Author: Blacc Theddi
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Anioma’s Ascension: A Royal Push for Statehood
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Anioma’s Ascension: Traditional rulers back Senator Nwoko’s efforts for Anioma State, emphasizing economic growth, political representation, and unity among stakeholders. In a significant stride towards state creation, the ANIOMA Traditional Rulers Forum in Delta State has thrown its weight behind the establishment of Anioma State. The collective voice of these…
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The African Union 6th Mid-Year Coordination: AU’s Bold Blueprint for a 21st Century African Education
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The African Union 6th Mid-Year Coordination As the sands of time shift, so too does the landscape of education in Africa. From July 18-21, 2024, the bustling city of Accra, Ghana, will host a pivotal event, the African Union’s 6th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting. The gathering promises to be more than…
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Nigeria’s Samoa Agreement: $150 Billion Deal or LGBTQ Trojan Horse?
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Nigeria’s Samoa Agreement, a $150 billion deal, sparks controversy over alleged LGBTQ clauses, raising concerns about sovereignty and cultural values amid clarifications from government officials. In a move that has stirred national outrage and fierce debate, Nigeria’s federal government is under fire for allegedly signing a $150 billion Samoa Deal,…
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Man-made Famine: Sudan’s Descent into Starvation
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Sudan’s man-made famine threatens 755,000 lives as conflict disrupts aid. Global inaction exacerbates this humanitarian crisis. “Right Steps Today, Better Africa Tomorrow” urges proactive response. In the heart of Sudan, a silent but deadly foe is taking its toll: a “man-made famine” spurred by conflict. The dire situation is unfolding…
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Peter Obi Urges President Tinubu to Release Nnamdi Kanu
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In a recent address in Onitsha, Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, called on President Bola Tinubu to release the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. Obi highlighted that the court had already…
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Ruto Must Go!: Kenyan Youths Demand More Than Just Tax Relief
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“Ruto must go” echoes through Kenya as youth protest tax hikes and demand President Ruto’s resignation, despite his withdrawal of the finance bill amid heavy security and clashes in Nairobi. In the heart of Nairobi, a storm brews as the youth of Kenya rise to protest against a government that…
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Sierra Leone’s Power Plant: The Debt and the Shadows of Uncle Sam
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Sierra Leone’s Power Plant reveals financial controversies with US, raising questions about sovereignty amid ambitious energy goals. Is Sierra Leone Trading Sovereignty for Electricity? On June 18, 2024, President Julius Maada Bio, alongside First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, inaugurated Sierra Leone’s first gas power generation plant, marking what the…
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Kenya peacekeeping: 400 Blue Helmets to Tame Haiti’s Wild West
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Kenya peacekeeping: 400 police sent to Haiti to tackle gang violence, backed by the UN. US support aims for lasting stability. In a surprising twist that reads like an international thriller, Kenya is stepping into the limelight with an audacious mission to tackle the rampant gang violence in Haiti. Amidst…