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Fani-Kayode Lashes Out at Sheikh Gumi Over ‘Empty Coffins’ Remark

Fani-Kayode Lashes Out at Sheikh Gumi Over ‘Empty Coffins’ Remark

Former Minister of Aviation Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned remarks made by Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, who suggested Christians in Nigeria's middle belt stage killings to fabricate claims of genocide. Gumi's comments, made amid ongoing violence and insecurity in the region, have sparked widespread outrage. Fani-Kayode described the statement as "insensitive and misleading", saying it's a "monstrous mendacity" to claim Christians aren't being targeted and killed. In a statement shared on social media, Fani-Kayode emphasized Christians face sustained attacks from Islamist terrorist groups, leading to significant loss of life. He noted extremist violence affects multiple groups, but Christians are disproportionately…
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BREAKING: Lawmaker Obi Aguocha Writes President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Says Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Is Hurting Nigeria

BREAKING: Lawmaker Obi Aguocha Writes President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Says Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Is Hurting Nigeria

A federal lawmaker, Hon. Obinna Aguocha, has written to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to invoke Section 174 of the 1999 Constitution to discontinue the prosecution of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. In the letter dated November 17, 2025, and addressed to the President at the Aso Rock Villa, made available to ABN TV, Aguocha argued that the prolonged detention and trial of Kanu have escalated regional tension, deepened mistrust, and undermined public confidence in government institutions. According to him, continuing the legal process has become counterproductive and now threatens national…
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The Downside of a Yoruba Pastor In The Person of PRIMATE ELIJAH AYODELE Blaming the Igbo as Nigeria’s Problem

The Downside of a Yoruba Pastor In The Person of PRIMATE ELIJAH AYODELE Blaming the Igbo as Nigeria’s Problem

By Mazi Otti NwakaNSCCABSSCFOA. When a religious leader from one ethnic group publicly declares that another tribe—here, the Igbo—is the cause of Nigeria’s difficulties, the statement reverberates far beyond the pulpit. Such rhetoric can deepen existing cleavages, erode trust among citizens, and undermine the nation’s collective effort to address real challenges. While freedom of expression protects the pastor’s right to speak, the impact of his words illustrates several negative consequences. First, polarisation intensifies. Ethnic identity is already a sensitive fault line in Nigeria; framing a single group as the “problem” fuels stereotypes and resentment. Followers may interpret the claim as…
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China Commending Nigeria While Fueling Its Problems: A Dangerous Hypocrisy

China Commending Nigeria While Fueling Its Problems: A Dangerous Hypocrisy

It is unfortunate and deeply ironic that China, a nation whose activities have significantly contributed to Nigeria’s current challenges, would turn around and commend the country for its efforts in governance and development. Such praise, while seemingly diplomatic, conceals a darker reality—one that Nigerians must confront with courage and honesty. In many regions of Nigeria, particularly those rich in minerals, Chinese interests have entrenched themselves under the guise of “foreign investment.” However, what we are witnessing is far from genuine investment; it is exploitation. China’s involvement in illegal mining activities across states such as Zamfara, Niger, Nasarawa, and others has…
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Zik Of Africa; The Great Igbo Man That Hated His People

Zik Of Africa; The Great Igbo Man That Hated His People

Written by Elochukwu Ohagi,For Family Writers Press International. In 1966/70 the world witnessed an injustice against the people of Biafra. The unwarranted killing was sponsored and supported by Britain. The starvation of millions of children and the bombing of schools, hospitals, churches and farmlands. The Asaba genocide and the rest. But Nnamdi Azikiwe, a man they called a great Igbo man was in London giving a press release, calling Ojukwu a Tyrant, describing Biafrans as rebels and asking the world to stop every aid to Biafra. He believes that Biafrans should be starved into submission or extinction. A lot of…
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