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A Sincere Appeal To President Tinubu
Writers, individuals and some sections of the media have tried to paint the picture that the agitation in the South-East is mischievous, insincere and built on greed for power. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Commentators usually begin the story from the middle, thereby erasing the truth. The agitators are actually frustrated citizens who are scared of handing to their own children the unacceptable condition they found themselves in post-civil war Nigeria.
Still in pursuit of symptoms of the malaise
We have attacked the symptoms for 24 years. When will the country begin to address the root cause of the frustration and bitterness that inspired the agitation? By Elliot Ugochukwu-Uko, It has become impossible to keep quiet in the face of continuing sad preference by the authorities to consistently ignore the root cause of the problem whilst addressing only the symptoms of a much deeper disease.
Igbo elders, senior clerics, traditional rulers & opinion leaders: Which way forward?
Four months after the elections and one month into the new administration, it has become necessary to remind our leaders and our people of the great need to double up commitment to the task ahead. It’s no news that our region is at the bottom of the ladder politically. It needs no saying that our zone craves and actually needs altruistic and proactive leadership. It is also obvious that lack of these brought us to where we are today.
On the February 25 general election
The die is cast on the February 25 general election By Elliot Ugochukwu-Uko The die is cast. Political gladiators, political hustlers and political stragglers are about to learn deep lessons about the almightiness of God, creator of heaven and earth, who alone rules and governs in the affairs of men. The politicos will learn a thing or two about the degree of anger and bitterness in the land today.
Let’s seek divine guidance for peace in 2023, Archbishop Martins urges Nigerians
..Says peace crucial to ensure rapid progress By Tony Agbugba The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins, has urged all Nigerians to seek divine guidance in the quest for peace in 2023, to ensure that the New Year is free from chaos and anarchy. According to the Archbishop, peace remains crucial and inevitable if the country hopes to reclaim its once enviable position as one of the most peaceful and also one of the fastest developing economies in the world.
My life or his publicity? When Zulum made a call By Isa Gusau - Global Patriot Newspapers
Home / Arts & Entertainment / My life or his publicity? When Zulum made a call By Isa Gusau Arts & Entertainment, Health, Local, News, Opinion 8 Views Our boss, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, my family and closest friends wouldn’t like what I am about to publicly reveal. I deeply apologise. Last week, I had a surgery at Max Multi Speciality Hospital in New Delhi, India. The surgery, which doctors categorised as ‘high risk’ was around my chest wall and lungs. It lasted some hours.
2023: I’ll carry women along in leadership, Peter Obi, Labour Party Presidential Candidate pledges
Mr. Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election has pledged to carry the women of Nigeria along when elected President of Nigeria in the coming polls. He assured the women that he will bring them to the leadership table where decisions concerning the governance of Nigeria are being taken and would ensure that they are allowed to deploy their potentials towards the advancement of the country.
Konga unveils first 2 winners of all-expenses paid Knowledge Weekend with Ekeh, Zinox boss
Home / Business and Economy / Konga unveils first 2 winners of all-expenses paid Knowledge Weekend with Ekeh, Zinox boss Business and Economy, Local, News 8 Views Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce giant, has formally unveiled the first batch of winners for its highly anticipated all-expenses paid Knowledge Weekend programme with the Chairman, Zinox Group, Leo Stan Ekeh. They are Mrs. Molayo Jebutu and Mr. Joshua Emmanuel, both of whom are frequent and loyal shoppers of Konga.
Gen. Ogunewe, Imo State Labour Party guber aspirant mourns late Ohanaeze Ndigbo President General, Prof. Obiozor
Home / News / Local / Gen. Ogunewe, Imo State Labour Party guber aspirant mourns late Ohanaeze Ndigbo President General, Prof. Obiozor Local, News 3 Views Governorship aspirant of the Labour Party (LP) in Imo State, Gen. Lincoln Ogunewe (Rtd.) has said that the death of the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide, Professor (Ambassador) George Obiozor, is a personal loss and that he has by it been robbed of “a confidant, a motivator, leader, mentor and political adviser.” Gen.
How peace can return to the South East By Evangelist Elliot Ugochukwu-Uko
Home / News / Local / How peace can return to the South East By Evangelist Elliot Ugochukwu-Uko Local, News, Opinion 4 Views On first January 2023, I was forced to break my self-imposed silence over the impasse in the land, after reading in the media a reference to the August 30th, 2017, peace meeting between Nnamdi Kanu and the South East Governors.
