For the umpteenth time, the National grid, which is Nigeria’s system for ensuring that electricity is transported safely and efficiently from the point of production to where it’s needed, has collapsed. Yes, collapsed completely. For the whole of yesterday, Tuesday, 15/10/24, the day before yesterday, Monday, 14/10/24 and today, Wednesday, 16/10/24, I can say with authority, that the people of some parts of northern Nigeria, Kano state in particular, are in total darkness. These Nigerians were thrown into total darkness according to the nation’s power grid failure. The grid failure was the fifth or sixth this year alone. These frequent…
Author: TheStories
As Nigeria approaches a potential generational change of power, the credibility of potential leaders becomes increasingly important. One such individual who embodies the qualities necessary for effective leadership is Abduljalal I. U. Bello. AbdulJalal, a young and promising political practitioner from Tukur-Tukur in the Zaria local government of Kaduna State, possesses the qualities needed to lead Kaduna State and Nigeria into a new era of progress and development. By Suleiman Abdul-Azeez His academic background and practical experience have equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of governance. His dedication to learning and growing in the…
In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, one figure who has managed to stay above the fray is Hon. Bello Matawalle, former Governor of Zamfara State and now serving as a minister. As a seasoned journalist, I have taken the time to closely observe his career and personality. What stands out about Matawalle is his ability to rise above political blackmail and cheap propaganda, which often target public officials. Despite relentless efforts by his detractors to undermine his credibility, Matawalle remains unfazed, focused on his key responsibility—assisting President Bola Tinubu in ensuring Nigeria’s territorial defence and national security. When approached…
Pastor William Kumuyi, General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, has urged preachers to focus on helping their congregations rather than exploiting them for financial gain. Speaking at a recent “Ministerial Renewal” program for church ministers and workers worldwide, Kumuyi highlighted the need for preachers to uplift the poor and vulnerable, especially widows, rather than taking the little they have through promises of blessings tied to seed-sowing. He emphasized, “Elijah added value to those who were low, including widows who couldn’t pay back. That’s what true anointing should do—lift people, not take from them.” Kumuyi criticized preachers who manipulated their…
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has visited military formations in Kaduna State, and has commended the troops for their efforts in securing the State and making the Kaduna/Birnin Gwari road safe. The Minister made the commendation during his two-day operational visit to Kaduna, the Minister visited various military formations, including the Headquarters Sub-Sector 3 Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma Birnin Gwari, 1 Division Area of Responsibility, Pole Wire Military Camp, and the Air Training Command of the Nigeria Air Force. The Minister praised the troops for their resilience and hard work, which has led to significant security…
Of the 3,000 emails released from Hillary Clinton’s private email server in late December 2015, about a third were from her close confidante Sidney Blumenthal. One of these emails, dated April 2, 2011 discloses that Qaddafi was killed to stop him from forming a United States of Africa. The emails read in parts: “Qaddafi’s government holds more than 143 tons of gold and a similar amount in silver … This gold was accumulated prior to the current rebellion and was intended to be used to establish a pan-African currency based on the Libyan golden Dinar. Hilary Clinton This plan was…
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has reassured Nigerians of the Federal Government’s dedication to tackling and eliminating the challenges of insecurity nationwide. While speaking with newsmen after his courtesy call to Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, during which Minister Badaru conveyed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directives. He highlighted effective strategies to curb insecurity in the North-West region and nationwide, emphasizing consultations and engagements with Armed forces, stakeholders, and affected communities. “This collaborative approach will enable the review of operational strategies and implement positive changes to enhance security,” he said. Minister Badaru who is on a two-day visit…
For the late part of Monday, 07/10/24 and the early hours of Tuesday, 08/10/24, the rumour mill was busy with stories, to the effect that, Cameroonian President Paul Biya had died. Although no details were given on the time or place of his alleged death, because he has not been seen in public since his official visit to China over a month ago, the alleged death was easily believed by many. The news was moving from mouth to ear with caution, circumspect and complete carefulness. Everyone was being close-mouthed, because, Paul Biya is more or less seen as a symbol…
There is an African Proverb that says: When the desirable is not available, the available becomes the desirable. The fuel situation in Nigeria today has not only made this African proverb appropriate but aptly suitable for our circumstances. Also highlighted by the proverb, because of our dire situation is, the authority of the nouns, acceptability, accessibility, availability, and most importantly, affordability. People have been compelled to weigh options, in line with the capacity of their pockets, before approaching the fuelling stations to buy petrol. Because of the high price, quality is immaterial. What matters most is the ability to buy.…
The apologists of the political Zionists in Israel would love their lies to be believed, claiming that the recent retaliatory attacks on Israel by Iran were failures. Do not believe these lies, as they are just that. The attacks were highly successful. This is not to make Iran complacent, however. By Abdu Labaran Anyone doubting the success of the Iranian attacks should ask some of the thousands of Israelis fleeing their country. Hundreds of them troop daily to the nearest airport in Israel for a one-way journey out of the country. Parts of Jerusalem, Israel’s capital, were also struck by…