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The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter, has forged a strategic partnership with the Tallafi Women and Youth Foundation and honoured its President, Dr. Mairo Tanko Al-Makura, as Matron of the association.

The development was announced during a courtesy visit led by the Chairperson of NAWOJ FCT, Comrade Bassey Ita Ikpang, who described Dr. Al-Makura as a woman of compassion and unwavering commitment to humanitarian service.

Speaking during the visit, Comrade Ita- Ikpang said the association, which comprises about 350 practicing female journalists across the FCT, remains committed to ethical journalism, gender equity, and advocacy on critical health and social issues affecting women and children.

She noted that NAWOJ FCT had closely followed Dr. Al-Makura’s impactful humanitarian work, particularly through the Tallafi Women and Youth Foundation, which has empowered widows, supported small-scale businesses, and provided relief to vulnerable groups.

“It is on this note that we seek a strategic partnership with you and your Foundation, as we collectively work to continue touching the lives of women and girls in our society,” she said.

Ita- Ikpang further revealed that the partnership would leverage NAWOJ’s media strength to amplify the foundation’s initiatives and expand its reach.

She also highlighted the association’s upcoming Marketplace Advocacy Event as part of activities marking the 2026 International Women’s Day, aimed at engaging and empowering grassroots women on health, economic empowerment, and social protection.

“We humbly seek the support of your office to make this event a success,” she added.

The Chairperson used the opportunity to outline NAWOJ FCT’s recent collaborations, including capacity-building with the German Embassy and ongoing free cancer screening for members in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health at the Federal Medical Centre.

In addition, she formally invited Dr. Al-Makura to serve as Matron of the association, citing her wealth of experience and inspirational leadership.

Responding, Dr. Al-Makura expressed appreciation for the visit and the honour bestowed on her, while reaffirming her commitment to women’s empowerment and national development.

“Chairperson I want to say a big thank you for finding me worthy to visit my abode. Like you said, am the chairperson of Tallafi Women and Youth Foundation.
But since after we left the government, I have been doing it just slowly and trying to help wherever I can.”

She emphasized her passion for supporting women through education, healthcare, and empowerment initiatives.

“And I do a lot of outreach to women and that's my area.I sponsors students, schools, medicals. I do a lot. And this is tallying with my vision and my passion.
I sponsors students, schools, medicals.”

Dr. Al-Makura also called for greater unity and mentorship among women, urging them to support one another rather than compete. She further encouraged women to take initiative and create opportunities for themselves.

“So by the grace of God, I will keep in touch with NAWOJ FCT so that we can move this nation forward, especially the women.Because like we all know, women are left behind. Not because we are not qualified, not because we are not educated. But I keep telling women, let's build our own table.”

“If they're not giving us a seat, we should have our own seats and invite them to come. We are not competing with them.
We just want to be partners in progress.”

On mentorship, she stressed its importance in sustaining progress.
“But even we as women, we try to pull ourselves down. We don't mentor the young ones. We feel if we mentor them, they will outshine us. It doesn't really matter if you mentor them to greatness and they turnout to be greater."

She assured NAWOJ FCT of her full support and willingness to collaborate. So that's part of what I do. I like carrying women along so I want to assure you all of my full cooperation and we work together to see women are better.”

Dr. Al-Makura also expressed gratitude for being remembered despite no longer holding public office.

“Yes, I want to appreciate you and I want to tell you thank you so much for honoring me, remembering me even out when we out of office. Sometimes once you are out of office, nobody remembers you.”

The visit marks a significant step in strengthening advocacy and empowerment initiatives for women across the FCT and beyond.

Former Nigeria international forward Michael Eneramo collapsed and died on the pitch in Ungwan Yelwa, Kaduna on Friday morning, during a local friendly game in which he had played the entire first half.

Early reports indicated that Eneramo appeared to have suffered cardiac arrest five minutes into the second half of the said friendly match. He was born on 26th November, 1985 in Kaduna.

REST IN PEACE Eneramo 🕊️

Celebrity TV Star Cross, Chino Set To Tie The Knot As Abuja Hosts Intimate Bridal Shower



Anticipation is building ahead of what is being described as one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings of the season, as reality TV star Ikechukwu Sunday Cross Okonkwo prepares to tie the knot with Chinonso Patricia Okonkwo.

The couple’s union, scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026, is expected to draw continental attention, with a live broadcast planned on the DStv Wedding Channel, positioning the event as a major moment on the entertainment and lifestyle calendar.

In the build-up to the ceremony, Abuja played host to a private bridal shower held in honour of the bride-to-be. The gathering, described as intimate and closely guarded, brought together a circle of her closest friends in a relaxed and celebratory setting.

Friends showed up with more than just presence, they came with emotion. From nostalgic throwbacks to heartfelt prayers, the room carried a mix of joy and soft anticipation. It was less about glamour and more about grounding, a quiet pause before a very public “I do.”

And that contrast is what makes this wedding interesting. On one hand, you have a deeply personal love story unfolding in small, meaningful spaces. On the other hand, a full-blown televised event set to capture the attention of viewers across Africa.

Speaking at the event, bride-to-be Chinonso expressed excitement about the upcoming marriage, describing her partner as someone who gives her a sense of freedom and ease. The atmosphere reflected warmth and anticipation, with guests sharing personal reflections and well wishes.

Among those present was her longtime friend, Adora Amaefula, who expressed joy at witnessing the milestone and celebrated the bride’s journey from their secondary school days to the present. Another close friend, Monalisa Raziel Osasona, offered prayers for the couple, wishing them a fulfilling and happy married life.

The bridal shower, though low-key, underscored the strong personal bonds surrounding the bride ahead of the high-profile ceremony. With preparations now in full swing, attention continued to shift toward the main event, which is expected to blend celebrity appeal with a refined wedding experience for viewers across the continent.

Amb. Kenule Nwiya Jnr Moves to Halt NDEIS Over Alleged Trademark Infringement

…Seeks protection of brand identity

Ambassador Kenule Nwiya Jnr, promoter of Ken-Eva Consult Ltd, has raised concerns over what he describes as the unauthorised use of the “Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit” (NDEIS) name, calling on relevant authorities to safeguard his intellectual property rights.

Nwiya maintains that he is the originator of the summit initiative, noting that the name “Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit” was formally registered in 2023 with the Trademarks, Patents and Designs Registry. According to him, the concept was publicly unveiled in 2024, alongside a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reportedly signed with the Ministry of Niger Delta Development now known as the Ministry of Regional Development outlining a five-year framework for hosting the event.

Ken-Eva Consult Ltd also points to a previous edition of the summit held in November 2024 at the Obi-Wali International Conference Centre in Port Harcourt, which reportedly drew participation from stakeholders across both the public and private sectors.

The development comes amid reports that the Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture (NDCCITMA), an organisation said to have been established in 2025, is promoting what it describes as its inaugural Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit scheduled for May 19 to 21, 2026, in Port Harcourt.

Nwiya disclosed that he became aware of the planned event through participants of the earlier summit. He has since instructed his legal representatives, Lord Amachree & Associates, to issue a cease-and-desist notice to the organisation, urging it to refrain from using the summit name.
While expressing concern over potential confusion, he noted that the use of a similar name “could blur distinctions between separate initiatives and may affect existing partnerships and engagements.”
The 2026 event being promoted by NDCCITMA is themed “Renewed Hope for Sustainable Development.”

Observers say the situation underscores the increasing relevance of intellectual property protection within Nigeria’s growing conference and investment promotion space.


