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Two Nigerian nationals, Kenechi Ndukaife Atuchukwu, and Michael Okoya have appeared before the Klerksdorp Magistrate's Court in North West, South Africa, facing charges of possession of and dealing in drugs.
The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, also known as the Hawks, said Atuchukwu and Okoya's appearance is the result of a lengthy investigation by the Hawks' Serious Organised Crime Investigation team, with guidance from the National Prosecuting Authority's Organised Crime Component.
North West spokesperson for the Hawks, Lieutenant Colonel Tinyiko Mathebula, said the investigation, which began in 2022, included an undercover operation where the 45-year-old Atuchukwu was allegedly caught red-handed selling drugs.
Following legal processes, a warrant of arrest was issued against Atuchukwu and executed on Friday in Klerksdorp.Nigerian fashion
"Atuchukwu is linked to a case involving his fellow countryman, Michael Okoya, who was arrested last week for alleged dealing in drugs," said Mathebula.
In an update on Wednesday, Septemebr 17, 2025, Mathebula said the matter was postponed to 29 September for a formal bail application while the accused Nigerian nationals remain in police custody.
Meanwhile, North West acting head of the Hawks, Brigadier Georgia Moos, and the Director of Public Prosecutions in the North West, Dr Rachel Makhari, have welcomed the arrests of the alleged drug dealers.

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https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2025/9/two-nigerian-nationals-arrested-for-drug-dealing-in-south-africa-2.html

yarimo:
and in your village constitution they also have the right to claim ownership of property that belongs to others .

What property are you talking about? I now discover that what you are suffering is envy. So, you mean a Nigerian who buys a property away from his own state of origin does not have right to claim ownership of such property? Are you ok?

yarimo:
Have they ever claim ownership of Kano state?

What do you mean by that? Has anyone claimed ownership of your state? They are Nigerians and have the right to live evolve where they reside

sreamsense:
Yes, now; if not because one northern oba collected peace award yesterday, would you remember they exist? These Yorubas are very peaceful with their hosts, they are not boastful to their hosts that they built Kano, they are not saying Kano is no man's land or interfering in their local politics. If not because of peace award just won, you won't notice their existence. So, tell your people to enroll in two years diploma course from these northern yoruba obas so they can unlease their secrets that is giving them accolade and awards outside their yoruba territories or is that again difficult for you to agree with?

You are just fooling yourself and being hypocritical. You people are fighting Eze Ndigbo, fighting yam festival in Lagos while at the same time you have Oba in other people's land, even in Igbo land, and you even celebrated Amala festival in Owerri just last month of August and nobody disturbed you guys.

I think some people really need to travel out from their enclave to be able to change their mindset.

Yoruba Obas are all over Nigeria. This is that of Kano.

Brenbentondiaz:
Sukudi has dropped another post to gain validation. People that are sure of themselves will not go about seeking validation. Deveropers don't know this. Lolz.

I know you're disappointed because the news you're hearing from your own people about Southeast is not what you expected. Sorry for the severe pain.

kettykin:
Other smaller cities and towns like Abriba, oguta ought to find their way to thr tourists map of the world. Mid tier cities like Aba , owerri, onitsha etc should not rest on their oars until foreigners give this level of attestation

Exactly

kaludestiny10:
Truthfully speaking, the three times or occasions I visited Enugu state, I was wowed. I was listening to a lawyer friend that went for the NBA conference from Rivers State, the man said he is ashamed to come from Rivers State with what he saw in Enugu State. I believe that most of the people that came from South West for the just concluded NBA program will start having a change of mind about South East.

Lol. Some of them when they hear SE, they think it's one village that human beings don't live. But I don't blame them, they barely travel out of their state throughout their lifetime.

I saw someone comparing Enugu with Benue, I just shook my head. A city that should be compared side by side with Abuja and other top cities. Imagine what Enugu will be if it serves as capital of Nigeria.

To all those People that think Igbos leave their states to other states because it's not developed, what you need is to leave that your father's compound and explore other cities.

Many of them are still confessing. That's why it's good to travel. They say Landlord travel and see.

00FFT00:
Major shots fired!!

