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Jimmy Abia Respond to Apostle Sulieman with Undeniable Facts

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I feel obligated to address Pastor Suleimans unfortunate diatribe if only for posterity sake.

I wouldn’t have felt much need to debunk these lies had they not also been spread from the most unlikely quarters – the educated, and even by mainstream media.

A very dangerous new trend is that it is now also being spread in pulpits and Oba’s palaces, thereby drawing religious and ethnic hate and bigotry further into it. It is now a common trend for anyone who wakes up on the wrong side of his bed to pick on Igbos. All decency and caution have been thrown to the winds. Similar to xenophobia, this is becoming an alarming trend.

If it was just being propagated by illiterates and certified idiots as usual, I wouldn’t care much. But, alas it has gained some prominency among those we would otherwise have considered enlightened.

I mean, how do you blame a zone with 15 out of 109 Senators for the high turnover of Senate Presidents during the Obasanjo era. Does that even make sense to you? Indeed, out of the 15 only 14 were regular voting senators because 1 was the Senate President. The people who spread these pedestrian tales by moonlight cannot tell you any important role that South East people played in these persons removal. Yet, they keep peddling the falsehood.

How would you allege that it was the disunity of South East that got the 5 Senate Presidents out, except you are determined to do violence to facts and rape common sense?

First, the zone has the least number of senators in Nigeria and so can hardly ever influence the selection or, removal of anyone, or indeed decide any direction for the House.

Secondly, out of the 5 Senate Presidents of that era, only 2 were impeached. Anyim and Nnamani served out their terms. Wabara resigned after the early morning broadcast by Obasanjo in which he alleged Wabara’s involvement in “cash for budget”. So the only 2 impeached were Okadigbo and Enwerem.

If you ever bothered to read Obasanjos book MY WATCH you will know that the removal of those Senate Presidents was a product of the war between Atiku and Obasanjo. Obasanjo wrote it in no uncertain terms that his battle for political space led to the manipulations, scheming, and shenanigans that consumed the political fortunes of those men. Money was regularly shared and the 109 house did their bit, upon the helplessness of the south east.

What those who spread these tales are doing is similar to where an adult farts and turns around to blame an innocent child seated nearby. So, even where the south east hasn’t been disunited, some people still find a way of smuggling in the word “disunity” just because they must give a dog a bad name in order to seem justified in hanging it.

You would note of course that in the same era the position of PDP Chairmanship also witnessed a similar high turnover of occupants of that office – 6 Chairmen in 8 years !!! The Speakership of the House of Representatives zoned to North West also witnessed a similar turnover – 3 Speakers in those years. From Salisu Buhari (who was exposed by his own step mother and forced to resign by the northern majority in the House of Representatives) to Ghali Umar Naaba (who wasn’t allowed to return to the House) to Aminu Bello Masari

It was all due to the fight between two gladiators, obasanjo and Atiku. That position wasn’t being occupied by the south east. Yet, no one talks about this as disunity of the people that occupied it.

If you look back at our recent political history you will see where members of other zones fought each other to a standstill whether politically or otherwise. Yet no one makes a topic of them vs them, because its just seen as politics. I can cite several examples but I’ll hold my brakes for now.

I am therefore at a loss why some people keep peddling these lies and why they are still believed by some persons.

How can we build a nation when lies gain more prominency than truths? How can we build a nation when you must find a reason to blame and castigate a part for what is not any of their fault? Why are some people bent on pushing this false stereotype of disunity, if not that they stand to gain from such disunity?

You say Igbo are not united because some apprentices steal from their oga, yet You forgot that the Igbo apprenticeship system has been the most successful job creation and entrepreneurship building platform. Would it have been that successful if what you mentioned was so rampant?

How do you accuse the same people that have helped one another grow from the ashes of the war to a vastly successful people of disunity ?

Why this constant attempt to gaslight and demonise a section of this country?

This is the time for all and especially prominent Nigerians involved in this to apply caution.

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Tinubu Appoints Grace Henry as First Female Chair of Nigerian Legion

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Grace Henry as the new chairman of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion, marking a historic first as both the first woman and the first non-commissioned officer to lead the country’s foremost veterans’ organization.

The announcement was made on Thursday in Abuja via a statement by Abdul Lauya, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Digital Communications to the chairman.

According to the statement, Henry’s appointment was formalized through a letter signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, and takes effect from June 7.