“The leadership of the NDCCITMA lacks credibility, and there is an urgent need for a comprehensive audit. As Niger Deltans, we no longer feel safe or confident in their ability to ensure sustainable partnerships and development,” Amb Kenule explains.

As of the time of filing this report, NDCCITMA has not issued an official public response regarding the matter.

NNPC Ltd And The Future of Nigeria

By Dan D Kunle

As usual, I am an ordinary citizen, and like many Nigerians, I remain naturally optimistic and hopeful about the possibilities of a better tomorrow, even if such hopes are not always realised. Hope is part of our national character. We endure setbacks, yet continue to believe renewal is possible.
But optimism must never become a substitute for reality. It must be tested against evidence, performance and outcomes. It is from that standpoint that I reflect on the future of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) and what it means for Nigeria.
Few institutions matter more to the Nigerian state.
Recent developments underscore just how strategic energy institutions can be when they are properly conceived and executed. The emergence of the Dangote Refinery, despite its well‑known challenges and controversies, has already altered Nigeria’s energy calculus. At a time of heightened global supply disruptions, volatile geopolitics and constrained refining capacity across multiple regions, the commissioning of a large, integrated domestic refinery has begun to reduce Nigeria’s exposure to external shocks, ease pressure on foreign exchange and improve fuel availability. Its impact, even at partial operations, illustrates what competent capital mobilisation, clarity of purpose and scale can achieve for national energy security. It also serves as a reminder that institutional performance, not intent, is what ultimately reshapes outcomes.
NNPC Ltd sits at the centre of public finance, foreign exchange earnings, energy security and investor confidence. For decades, petroleum revenues have sustained federal and state budgets, financed imports and provided the fiscal oxygen on which government depends. Agriculture no longer carries the economy as it once did. Manufacturing remains weak. Non‑oil exports are still too small. In practical terms, Nigeria remains heavily dependent on hydrocarbons.
That is why the future of NNPC Ltd is inseparable from the future of Nigeria.
When the current leadership team, led by Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari and the board chaired by Musa Ahmadu‑Kida, assumed office, many expected a decisive break from the past. The hope was that a commercially run company, backed by the Petroleum Industry Act, would finally emerge from the ruins of bureaucracy, opacity and political patronage.
I shared that hope.
After observing developments over the past year, however, I have become less optimistic and more cautious.
The issue is not personalities. It is structural.
Nigeria has attempted to create a modern national energy company while preserving an old political control model. That contradiction lies at the heart of NNPC Ltd’s difficulties.
In theory, NNPC Ltd belongs to Nigerians. In practice, Nigerians can only exercise ownership indirectly through the state. Effective governing authority rests largely with the presidency, which appoints ministers, directors and senior executives. The result is layered ownership, centralised power and diffused accountability.
Such a model rarely produces transformational institutions.
Boards struggle to exercise independent authority when ultimate political power lies elsewhere. Management teams find themselves constrained by political calculations, competing interests and administrative caution. Commercial logic often yields to state expediency. Decisions that should take weeks can take months. Problems that should be solved commercially become prolonged disputes.
No serious company can thrive under those conditions.
This helps explain why many of the operational weaknesses associated with the old NNPC remain visible in the new NNPC Ltd.
Joint ventures remain less effective than they should be. Technical and financial service agreements are not always managed with sufficient urgency. Asset optimisation remains slow. Internal coordination appears weak. Cost discipline is uneven. A culture of delay still competes with the need for delivery.
The greatest tragedy is that Nigeria is not suffering from a lack of resources. It is suffering from underperformance.
Several producing assets continue to illustrate this failure. OML 18, OML 24, OML 42, OML 123 and OML124 are examples often cited in industry discussions as assets whose potential has not been fully realised. Some remain constrained by evacuation challenges, unresolved commercial disputes, infrastructure limitations or management bottlenecks.
These are not geological failures. They are governance failures.
An oil‑producing nation with Nigeria’s reserves should not be struggling to maximise already discovered and producing assets. Such matters ought to be resolved through competent negotiation, decisive leadership and disciplined execution.
Instead, opportunities are delayed while national needs grow.
The economic cost is immense.
Every barrel not produced is lost revenue. Every gas molecule not commercialised is lost industrial power. Every delayed investment decision weakens confidence. Every unresolved dispute signals risk to international capital.
Investors do not wait indefinitely. Capital flows to jurisdictions where rules are clear, governance is predictable and execution is credible.
Nigeria today competes for investment not only with Angola and Guyana, but with the United States shale sector, the Middle East and emerging producers across Africa. Sentiment alone will not attract capital. Performance will.
Without deep reform, external investment will remain cautious. Joint ventures will continue to perform below potential. Oil and gas production will remain under‑optimised. Leakages will persist. Revenue pressures will intensify. And when the country’s most strategic commercial institution underperforms, the wider economy eventually pays the price.
This is why the debate around NNPC Ltd must move beyond personalities.
No chief executive, however competent, can fully succeed inside a structure designed to dilute authority and multiply interference. Likewise, no board can deliver exceptional governance if it lacks the power, autonomy or political backing to enforce standards.
Systems matter more than individuals.
It is against this backdrop that the appointment of Mr Fola Adeola to lead a presidential energy task force must be understood. The very creation of such a body is itself an admission of the depth and persistence of failure across Nigeria’s energy sector. A task force is rarely convened where systems are working; it is convened when normal structures have proven inadequate. Yet the composition of the task force raises difficult questions about continuity of reform thinking. Many of the individuals who played defining roles in Nigeria’s foundational oil and gas reforms of the early 2000s, figures such as Mallam Nasir El‑Rufai, Dr M. M. Ibrahim and Professor Yinka Omorogbe, SAN, are noticeably absent. Institutions do not reform themselves through goodwill alone; they require memory, precedent and hard‑won experience. How this task force will navigate the full breadth of Nigeria’s energy value chain, reconcile competing interests and translate diagnosis into execution remains unclear. For now, it is an experiment that warrants close observation rather than premature judgment.
Another concern is continuity of reform thinking. Many of those associated with earlier oil and gas reform efforts are no longer present in the current architecture. That is not to suggest reform belongs to any one generation, but institutions need memory. They need continuity of purpose, accumulated learning and consistency of execution.
When reform becomes episodic, progress becomes fragile.
Nigeria should by now be targeting materially higher crude production over time, while aggressively expanding gas supply for domestic power, petrochemicals, fertiliser and exports. With one of the world’s largest gas endowments, the country should be building an industrial economy around energy abundance.
Yet ambition without institutional capacity is merely rhetoric.
What then is required?
First, governance must be clarified. Ownership and accountability cannot remain blurred.
Second, the board must have genuine authority to govern, not symbolic responsibility without power.
Third, management must be empowered to act commercially within clear performance targets, insulated as far as possible from routine political intrusion.
Fourth, stranded and underperforming assets must be urgently reviewed, restructured and commercialised.
Fifth, transparency, procurement discipline, digital accountability and cost efficiency must become non‑negotiable.
Above all, national interest must prevail over internal turf battles.
To conclude, I am not an incurable pessimist. Nor am I hostile to the current leadership. I remain hopeful that course correction is still possible. But hope must be earned through measurable outcomes.
From all available records and information within the sector, one year is too short a period to fairly and objectively assess the full performance of Bayo Ojulari and his team. The scale of dysfunction inherited, particularly across the upstream and downstream value chain, means no serious transformation could have been completed within such a short time.
To his credit, there are signs of pragmatism. The willingness to move away from endlessly funding troubled refineries and to confront the burden of stranded downstream assets suggests a more realistic reading of Nigeria’s energy challenges.
Yet realism alone is not enough.
The progress visible so far is insufficient to justify stellar pass marks. But it is also too early to pronounce failure. What is clear is that the harder phase of reform still lies ahead.
My greater concern is whether the approaching political cycle will deny management the policy focus, institutional backing and difficult decisions required to succeed. Reform in Nigeria often slows when politics intensifies.
That must not happen again.
NNPC Ltd remains too important to be trapped between old inefficiencies and new distractions. Its success will strengthen public finance, investor confidence, energy security and national stability. Its failure will deepen pressures already facing the country.
For now, judgment should remain reserved, expectations should remain high, and performance should remain the only true measure.
The future of NNPC Ltd, and in many respects the future of Nigeria, will be decided not by promises, but by what happens next.