A Nigerian truck driver, Ejiro Otarigho has been eulogized by Nigerians on Twitter for his heroic life saving deed yesterday, June 10th. His truck loaded up with petrol caught fire in Agbarho, a residential and busy location in Delta state. The truck driver rather than abandon the truck where it caught fire, put his life on the line by driving it to a lonely location as to avert casualties. Related posts: DO FOLLOW US ON:
Activist for good governance and the convener of a historic youth movement against police brutality in Nigeria (EndSARS), Segun Awosanya has through his Twitter handle issued some pieces of advice to Nigerians on the 2023 general elections. Mr. Awosanya urged Nigerians not to allow politicians determine who they vote for but rather the needs of their community should do so. According to him, the number of voters is not the most important thing but the reason for which for the electorates voted.
Disgraced Pastor Tunde Bakare Finally Speaks On His Unfulfilled Prophecy About His Succeeding President Buhari – The Reliant News
Pastor Tunde Bakare has been heavily criticized by Nigerians among whom Reno Omokri stands tallest as the pastor’s prophecy in 2018 failed to come to pass. He had in 2018 told his congregation that God told him that he will succeed the current president of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari. Prominent Nigerian pastor, Reno Omokri has after Pastor Bakare’s failed presidential bid, accused him of being a manipulator and telling lies in God’s name: ” Tunde Bakare is a well known manipulator.
Video: Nigerian Man, King Nero Bites Off His Wife's Nose In Her Father's House – The Reliant News
A man whose name is given as King Nero has reportedly chopped off the upper side of his wife nose following an argument which ensued after his visit to the lady’s father’s house to seek her forgiveness over an unresolved issue with her. The victim, Queen Nero had moved out of King’ Nero’s house as a result of alleged constant abuse she suffered from him as well as his alleged infidelity. It’s alleged that King Nero had cheated on his wife with his wife cousin whose name is given as Ejiro Praise.
Aisha Yesufu Finally Reveals Her Preferred Presidential Candidate – The Reliant News
Notable Nigerian activist and the convener of Bring-back-our-girls, Aisha Yesufu has finally revealed her choice presidential candidate for the 2023 presidential election. Her declaration comes after the major political parties in Nigeria have concluded their presidential primary election as mandated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Video: How Mikel Obi Disguised Himself To Play Street Football In Lagos – The Reliant News
On Thursday, 9th June, 2022, Nigerian football Star, John Mikel Obi was spotted playing street football match at Evans square Ebutte Meta, Lagos. The Super Eagles former captain arrived the training arena at Ebutte Meta fully disguised, putting on a cap and as well as shielding his face with a white handkerchief. Interestingly, some minutes later Mikel Obi uncovered himself to the surprise and cheers of the spectators and footballers at the venue.
Buhari's Loyalist, Adamu Garba Writes To Peter Obi – The Reliant News
Presidential aspirant under the Young People’s Party (YPP), Adamu Garba who a few days ago announced his decision to forgo his presidential ambition, through his Twitter handle, wrote to the presidential flag bearer of the Labour party, Peter Obi. Adamu Garba is a notable loyalist of the president of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari and in the past, before his switch from the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) to the YPP, defended some of the unpopular policies of Buhari’s leadership.
Simon Ekpa Mocks Ndi Igbo In Lagos Over Their Alleged Harassment At PVC Centres – The Reliant News
Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s self-acclaimed disciple, Simon Ekpa has reacted to the alleged harassment of Ndi Igbo in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos over voter’s card registration. It was reported that Igbo traders at Alaba International market, Ojo who went to the local government headquarters for voter’s card registration, were reportedly harassed by thugs who commanded INEC officials not to register any of the Igbo traders.
Video: Ondo Catholic Church Attackers Caught And Paraded – The Reliant News
The terrorists who attacked St Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo state have been reportedly arrested and Paraded before the King of Owo; according to the voice over the attached video. Recall that on the 5th of June, terrorists stormed St Francis Catholic Church, Owo and gruesomely murdered not less than 22 worshipers while also injuring many at the near-end of the Pentecost-service.
Vice President Yemi Osibanjo Finally Writes To Bola Ahmed Tinubu Over APC's Presidential Primary Election – The Reliant News
The vice president of Nigeria, professor Yemi Osibanjo has written to the eventual winner of the All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential primary election, Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Recall that there is rumoured rancor between the former political associates over Osibanjo’s decision to contest the APC’s presidential ticket against Bola Ahmed Tinubu who reportedly nominated him in 2015 as president Muhammadu Buhari’s running mate.