The guy is saying it the way it is. Some people will stay in one bushy area somewhere and be saying trash about Southeast, and these are people who haven't left their enclave for once, people who have not traveled to any of the southeastern states, but base their view on the propaganda from social media.

As the guys said it, apart from Lagos, there's no Southwestern state that can compare to some southeastern states.

When this year NBA International Conference was shifted to Enugu, many Lawyers grumbled and expressed fear as to why should an Eastern part of the country ridden with violence and insecurities remained an option.

Afterwards, the Association was assured of the best and we moved on, though with doubt, but in the spirit of optimism that our association remains ours, the best of it must be explored regardless!

INDEED ENUGU CITY DISAPPOINTED US

Yes, disappointed to see a clean city and well coordinated people; disappointed to see a city with a good layout and infrastructural development; disappointed to see a well arranged community of people who are friendly and accommodating; disappointed to see classes of hotels, resorts in across the town of Enugu and above all a well constructed and projected first class international conferences centre. All in the City of Enugu.

Aside Lagos, no state in the South West can compete with the COAL CITY OF ENUGU in terms of development. My colleagues who are reading this would attest to this fact.

Their transportation system is excellent, well arranged and orderly( although, extortionate) thus revealed that, the Easterners know what they want and they are committed to achieving it excellently.

This is without prejudice to the efforts of our Governors here in the South West Nigeria, but more passion should be put in place by making infrastructural development a priority beyond petty considerations.

Enugu is greatly Missed!!!.

https://discovererngr.com/nba-how-enugu-city-disappointed-us-by-olalekan-soyombo/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwMiTgFjbGNrAyJJ3GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEevcnB1CaWwXu_w3e-68kiYDw5Z82A7AYQL1kcpzDy8AIetaFKqcSVWMSAlK8_aem_X6uOZ-GBu51FXj3zsjgH2A&sfnsn=wa

TheWolfen:
Round one.
Fightttttttttttttttttttttttttttt!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This fight did not start today

boysco:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KH_tAumEB9Q?si=8ijJfQYqAAIVsh3s

Demonstrations have broken out across Cote d'Ivoire after 83-year-old President Alassane Ouattara announced his intention to seek a fourth term in office.

The decision has sparked widespread criticism from opposition groups and citizens, raising concerns about political stability ahead of the country’s next election.

Why is it that these people don't learn? I thought that after what happened Gbagbo, and how he, Ouattara came to office, he will be different, but, I was mistaken. These people very selfish set of leaders

The Igbo Presence in Lagos Is Lawful Says Dr. Bolaji Akinyemi As He Calls Sanwo-Olu To Act

I read with deep concern the unsigned and shameful document issued in the name of “Yoruba Elders Progressive Council (YEPC)” titled “Our Land, Our Identity: Lagos State Government Must Act Before We're Made Strangers at Home.” It is unfortunate that in 2025, in a democratic Nigeria where the Constitution reigns supreme, some cowards cloaked in the name of Yoruba elders still find it acceptable to publish ethnic bile and incite division without the courage to sign their names.

As a proud Yoruba son, a senior citizen, and a disciple of the progressive school of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, I cannot keep silent. At the same time, these masked agitators try to drag the Yoruba identity into the mud of tribal bigotry and reckless political opportunism.
Point by point, let me now respond to their disturbing and dangerous narrative.

1. The Igbo Presence in Lagos Is Lawful, Not Provocative
To suggest that Ndigbo are provoking anyone by living, working, or acquiring property in Lagos is contrary to the Nigerian Constitution. Lagos is not a tribal empire but a federated state within the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Every Nigerian has a constitutional right to live, own property, and vote in any part of the country.
The suggestion that Igbos are "excessive, disrespectful and provocative" for exercising this right is not only false, it is evil. This same thinking once led to pogroms, and eventually, civil war. Do we want to return to that dark path?

2. Property Ownership Is Not a Declaration of War
The alarmist claim that the Igbos are buying up land in “clusters” to dominate Lagos politically is mischievous and misleading. Are we now criminalising commerce and development? Is it only when Yoruba buy land that it is called investment, but when Igbos do, it becomes an ethnic threat?
Let us be honest: Lagos thrives today because of the inclusive spirit that allows diverse people — Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, Ijaw, Efik, foreigners — to bring their best to this city. Attacking people for being industrious and prosperous is nothing but the politics of envy, not indigenous interest.

