant reality. Despite centuries of presence, many resource-rich nations remain trapped in cycles of instability and infrastructure deficits.

The Sahelian trio—Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso—have finally closed the door on the 'floppish' French era, rejecting a hollow partnership that left their lands scarred by poverty and terror. Yet, in Nigeria, a leadership void persists despite the country's immense wealth. While the central government remains inactive, clueless, it is the secessionist movements—driven by the historical defiance of the Igbos—who are leading the charge to finally boot the British out. The Igbos have long been the British Empire’s most consistent adversary; today, they remain the most credible threat to the UK's lingering shadow in West Africa.

In the Sahel, a decisive geopolitical realignment is underway. Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have dismantled the legacy of French 'Françafrique,' citing a partnership that yielded only systemic poverty and the expansion of regional insurgency. Meanwhile, in neighboring Nigeria, the state leadership remains historically paralyzed, failing to leverage its status as Africa’s economic and demographic powerhouse. This vacuum has reinvigorated secessionist movements—most notably among the Igbo people—who maintain a historic adversarial stance against British neo-colonial influence and demonstrate a renewed willingness to terminate the 'British experiment' in Nigeria.

It is time for a new architect of cooperation. It is time for Sweden to project its power, not through the lens of colonial history, but through the lens of Innovation, Security, and Integrity.

1. The Power of "Clean" Innovation.
Unlike the legacy systems left behind by previous powers, Sweden offers a blueprint for the future. From circular economy models and fossil-free energy to advanced IoT and telecommunications, Sweden doesn't just sell products; it exports ecosystems. By integrating Swedish civilian technology into African markets, we move from "resource extraction" to "value creation."

2. A Fortress of Law & Democracy.
Sweden possesses some of the most protective national laws on earth. In a region where governance can be a barrier to growth, the "Swedish Model" provides a gold standard for transparency. By projecting this institutional strength, Sweden can help foster stable, democratic environments that protect both the local citizen and the international investor.

3. Strategic Realism: Interests Over Sentiment.
While Sweden and the UK are allies within NATO, strategic interests must eventually take center stage. Just as the US prioritizes its long-term stability (US-Dannish disagreements over Greenland) and market access above localized sentiment, Sweden must recognize that a stable, high-tech, and prosperous Africa is the ultimate buffer against global instability.

4. Replacing the "Status Quo" with "Standardization"
The British legacy in Africa has largely reached its ceiling. Speaking English is no longer enough to compete in a digital-first global economy. Africa needs Smart Grids, Digital Identity systems, and Defense Technology that respects sovereignty. Sweden—as a global leader in military tech and software development—is uniquely positioned to offer political and economic protection to vulnerable nations in exchange for stable, long-term market partnerships.

Conclusion.
The "Petrodollar" era of the past century has failed to deliver for the average African citizen. Sweden has the chance to lead the "Tech-Dollar" era. It is time Sweden stop playing the junior partner in African diplomacy and start asserting the Nordic standard as the primary bridge between Europe and the continent.

The future of the global market isn't just "Global South"—it's "Nordic-African."

Written by Mr. Bigkoko | International Business Expert | Innovative Entrepreneur | Group Managing Director of Bigkoko Group | Founder of Truth Over Empire Initiative | Specialist in international & regional business growth | a leading voice in social and corporate accountability.

Politics › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary by Bigkoko(op): 11:25am On Mar 19
Thanks for the kind words.

Our dragging na wetin wise men call "Normal dragging" e join to make democracy healthy and competitive. grin grin grin grin grin grin grin


aswani:
I am well, turbulence here and there but we still dey Kampe.

May the Lord bless your works in Sweden as he did in Rwanda.

We go still drag each oda sha, politics wise.
Politics › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary by Bigkoko(op): 8:52am On Mar 19
Hahahahahaha, one of the reasonable folks on the other side of the game......yea! Its working well for us. I hope you are doing well? Good to hear from you too.


We have permanently moved HQ from Kigali to Stockholm. The restructuring really too better part of my time in 2025.

aswani:
Good to see you again Bigkoko, hopefully your hustle still working out for you sir.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op): 2:54pm On Mar 18
On this thread a lot will be revealed! Including how elites do with poor, money loving Rwandese girls what the Epstein files reveals about the America elites.

Just cool down and read patiently
Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op): 2:48pm On Mar 18
Dear FSBoperator,

I recognize your right to air your opinion even though, you can't do so in Kigali, assuming you are Rwandese. Isn't it quite strange you didn't refute the information but would rather swing into panick attacks...

Well, thanks for reading an I encourage you to once in while pass by and read what I call "Irrefutable Facts" about Rwanda, documented during my stay there. I also intend to make a video documentaries on these.

Well, good luck to you!

Your comments are welcomed. Be civil. Keep it humane, interactive and respectful for the opinion of others. If a supposedly trained high ranking officer of the Nigeria army in the person of Lt. Col OLABISI OLALEKAN AYENI, Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations
82 Division Nigerian Army, could descend that low calling any Igbo he fancies "IPOB", how much more you on Nairaland.


FSBoperator:
Because your daft hair brain idea won't sell in Rwanda, you are here spewing trash about that country.

Why you no remain for IPOB country were the land is flowing with honey and milk
Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op): 2:27pm On Mar 18
I beg to disagreed.

Some really maniacal Tutsis decided to hold every other persons hostage (both Tutsis & Hutus).