Dan D Kunle writes from Abuja.

“I have never in my life addressed Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a drvg lord...”
Daniel Bwala.

Following an interview with President Tinubu aide Daniel Bwala, he denied that never in my life he had addressed Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a drug lord. But this video shows when he nor just accused him, he said he was not good enough to be Nigeria's President.

Receipt 🧾
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xD1gU91Kuas?si=jeWyczUXSCx4v-5Y

BY ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM

Across much of Africa, Nigeria in particular public discourse increasingly reflects a deep frustration with governance, leadership, and the slow pace of development.

While democratic systems have been widely adopted, their principles often struggle to take firm root in practice. Institutions remain fragile, accountability mechanisms are weak, and leadership frequently falls short of the expectations of the people.

There is a growing perception that the promise of independence has not translated into the prosperity many envisioned.

Decades after colonial rule, basic infrastructure, reliable power supply, quality roads, functional rail systems, accessible healthcare, and strong educational institutions remains inadequate in many parts of the continent.

This has led some to question whether post-colonial leadership has maximized the opportunities for growth and nation-building.

A central concern is the persistence of corruption and the misuse of public resources. Too often, public office is seen not as a platform for service, but as an avenue for personal enrichment.

Wealth accumulated through public trust is frequently diverted and, in many cases, transferred abroad rather than reinvested into local economies where it could stimulate growth, create jobs, and improve living standards. This pattern not only undermines development but also erodes public confidence in governance.

Equally troubling is the enduring influence of ethno-religious divisions in political and civic life. Rather than serving as a source of diversity and strength, these identities are frequently exploited, weakening national cohesion and hindering collective progress.

When leadership and accountability are filtered through ethnic or religious loyalties, merit, transparency, and justice are often compromised.

However, it is important to recognise that governance outcomes are not solely determined by leaders. Citizens themselves play a crucial role in shaping the direction of their nations.

Sustainable progress requires an engaged and vigilant populace, one that demands accountability, resists inducements of money politics, and prioritises national interest over narrow affiliations.

Nigeria, with its vast human and natural resources, holds immense potential to be a leading force on the continent. Yet this potential can only be realised through a renewed commitment to good governance at all levels, not just at the federal center, but also within states and local governments.

Governors, local government chairpersons, and councilors must be held to the same standards of accountability as national leaders.

In some regions of Africa, there are examples, albeit imperfect of governance models that prioritise infrastructure development and social investment alongside economic growth.

These cases demonstrate that progress is achievable where leadership is intentional and systems are strengthened.

For Nigeria, the path forward requires both structural and cultural change. Strengthening institutions, encouraging decentralisation where necessary, and fostering a culture of responsibility among citizens are essential steps.

National development cannot thrive in an environment where public trust is repeatedly broken, nor where citizens disengage from the democratic process.

Ultimately, the responsibility for building a just and prosperous society rests with both leaders and the led.

Nigerians must reject divisive politics, demand better governance, and actively participate in shaping their future. Only then can the country rise to its full potential and stand tall among the community of nations.

Anthony Ada Abraham is a journalist and social commentator writing from Abuja.

Nigeria’s Greatest Threat: Not Poverty, But Failed Governance https://kakaakireporters.com/nigerias-greatest-threat-not-poverty-but-failed-governance/

TEXT OF THE WORLD PRESS CONFERENCE ADDRESSED BY SENATOR DAVID MARK, CHAIRMAN OF THE AFRICAN DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS (ADC)

*TITLE: THIS ATTACK ON DEMOCRACY WILL NOT STAND*

On behalf of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), and lovers of democracy, I welcome you all to this world press conference.

Since 1999, Nigeria has been under democratic rule. After 27 years, we thought we could proudly celebrate the entrenchment of democracy, believing that the country’s dictatorial past has receded into history.

Our experience in the past three years or so since President Bola Tinubu came to power has however confirmed otherwise. Democracy is only sustained by the quality of freedom that it offers and guarantees, especially the freedom to choose, the freedom to participate, and the freedom to associate. These freedoms are so critical to democracy that without them, democracy dies.

Yet, in the past three years, we have witnessed a relentless assault on these very freedoms. The agenda is very clear, to create a situation where, in 2027, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emerges as the only option left for the people, despite the widespread suffering and wanton killings going on across the country. The twin challenge of deepening poverty, and worsening security situation in the country did not just happen. They are direct consequences of the failure of this government. They know that Nigerians will not want this to continue. They know Nigerians will vote them out. This is why they would do anything to hang on to power by hook or crook.

Background to the Coalition

The coalition of opposition parties came about as a result of a collective search for democratic freedom and the desire to resist what was clearly a relentless assault on opposition political parties. The coalition leaders decided to come together under ADC to save multi-party democracy in Nigeria and rescue Nigeria from what was clearly an emerging dictatorship.

We did not come to the ADC by chance. We did our due diligence. We fulfilled all the party’s constitutional requirements, as well as all wider requirements under the laws that guide the management and operation of political parties.

In furtherance of this process, a NEC meeting was convened on July 29th, 2025, monitored by INEC officials. One of the conclusions of that NEC meeting was the dissolution of the National Working Committee of the party, and the ratification of a caretaker committee to take over the affairs of the party, with my humble self, David Mark, as the National Chairman; Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as the National Secretary; as well as others who have since been serving as officers of the party.

In addition to witnessing this process that brought in the new leadership of the party, a formal report of these resolutions was subsequently communicated to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). On September 9th, 2025, INEC then uploaded the names of the relevant NWC members of the party, based on the NEC resolutions.

One of the officials in the dissolved NWC was Nafiu Bala, who was one of the Deputy National Chairmen of the party. It is on record that Gombe resigned this position on 17th May, 2025. His resignation was also duly transmitted to INEC on the 12th of August, 2025. Regardless of his resignation, he decided to approach the courts on September 2nd, 2025, four clear months after his resignation, seeking to be recognised as the Chairman of the ADC.

What this means is that by the 2nd of September, when he approached the courts, INEC was already aware that Secretary Aregbesola and I had been inaugurated on the 29th of July in a process monitored by INEC. INEC was also aware that Gombe had resigned his position before the said inauguration on the 29th of July.

While this matter was in court, our team of lawyers approached the Court of Appeal, challenging the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court. In rejecting the appeal, the Court of Appeal ordered the parties including INEC to maintain the status quo ante bellum.

After this ruling on March 12th, 2026, we noticed a flurry of activities by lawyers associated with Nafiu Bala, requesting INEC to recognise him as the new chairman, or to de-recognise Aregbesola and I as the secretary and chairman respectively, in a curious interpretation of what constitutes status quo ante bellum. But we knew all along that Nafiu Bala and his lawyers were not acting on their own volition. They had become willing tools in the hands of a ruling party that had lost all support and goodwill of the Nigerian people; a government that had become desperate to cling on to power by all means even if it meant throwing the country into avoidable crisis.