Peter Obi: INEC Speaks On Which Of The Labour Party Factions It Recognizes – The Reliant News
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reacted to the news of a faction of the Labour Party led by Calistus Okafor conducting its presidential primary election which produced Mr. Jude Ezenwafor as its presidential flag bearer for the 2023 election.
Reno Omokri Mocks Kingsley Moghalu Over His Failure At ADC Primary Election – The Reliant News
Controversial pastor and former special assistant to ex-president Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Reno Omokri has through his Twitter handle taken a slight dig at presidential aspirant under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kingsley Moghalu who failed to clinch the presidential ticket of his party. Kingsley Moghalu was defeated by Dumebi Kachukwu, a younger brother to former state minister for petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachukwu at the ADC presidential primary election.
Bobrisky's Former PA, Oye Kyme Reveals Why She Has Stopped Acting P0rn – The Reliant News
Bobrisky’s former PA, Oye Kyme who declared a few months ago that she is going into adult video creation, has now revealed her intention to quit her new career. Oye Kyme had accused her former boss, Bobrisky of luring her into p0rnogr@phy. She alleged that the controversial Nigerian crossdresser has been into it for long . According to her, Bobrisky’s adult video can only be accessed by certain subscribers who had purchased the voucher to do so.
Lady In Oxlade $3x Video, Blessing John Tamara Confesses To Daddy Freeze What Actually Happened In Oxlade's House – The Reliant News
On February 9th, 2022, Nigerians were stunned by a viral bedroom video of Nigerian musician Oxlade and a lady whose identity was later revealed and name as Blessing John Tamara. Following the video going viral, Blessing John Tamara accused Oxlade of intentionally releasing the video to the public at her detriment. She claimed that Oxlade deliberately released the video to his friends who later made it public.
Atiku Abubakar Tells PDP Governors Whom He Wants To Be His Running Mate – The Reliant News
The People’s Democratic Party’s presidential candidate for the 2023 presidential election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, yesterday in a meeting with some States’ governors under the PDP as well as the national chairman of PDP, Senator Iyorchia Ayu, reportedly revealed his preferred running mate. Atiku Abubakar reportedly chose the governor of Rivers State and first runner-up in the PDP presidential primary election, Nyesom Wike.
The General Overseer of the Living Faith Church, David Oyedepo has decried the gruesome terror attack on Ondo Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo state, on the 5th of June. Pastor Oyedepo who lamented over the terror attack which claimed the life of 22 worshipers, disclosed during midweek service at the church’s headquarters in Ota, Lagos that the assailants will get immediate death punishment. He went for to stress that they will only escape immediate death if God has not sent him.
Video: Portable In Another Scandal, Accosts A DJ Over An Allegation Against Him – The Reliant News
Since his rise to stardom, singer and the voice behind popular street song: ” Zazuu”, Portable has not been short of controversies. The controversial singer shared on his Instagram page a video of him accosting an upcoming Disk jockey whose name is given as DJ Chicken. Portable in the video which is attached below, expressed his anger at the apologetic Dj Chicken over a false allegation by Dj Chicken that he acquired his wealth via rituals and voodoos.
"All The Selling Soul To The Devil, Poor Osibanjo", Aisha Yesufu Berates Vice President Osibanjo Following His Failure At APC's Poll – The Reliant News
Vice president of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osibanjo whose presidential ambition has been defeated by his former boss and political associate, Chief Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been tongue-lashed by activist, Aisha Yesufu. Osibanjo is accused of betraying his former boss who reportedly nominated him as the running mate of president Muhammadu Buhari in 2015, by deciding to contest the presidential ticket of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) against his former boss.
Paul Of Psquare Reveals What Actually Caused Their Break Up In 2017 – The Reliant News
Paul Okoye of Psquare better known as Rude Boy has revealed what actually triggered his unforgettable split with his twin brother, Peter Okoye in 2017. Their separation was preceded by incessant infighting. Footages of the due scuffling with each other after intense bantering of words, also went viral then. The Nigerian musicians who decided to go their separate ways in 2017 did so at the expense of the stardom and their loyal fans across Africa.
How Judge Ordered The Arrest And Detention Of AIT Journalist Reporting Court Proceeding – The Reliant News
On Tuesday 7th June, 2022, Justice Chizoba Orji ordered the arrest and detention of six journalists from popular Nigeria media houses over alleged recording of Court proceedings without her permission. According to report gathered, while the trial was ongoing, a correspondent of the Africa Independent Television (AIT), Wumi Obabori and other journalists in the court were recording and taking pictures of the Court proceedings.
