The Punishment Awaiting Chinwetalu Agu For Wearing Biafran Flag Colours, If He Is Convicted
Veteran Nollywood actor, Chinwetalu Agu, recently found himself in trouble after being brutalised and arrested by the military on account of a garment he wore. A short while back, pictures surfaced on social media showing the actor wearing what looks like the Biafran flag. This act prompted the Armed Forces to apprehend him at Upper Iweka in Anambra state.
Why Major-General Buhari Was Removed From Power In 1985
On 27 August 1985 a faction of mid-level Armed Forces officers, led by the Chief of Army Staff General Ibrahim Babangida, overthrew the government of Major General Muhammadu Buhari. Babangida justified the coup by saying that Buhari failed to deal with the country's economic problems by implementing Buharism, and promised "to rejuvenate the economy ravaged by decades of government mismanagement and corruption"
Anambra Poll: Why Security Operatives Must Ensure Residents Flouts IPOB's Sit-at-Home Order
With just about two weeks to the conduct of November 6 governorship election in Anambra State, the prevailing insecurity situation in the state has continued to be a source of worry to many Nigerians and political stakeholders. Photo Credit: Premiumtimes The state in recent times, has witnessed pockets of attacks on political chieftains and campaign trains from hoodlums/unknown gunmen.
3 Things Late Yar'Adua Did During His Tenure As President Of Nigeria
In May 2010, Nigeria lost one of its best men, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, after a long-term illness. He was one of Nigeria's best presidents. However, there are three things he did during his tenure as president of of the federal republic of Nigeria Image source: Nairaland
4 African Countries That Have Witnessed Coup D'etat In 2021.
The year 2021 has not been a good one for democracy as far as the African continent is concerned as military interventions have continued to disrupt democratic systems on the continent. Although, coup is not something alien in the history of Africa, the year 2021 has recorded the highest number of coups than any other year in the last two decades.
Opinion: How Sheik Gumi's Comment On Bandit Escape May Strengthen Military Action Further
In the ongoing war against banditry in the Northern part of Nigeria, people have naturally taken sides in the affair. While some stand in support of continued military bombardment and assault on the criminals, others, most notably the controversial cleric, Sheik Gumi, have adamantly stood against it, opting for amnesty instead.
Gunmen Who Abducted A Retired Air Force 2-Star General Have Bitten More Than They Can Chew
Reports reaching us from Sahara Reporters have confirmed the abduction of retired Air Vice Marshal Sikiru Smith by masked gunmen in Ajah area of Lagos State. According to his driver, the retired AVM engaged in a struggle with the gunmen before he was successfully kidnapped. Recall that the country has been struggling to curtail the activities of kidnappers who attack both civilians and military personnel without remorse.
Will Terrorism Attacks End As Nigerian Military Orders Troops To Kill Bandits And Protect Civilians?
The series of attacks launched by Bandits, Herdsmen, and Boko Haram is becoming Alarming to the extent that security operatives have started working hard to make sure insecurity ends in Nigeria. Recently, The Service Chiefs have ordered the elimination of all identified bandits terrorizing Nigeria. (Photo Credit: Daily Post Nigeria)
Buhari Instructs Security Agencies To Ensure Nothing Stops Election In Anambra State
The president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has given directives to the Armed Forces and other security agencies to make sure that nothing stops the proposed gubernatorial election in Anambra State, which is slated to hold on the 6th of November. While briefing journalists at the Presidential Villa, after the meeting of security chiefs which was presided by President Muhammadu Buhari, the NSA, said President Buhari gave the armed forces and other security agencies the marching order against any plans of stopping the governorship election in Anambra State.
President Buhari Hails The Armed Forces For Keeping Nigeria United
According to "The CABLE News," President Muhammadu Buhari, has commended the military for ensuring peace, and order across the country. The President, while speaking at the 2022 Armed forces Remembrance Day Emblem, appeal launch on Monday, said despite the challenges, the military has made sacrifices to help maintain peace and security.
How The Nigerian Military Can Generate Fund For Itself Like The US
Looks like the House of Representative is now interested in the military. The House is seeking alternative sources of income to fund capital expenditure and training for the Nigerian Armed Forces in its bid to transform the Nigerian military into the best in Africa. House Committee on Defence, Babajimi Benson, said only 9% of the Armed Forces’ annual allocations goes for capital expenditure in the face of rising insecurity.
Celebrate Our Troops With Pride, Buhari Urges Nigerians.
The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd. ), on Monday in Abuja commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for keeping up with harmony, unity and stability in the nation, urging Nigerians to celebrate them as the pride of the country. special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, in an assertion, said Buhari gave the charge at the 2022 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem appeal Launch.
2 Things To Note As Buhari Pardons 102 Ex-Biafran Soldiers, Approves Their Pensions
The payment of gratuity and other emoluments of 102 ex-Biafran servicemen who were given presidential pardons has been approved by President Muhammadu Buhari. Major-General Bashir Magashi (Rtd), the Minister of Defence, announced this on Friday, October 15, 2021, at the ministerial briefing to kick off the 2022 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebrations at Army War College Abuja.
Why The Payment Of Gratuities To Ex-Biafran Soldiers Will Reduce The Issue Of Marginalization In SE
According to a report by politics Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the payment of gratuities to 102 Ex-Biafran soldiers. This was announced by the Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Magashi (retd.) on Friday at the 2022 armed forces remembrance day held in Abuja.
Buhari To Security Chiefs: Nothing Must Stop Anambra's Election.
President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Armed Forces and other security agencies in Nigeria to guarantee that nothing stops the November 6 governorship Election in Anambra State. This is as the National Security Adviser, General Babagana Monguno (retd), has said that the new leader of the Islamic State of West African Province, ISWAP, Mallam Bako was two days ago killed by the military.
Don’t report insecurity as rising, use the word declining insecurity, - Buhari begs journalists
The president, Muhammad Buhari has urged the media to refrain from using the word 'rising when addressing insecurity in the country. Saying that it should be replaced with the reality of declining insecurity. He made this known in a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, on Monday, October 18, 2021.
Just In: President Muhammadu Buhari to Attends UN General Assembly
The President of Nigeria, Commander In Chief of Armed Forces, Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja on Sunday, 19th September, 2021 for New York, United States of America, to participate in the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 76). The session opened on Tuesday, September 14th, 2021.
Armed Forces Detain PM And Other Leaders In Sudan Coup.
Abdalla Hamdok, the Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok holds a press briefing at the Council of Ministers in the capital Khartoum, as unidentified armed men arrested a number of Sudanese leaders early October 25, 2021. Photo credit: google Government source disclosed to AFP, after weeks of tensions between the military and civilian transitional authorities, as demonstrators gathered on the streets to protest the arrests, said AFP journalists.
Former President Jonathan Urge Nigerians To Remain Optimistic Over Nigeria's Challenges
The former president of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan (GCFR) has urged Nigerians to remain optimistic over the current security and economic challenges facing the country. Dr. Goodluck Jonathan made this known during his independence day celebration message to Nigerians on Friday October 1st 2021 in Abuja.
Opinion: Why The FG Should Be Commended For Planning To Pay Money To Ex Biafran Soldiers
The Federal Government just concluded that it would be paying some unspecified amount of money to some ex Biafran soldiers who fought the Nigerian forces in the Nigerian civil war that took place about 51 years ago. This information was disclosed by the minister of defence, Major general Bashir Magashi in Abuja, during the inauguration of the 2022 Armed Forces rememberance day.