President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria has secured an ignoble place for himself in the infamous hall of tyrants – where King Louis XIV of France, Joseph Stalin of the Soviet Union, Adolf Hitler of Nazi Germany, Saddam Hussein of Iraq and Muammar Gaddafi of Libya ruled the roost of humanity. From the very day…
By Amb. Tony Okonigene It was the Late Afro beat king, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti that sang the hit song “UNKNOWN SOLDIERS “ to expose the tactics the military used in eliminating his late mother without trace to them. Masked soldiers with no means of identification stormed the Kalakuta Republic home of Fela and destroyed everything in…
By Benjamin Atu As vibrant as John F. Kennedy was in his campaign for American president, Nixon’s attack on Kennedy’s softness was harsh simply because he dozed off. But here comes a candidate in the Edo Governorship election who is perpetually at sleep. Never having a vibrant moment, but always at the lowest ebb. No…
There is a role, formal or informal, for the spouse of a Governor or President. It is called First Lady. Nigeria learnt that from the United States of America. Even those who have pretended here that they do not want a first lady eventually end up with one. Ask former President Buhari. Courageous and beautiful…
In a bold move, esteemed legal expert Barr. Maigoro, DL, LLB, BL, LLM, has publicly denounced the infiltration of personal interests and the love for money in pursuing of worldly things as against the people’s interests. Citing the erosion of trust in the system, Barr. Maigoro, DL, LLB, BL, LLM, emphasized the need for impartiality…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has turned down the political party submissions for polling and collation agents in the upcoming Edo State governorship election, particularly those of the Labour Party and All Progressive Congress APC, citing widespread non-compliance with digital submission requirements. This development was confirmed by INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, during a…
President Bola Tinubu-led APC government has been likened to the notorious Alcatraz prison, infamous for its maximum-security facilities and escape-proof design. Similarly, the APC administration has been accused of being a dangerous leadership structure, characterized by lies, propaganda, and policies designed to keep Nigerians trapped in poverty. Like the ADX Supermax prison in Colorado, the…
By Prince Tyodoo Livinus His two tenures as the governor of Benue State were marked by significant challenges that badly affected his administration and the state’s development trajectory. His leadership coincided with a tumultuous period in Nigeria’s history, characterized by economic downturns, security crises, and public health emergencies. That man is Samuel Ortom. He led…
….Says Mortars And Pestles Are Made From Hardwood, Not Pulpwood or Softwood My dear people of Edo State, Greetings. I hope this short letter meets you in perfect peace. Kindly permit me to state first that we are at the threshold of history. It is, therefore, with a profound sense of duty to our great…
On Wednesday, August 21st, 2024, the Egor Local Government People’s Democratic Party (PDP) campaign council carried out an impactful visit to Ward 9, Okhoro Community, as part of its ongoing campaign audit. This visit marked Day 8 of the council’s strategic engagement with key communities, reinforcing the party’s commitment to the people of Egor Local…