Mazi Nnamdi Kanu's self-acclaimed Disciple, Simon Ekpa Sternly Warns Peter Obi Over His Presidential Ambition – The Reliant News
Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s self-acclaimed disciple, Simon Ekpa has warned the presidential candidate of the Labour party for the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi over his presidential ambition. The controversial Biafra nation activist through his Twitter handle urged Peter Obi to forgo his presidential ambition. He said such an ambition should not be pursued at the expense of the agitation for the restoration of the defunct Biafra nation.
There Is Something About The Nigerian Air, I Would Have Felt Cheated If I Wasn't A Nigerian Aisha Yesufu – The Reliant News
The convener of Bring-back-our-girls, Aisha Yesufu reveals that there is something unique about the Nigerian air. The human right activist who made the remark through her Twitter handle, disclosed that she would have felt cheated if she weren’t a Nigerian. She confessed that she has great love for Nigeria and endeavours to see that Nigeria is a working country for everyone. She describes Nigeria as where she feels whole and alive.
Peter Obi Finally Speaks On Joining Forces With Atiku Abubakar – The Reliant News
Presidential Candidate of the Labour party for the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi has finally reacted to a report credited to one Ekenwohia Ndigbo that he has secretly negotiated with the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to form a political alliance. In a statement released on Twitter by Peter Obi’s campaign Director General, Doyin Okupe, the report is described as untrue.
A Few Days After Terror Attack On Ondo Catholic Church, Fulani Bandits Release Video Threatening Nigerians – The Reliant News
As Nigerians strive to recover from the shock of June 5th terror attack on St Francis Catholic Church, Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State; an attack which was reportedly carried out by Fulani terrorists, a new video of a suspected bandits threatening Nigerians has been obtained by the Reliant News. As seen in the video, the suspected bandit whose face is fully masked, Warns that 2023 will be terrifying for Nigerians especially for the poor ones whose liberty he claims will be curtailed.
Don Jazzy Sends Stunning Words To Nigerians Over 2023 General Elections – The Reliant News
Nigerian music icon and the boss of Marvin Record Label, Don Jazzy has through his Twitter handle spoken to Nigerians as teeming Nigerian youths clamour for good governance at all levels of government in Nigeria.
Actress, Rita Dominic Narrates How She Was "Banned" By Nollywood Movie Producers For Years – The Reliant News
Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic has through her Instagram page revealed that she was sidelined by Nollywood movie producers over her career changing decision which she does not regret. The actress narrated that prior to her employing a career manager to intermediate between her and those seeking her services, the Nollywood movie producers had a direct access to her whenever they needed her services.
Presidential Aspirant, Adamu Garba Reacts To The Report That He Said Boko Haram And Bandits Are Northern Nigeria Freedom Fighters – The Reliant News
Presidential aspirant under the Young People’s Party (YPP), Adamu Garba has reacted to the reports that he allegedly stated that the Boko Haram terrorists and Fulani bandits are Northern Nigeria Freedom fighters. The presidential aspirant who reacted through his Twitter handle, accused those he described as unpatriotic Nigerians of peddling fake news against him. He noted that such people’s ultimate goal for coming up with such propaganda against him is to fuel division and distrust.
Former Governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose Writes An Open Letter To Bola Tinubu, Reveals Secret Plans Against Him By Cabal – The Reliant News
The former governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Peter Fayose has written to the former governor of Lagos State and presidential aspirant under the ruling All Progressive Congress. In the strong worded letter, he enjoined Bolo Tinubu to be wary of the cabal who he said have countermeasures for whatever political action Bola Tinubu might be planning should he be cheated out of the presidential primary election of the party.
"How Did He Become A Professor Of Law?"Aisha Yesufu Tongue-lashes Yemi Osibanjo Over Unthoughtful Act During His Visit To Owo Catholic Church – The Reliant News
Professor Yemi Osibanjo, the vice president of Nigeria has been tongue-lashed by Nigerians online for allegedly trespassing during his visit to St Francis Catholic Church in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State where suspected terrorists shot not less than fifty worshipers dead during church service on Sunday June 5th, 2022.