3. “Co-ownership” Is a Constitutional Reality, Not a Cultural Threat
The Constitution does not recognise “ancestral ownership” of federated states. The law acknowledges citizenship, residency, and legality, not tribal roots. When Igbos — or anyone — say “Lagos belongs to all, " they affirm constitutional truth, not rewriting history.
No matter how loud YEPC shouts, they cannot relinquish Section 43 of the Nigerian Constitution, which guarantees every Nigerian the right to own immovable property anywhere in the country.

4. The Land Tenure Proposal Is Xenophobic and Illegal
To propose that the Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for non-Yorubas be reduced from 100 years to 25 is not only illegal but ethnic apartheid disguised as policy. It is a direct attack on the Nigerian Constitution and cannot stand in any competent court of law.
What will happen if Anambra or Enugu enacts the same policy against Yoruba living there? What happens to Yoruba traders thriving in Sabon Gari, Aba, Onitsha, or even Accra and Johannesburg? Must they now be punished for the crimes of land ownership?
This policy proposal reeks of the same mindset that once inspired Rwanda’s genocide.

5. Lagos Certificate of Origin Cannot Be Ethnically Weaponised
The idea of revoking Lagos Certificates of Origin unless “lineage” is traced is a laughable descent into ethnic nativism. It violates every tenet of modern governance, federalism, and democratic equality.
Suppose Lagos wants to create a new tribal passport. In that case, a new constitution must also be made because it guarantees every Nigerian full citizenship rights wherever they live.
This proposal is not only unworkable but also dangerous. It sets Lagos on fire under the false guise of heritage protection.

6. "Legal and Cultural Safeguards" Are Not Justifications for Prejudice
Using language like “guests claiming ownership of their host’s house” to describe fellow Nigerians is insulting, dangerous, and unpatriotic. The Igbo are not guests in Lagos. They are stakeholders — builders, contributors, citizens.
Ndigbo are Nigerian citizens residing in Lagos who have the right to vote and be voted for. They pay taxes, run businesses, and contribute to the State's IGR. What else defines citizenship if not contribution?

7. The Call to Action Is a Call to Tyranny
YEPC says Lagos must not become a "no-man’s land." Let me respond clearly: Lagos is every man’s land, as far as the Nigerian Constitution is concerned.
The attempt to romanticise tribal dominance with words like “ancestral identity” and “cultural preservation” is simply the old wine of ethnic supremacy in a new bottle.

8. On History and Heritage: Stop the Weaponisation of Culture
History should enlighten, not inflame. Lagos was built by the collective sweat of many. Lagos has always been cosmopolitan, from the Benin kingdom’s influence to the Awori and Ijebu settlers, the Brazilian returnees, and the colonial powers.
The Yoruba are foundational to Lagos, but not exclusive owners of its future. Any group that claims otherwise seeks to build walls in place of bridges.

9. The Comparison with the East and the North Is Hypocritical
It is hypocritical to say, “In the East or North, others can’t own land,” while crying foul when people lawfully own property in Lagos. That is the same feudal mentality that has hindered progress elsewhere.
Lagos must lead by example, not regress into ethnic tribalism. We must not copy what is backwards elsewhere; we must be the model of modern civility and legal fairness.

10. The Yoruba Elders Progressive Council is neither Progressive Nor Elders
Real Yoruba elders, the Omoluabi, are defined by wisdom, justice, and honour—not anonymous hate speech or cowardly propaganda.
The historical records of the labour of heroes past in Lagos speak against the position of this Elder of hate.

