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RESOLVING THE MILITARY ILLEGALITY IN NIGER REPUBLIC

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RESOLVING THE MILITARY ILLEGALITY IN NIGER REPUBLIC

RESOLVING THE MILITARY ILLEGALITY IN NIGER REPUBLIC

Following the July 26 2023 General Tchiani led military coup in Niger republic which ousted incumbent democratically elected President Mohammed Bazoum and continued to hold the country by the jugular in defying calls, demands and sanctions for restoration of democratic governance, it is appropriate to situate the issues in proper perspective in order not to allow mischief makers and anti democratic elements who have unleashed their arsenal of lies, falsehood and misinformation to continue to confuse and incite the people as in their character.
The anti democratic elements have been on the prowl since the military putchists seized power illegally by twisting the narratives against the Nigerian government solely for political capital in response to the 30th July 2023 ECOWAS ultimatum to the coupists to return power to the democratically elected President Mohammed Bazoum who is being held hostage or be prepared for a military action as a last resort if dialogue fails.
The July 30 2023 communique of ECOWAS on the illegal coup in Niger republic was very clear and comprehensible and it received global commendation as the most appropriate response to a defiant bunch of terrorists who usurped a democratic system of government in Niger republic.
RESOLVING THE MILITARY ILLEGALITY IN NIGER REPUBLIC
But rather here in Nigeria, a section of the Nigerian society who have refused to come to terms with the electoral loss of their candidates and parties at the last successfully and credibly conducted 2023 general election, saw this bold and courageous move to restore democracy in a troubled West African country by a sub-regional bloc ECOWAS, being presently led by President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria, as an opportunity to get back at the Nigerian government and so at every opportunity, they have taken to the media to whip up emotions and sentiments against the Nigerian government by capitalizing on the ignorance of a large population of our people with the lie that Nigeria is trying to wage a war against Niger republic which is untrue.
But the truth of the matter is that even when ECOWAS reconvened another extraordinary meeting on Niger republic in Abuja Nigeria on August 10, 2023, no where in the communique issued and read at the meeting was it ever mentioned that ECOWAS not to talk of Nigeria, was going to wage a war against Niger republic.
The communique of ECOWAS from the earlier meeting of 30th July and the latter extraordinary meeting of 10th August 2023 stated emphatically that the body was going to pursue all necessary peaceful means including the use of military option as a last resort to restore constitutional democracy in Niger republic through the immediate reinstatement of the democratically elected President Mohammed Bazoum.
Some of the anti democratic elements and mischief makers have been deploying their arsenal at full throttle to peddle the lies, falsehood and misinformation of, “We don’t war”, “Nigeria should no go to war against Niger republic”, when in actual fact, what they are saying is that ECOWAS should not intervene in restoring constitutional governance to Niger republic, but should allow the treasonable felons to remain in power, in utter violation of the constitution of Niger republic and ECOWAS protocol.
When these characters lie about the attempt to remove an illegal junta from power in a country by a regional bloc to which that country belongs to and is a signatory to the treaty on democratic governance as a declaration of war on the country, we need to inform those who might want to fall for the campaign of blackmail and calumny against ECOWAS because of the hate against Nigeria government from expected quarters, that in 2017, ECOWAS removed from power, a former President Yahya Jammeh in Gambia, when he lost a presidential election and refused to hand over to the winner to be sworn in, ECOWAS did not go to war against Gambia and no war ensued, but went there to restore and sustain democratic governance.
The same scenario of The Gambia reared it’s ugly head earlier in Cote D’Ivoire in 2010 when then President Laurent Gbagbo lost election to the incumbent President Alhassane Quattara, but refused to concede defeat and it degenerated into a social crisis costing hundreds of lives, but in 2011, Laurent Gbagbo was arrested and taken out to restore democracy in Cote D’Ivoire and the consequences is that no war broke out as would have been insinuated by anti democratic elements if such action had been contemplated as they are doing fraudulently and mischievously now.
The anti democratic elements have also gone further in trying to launder the image of the coupists by claiming that they enjoy the support of the people of Niger republic on the basis of some state sponsored rallies that have been organized to drum up support for the illegal junta repeatedly, but again we ask, can a rally or rallies be the basis for which an illegal junta should derive it’s legitimacy against a democratically elected government? The answer is absolutely no.
However, we must acknowledge the concern from some genuine quarters who have called for caution and appealed for dialogue in resolving the matter, and have even taken concrete steps to wade in, but till date, the junta in Niger republic is still obstinate and refusing to accede to the voice of reason.
Moreover, we are not surprised that the illegal junta in Niger republic is being supported by their sisters illegal juntas in Mali and Bourkina Faso, after all, it is said that, birds of a feather, flock together.
As the military junta in Niger republic continue in their path of illegality and perfidy as exemplified in their latest announcement of arraigning the incumbent President Mohammed Bazoum for treason, we call on ECOWAS and other defenders of democracy globally to remain steadfast and resolute in deploying military action as a last resort to drive out this terrorists who are presently illegally occupying the Presidential palace in Niamey as soon as possible so as to send an unmistakable and unambiguous message to coupists and their sponsors that the only acceptable, tolerable and legal route to political power in Africa, is through the ballot and not the barrel of the gun.
God bless ECOWAS
God bless Africa
Thank you.
Your’s Sincerely,
E-signed,
Nelson Ekujumi.