Born on October 5, 1964, Henry brings with her over 25 years of military and administrative experience. She retired from the Nigerian Army in 2000 and most recently served as Director of Corporate Affairs at the Legion’s headquarters in Abuja. She is also the current National Coordinator for Female Military Veterans of Nigeria.

She succeeds retired Major General AbdulMalik Jibrin. Her appointment is widely seen as a reflection of the Federal Government’s commitment to promoting gender inclusion and equal representation within the military veterans’ community.

President Tinubu expressed confidence in her leadership and urged her to leverage her experience to reposition the Nigerian Legion, which serves as a vital support system for the nation’s ex-servicemen and women.

Her appointment is expected to usher in a new era of reforms and revitalization for the Legion amid growing calls for improved veteran welfare and institutional development.

The Nigerian Legion, a statutory body established to support the welfare of ex-servicemen and their dependents, plays a critical role in the rehabilitation, reintegration, and economic empowerment of military veterans. It also promotes national unity through remembrance events such as the Armed Forces Remembrance Day and collaborates with various agencies to uphold the dignity of retired military personnel.

In response to certain media reports describing her as “one of the most powerful non-commissioned ex-service personnel,” Henry distanced herself from the characterization.

“She wishes to make it clear that leadership is not about grandstanding or media posturing,” Lauya stated. “There is no such thing as being ‘most powerful’ under her leadership.”

Henry emphasized that the Legion remains a unified body, representing all veterans—commissioned and non-commissioned—without bias or division. She condemned any effort to create artificial hierarchies within the organization and called on the media to refrain from spreading unverified claims.

“She remains committed to the principles of unity, service, and integrity,” the statement added. “Ms. Grace Morenike Henry belongs to all and to none in particular. Her mission is to serve all Nigerian veterans equally and selflessly.”

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Former Kwara Governor Cornelius Adebayo Dies at 84

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Chief Cornelius Olatunji Adebayo, a former governor of Kwara State and one-time senator, has died at the age of 84.

Lagos Lately TV confirmed his passing through a close family associate, who disclosed that Adebayo died early Wednesday morning in Abuja.

Born on February 24, 1941, in Igbaja, Kwara State, Adebayo’s political journey began with his election as senator under the Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN) in 1979. He later served briefly as the state’s governor in 1983. Between 2003 and 2006, he held the position of Nigeria’s Minister of Communications.

A respected advocate for democracy, Adebayo was a leading voice in the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), which pushed for the actualization of MKO Abiola’s June 12, 1993 presidential mandate. Notably, he declined an appointment to serve in General Sani Abacha’s military government in 1993, standing firm in his democratic convictions.

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Fear of Assassination: Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei Picks Three Potential Successors—Excludes Son

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Amid rising tensions and fears of targeted attacks, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly named three possible successors, excluding his son, in preparation for a worst-case scenario during the ongoing conflict with Israel.

According to a Saturday report by The New York Times, the 86-year-old leader, who is said to be operating from a secure underground bunker, privately selected three senior clerics to take over leadership if he is killed. The decision follows a wave of high-profile assassinations allegedly carried out by Israeli forces, which has heightened concerns at the highest levels of Iran’s leadership.

Crucially, Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba—who has long been rumored to be his heir apparent—was not included among the chosen candidates. This marks a significant departure from previous speculation suggesting a dynastic transition was in the works. The Jerusalem Post also confirmed the report, adding that Khamenei has made additional contingency plans by appointing replacements within Iran’s military hierarchy in anticipation of further Israeli attacks.

Traditionally, Iran’s Supreme Leader is selected by the Assembly of Experts, a powerful clerical body of 88 members. However, Khamenei’s move suggests he may be attempting to influence the succession process in advance, seeking to ensure ideological continuity and maintain regime stability amid external threats.

Experts believe the choice of three clerics rather than a single successor points to internal disagreements and the urgent need for contingency planning as the situation escalates. While the identities of the chosen individuals remain undisclosed, sources say they are trusted hardliners closely aligned with Khamenei’s vision.

Regional Impact and Rising Concerns

The reported development comes at a volatile time in the Middle East, with recent Israeli strikes targeting senior Iranian and Hezbollah figures. Analysts warn that any sign of instability in Iran’s leadership could further destabilize the region.

“This is not just theoretical succession planning — it’s being done under the very real threat of attack,” a regional intelligence source told The New York Times. “The regime clearly views the risk of a leadership vacuum as imminent.”

Khamenei’s decision underscores the high level of concern within Tehran’s leadership circle as it braces for potential escalations and prepares for scenarios that were once considered unlikely.

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