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PoliticsRe: Senate President Ahmad Lawan For 10th NASS by madridguy(m): 9:32am On Apr 27, 2023
Insha Allah he will return as a floor member.

LordviccoDaGuru:
He's still the current Senate President ooo
PoliticsRe: Sudan: Nigerian Students Boarded Buses According To Their States Of Origin by madridguy(m): 9:30am On Apr 27, 2023
It is a step to get rid off of other nationals trying to claim Nigerians.

Nelsononu:
I thought the promise was to get all Nigerian nationals from the war zone. Regardless
PoliticsRe: Anxiety As Supreme Court Hears Nnamdi Kanu’s Case Today by madridguy(m): 9:28am On Apr 27, 2023
Abeg yern me tori kiss You mean his lawyer don win his wife?

Ezewuzie01:
I wonder what Kanu's mood will be like when they inform him in the court that his wife has been impregnated by his lawyer grin cheesy grin
PoliticsRe: Anxiety As Supreme Court Hears Nnamdi Kanu’s Case Today by madridguy(m): 9:27am On Apr 27, 2023
Tinubu will not even dare to decide his fate. Kanu should start wearing green white green cloth and recite our national anthem maybe Baba Buhari will consider him.

pandoragirigory:
He is Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Jagaban's property , he is a parting gift to Asiwaju, he will decide his fate.
PoliticsRe: Anxiety As Supreme Court Hears Nnamdi Kanu’s Case Today by madridguy(m): 9:23am On Apr 27, 2023
Supreme Court will adjourn the case again. Kanu and his IPOB boys don mess with the wrong country cheesy
Government na your mate ?
PoliticsRe: Senate President Ahmad Lawan For 10th NASS by madridguy(m): 9:20am On Apr 27, 2023
grin Joker. Let him go and get SP position from the said cabal fooling him.
PoliticsRe: Adamawa REC Writes Police, SSS, NSA From Hideout; Explains How Aisha Binani Won by madridguy(m): 8:37pm On Apr 26, 2023
grin
PoliticsRe: Sudan Evacuation: The Hypocrisy Of Our Politicians by madridguy(m):
Politicians are only concerned about their ambitions and nothing more.

If this Sudan crisis happened during campaign era, I'm sure both the APC/PDP will be fighting to lift Nigerians there.
Infact the returnees will receive cash gift tire.

Thank you Allen Onyema.
PoliticsRe: Lamidi Apapa Wants To Withdraw LP Petition From Tribunal - Abure Faction by madridguy(m): 6:55pm On Apr 25, 2023
grin
PoliticsRe: "No Serious Leader Will Go On Rest" - Peter Obi by madridguy(m): 3:24pm On Apr 25, 2023
Obi should keep his mouth shut for a while.
PoliticsRe: Second Reason Why Obi Was Detained In The UK by madridguy(m): 1:12pm On Apr 25, 2023
grin
PoliticsRe: Tinubu Already Serving Igbo ‘bread Soaked In Water’ — Nwodo by madridguy(m): 8:33am On Apr 25, 2023
cheesy
Foreign AffairsRe: Sudan's Warring Factions Agree To A 72-hour Nationwide Ceasefire - Blinken by madridguy(m): 8:19am On Apr 25, 2023
Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful and well detailed write up with us here.

Ynix:
EXPLAINER: What's Happening in Sudan? (Burhan vs Hemedti)
~ Tosin Adeoti

Source: Facebook

Someone sent me a DM asking for an explainer on what is happening in Sudan in an easy-to-understand format. So here it is:

Why is everyone evacuating their citizens from Sudan?
Serious fighting is taking place in that country to the south of the Sahara.

How did they get here?
The two top generals in the country are fighting - Gen. Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan of the Sudanese army and Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo (known as Hemedti) of the Rapid Support Forces, RSF (a paramilitary group).

What? Do they not have a president to put them in check?
No, they ganged up to organize a coup to send their president away. In 2019, President Omar al-Bashir was ousted from power. Al-Bashir had been the longest-serving leader of Sudan since the country gained independence in 1956, and the people were just tired of him. He was a really corrupt guy. For instance, $130 million was found in his home. He even went to jail after the coup.

