Say No to BBC! We reject they agenda

 Say No to BBC We reject they agenda

BBC about to produce a horrible documentary of Biafra war directed by a Yorubas.

The Nigerian Civil War/Biafran War was fought in Igbo land for three years, but BBCAfrica is producing a Biafra documentary called “SURVIVING BIAFRA” directed by a Yoruba individual.

The Biafran conflict was not an experience of the Yoruba people. It was among the bleakest times in Igbo history. Millions of Biafrans were massacred and genocide committed against our people.

Families were annihilated. Biafra children starved to death died. Mothers saw their sons vanish for eternity. Then BBC believes it is fitting for those who significantly contributed to the deaths of Biafrans to narrate our stories.

Once the video is released, we will report it massively, it should be pull down

We reject another man telling our stories while we are still alive

WHY DID IRONSI NOT CHARGE THE JANUARY COUP PLOTTERS TO COURT?

 WHY DID IRONSI NOT CHARGE THE JANUARY COUP PLOTTERS TO COURT?

I have consistently wondered why the young coup plotters were never properly tried for their crimes. The law was already there in the books. It was called treason. That same law had already been tested earlier when politicians were prosecuted and imprisoned for conspiracy. Now, some officers had gone beyond conspiracy and actually carried out the substantive offense, an armed coup that resulted in bloodshed and the assassination of political leaders and senior military officers.

Why then were they not tried?

Apart from treason under the Criminal Code, military law itself clearly prescribed severe consequences for mutiny and armed insurrection. Yet, the coup plotters were not charged before any court or court-martial.

I have considered the following possible reasons:

1. It Was Nigeria’s First Military Coup

This was the first military coup in Nigeria’s history. There was no established precedent for handling such a situation. The Ironsi government may simply have been uncertain about what to do.

2. The Coup Plotters Were Surprisingly Popular

In the typical absurdity of Nigerian society, many people viewed the young officers as heroes rather than criminals. The politicians they overthrew were deeply unpopular and widely regarded as corrupt. Trying and executing officers who were receiving public sympathy may have appeared politically risky.

Even today, one still sees how supporters of separatist or revolutionary figures insist that such individuals are innocent regardless of the legal implications of their actions.

3. The Killing of Senior Military Officers Changed Everything

Perhaps if only politicians had been killed, the outrage might not have escalated the way it did. But the coup also involved the killing of senior military officers, men who were respected colleagues and superiors within the armed forces. That created deep anger within the military establishment itself and helped lay the foundation for the counter-coup that followed.

4. Ironsi Himself Benefited From the Coup

Ironsi emerged as Head of State from the chaos created by the failed coup. In many ways, he became a beneficiary of the actions of the coup plotters. It may therefore have appeared morally awkward or politically contradictory for him to enjoy the benefits produced by the coup while simultaneously prosecuting and executing those who made it possible.

That contradiction may have created a serious moral and political dilemma for him.

Yet, one cannot help wondering whether history might have been different if Ironsi had immediately court-martialled everyone involved, dismissed them from the army, and either imprisoned or executed them according to law. Perhaps the counter-coup might not have occurred. Perhaps the growing perception of ethnic favoritism might have been reduced.

Ironsi’s indecision ultimately cost him his life and plunged Nigeria into a catastrophe from which the country has never fully recovered.

Indeed, it was probably to avoid repeating what later military regimes saw as Ironsi’s fatal mistake that virtually every failed coup afterward resulted in executions by firing squad. Once it was done after the Dimka coup attempt, it became the established pattern, repeated in the Vatsa case, the Orkar coup attempt, and other alleged conspiracies.

If not for international pressure and the intervention of the South African government, Obasanjo himself might have been executed under Abacha. And if not for Abacha’s sudden death, General Diya and others accused in the alleged 1997 coup plot would almost certainly have faced execution as well.

President Federation Cup: Kwara United on revenge mission against Akwa United

 Kwara United technical adviser Tunde Sanni has declared that the team is on a mission of revenge in their President Federation Cup clash with Akwa United.