In the past couple of months, ADC has become the only viable opposition party left in Nigeria. But this APC government does not want any opposition. While we were fully aware of all their desperate plans, we remained confident that no level of desperation would have driven the government and the INEC to take a direct action against the ruling of the court. But we were wrong.

It was therefore to our surprise, yesterday, 1st of April, that INEC issued a press statement after the close of business hours, announcing that it had decided to withdraw recognition for both the ADC leadership, which I head, and the fictitious one purportedly led by Nafiu Bala, thereby creating a false equivalence between the parties.

By purporting to recognizing Nafiu Bala as a faction, INEC seems to have conveniently forgotten that this individual had resigned his position, to the knowledge of INEC itself.

The Legal Position

The crux of the matter is the interpretation of what constitutes status quo ante bellum, which the Court of Appeal directed should be maintained. From all authoritative counsel at our disposal, there is no legal interpretation or precedent that could possibly lead to the outcome that INEC seeks to foist on our party.

Based on its press statement of yesterday, INEC is pretending to be confused as to what constitutes the status quo ante bellum. If this was so, under the circumstances, what one would have expected was for INEC to approach the Court of Appeal to request a judicial interpretation of what truly represents the status quo under the circumstances. But it did not do this. While posturing to be neutral, its actions confirm that it has become irredeemably partisan, working, as it were, towards a preconceived agenda. With its action, this INEC has left no one in doubt that it has chosen the path of dishonour and has become complicit in undermining Nigeria’s democracy. It therefore can no longer be trusted.

What we say in essence is this: INEC cannot choose to fix the status quo from the day it took the administrative action to upload the names of the new ADC officials on its website, because INEC does not have the power to determine for any political party who its leaders should be. That decision was taken on July 29th, not on September 9th. With its press release yesterday, INEC has invented a status quo that never existed, because there was no time that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) did not have a duly constituted leadership. What INEC has done is to create a situation that, by its own curious logic, leaves the ADC without leadership. This certainly cannot be the status quo that the Court of Appeal directed should be preserved. It is an INEC invention that is not known to any Nigerian law.

There is only one conclusion that Nigerians can draw from the April 1st action taken by INEC: THE ELECTORAL UMPIRE HAS TAKEN SIDES. IT CAN NO LONGER BE TRUSTED. As a matter of fact, INEC has acted in contempt of the Court of Appeal and has therefore acted unlawfully.

My fellow democrats, distinguished ladies and gentlemen. It is not the ADC that is under attack. This is a direct assault on Nigeria’s democracy and the right of Nigerians to choose, participate, and exercise their rights as free citizens. We have witnessed how the APC-led Federal Government has undermined, compromised, and coerced other opposition political parties. The ADC has risen as the last bastion between Nigeria’s democracy and full-blown dictatorship. And this is what worries them.

What is now unfolding is a concerted effort to dismantle that last bulwark. If we allow this to happen, it could signal the end of our democracy as we know it. If we yield to it, we would have become complicit by our inaction. We therefore hold it a duty to our democracy and the Nigerian people to say “no”.

Right now, I speak to Nigerians at home and in diaspora. I also speak directly to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu: with 90% of the National Assembly and over 30 of Nigeria’s 36 Governors in the APC, President Tinubu, what are you afraid of? If you are convinced that you have done well for the people who voted for you, why are you afraid of a free, fair, and transparent electoral contest? If you are indeed the democrat that you claim to be, why are you bent on destroying all opposition political parties?

Let me reiterate for the record; there are no competing claims on the leadership of the ADC. Nafiu Bala has no locus whatsoever. INEC should have waited for the Court of Appeal to decide this matter. Instead, INEC went ahead to do the bidding of the ruling party. But let us be clear: the role of INEC over political parties is not administrative: it is not managerial: It is simply supervisory.

For the avoidance of doubt, the leadership of ADC inaugurated at the 29th July 2025, NEC meeting remains the lawful leaders of the party. Party members and all Nigerians should therefore remain calm as there is no cause for alarm whatsoever.

It is important to state the net implications of this decision taken by INEC, in case they had not thought of it, or they just do not care:

First, by attempting to subvert the leadership of the ADC, INEC has already undermined our participation in the Osun and Ekiti elections taking place later this year.

Secondly, we have our congresses starting on the 9th of April, 2026, ending with our convention on the 14th April, 2026. We have given due notice to INEC, and they have acknowledged receipt of that notice. This is what the law requires of us.

Let us sound a note of warning. This INEC under Professor Joash Amupitan will be held directly responsible for whatever actions or reactions that follow this criminal path that it has chosen to take.

Our demand is therefore clear:

We demand the immediate resignation or sack of the INEC Chairman, Professor Amupitan, and all the National Commissioners. We no longer have confidence in them. We are convinced that they are incapable of conducting any credible election.

Let us also make it clear: we are proceeding with our party programmes, because there is nothing under the law that makes INEC’s attendance, a mandatory requirement. We have duly served INEC notice, and we will proceed accordingly.

We also call on the international community to take note of INEC’s actions of April 1st, and of the restraint we are exercising today. We urge them to recognise the clear threat to Nigeria’s democracy and stability, and to hold accountable those who are undermining the integrity of the electoral process.

We call on Nigerians to defend our democracy. This is a defining moment. Stand firm. Speak out. Participate. Resist any attempt to impose a one-party state on Nigeria. Nigeria belongs to all of us, and together, we must protect it.

It is often said, that the arc of history does not bend towards tyranny. It bends towards freedom.

And no matter how long the night may seem, the morning will come.

Nigeria will not be silenced. Nigeria will not be conquered.

Nigeria is rising, ADC is rising.

END….

ABUJA, FCT

APRIL 1, 2026

PRESS STATEMENT

*APC RESUMES ELECTRONIC MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION*

The All Progressives Congress (APC) announces the resumption of its electronic membership registration exercise.

As the electronic membership registration exercise resumes in all wards and designated locations nationwide, we urge existing members to validate their membership while new members are encouraged to register and join the progressive family.

Registrants must be 18 years or older and must possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).

The e-registration exercise is designed to digitize the Party’s membership register, ensure the integrity of records, enhance efficient access to membership data for planning and management decisions, promote internal democracy, and strengthen the Party’s commitment to democratic innovation in Nigeria.

Signed:

*Felix Morka, CON*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

That's the only solution to end the insecurity

OneCandleAway:
Believe me, your president doesn't have the balls to activate S.O.E in the core north.

BY ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM 

Just as I know many will quickly drop all the blame at the feet of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I don’t think it’s fair or even accurate to load everything on him alone.

I’ve seen several posts trying to hold him responsible for insecurity from the very beginning, and I strongly disagree with that line of thinking.

Yes, he made bold and even harsh criticisms in the past calling out previous administrations for lacking the willpower to tackle insecurity, and even describing Olusegun Obasanjo’s tenure as deeply corrupt.

He also played a key role alongside the late Muhammadu Buhari in sending Goodluck Jonathan out of power. So clearly, he understood the issues long before stepping into office.

But the truth is, he inherited a system already weighed down by years of unresolved insecurity.

That said, being the “Jagaban” comes with expectations and Nigerians expect him to rise to the occasion.

Right now, it feels like the situation is slipping, and the problem is beginning to overwhelm his administration.

Like I’ve said before, this is the time for decisive action. Declaring a state of emergency in troubled states is not new...it’s something Obasanjo used effectively in the past to restore order.

No matter how entrenched or dangerous these groups are, a firm military-backed administration in those areas can drastically reduce the crisis in a short time.

I’m speaking from a place of understanding, our military has the capacity.

