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Breaking: Former Malawian President Advocates For United States Of Africa To Halt Exploitation Of Continent’s Resources
Former Malawian President, Dr. Joyce Banda, emphasized the need for African unity under the banner of the United States of Africa to counteract the exploitation of the continent’s natural resources. Speaking at the 12th Annual Zik Lecture Series at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, she addressed the ongoing neocolonial attitudes of the West toward Nigeria and stressed that collective African strength could bring an end to such exploitation…CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In her speech on the theme, ‘Reclaiming Zik’s World: Climate Justice And Africa’s Sustainable Development,’ Banda expressed concern about Africa’s incomplete freedom due to the substantial exploitation of its resources by former colonizers. She urged African leaders to view the natural resources as belonging to the people and emphasized their role as custodians for the benefit of the citizens.
Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, echoed Banda’s sentiments, emphasizing a new era in Africa that returns to the Zikist ideology of a united, livable, and prosperous continent. He stressed the importance of forging a united Africa to face global challenges collectively.
Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, identified bad leadership as Africa’s primary challenge, emphasizing that addressing this issue is crucial for the continent’s progress. Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, chaired the event, which was attended by other prominent figures, including the Vice Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Prof Charles Esimone, Senator Ndi Obi, and more.
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NATIONAL TRAGEDY: Tanzania Plunged Into Mourning As President Samia Suluhu’s Husband Passes Away!
Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has passed away at the Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar after battling a heart condition. His death was announced by Vice-President Deogratius Ndejembi, who noted that he passed away at 08:00 local time on a Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Funeral and Tributes: Funeral arrangements are currently underway in Kizimkazi, a village located on the semi-autonomous island of Zanzibar. Vice-President Ndejembi led tributes to the late academic and extended condolences to the president, family, and friends.
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Background and Profile: Ameir was an agricultural academic who maintained a low public profile, rarely appearing publicly alongside his wife except for occasional official events.
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Family History: He married Samia in 1978 before she entered national politics, and the couple shared four children—three sons and a daughter. Their daughter, Wanu Hafidh Ameir, follows in her mother’s political footsteps as a member of Zanzibar’s House of Representatives in the National Assembly.
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POLITICAL EARTHQUAKE: APC And PDP Join Forces In Brutal Legal War To Crash Governor Adeleke’s Victory!
In a significant legal challenge following the Osun State governorship election, both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have filed separate petitions with the Election Petition Tribunal to challenge the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Commencement of Legal Battle: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) previously declared Governor Adeleke, contesting on the Accord Party platform, the winner for another term. The display of the petitions on the tribunal’s notice board in Osogbo on Monday formally marks the beginning of the post-election legal proceedings.
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APC’s Petition: The APC and its governorship candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, filed a petition marked EPT/OS/GOV/01/2026, listing Governor Adeleke, the Accord Party, and INEC as respondents.
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PDP’s Petition: In a surprising move, the PDP also lodged a distinct challenge against the victory of its former member. The petition, numbered EPT/OS/GOV/02/2026 and filed by its candidate Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola, names Adeleke, INEC, and the Accord Party as respondents.
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Next Steps: Tribunal secretary Pefe Belemore confirmed the receipt of these petitions, which will allow for the necessary court processes to be served on the respondents before substantive hearings begin.
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THE ULTIMATE DEFENSE: Presidency Fires Back At Critics And Declares Tinubu Never Promised A 3-Year Paradise!.
Sunday Dare, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, stated in a Monday statement on X that President Tinubu never promised an immediate paradise or a fully fixed nation within three years, emphasizing that solving a country’s deep-seated challenges requires a long-term journey rather than a quick fix within a single four-year term.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Critique of the Opposition: Dare slammed opposition critics for lacking original ideas and a proper blueprint, noting that running campaigns solely against the impacts of the Renewed Hope Agenda has become their standard practice.
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Defense of Bold Reforms: He defended the president’s decisive and bold policy decisions against constant opposition attacks, pledging that the administration will continue highlighting and defending the tangible results of these reforms.
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Rebuilding the Economy: He stressed that efforts to rebuild the foundations of the Nigerian economy are still actively underway.
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Callout on Desperadoes: He characterized individuals overly eager to seize power as desperadoes driven entirely by greed rather than offering any substantive solutions.
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