I see. So who is the Head of State?
Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan of the Sudanese army is the defacto leader. When al-Bashir was removed, the two groups formed a transitional coalition, called the Sovereign Council, together with civilian groups. A civilian, Abdalla Hamdok, was made Prime Minister. But two years later, in 2021, the two armed groups dislodged him when he asked for a full transition to civilian rule. The PM and multiple government ministers and officials were arrested.

LOL. Sounds familiar.
Not surprised. Gen. Burhan, the head of the army, became the leader, and Gen. Hemedti, the head of the paramilitary group, became his deputy.

Lemme guess...they are the ones fighting now?
That's right.

But how can a paramilitary challenge the army?
Because this paramilitary group called RSF is as powerful as the army. RSF used to have access to the National Intelligence and Security Services of Bashir when he was president. Hemedti, their leader, was Bashir's trusted man. Over the years, Hemedti has forged powerful ties both in the region and internationally. He sent RSF forces to fight Iran-aligned Houthi rebels in Yemen, allying with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. All for profit. Gen. Hemedti is considered one of the richest men in Sudan thanks to a range of businesses, including gold mining he had access to when Bashir was president.

Interesting. So what's causing their fight now?
In December 2022, after much pressure from the international community, a new transition plan to democracy was launched. A final deal was due to be signed this April, on the fourth anniversary of the overthrow of long-ruling autocrat Omar al-Bashir. The RSF says the army does not want to absorb them into their midst. The army says it's not so simple and that they have a timetable for the absorption. There are reports that General Burhan is not happy that Hemedti is aligning himself more closely with civilian parties from whom the civilian president may come. Burhan says he supports the idea of returning to civilian rule but that he will only hand over power to an elected government. Hemedti says he's trying to remove himself from Islamist-leaning Bashir loyalists and veterans who have deep roots in the army. There is also the question of who will become the leader of the army after RSF has been integrated into the army.

But why did the army throw the first blow?
The Army said they had to stop RSF because they were deploying troops all over the country. Indeed, no sooner had the fight broken out on April 15 than RSF claimed they had seized the Khartoum airport, the presidential palace, as well as an airport and airbase in Merowe. The Sudanese army dismissed the claims as lies and maintained that it still controls all bases and airports.

Hmmm... what's the situation now?
As of 23 April, more than 420 people have been killed, and more than 3,700 injured, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The US State Department confirmed on 21 April that an American citizen was also killed. The US isn't taking any chances and has cleared out its embassy in the capital of Khartoum. Other countries, like France, Germany, Japan, and the UK, have also moved to evacuate their diplomats. Thousands of residents have fled using unsafe roads, many to their deaths.

What about Nigerians?
Over 5000 Nigerians are stranded in Sudan right now. Yesterday, the Federal Government said it is waiting for the Sudanese Government to give assurance before evacuating Nigerian students.

Which Sudanese government?
I'm not Nigeria's foreign minister, please.

So, no end in sight?
It doesn't look like the violence is going to end anytime soon. Sudan's army has reportedly said it won't negotiate with the paramilitary forces. Turkey, the US, UAE, Egypt, and others have called for immediate peace and offered to help mediate. Meanwhile, the UN called the situation in Sudan "catastrophic." Some aid groups have also had to postpone humanitarian aid to the country because of the violence. Experts are worried the conflict could turn into a civil war — which could threaten access to freshwater in the Nile, affect gold trade, and create another refugee crisis in the region.
Foreign AffairsRe: Sudan's Warring Factions Agree To A 72-hour Nationwide Ceasefire - Blinken by madridguy(m): 8:18am On Apr 25, 2023
Same Southern part have been fighting same war since they got their independent too.