What they need is clear authority, full backing, and the freedom to execute their mandate without interference.

If Tinubu truly wants to earn the confidence of Nigerians, he must demonstrate strength and urgency in handling security. This is not the time to rely on state governors who are more interested in pleasing the center than protecting their people.

If a state of emergency could be declared in Rivers State over political tensions, then it raises a valid question on why not apply the same urgency in states where lives are being lost daily?

This is not complicated.

It’s not beyond our reach.

We have capable hands, willing forces, and the means to end this.

What is needed now is the will to act decisively and without delay.
Let’s stop the talk and confront this head-on.

A state of emergency in restive states can bring an end to this ongoing crisis.

©️Anthony Ada Abraham is a journalist and social commentator based in Abuja.

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BY ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM

When truth is deliberately obscured, the silence that follows becomes a predatory force. The shadows cast by such dishonesty do not merely hide the past; they eventually expand to consume the present.

​Following the brutal slaughter of about 40 innocent citizens in Plateau State , a region of deep personal significance, a disturbing pattern of narrative manipulation has emerged.

In the place of a transparent quest for justice, there is a calculated effort to deflect and divide. Rather than honouring the lives extinguished in Rukuba, the focus has been weaponised to create a convenient distraction.

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​Attention has been redirected toward a foreign figure who arrived in the wake of previous massacres in Benue State to offer tangible aid.

While the state remained paralysed, this individual was on the ground rebuilding homes and restoring the livelihoods of the broken. To question such humanitarian efforts while ignoring the systemic failure of leadership is a profound moral inversion.

It suggests that in certain circles, compassion is viewed with more suspicion than violence.

​There is a glaring hypocrisy in welcoming ideologues ...some of whom are blacklisted globally for extremism into the highest sanctums of power while vilifying those who provide actual relief to victims.

When radicalism is granted an audience and philanthropy is treated as a threat, the conscience of a nation is in peril.

​The attempt to pivot away from the ongoing bloodshed is not just offensive; it is a dangerous normalisation of horror. These are no longer isolated tragedies but a continuous, devastating reality that no rational society should be asked to accept.

​A chilling disparity exists in the level of public outrage. Mass demonstrations are organised for conflicts thousands of miles away, yet a hollow silence greets the terrorism occurring in the immediate backyard. There are no marches for the local dead, no widespread condemnation of the killers within, and no collective demand for accountability.

​What is unfolding appears to be a systematic campaign of erasure. Communities are being emptied, towns are becoming desolate, and ancestral lands are being forcibly abandoned.

When alarms are raised about this visible displacement, they are dismissed as mere political maneuvering. Yet, the physical absence of a people from their land cannot be explained away by rhetoric.

​The disconnect remains stark as life continues with festive normalcy in the corridors of power on the very days that citizens are being buried. In any society that holds human life sacred, such days would be marked by national mourning.

Instead, there is a sense that the vulnerable are expected to die in quiet obscurity while the privileged remain unbothered.

​The image of a grieving mother holding a lifeless child is a universal warning. It is a reflection that could belong to anyone. To believe that current safety equals permanent immunity is a dangerous delusion.

Silence and indifference do not halt the spread of fire; they only ensure that it eventually reaches everyone.

​The threat is no longer localised; it is moving through the North, into the Middle Belt, and toward the center. The blood of the innocent does not sleep, and a day of reckoning awaits those who have fostered this tragedy through either their actions or their complicity.

Anthony Ada Abraham, a journalist and social commentator, writes from Abuja.

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Tinubu was 52 years old in 1993. Today, he is 76 years old. What a wonder

Senior government officials, Party leaders, members, management, and staff of the Party’s National Secretariat, as well as well-wishers, attended the colourful and well-attended grand reception in honour of Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda (@nentawe1), National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, following his successful election and swearing-in at the Party’s National Convention on Saturday, 28th March 2026, at Ladi Kwali Hall, Abuja Continental Hotel (formerly Sheraton Abuja).

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ABUJA, FCT

MARCH 28, 2026

PRESS STATEMENT

*APC DISMISSES FAKE NEWS ON “PRICE OF 2027 ELECTION NOMINATION FORMS”*

The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been drawn to a false and misleading report circulating in sections of the media regarding a purported “price list” for expression of interest and nomination forms for the 2027 General Elections.

The APC states categorically that the report is FAKE, and did not emanate from the Party. To be clear, no decision or announcement has been made on the sale or pricing of forms for the 2027 elections. The report is a mere figment of the writer’s mischievous imagination.

We urge Party members, the media, and the general public to disregard the report in its entirety.

Signed:

*Felix Morka, CON*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

BY ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM

Nigeria’s tragedy is not a mystery, it is a wound that keeps bleeding because those entrusted to heal it are the very ones reopening it every day.

Everyone is desperate to “arrive” and feast. No one is willing to stay back and fix what is broken. They wear the mask of concern, speak the language of patriotism, but behind closed doors, it is all a performance, an elaborate deception designed to keep the cycle of looting alive while ordinary Nigerians sink deeper into suffering.

It hurts even more because the solutions are not impossible. They are not distant dreams. They are right in front of us.

If one man can build a working refinery while a state-owned institution has remained lifeless for decades, what excuse is left?

It becomes painfully clear that failure is not accidental, it is deliberate.

When a government abandons fixing power and instead looks for shortcuts, it is not just policy failure, it is a quiet announcement that darkness is here to stay. And the people are left to adapt, to endure, to survive in a system that was never designed to serve them.

They tell you “there is hope,” but even that hope has been reduced to survival, something as basic as food becoming the only promise. Dreams have been traded for daily bread.

Now that a few courageous voices are rising, ready to contribute and change the system, barriers are quickly erected, forms priced outrageously, doors slammed shut just to ensure that only the same recycled few remain in power.

It is a system built to exclude, to silence, to frustrate.

And then you ask yourself, what is the true meaning of governance in all of this? When those in power have no intention, no urgency, no genuine plan to fix the nation, what exactly are they governing?

The hypocrisy cuts deep. They preach that Nigeria is safe, that all is well, yet their own families live far away, enjoying the very systems they have denied their own people. That contradiction alone tells a painful truth.

Maybe one day, leadership will come with a condition: live here, raise your children here, use the same hospitals, the same roads, the same schools. Feel the pain of the people you claim to lead. Only then will governance become real.

But until that day comes, we remain trapped in a cycle of self-deception, telling ourselves that things will get better, clinging to hope that feels increasingly distant.

And the hardest truth to swallow?

At this rate, that better Nigeria may not come in this century.


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Tinubu’s Washington Problem Is Real, and No London Photo-Op Can Save Him

By Kio Amachree

Let us stop pretending that all is well.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu has a serious problem in Washington, and it is getting worse.

First came the U.S. court orders. In April 2025, a federal judge ordered the FBI and DEA to release records tied to Tinubu. Then in February 2026, Judge Beryl Howell lost patience with the delays, rebuked the agencies, demanded sworn explanations, imposed a release timetable, and ordered continuing status reports. That is not a trivial development. That is a sign that this matter is alive, active, and serious. 

Then came the political humiliation.

Nigeria was redesignated by the United States as a Country of Particular Concern in late October 2025 over religious-freedom abuses, a major diplomatic blow to any government that wants to be seen as credible, stable, and in control. By January 22, 2026, Abuja and Washington had to set up a special joint working group just to address the damage from that designation. That is not the posture of a respected partner. That is the posture of a government under pressure. 

Then came the desperate public-relations scramble.