The Harmony Boys are set to face Akwa United in the quarter-finals of the President Federation Cup in Enugu on Wednesday.

DAILY POST recalls that Akwa United have defeated Kwara United twice in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season.

Kwara United head into the encounter in buoyant mood following Sunday’s 4-0 thrashing of Lobi Stars.

“It’s time to show Akwa United that we are ready to avenge our NPFL loss,” Sanni told the club’s media.

Kwara United have moved up to 12th position on the league table following the victory.

They will take on Rivers United in their next league fixture.

BREAKING: Over 10 people shot dead as gunmen attack popular bar in Benue

No fewer than 10 people have been shot dead after unknown gunmen attacked a popular bar near the Okada Office in Akpehe, Makurdi, the capital of Benue State.

DAILY POST learnt that the gunmen, believed to be suspected cultists, stormed the area at around 8 pm and opened fire on patrons at the bar, leaving more than 10 people dead and several others injured.

The area has since been deserted, as the gunmen continued to fire indiscriminately.

Super Falcons’s Uchendu nominated for Nantes Player of the Month

 

Super Falcons defender Chinaza Uchendu has been nominated for Nantes Féminines Player of the Month for March.

Uchendu was outstanding for Nantes during the month.

The 27-year-old featured in three of Nantes’ four league games during the period under review.

It is the first time she has been nominated for the award.

Goalkeeper Emily Burns, defender Maureen Cosson, and midfielder Andrea Recio are the other players nominated.

Uchendu joined Nantes from Turkish side Galatasaray last summer.

Kogi govt imposes indefinite ban on rallies amid rising security tensions

 The Kogi State Government has imposed an indefinite ban on rallies and security convoys, citing intelligence reports of potential security risks.

In a statement issued on Monday in Lokoja, Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed that intelligence reports had revealed a plot by certain individuals to enter the state under false pretenses, using fake security personnel to incite unrest.

“This decision follows intelligence reports exposing a deliberate scheme by some elements to pose as rally organizers while deploying impostors in security uniforms to destabilize the state and put the lives of innocent citizens at risk,” the statement noted.

The government expressed concern over escalating tensions in Kasemiya, Katubo, and Umozu Ette in Kogi West, as well as a growing communal conflict in Enjema District, Ankpa Local Government Area. Additionally, violent disputes related to fishing activities had already resulted in two fatalities.

“To prevent further threats and ensure public order, the Kogi State Government is enforcing an immediate ban on all rallies and public gatherings that could compromise security,” the statement added.

The government declared that any security convoys entering Kogi must obtain prior clearance from the appropriate security agencies for verification.

Local government chairmen were also instructed to take full responsibility for security in their respective areas, while community leaders and opinion influencers were urged to support peacekeeping efforts and cooperate with the administration in ensuring stability across the state.

Uromi massacre: I’ll pay full compensation to families of victims – Edo Governor Okpebholo

 The Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured the families of the 16 hunters killed in Uromi that he will provide full compensation for their loss.

Governor Okpebholo, accompanied by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other high-ranking dignitaries, paid a condolence visit to Torankawa in Bunkure Local Government Area. During the visit, he further pledged to support the bereaved families with cash and food donations.

Lamenting the killings of the innocent victims, Okpebholo, visibly angry, vowed in the village that the gruesome murders would not go unpunished.

“We will ensure that justice is served on those responsible for this heinous act,” he stated.

Meanwhile, hundreds of family members and supporters took to the streets in a peaceful protest, carrying placards with various inscriptions such as “We demand justice for the killings of our people,” “Hunters are not criminals,” and “We demand the speedy dispensation of justice in this matter.”

Protesters thronged the road leading to Torankawa village, voicing their demands. Many hunters, armed with their hunting weapons, joined the peaceful demonstration.

Similarly, other placards bore inscriptions such as “Killings in the North must stop,” “Northerners are peace-loving citizens,” and “Justice must prevail.”

Some hunters, visibly agitated, chanted war songs, brandishing weapons as the governor’s convoy passed, while local residents kept the situation under control.