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Meet UK-Based Exceptional Philanthropist Omowunmi Fasanmi Opens “Child Of Light” Children’s Home And Resource Center In Lagos

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Without mincing words,the quintessential and beautiful woman Mrs Omowunmi Fasanmi remains an exceptional,an epitome of beauty with a sincere heart for her immense contributions to the society, if going by “Child of Light” Children’s home and resource center which was officially dedicated and opened for activities on Saturday 25th May, 2024 at 1A Segun Akinola Street, Awori Bus/Stop, Abule Egba Ifako-Ijaiye. Lagos.

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Without being too sensationalist over the prospect coming ahead it is very obvious and assuredly “Child of Light Children’s home and resource center” would soon become an household name amongst its contemporaries within Nigeria and African countries at large.

Thousands have benefited and still benefiting from this quintessential easygoing Omowunmi Fasanmi and it’s a good thing extending this kindness and gestures beyond her jurisdictions as special guests attested during the official opening.

The unrivaled philanthropic works of giving to motherless homes, and the newly established Child of Light Children’s home center which has gotten more applause from Nigerians most especially Lagosians.Widows, widowers and single mothers are not left out too as many have been empowered either by providing equipment for small businesses (sme) or cash to start something worthwhile as applauded by attendees and Kelechi Oluwafunmilayo Okafor who’s the daughter of Mrs Omowunmi Fasanmi.

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Though Mrs Omowunmi Fasanmi and Kelechi Oluwafunmilayo Okafor (Daughter) and Children have been touching lives as they promise to do more through Child of Light Children’s home and resource center

According to Venerable Bankole and pastor Wale Akosile during their brief exhortation on how “God builds a house and without Him, the builders build in vain” using the book of Isaiah. Preaching further, says Child of Light Children’s home and resource center would be an exceptional motherless home within the State and it would be a point of reference to the entire family of Mrs Omowunmi Fasanmi to achieve their dreams in overseas

Mrs Omowunmi Fasanmi and her entire family, who has been so kind in all aspects of life will always tell you they’re where they are today because they all have mutual understanding with God’s backing as this can be fully testified by friends, relatives even Community Ba’ale leaders and council as if that wasn’t enough, Royal father of the day HRM Oba Adeleye Oni (Oniye of Iye Ekiti) who was fully represented as he delivered King’s message.

What a kindhearted women of substance who dedicated her times, resources in doing good, no wonder all her goodwills, good antecedents speaks for her in all their endeavours.

The respected distinguished personalities were fully on ground to grace the occasion such as HRM Oba Adeleye Oni Oniye of Iye Ekit as father of the day, Mr. Tunde Adegunduro (Commissioner Of Police, Rtd) as Chairman of Honour, Mr. Olajide Fasanmi as Distinguished chief of honour, pastor Funsho Abanson, prophet Olubunmi Osunsanmi as Personalities of Honour.
To end this chapter for another phase, Kelechi Oluwafunmilayo Okafor dedicated the vote of thanks.

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Grace Nation: This Will of God is Our Safety and Peace – Dr Chris Okafor

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…. Grace Nation Celebrates Children Day.

…. Over 20 Miracle Babies Dedicated, as Grace Nation now turns to Mecca of Miracle Babies.

 

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When you learn how to hear and interpret the Voice of God, it will be easy for you to. Know the plan of God for you and everything that concerns you, therefore one of the basic syllabus of the faculty of a New born again Christians is to be able to interpret the Voice you heard.

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Speaking at the Sunday Roots and Foundation Training service held at the international Headquarters of Grace Nation world-wide in Ojodu Berger Lagos Nigeria, The lead Pastor Grace Nation international aka Liberation City Dr Chris Okafor said it is very good to understand and be able to interpret Voices saying Voices carries significant cause voice can bless and some destroyed.

The Generational Prophet of God said to know the perfect will of God you must be able to distinguish between the voice of the flesh and the voice of God.

Highlighting different kind of voices, the Man of God said there is the voice of the flesh that most time led to doing immorality and the rest saying the Voice of Circumstance, Peers, Parent, Mentor, Pains, Past and devil has Great impact on the life of the people, but the moment you are able to interpret the Voice of the Holy Ghost you Life style in Christ began to grow, therefore you becomes what God want you to be. The Popular Lagos Clergyman remarked.

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Earlier The children’s of Grace Nation were celebrated as the world marks the Children days celebration, though the actual date is May 27 but Grace Nation stage it’s own children day today 26/05/2024 to celebrate the important and the impact of the children saying they are the Leaders of Tomorrow.

Various rendition were made with different presentation and reciting of Bible verses which made the occasion a memorable one.