Nigeria hired U.S. lobbyists in a $9 million effort to “communicate its position” to Washington as criticism mounted over insecurity and the treatment of Christians. At the same time, First Lady Remi Tinubu went to Washington for the National Prayer Breakfast, appeared on conservative U.S. media, and met lawmakers as part of the same broader influence campaign. Nine million dollars spent, the First Lady dispatched, the full charm offensive activated, and yet the core problem remains. Tinubu still looks like a leader trying to repair trust he does not have. 

And now the security optics are even more damaging.

Reuters reported on March 21, 2026 that the United States has multiple MQ-9 drones operating in Nigeria alongside about 200 U.S. troops providing intelligence and training support. Whether Abuja likes it or not, that is the image of a country viewed in Washington not as a normal democratic success story, but as a worsening security problem. 

Put all of this together and the picture is ugly.

A president with unresolved U.S. records hanging over him.
A country branded by Washington as a Country of Particular Concern.
A $9 million lobbying campaign that reeks of desperation.
A First Lady sent to plead Nigeria’s case in America.
U.S. troops and drones on Nigerian soil because insecurity is spiraling.

This is not strength. This is weakness dressed up as diplomacy.

Tinubu’s supporters may still choose fantasy over facts. They may tell themselves that a state visit to Britain, a few smiling photographs, and establishment handshakes in Europe will solve the problem. They will not. London cannot erase a U.S. federal court order. Paris cannot bury FBI and DEA files. No friendly foreign capital can wash away the stain of a government that has had to spend millions begging Washington to change its mind while America simultaneously brands Nigeria a serious violator and deepens its own military footprint inside the country. 

This is why I believe Tinubu’s political danger is not coming from the usual noise in Abuja. It is coming from the collision between old records, present insecurity, and foreign distrust.

Once the remaining documents come out, Nigerians may discover that the problem was never just bad governance.

It was that the man at the top had become a liability to the very foreign powers whose approval he desperately needed.

And when that truth lands fully, many of his supporters will be shattered.

Because the real story may turn out not to be that Tinubu was protected.

It may be that he was useful, until he became too expensive to protect.

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See eh… anytime someone speaks up, it’s suddenly like we just enjoy complaining.

The so-called “r@ping festival” in Ozoro, Delta State, should never have happened. I’ve been to Delta State myself, even visited the King of Oleh Kingdom during an outreach with a foundation, and it’s honestly shocking to hear something like this associated with that region. I never imagined that people in Ozoro would sink this low or allow such a disturbing act to take place in their own community.

But how do you keep quiet in this day and age when we’re still dealing with something as disgusting and sensitive as ræpe and molestation in our society?

How do people still find it so easy to exploit others like this?
I had to go and watch the videos myself before saying anything and what I saw was beyond disturbing.

According to what I read, women are supposedly not allowed to be outside by 12 midnight for seven days or they risk being ræped by youths or men. What kind of madness is that?

What kind of so-called festival promotes something so vile?

Which culture celebrates violating women instead of protecting them?

I watched young girls being chased and harassed by a group of miscreants lying in wait, ready to pounce on innocent women all in the name of a festival.

Is that what we’ve reduced ourselves to?

I saw a woman on an okada surrounded by a mob, the rider almost lynched just because he didn’t stop, and they dragged the woman off the bike like she was nothing.

I saw another woman stripped naked by about 10 grown men ...twenty! before someone casually decided it was “okay” to let her go. Like her dignity meant absolutely nothing.

I saw a man trying to help a lady escape from that chaos, and by then her clothes and bra had already been torn apart.

Let’s stop deceiving ourselves, this is not a festival. This is organised, targeted sexual harassment, enabled by whoever came up with that completely senseless and evil idea.

Maybe this has been happening quietly before, but now that it’s out in the open, it must end.

Everyone involved in creating and promoting this barbaric act must face the full weight of Nigerian law. No excuses.

Why is it that we always lean toward the worst possible behaviour in this country?

Why do we embrace evil like it’s normal?

Look at the number of able-bodied men outside, full of energy to assault women but are nowhere to be found when it’s time to defend their communities from kidnappers and real threats.

The state government must act, track down every single person responsible and shut down that nonsense completely. Enough is enough.

The Chief Priest in Ozoro, along with the Oramudhu leaders who allegedly organised and planned the festival without the knowledge or approval of the king, have been arrested by the Nigeria Police Force.

©️ Anthony Ada Abraham


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Property Dispute: Chief Oguejiofor Debunks Viral Allegations, Demands End To Online Attacks

*..says it's not a case of fraud*

The management of First Rotech Group of Companies Limited has strongly refuted allegations of fraud circulating on social media against its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Chief Augustine Chukwudi Oguejiofor, describing the claims as false, malicious and part of a coordinated campaign to damage his reputation.

In an official statement issued on behalf of the company, Chief Oguejiofor addressed the controversy generated by allegations made by Ifeanyi Michael Udezu and amplified online by social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan.

The company said the narrative being circulated online misrepresents what is essentially a civil business disagreement arising from a failed land transaction in Abuja and not a case of fraud.

According to the statement, the dispute began when Mr Udezu entered into a land purchase agreement with a company within the First Rotech Group. Under the agreement, he was to acquire a property in Abuja after earlier expressing interest in another parcel of land offered by the company.

The company explained that although the price and terms were agreed, Mr Udezu allegedly failed to meet the agreed payment schedule and defaulted on the contractual terms.

Following several delays and missed deadlines, both parties reportedly agreed to terminate the transaction and proceed with a refund of the funds already paid.

The management emphasised that the agreement to refund the money was reached mutually after it became clear that the transaction could no longer be completed under the original terms.

The company further noted that Mr Udezu had previously filed a petition with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, but later withdrew it after acknowledging that the matter was essentially a civil contractual dispute.

According to the statement, the withdrawal of the petition reinforced the position that no criminal wrongdoing had occurred.

Despite this development, the company expressed surprise that the same matter was later taken to social media platforms where, it said, misleading narratives were presented to the public.

Chief Oguejiofor said the company had already agreed to refund the money paid by Mr Udezu in line with the earlier understanding between both parties.

He stressed that the organisation remains committed to honouring the agreement and resolving the matter amicably, while insisting that the allegations of fraud being circulated online are baseless.

“The actions of Mr Udezu in resorting to public accusations despite the agreed resolution amount to a deliberate attempt to blackmail and defame our Chief Executive Officer and the organisation,” the statement said.

The management also condemned what it described as a growing trend of “trial by social media”, warning that unverified allegations and viral accusations could inflict serious reputational damage on individuals and businesses.

It criticised the role of online influencers in amplifying claims without verifying facts or seeking the perspective of the other party involved.
According to the statement, such conduct undermines fairness and responsible public discourse.

The company has therefore demanded that Mr Udezu immediately retract the allegations he made publicly and issue an apology.

It also called on VeryDarkMan to remove all videos and posts related to the matter from his social media platforms and desist from further dissemination of what it described as defamatory content.

The management warned that failure to comply with these demands would compel the company to pursue legal action to protect the reputation and interests of its Chairman.

Chief Oguejiofor, who has built a reputation in business and real estate development over the years, said the company would not allow misinformation and online attacks to undermine its credibility.

While reaffirming its willingness to resolve the issue through lawful and civil means, the company urged the public to disregard the viral allegations and await the proper resolution of the matter through established legal processes.

“We remain committed to transparency, integrity and the rule of law,” the statement concluded, “and we will take all necessary steps to defend the reputation of our Chairman and the values upon which our organisation stands.”

Over the past two decades, Jihadist militant groups have spread across large parts of the African continent. Weak governments and vast uncontrolled terrain have allowed them to recruit fighters and establish strongholds.

