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Reactions trail maltreatment of 250 Nigerians in Ethiopian prisons

Reactions trail maltreatment of 250 Nigerians in Ethiopian prisons

When Dr Paul Ezike’s video on the alleged plight of some Nigerians in Ethiopia’s Kaliti Prisons, Addis Ababa, recently hit the social media space, it was a quick reminder of what Nigerians have been going through in several prisons outside Nigeria, particularly in Asian countries and Libya, over the past couple of years. In the past, there have been disturbing stories about the inhuman treatment meted out to Nigerians in Guangdong Prisons in China. At one point, it was even alleged that some of them were being killed secretly and their essential organs harvested for business purposes. The condition is,…
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Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger sign a deal to oppose ECOWAS

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger sign a deal to oppose ECOWAS

Three military-led West African Sahel countries—Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger—have signed a security treaty that will make them support one another against any external aggression. They signed the treaty on Saturday, in a development that appeared to counter the threat posed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Recall that ECOWAS issued threats to intervene militarily following the July coup in Niger, that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. Mali and Burkina Faso have vowed to come to Niger’s aid if it is attacked. ECOWAS and the West have criticized the three countries over military takeovers, which have strained their…
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Niger Reopens Airspace To Commercial  Operations One Month After Coup

Niger Reopens Airspace To Commercial  Operations One Month After Coup

According to the official Niger News Agency (ANP), the military government that took power after a coup in Niger decided to reopen its airspace to commercial flights on Monday. It had been restricted since August 6. The ANP cited a spokesperson for the Ministry of Transport as saying, "The airspace of the Republic of Niger is open to all national and international commercial flights, adding that ground services have also resumed." "Airspace is still closed to all operational military flights and other special flights, which are only authorized subject to prior authorization from the competent authorities", he continued. The Economic…
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Okokon Ndem – Minister of Information for the distressed Nation (Biafra)

Okokon Ndem – Minister of Information for the distressed Nation (Biafra)

(Remembering Okokon Ndem and other hardcore Biafrans who were not from the South East.) Meet Otobong Ndem Who is said to have completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) before secondary school before Federal Radio Cooperation (FRCN) took over the former Radio Biafra? The words of Okokon Ndem come in handy here as we Igbos continue the fight against injustice. We all abhor a system that marginalizes individuals and groups. It is also true that while we cry for equity, there must be a touch of wisdom and diplomacy. With awareness created, bridges should be built and walls destroyed. Okokon Ndem…
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Unleashing Nigeria’s Potential: Reinventing Politics for Progressive Development – Kalu

Unleashing Nigeria’s Potential: Reinventing Politics for Progressive Development – Kalu

Nigeria, the giant of Africa, is teeming with immense potential waiting to be unleashed. With a population of over 200 million people and abundant natural resources, it is high time for Nigeria to redefine its political landscape and tap into its vast potential for progressive development. Two key aspects are crucial for igniting this change: unleashing Nigeria's untapped potential and reinventing politics for progress. Igniting Change: Unleashing Nigeria's Untapped Potential! Nigeria is a country blessed with abundant resources, both natural and human. From vast oil reserves to a young and talented workforce, the potential for growth and development is undeniable.…
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