Meanwhile Grace Nation international aka Liberation City is Gradually turning to a Mecca of sort for mother’s waiting for the Lord on the fruit of the womb. Over 20 born miracle Babies were dedicated to the God of Grace Nation in a day all to the Glory of God. This implies that for whatever conditions you find yourself looking for the fruit of the womb, no matter how long, immediately you steps your feet in Grace Nation land, you will carry your miracle babies says the Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor.

 

Grace Nation: This Will of God is Our Safety and Peace - Dr Chris Okafor

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Desperate opposition figures in Kogi behind calls for Yahaya Bello’s arrest despite court process – Activists

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Sahara Weekly Reports That CSOs raise alarm over alleged plots by desperate politicians to use gunmen in military uniform to attack Bello’s residences

 

 

 

 

 

 

Desperate opposition figures in Kogi behind calls for Yahaya Bello's arrest despite court process - Activists

 

 

 

 

Hundreds of activists, on Saturday, stormed the streets of Lagos to protest alleged underground moves by some desperate opposition figures in Kogi State as well as other perceived political enemies to unleash terror on the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, using the platform of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

 

The activists, who addressed a press conference and also staged a huge rally, condemned calls by a group called Zero Corruption Agenda in collaboration with another group, Kogites United Against Corruption, for the EFCC to ignore court orders guaranteing Bello’s fundamental human rights and effect an arrest despite the ongoing court process.

 

While raising the alarm that there were speculations going around that some desperate politicians were “even allegedly planning to use gunmen dressed in fake military uniforms to attack Yahaya Bello’s residences”, they called on the police and other relevant security agencies to be vigilant to prevent anarchy in the country.

 

According to them, many Nigerians already suspect that the alleged “endless attack on the former Governor, his family members and even innocent children by the EFCC in the most unprofessional way, despite revelations that showed he was actually protected by the law, have deep political undertones.

 

Comrade Segun Abegunde, who briefed the press on behalf of the CSOs, under the joint umbrella of Citizens Action Against Lawlessness, insisted that the desperation by some opposition figures and Yahaya Bello’s political enemies to hide under the purported fight against corruption to call for the arrest of a man who has a court order for his fundamental human rights to be protected and who is already in court with the EFCC, “almost confirms this insinuation of an evil plan against him by some interested politicians, using the EFCC platform.”

 

“This is not difficult to detect, having seen the composition of the so-called Kogites who made these curious calls, even in London. The videos exposed their ethnic leaning as they were speaking the language of the aggrieved politicians in Kogi State,” the activists said.

 

They alleged that opposition political parties were using the EFCC to fight political battles in Kogi State and called on the ruling Party to be vigilant.

 

“The tribunal judgement on the last governorship election in Kogi State is coming up on Monday May 27th. The desperation by the opposition to have Yahaya Bello in custody has increased exponentially as that date approaches. There seems to be a determination to either keep him out of circulation while they try to steal APC’s mandate in the state or to completely eliminate him for whatever reasons only known to them.

 

“Also, considering the way and manner the EFCC chairman has taken the Yahaya Bello matter so personal, it is glaring that a Yahaya Bello in the custody of the EFCC is not going to be safe at all,” they stated.

 

Abegunde said, “The courts are there to mediate between government and citizens and between two or more contending interests and the court’s intervention is sacrosanct until overturned by a superior Court.

 

“The rallies, both home and abroad, calling for jettisoning of the due process of law and for the EFCC to arrest Yahaya Bello, court orders or no court orders, sponsored by the opposition and his political enemies within, are not only reckless but dangerous to our polity and absolutely condemnable.

 

“Such calls have now given credence to the allegations that some powerful political forces are after Yahaya Bello, not because of corruption allegations, but that they are actually after his life. What have the military got to do with the EFCC that a group would be calling for military intervention to arrest a single citizen in a case where he is already a defendant?”

 

Emphasising the urgent need for President Bola Tinubu to call the anti-graft body to order before it is too late, the CSOs pointed out that the so-called Kogites call for the commission to use military force to arrest the former governor, even when his date to appear in court had already been fixed, was not only reckless but dangerous to the nation’s polity.

 

“There is even a speculation going around now, which may be credible, that some desperate politicians are even allegedly planning to use gunmen dressed in fake military uniforms to attack Yahaya Bello’s residences.

 

“We call on the police and other relevant security agencies to be vigilant. We also call on President Bola Tinubu to immediately call EFCC to order. The Commission seems to have offered its platform for enemies of the former governor to execute their plans against him and the President must wade in, especially with the facts on ground that EFCC has displayed flagrant disregard for the rule of law, all the way, in handling this matter.

 

“We call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to, as a matter of urgency, call the EFCC to order with a view to staying off political interference. The Commission should concentrate strictly on its anti-corruption mandate by staying within the enabling laws that established it. The EFCC should not be identified with promoting anarchy, no matter what.

 

“The court processes should be allowed to run their course without disruption. That is when democracy and rule of law can be said to be functioning in our nation,” the activists stressed.

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