I tell you, Rwanda is not a place you wish to be a citizen off...... Have you heard of Pegasus? or uburozi? Do a little research on Google on these and Rwanda.

The Rwandan government has been accused of using various methods to target critics, with reports highlighting allegations of poisoning, particularly involving unidentified, specialized substances that are difficult for standard European hospitals to detect.
~ EU Observer

"Poisoned Handshakes" and Clothes: Reports indicate allegations of "poisoned handshakes" or clothes soaked in poison, which can be absorbed through the skin.
"Invisible Poisoners": There are long-standing accusations regarding the use of stealthy, "invisible" poisons, sometimes referred to in earlier contexts as "utuzi twa Munyuza" (a colloquial term referring to a high-ranking official).

Uncommon Agents: Toxicologists and EU investigators have raised the possibility of the use of specialized, uncommon plant- or animal-based venom extracts that might be overlooked by standard hospital protocols.

Targeting Methods: Critics and dissidents have reported being followed, kidnapped, or subjected to assassination attempts in Africa and Europe, with some experiencing sudden illnesses.
~ EUobserver

Note: The Rwandan government typically denies these allegations, often describing them as part of a "dirty tricks campaign" or propaganda.
~ The Guardian

happney65:
Rwanda. Beautiful Rwanda

A country where it is a crime to ask where someone is from. Unlike the open tribalism we practice here. Where everybody sees himself as a citizen of Rwanda

Of course after a bitter Genocide between the Hutus and Tutsis, everybody don learn their lessons unlike the rubbish we keep doing here
Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op): 2:21pm On Mar 18
Quite a beautiful, slow pace country!

thesolutions:
My own Rwanda. I have to follow through to know why I dreamt being in Rwanda.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Welcome To The Rwanda Diary ~ My Truth, My Fact & My Experiences! by Bigkoko(op): 2:20pm On Mar 18
All eyes are on Kenya regarding the illegal & extra-ordinary rendition, exxtra-judicial rendition of Nigerian-born British separatist leader Mazi Nnamdi Kalu from Nairobi Kenya to Nigeria in 2021, but after reading this piece, you will realize it was Rwanda that set the ball rolling. And they did it with near perfect secrecy, except that.....one of their officer, someone under the pay roll of a mutual contact decided to tell me under a strict sense of secrecy & Non Disclose Agreement the exact facts.

In his exact words: We did it, just that we don't want him taken from Kigali...since he told the Immigration during check-in that he plan to visit Kenya too, we suggested to the Nigerians (Nigeria Intelligence Service) to wait for him in Nairobi - Jomo-kenyatta airport, instead of Kigali (KGL). What they do from then, is no longer our responsibility as you know.[
. True. Mazi Nnamdi Kalu was kidnapped within Jomo-Kenyatta airport area in 2021, beaten, tortured and eventually kidnapped from Nairobi I to Abuja. His details and travel itinenary was provided by the UK Mi6. They agreed after much pressure from Buhari to help set up MNK with an offer too sweet he won't reject. And they found a willing soul-mate in Kagame govt.

It was on a fine day, and Mazi Nnamdi Kalu just got off the plane from whereever to a known Destination: KIGALI Rwanda enroute to Mombasa Kenya for a meeting with a fake group who claim to be affiliated with a Jewish lobby group in the USA, but operating from East Africa. I believe a $5M donation for separatist cause was also on the table if MNK provides irrefutable evidence of how he intends to achieve his core objectives......., but unknown to him the airplane he boarded were explicitly asked by the Rwanda Intelligence Service to let them know via the Rwanda Immigration when tourist X (the coded name for MNK, the Nigerian person of interest who MI6 had requested coordination for onward trip to Nigeria). The landing was successful and his details were passed to Rwanda border officials who passed the same to Rwanda Intelligence services.

Right from the moment MNK left the airport for his hotel room, he was tracked and 98% of all his communications were heard and laughed over by the Rwanda Intelligence services. In fact, they were actually impressed by the smartness of the young man who the Nigerian govt tabled $1M USD just toto bring back to Nigeria dead or alive. (Note: this was the money the Rwandans got officially for their help. The politicians behind his ordeal during Buhari govt might have earmarked larger sums compared to what the Rwandans got).

Mistake number one, for a high profile personality of MNK calibre, It is expected he should have used a dummy accommodation rental during chec-ins, instead of moving in directly on his pre-booked room in Kigali. Once in Africa, he should know It would be bugged and clearly his communications forwarded to the Nigeria Intelligence Service as proof that he, "MNK" took the Kenya bait...that indeed, no action were to be enforced on him right within Rwanda territories, and that like a mouse smelling the cool aroma of cheese, he "MNK" will walk into their trap in Nairobi. That was exactly what happened!

Kindly note that every piece of this supposedly classic information was as a result of the investigations conducted by a researcher under the payroll of Bigkoko Group, seeking to understand the circumstances which led to the kidnap & extra-judicial and extra-ordinary rendition of the separatist leader from Kenya to Nigeria in 2021.


This is the first time I will be releasing the findings of this research. I decided to de-classify our findings because Nigerians deserve to know the facts and understand Govt-2-govt cooperation, in case it became your turn to flee for safety! Do not blame Sunday Igboho too much, not everyone can stand the heat of the kitchen on patriotic enough to their principle or Will. But the Igbos are different.

Your comments are welcomed. Be civil. Keep it humane, interactive and respectful for the opinion of others.

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