Herbert Macaulay (1864–1946) – Though not a formal governor, he was a nationalist and key indigenous political actor in Lagos. A Democrat who founded the NNDP (Nigeria's first political party) in 1923. Dr. J.C. Vaughan, Dr. Kofo Abayomi, and Sir Adeyemo Alakija were all key members of the Lagos elite who influenced policy through the Lagos Town Council. There is no record of their threat to other tribes' residences in Lagos.
Under Regional Era – Western Region (1954–1967)
Lagos was the capital of Nigeria, but still part of the Western Region until it became a separate federal territory.
Obafemi Awolowo (Premier of the Western Region, 1954–1959) — Though based in Ibadan, he had indirect administrative influence over Lagos.
Bode Thomas, Samuel Akintola, and others from the Action Group shaped policies affecting Lagos in this era. Federal Territory of Lagos & Military Era (1967–1979)
With the creation of Lagos State in 1967 under General Gowon, the state began to have Military Governors:
1. Brig. Gen. Mobolaji Johnson (1967–1975)
First Military Governor of Lagos State
Highly respected, helped develop early infrastructure.
Indigenous Lagosian, widely regarded as fair and progressive.
2. Commodore Michael Adekunle Lawal (1975–1977)
Continued the administrative structure post-Gowon.
Someone must tell the Jokers that Ndigbo were among the men who built modern Lagos.
1. Commodore Ndubuisi Kanu (1977–1978)
An Igbo man governed Lagos during Obasanjo's military government.
2. Commodore Ebitu Ukiwe (1978–1979)
Another Igbo handed over power to the civilian administration in 1979.
Civilian Era Begins – Lateef Jakande (1979–1983)
Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande
First Executive Governor of Lagos State (1979–1983) under the UPN.
He was an Awolowo disciple who implemented populist policies without discrimination in education, health, housing, and transport. Widely regarded as the most impactful governor in Lagos' history, he stood for equity and fairness, not ethnic exclusion.
The Labour of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu began the exploits of the 4th Republic in Lagos State, a citizen allegedly with ancestral roots originally from Iragbiji in Osun State. He was followed by Babatunde Raji Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode, who did their best and left the rest to Babajide Sanwo-Olu, under whom ethnic sanderling seems to be a political strategy of the political elites.
Is Mr Governor's body language suggestive of the support this uncanny Elders are offering? Mr Sanwo-Olu must state that he must dissociate himself and his administration from a bunch of cowards who published such a document without a signature. A proof of guilt. If you are bold enough to peddle hate, be bold enough to put your name to it.
Conclusion: We Must Not Let Tribal Madness Become State Policy
Let me be clear: the Lagos State Government must distance itself from this dangerous document. It must not allow tribal entrepreneurs to drag our state into the pit of ethnic cleansing through policy.
This is not a time for silence. All true Yoruba sons and daughters — the Omoluabi — must rise and publicly disown this tribal gang.
Let me end with the words of our sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo: “Nigeria is not a nation. It is a mere geographical expression.” Yet, he spent his life building unity across that geography. He never advocated exclusion or hatred. Those hijacking his progressive legacy to propagate tribal hate are retrogressive opportunists.
I call on the media, civil society, the Lagos State House of Assembly, and every peace-loving Nigerian to reject this tribal nonsense.
If we fail to act now, we may soon wake up in a city where fire rages and nobody knows who lit the match.
Signed:
Dr Bolaji O. Akinyemi
Yoruba Elder, Democrat, and Citizen of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

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Educationalserv:
Yoruba realigned with the North and now having a Field day .
Keep ranting or shouting Biafra .
Instead of Forming alliance for future harvest

You guys think you're winning without knowing you're building anti-Yoruba sentiment across the country that will eventually erupt not far from now.

Tahir Tanko CBN APPOINTS 16 NEW DIRECTORS
Full list :

1. Dr. Adetona Sikiru Adedeji - Director, Currency Operations and Branch Management.
2. Dr. Olubukola Akinwunmi Akinniyi - Director, Banking Supervision.
3. Yusuf Rakiya Opeyemi - Director, Payment System Supervision.
4. Aisha Isa-Olatinwo - Director, Consumer Protection.
5. Abdullahi Hamisu - Director, Banking Services.
6. Dr. OJumu Adenike Olubunmi - Director, Medical Services.
7. Mr. Makinde Kayode Olanrewaju - Director, Procurement & Support Services.
8. Mrs. Jide-Samuel Omoyemen Avbasowamen - Director, Information Technology.
9. Dr. Vincent Monsurat Modesola - Director, Strategy Management and Innovation.
10. Mr. Solaja Mohammed-Jamiu Olayemi - Director, Other Financial Institutions Supervision.
11. Mrs. Sike Rita Ijeoma - Director, Financial Policy and Regulation.
12. Dr. Victor Ugbem Oboh - Director, Monetary Policy.
13. Mr. Nakorji Musa - Director, Trade and Exchange.
14. Mr. Farouk Mujtaba Muhammad - Director, Reserve Management.
15. Mr. Hassan Ibrahim Umar - Director, Development and Finance Institutions Supervision.
16. Dr. Okpanachi Usman Mose - Director, Statistics.