Vice President Yemi Osibanjo Speaks On Report Of His Being Involved In An Accident – The Reliant News
The vice president of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osibanjo who was earlier today reported to have been involved in an auto crash while on his way to the the Airport, has revealed that the report is untrue. The vice president who spoke through Facebook page, revealed that he and his entourage ran into an accident scene while he was on his way to the airport to take a flight to Ondo state.
I Choose To Waste My Vote Than Keep Wasting My Life– Aisha Yesufu Says, Gives Reasons – The Reliant News
Respectable Nigerian activist for good governance and convener of Bring-back-our-girls, Aisha Yesufu has through her Twitter handle described the 2023 general election as election for survival. The activist has across her social media accounts been critical of the two dominant political parties in Nigeria: the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressive Congress (APC) especially as both political parties are being accused of misrule since their more than two decades of leadership.
Sunday Igboho Extols Mazi Nnamdi Kanu In His Reaction To The Terror Attack On Ondo Catholic Church – The Reliant News
Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo Igboho has reacted to the terror attack on St Francis Catholic Church Owa-luwa Street in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State on Sunday 5th of May, 2022. The popular Yoruba nation agitator who is currently in Benin Republic reacted to the regrettable incident through his Twitter handle.
Investigative Journalist, Dr Kemi Olunloyo Reveals The Cause Of The Ondo Catholic Church Attack – The Reliant News
Reputable retired Nigerian investigative Journalist, Dr Kemi Olunloyo has disclosed that the attack on St Francis Catholic Church, Owa-luwa Street, in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State on Sunday May 5th, 2022, might not have been perpetrated by Fulani terrorists as being reported. Recall that St Francis Catholic church in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State was attacked by alleged Fulani terrorists on Sunday with no less than 50 worshipers killed and many injured.
Terror-linked Issa Pantami Who Said He Feels Happy When Non-Muslims Are Killed, Speaks On The Terror Attack On The Ondo Catholic Church – The Reliant News
The Federal minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Issa Pantami whose extreme-views brought to the public scrutiny a few months ago, has now reacted to the terror attack on St Francis Catholic Church, Owa-luwa Street, in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State on Sunday, May 5th, 2022.
Watch Video Of Ondo Catholic Church Attack By Alleged Fulani Terrorists – The Reliant News
The Nigerian people have continued to grapple with insecurity for over a decade now. The latest manifestation of this ugly no-going-away trend being on a Catholic church in Owo, Ondo State where alleged Fulani terrorists stormed and shot so many Worshipers dead.
Video: Bobrisky Threatens Oga Sabinus With Arrest Over A Lady – The Reliant News
Popular Nigerian crossdresser, Bobrisky has taken to his official verified Facebook page to share a video of a lady calling out online skit maker, Oga Sabinus over low quality advertisement of her Product and misspelling of her brand’s name. In the shared video, the lady alleged that the award winning online skit maker created a low quality content to advertise her Product after charging her millions of Naira.
Destiny Etiko Embroiled In An Unwanted Controversy With Innoson Motor CEO – The Reliant News
Sensational Nollywood actress, Destiny Etiko has been accused of having amorous affair with the CEO of Innoson motor, Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma. This report comes a few weeks after the Nollywood actress showed off on social media a customized SUV car reportedly gifted to her by her alleged lover, the Chief Executive Officer of the Belema Oil, Jack-Rich.
"I Hate Betrayal!" Adamu Garba Says As He Reveals The Actual Betrayals Of Bola Ahmed Tinubu – The Reliant News
Presidential aspirant under the Young People’s Party (YPP), Garba Shehu has waded into the alleged betrayal of the presidential ambition of Chief Bola Ahmed Tinubu by his political associates in the All Progressive Congress (APC).
" I Prayed To God To Humble Bola Tinubu Who Thinks He Is God"- Aregbesola Makes More Damning Allegation Against Bola Tinubu Amidst His Public Outcry – The Reliant News
Former Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola has accused his former boss, Bola Ahmed Tinubu of playing God. Rauf Aregbesola in strong terms, alleged that the former governor of Lagos State and presidential aspirant under the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu thinks that he is God. Rauf Aregbesola had had a political tussle in Osun State during the APC’s primary election for the forthcoming Osun State governorship election.
Singer, J Martins Warns Nigerians Over Peter Obi – The Reliant News
Veteran Nigerian hip hop Singer, Martins Okechukwu Justice better known as J Martin has through his Twitter handle, advised Nigerians on presidential candidate of the Labour party, Peter Obi. The former governor of Anambra State, since his switch from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the Labour party, has seen his popularity rise tremendously especially among the Nigerian youths.
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