irepnaija4eva:
Oh i see.. That means the southern part made a right choice then...
RomanceRe: Training Me Through School Doesn’t Mean I Will Marry You—lady Tells Partner (vid by madridguy(m): 3:33pm On Apr 24, 2023
cheesy cheesy I hope when the guy do her strong thing we wont be hearing another story.
TravelRe: Air Peace Offers To Freely Evacuate Nigerians From Sudan by madridguy(m): 12:58pm On Apr 24, 2023
Good of him.
PoliticsRe: Peter Obi In Central Mosque Bida Onitsha, Makes Donations by madridguy(m): 3:43pm On Apr 23, 2023
That is not a mosque and no one should try to deceive the chief tribalist.
You cannot claim he entered a mosque with his shoe.
CrimeRe: Man Uses Acid To Fry Groundnuts (Video, Photos) by madridguy(m): 7:44pm On Apr 22, 2023
I am speechless.
PoliticsRe: PHOTOS: Buhari Celebrates Last Sallah In Aso Rock, Says ‘I Can’t Wait To Go Home by madridguy(m): 3:07pm On Apr 21, 2023
Sai Baba I will miss you.
CrimeRe: Can Prank Calls Get You Arrested? by madridguy(m): 2:56pm On Apr 21, 2023
Same here sir. May we witness more in good health and wealth.

Addme:
Happy eid l fitri baba
PoliticsRe: President Buhari Receives Sallah Homage From VP, Top Government Officials. Photo by madridguy(m): 2:46pm On Apr 21, 2023
Eid-il Mubarak to you my darling president.
CrimeRe: Can Prank Calls Get You Arrested? by madridguy(m): 1:38pm On Apr 20, 2023
This is what I have been praying for because majority of them don't know when to stop.
Imagine pranking an elderly person of over 60 of age and making them to run for their lives.

Its so annoying.

post=122637445:
You are absolutely right ✅️.
One of them will soon be taught a lesson of his life.
PoliticsRe: Zelenskyy Congratulates Tinubu, Invites Him To Ukraine On State Visit by madridguy(m): 12:12pm On Apr 20, 2023
Which court? That one na cruise.

IVORY2009:
We are still in court, don't forget oooo
PoliticsRe: Zelenskyy Congratulates Tinubu, Invites Him To Ukraine On State Visit by madridguy(m): 11:30am On Apr 20, 2023
Baba pick another line, this one don cast and old.

IVORY2009:
Mandate thief
PoliticsRe: Zelenskyy Congratulates Tinubu, Invites Him To Ukraine On State Visit by madridguy(m): 11:27am On Apr 20, 2023
Zelenskyy should stop jare grin Which kind dangerous play be that.
FamilyRe: Take Your Children To Their Father Or Else - Man Tells Wife (pic/video) by madridguy(m): 11:26am On Apr 20, 2023
Baba difference dey wella which you know hence their names.

richard69:
widow and single mother wetin be difference?
FamilyRe: Take Your Children To Their Father Or Else - Man Tells Wife (pic/video) by madridguy(m): 9:13pm On Apr 19, 2023
Aamin and you too.

yemmit90:
God bless your wisdom sir.
FamilyRe: Take Your Children To Their Father Or Else - Man Tells Wife (pic/video) by madridguy(m):
It is far better and rewarding marrying a widow than marrying a single mother.
HealthRe: Have Anyone Experienced This Before!!! by madridguy(m): 5:16pm On Apr 18, 2023

PoliticsRe: Mass Burial For 33 Victims Of Southern Kaduna Attacks by madridguy(m): 11:19am On Apr 18, 2023
The FG must address situation like this and put an end to it. Even countries fighting war are not recording high death record as this.
FamilyRe: My Friend Is Currently Going Through A Divorce In UK &having A Hell Of A Time by madridguy(m): 10:17am On Apr 18, 2023
I somehow pity him.

MrCuteking:
He is the owner of the shop. He used to sell Wallpapers before he travelled, so he closed the shop. Getting back to Nigeria, he had to reopen the business but by then, those wallpapers were already obsolete. He does not have much at hand, I'm sure he will get back on his feet one day.
SportsRe: Arsenal Fan Racially Abused Saka On Twitter After Penalty Miss Against Westham by madridguy(m): 7:33pm On Apr 17, 2023
This is serious. God go be with you people.

vickydevoka:
Na watin we de suffer for uk be this. They only praise u when u do go or when they really need yiu

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