*Yoruba - 10
* Hausa- 3
* Ethnic minorities 2
*Igbo - 1

Hmmm. I am speechless 🤯.

~ Aliyu Usman Kaoje

Greenback:
Where be the pictures...

You gotta post the pictures

I am trying to post the pictures, but having some issues. I will keep trying

Global Recognition: The Igbo Name in the Heart of China 🇨🇳🌍

While wandering through a lively market in China, a glowing sign reading “Igbo 壹博” caught my eye. Seeing the name of a proud Nigerian ethnic group boldly displayed so far from home truly moved me.

Out of curiosity, I stepped inside and spoke with the Chinese shop owner. When I asked why she chose the name Igbo for her business, she responded with a genuine smile. She shared that over time, she had built strong and trustworthy connections with Nigerian customers, particularly those from the Igbo community. In her words: “Igbo people are excellent business partners-smart, dependable. I really admire them.

That moment filled me with a deep sense of pride.

Seeing the name “Igbo” proudly displayed in China was more than just a coincidence. It was a testament to the strength, respect, and reputation the Igbo people have built across borders. It reminded me that no matter where we go, our identity, work ethic, and culture speak volumes — even in places we never expected.

Let this inspire young Igbo entrepreneurs and Nigerians in general: your impact is global, and your name carries weight. Keep pushing boundaries, and the world will continue to recognize your value.

T9ksy:
Oga, that your excusr is lame, jo

The reason why you didn't conquer any territory is not due to your magnanimity or good nature, rather it's because you couldn't.

You didn't have the capacity to conquer any other group within your geographical vicinity, in fact, you were the one conquered.

It is not in their nature to go around conquering territories. Know that truth and know peace.

ElSudani:
Is this really about celebrating your culture or your are trying to be clever by half. Do you need to create alternative Ibo territory and leadership in other people's land?

Tell me in history where you have ever read that the Igbos went and conquered any people and took over their territory. The Igbos are not expansionist like the Fulani.

ElSudani:
When you start taking responsibility for your own actions perhaps you will start to see the real problems.

Which responsibility are you talking about? There is this recent news coming from PH of some people protesting against Igbos celebrating their Igbo festival in PH. But this same people celebrate their festival in other peoples land where they found themselves. What will you call that? Taking responsibiblty? This is pure hypocrisy!

Racoon:
Now let's hear what the purveyors of the Igbo kingship being arrested in Ghana will say with this development. There are halls,streets, monuments named after prominent non-Igbo national citizens in the SE.

However, some people of warped worldview shaped by ethno-religio-regional bigotry, sentiments and considerations are hellbent on formenting trouble just because they wants to force acceptance of a well known drug baron, certificate forging and identity theft crook.

I believe it's time for the Igbo people to step up and begin defending themselves online against this apparent campaign of slander, defamation, and demonization by their neighbors. I can assure you that the persecution we are witnessing in Ghana these days because of an alleged video made by Eze Ndigbo in Ghana in 2013 is a result of what their Nigerian neighbors have portrayed them as. The world as we know it has become a global village, and therefore, if someone starts writing something negative about you online, you shouldn't neglect it; you should respond with the same force and energy, because you never know who might be reading that negative information and forming an opinion about you.

If you check online, you will see countless Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts opened by these other tribes just to defame and attack the Igbos on a daily basis. They are very dedicated to this task. Therefore, I believe the Igbos should wake up and face them head-on.

We should be sure that we are not doing the exact thing we accuse others of doing, because that will amount to pure hypocrisy

dapsoneh:
Ggggggg hhhhmmmmm
Pascal Nzube... That name sounds familiar
Importer exoporter
The developer of Lagos

You only saw Pascual Nzube but didn't see Haseeb Ali. Continue!

The legacy of Peter Obi. The evidence speaks for itself. Skeptics, haters, and tribal bigots will still come here to spread their nonsense.