These are 10 of the most prominent Jihadist groups currently terrorizing Africa.

#JNIM (Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin)

JNIM was formed in 2017 when several jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda merged under the leadership of Iyad Ag Ghaly.

Since then, it has grown into one of the most powerful Islamist insurgent groups on the continent, stretching across 12 African states.

The group is responsible for large-scale massacres in Mali and Burkina Faso, often targeting entire villages where residents are accused of cooperating with governments.

#Al-Shabaab

Al-Shabaab emerged in 2006 as the youth wing of the Islamic Courts Union, which briefly ruled parts of Somalia before being defeated by Ethiopian forces.

It is responsible for major terrorist attacks, including the Westgate Mall attack (Kenya, 2013) and the Garissa University massacre (2015), among many others.

In February 2012, al-Shabaab's leadership pledged allegiance to al-Qaeda.

#ISWAP (Islamic State West Africa Province)

After Boko Haram split into factions in 2016, one faction pledged allegiance to ISIS, creating ISWAP. The group operates around Lake Chad, mainly in northeastern Nigeria, but also in Niger, Chad, and Cameroon.

They are responsible for mass killings of villagers, attacks on military bases, kidnappings, and forced taxation of civilians living in areas they control.

#Islamic State in the Sahel (formerly ISGS)

Islamic State in the Sahel was founded in 2015 by Adnan Abu Walid al-Sahrawi, who pledged allegiance to ISIS.

The group operates mainly in the dangerous tri-border region between Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, one of the most unstable areas in Africa.

Some of their attacks have killed hundreds of civilians in a single raid, making the group one of the deadliest ISIS affiliates on the continent.

#ADF (Allied Democratic Forces)

The ADF was originally formed in 1995 in Uganda as a rebel movement fighting the government of President Yoweri Museveni. Over time, the group moved into eastern Congo, where it evolved into a brutal Islamist militant organization.

Today it operates mainly in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, carrying out massacres of villagers, beheadings, kidnappings of children, and attacks on churches.

In 2019, it pledged allegiance to ISIS.

#ISIS-Mozambique (also called ASWJ)

ISIS-Mozambique emerged around 2017 when radical Islamist cells began operating in northern Mozambique, and have become notorious for its brutal tactics.

Its most infamous attack was the 2021 assault on the town of Palma that killed over 600 civilians. Survivors later described kidnappings, executions, and widespread sexual violence carried out by the insurgents.

#ISIS-Somalia

ISIS-Somalia was formed in 2015 when a faction of al-Shabaab broke away and pledged loyalty to the Islamic State.

Although the group is much smaller than al-Shabaab, it plays an important role in ISIS’s financial and logistics network in Africa.

Intelligence agencies believe it helps keep the ISIS network alive in East Africa and connects militants across several countries.

#AQIM (Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb)

AQIM was created in 2007 when an Algerian militant group called the Salafist Group for Preaching and Combat joined al-Qaeda.

At its peak, AQIM controlled large parts of northern Mali and helped turn the Sahel into one of the world’s most dangerous regions.

Many of today’s jihadist groups in West Africa grew out of networks originally built by AQIM.

#Boko Haram

Boko Haram was founded in 2002 by Mohammed Yusuf as a radical Islamist movement rejecting Western education and government authority. The group operates mainly in northeastern Nigeria, but its attacks have spread across the wider Lake Chad region.

The group became globally infamous in 2014 after kidnapping 276 Christian schoolgirls from the town of Chibok. The girls were taken into the Sambisa Forest, a Boko Haram stronghold where they were forced to convert to Islam and faced se!xual violence.

Over the years, some of the girls have been released through negotiations with the government in exchange for Boko Haram prisoners, but today approximately 82–91 girls remain missing.

#Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF)

What makes the SAF unique is that it is not a militant movement, but the official national army of Sudan that powerful Islamist networks have successfully infiltrated.

These networks date back to the regime of Omar al-Bashir, who ruled Sudan from 1989 to 2019 with the support of political movements influenced by Muslim Brotherhood ideology.

Many of these figures remained influential after Bashir was removed from power, and some have re-emerged during Sudan’s current civil war.

Since fighting erupted, the Sudanese Armed Forces have carried out airstrikes and artillery attacks on civilian areas, especially targeting villages with a Christian population.

Fox News noted, “The Evangelical church in Omdurman… was bombed even though it was not in a combat zone.”

The Sudanese Armed Forces use celebrations when they know Christians will be gathered together. As recently as Christmas Day last year, 11 Sudanese Christians were killed and many more injured while taking part in a procession to their local church.

Rafat Samir, general secretary of the Sudan Evangelical Alliance, told Fox News that: “Opposing them (Christians) is their religious duty. Whoever does something to harm Christians is considered favorable to the law or to Allah.”

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BY KELVIN ALOHAN

Nigeria’s democratic journey has been marked by periodic reforms aimed at strengthening electoral integrity, yet the quest for credible elections remains fraught with challenges. At the heart of this struggle lies the recurring debate over amendments to the Electoral Act, legislative efforts intended to close loopholes, enhance transparency, and restore public confidence in the ballot. The proposed Electoral Act Amendment Bill represents another critical moment in this ongoing process, but it also exposes a deeper dilemma: can legal reforms alone guarantee credible elections in Nigeria?

The Electoral Act serves as the legal framework guiding the conduct of elections in Nigeria, defining procedures for voter registration, candidate nomination, campaign financing, voting, collation, and dispute resolution. Over the years, amendments have sought to address emerging challenges, particularly technological innovations such as electronic transmission of results and biometric voter accreditation.

The 2022 Electoral Act, widely praised for introducing the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and provisions for electronic transmission, was seen as a watershed in Nigeria’s electoral reform. However, the controversies that trailed the 2023 general elections revealed that legal provisions, no matter how progressive, are only as effective as their implementation.

The current push for further amendments reflects widespread concerns about gaps exposed during recent elections. Key proposals under discussion include clearer timelines for result transmission, stricter penalties for electoral offences, improved guidelines for the use of technology, and greater independence for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Proponents argue that these changes will reduce human interference, curb manipulation, and strengthen institutional accountability. Yet critics caution that frequent amendments risk creating legal uncertainty and may be driven more by political expediency than genuine reform. One of the central dilemmas is the persistent tension between technological innovation and infrastructural reality.

Electronic transmission of results, for instance, promises transparency and speed, but Nigeria’s uneven network coverage and power supply challenges raise concerns about reliability. When technology fails or is inconsistently applied, it can deepen suspicion rather than build trust. Thus, while the amendment bill may mandate digital processes, the success of such provisions depends on investments in infrastructure, training, and contingency planning.

Another challenge lies in enforcement. Nigeria has robust electoral laws on paper, but accountability for violations remains weak. Vote-buying, intimidation, ballot snatching, and result manipulation continue to undermine electoral credibility. The proposed amendments seek tougher sanctions for offenders, yet without an independent and efficient enforcement mechanism, such as a dedicated electoral offences commission, these provisions may have limited impact. The dilemma, therefore, is not merely legislative but institutional: how to ensure that rules are enforced impartially in a highly politicized environment.

Political will is perhaps the most decisive factor. Electoral reforms often emerge from elite negotiations, where incumbents may resist changes perceived to threaten their advantage. While lawmakers publicly endorse credible elections, their commitment is sometimes tested when reforms alter the balance of power. The amendment process itself can become a battleground for partisan interests, leading to watered-down provisions or delayed implementation. Consequently, the credibility of elections depends not only on the content of the law but also on the sincerity of those who enact and operate it.

Public trust remains a critical component of electoral legitimacy. Nigerians have repeatedly expressed skepticism about the fairness of elections, a sentiment fueled by historical irregularities and contested outcomes. Legal amendments can signal progress, but trust is built through consistent, transparent practices over time. Civil society organisations (CSOs), the media, and election observers play vital roles in monitoring compliance and educating voters, yet their efforts must be complemented by openness from electoral authorities.

Furthermore, the judiciary’s role in resolving electoral disputes significantly shapes perceptions of credibility. Prolonged litigation, contradictory judgments, and procedural technicalities often overshadow substantive justice. Amendments that streamline dispute resolution and clarify evidentiary standards could help restore confidence. However, judicial independence and capacity are equally essential to ensuring that electoral justice is not only done but seen to be done.

The dilemma of credible elections in Nigeria ultimately reflects a broader governance challenge. Laws can set standards, but institutions, infrastructure, political culture, and civic engagement determine outcomes. The Electoral Act Amendment Bill offers an opportunity to refine Nigeria’s electoral framework, but it is not a silver bullet. Without effective implementation, enforcement, and political commitment, even the most well-crafted amendments may fail to deliver the credible elections Nigerians demand.

As Nigeria approaches future electoral cycles, the debate over the amendment bill should move beyond technical provisions to address systemic issues. Strengthening INEC’s autonomy, investing in technological and logistical capacity, prosecuting electoral offences, and fostering a democratic culture that values the sanctity of the vote are all essential steps.

Credible elections are not merely a legal aspiration; they are the foundation of democratic legitimacy and national stability. The challenge for Nigeria is to ensure that electoral reforms translate from legislative text into lived democratic reality.



Kelvin Alohan is a journalist and a public commentator writes in from Abuja 


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THEY HID THE TRUTH FOR 20 YEARS. TODAY, IT CAME OUT.

For two decades, the media told you Donald J. Trump was friends with Epstein. They showed you the photos. They pushed the narrative. They lied.

Today, The New Yorker a left-wing magazine published an article confirming what we knew all along.

A newly released FBI report shows that on February 16, 2006, Donald J. Trump contacted the police to report Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes.

Think about it.

Not the Clintons. Not the Bidens. Not the Hollywood elite. Not the global leaders.

Only ONE man went to the authorities. Twenty years ago.

Why did the media bury this? Why did the FBI sit on this report?

Because it destroys their narrative. It proves Trump was never one of them. He was always the threat, trying to expose the rot from the inside.

This isn’t just another story. This is the story.

The one they never wanted you to hear.

It’s all coming out now. All of it.

NOTHING can stop what is coming.

Three Suspects in 22-Year-Old E-Hailing Driver Isaac Satlat’s Murder Appear in Pretoria Magistrate's Court

Three suspects linked to the murder of 22-year-old e-hailing driver Isaac Satlat have made their first appearance in Pretoria Magistrate's Court.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NikQ59BgII?si=LHDJv2uTuZm-S5m9

The case, sparked by a disturbing video that circulated online, has reignited calls for justice, road safety, and protection for drivers working in the gig economy. As proceedings begin, many are watching closely, hoping accountability will follow.

Exactly eleven years ago (February 15th, 2015) the world watched in horror as members of the Islamic State (ISIS) brutally beheaded 21 Christians on a beach in Libya.

Images from the 2015 executions of 21 “people of the cross” on a beach in Libya are seared into the memory of millions. The victims, 20 Coptic Christians from Egypt and one Christian from Ghana, were hailed as martyrs and heroes. The video captured some of them saying, in the final seconds of their earthly lives, “Jesus, help me.” They could have saved their lives by accepting Islam, but knowing what awaited them, they chose the way of Christ. Christians around the world continue to draw inspiration from their courageous faith.

We remember them by name today, 11 years later, so that their bravery and conviction will never be forgotten.

• Bishoy Adel Khalaf
• Samuel Alhoam Wilson
• Hany Abdel-Masih Salib
• Melad Mackeen Zaki
• Abanoub Ayad Attia
• Ezzat Bushra Nassif
• Yousef Shokry Younan
• Kirillos Shukry Fawzy
• Majed Suleiman Shehata
• Samuel Stéphanos Kamel
• Malak Ibrahim Siniot
• Bishoy Stéphanos Kamel
• Mena Fayez Aziz
• Girgis Melad Sniout
• Tawadros Youssef Tawadros
• Essam Badr Samir
• Luke Ngati
• Jaber Mounir Adly
• Malak Faraj Abram
• Sameh Salah Farouk
• Matthew Ayariga

Heavenly Father, the world doesn’t know why these 21 men were able to stand so firm on their convictions. Their bravery makes no sense to them, and yet believers in Jesus need look no further than the cross to see how these 21 men were able to do what they did. Your son Jesus is our ultimate example of laying down one’s life for the sake of truth. In remembering these brave martyrs of the faith we harken back to the day, 2,000 years ago, when your son laid down his life for the sake of the world. Thank you Father for not leaving us on earth to fend for ourselves but sending your son to show us the way that we are to live and, yes, the way we are to die. Thank you for the example of these 21 men and we lift up their families today on the 11th anniversary of their martyrdom. May the humility and strength of Jesus be our guide today, as it was for these men 11 years ago. In the powerful name of Jesus, the risen savior, Amen!

“And being found in the fashion of a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient unto death—even the death of the cross.” Philippians 2:8


Christians have really suffered in the hands of people who are less populated than them;
Less powerful than them;
Less scientifically innovative than them;
Less technologically driven than them;
Less skillful than them;
Basically less than them...

All because we adore the PRINCE OF PEACE ✝️

Donald J. Trump captured a dictator. Maduro is sitting in a cell in New York. Special Forces blasted through steel doors like paper.

He seized 6 oil tankers across TWO oceans. The Navy tracked them from the Caribbean to the Indian Ocean.

He gave Iran 30 days. They’re now BEGGING to negotiate. Talks start Tuesday.

He told Hamas: FULL disarmament. Then raised $5 BILLION to rebuild Gaza.

He released 3 MILLION Epstein files. Goldman Sachs lawyers are resigning. Princes are being investigated. The elite are in free fall.

And 10 days ago, the last nuclear treaty expired. No limits. For the first time in 50 years, America’s nuclear arsenal is UNCHAINED.

One man did this. In 60 days.

They told you he’d start World War III. Instead, he ended wars, captured dictators, and made the entire world come to the table.

This isn’t politics. This is history.

He's Lincoln x 10. The greatest of all time 🐐

HacheNoire:
Beautiful art and culture!

On behalf of my Honorable self and patriotic citizens of our great country, I will like to use this medium to Congratulate the Governor and citizens of Kebbi state.

Truly, Kebbi is the land of equity and His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) at several instances has buttressed and reaffirmed that fact.

We just have bad leadership and wicked and greedy rulers. Nigeria is blessed

Thousands of fishermen converged on the historic Matan Fada River in Argungu on Saturday for the grand finale of the 2026 Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival (AIFCF).
Competitors, clad in traditional fishing gear and bearing nets and calabashes, assembled at designated points as early as 5:00 a.m., awaiting the start of the eagerly anticipated contest.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kH-ZF1B_roU?si=wB-MNDebmcjfljvS
The annual festival remains one of Nigeria’s most celebrated cultural showcases, attracting participants and spectators from across Kebbi State, Nigeria, and beyond.

#Argungu #ArgunguFestival #AIFCF #KebbiState #Nigeria #ArgunguFishingFestival

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlR0nXKcZHc?si=4MK3BtG9vUzXIAFr

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlR0nXKcZHc?si=4MK3BtG9vUzXIAFr