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I am posting this archival video to impart the following striking lessons in history: 1, There was indeed a country, a proud country, borne of absolute necessity, and in defense of cherished freedoms. 2, Those who led the country were youths, all under 35 years of age, including its Head of State, General Ojukwu. The elders merely advised. 3, The soldiers who defended the country were very young and inexperienced but they defended gallantly, and gave their all. 4, The lessons of why such a country was borne in violence has not been learnt to this day.

This graphic by Mike Arnold deserves a pride of place on this handle, because it reflects exactly how I feel about the justice system in Nigeria, and the brave hearts that have tested its bitter tunic and survived. Thanks, Mike, the quintessential #EarthShaker.

Congratulations to bodybuilder, our compatriot CHINEDU ANDREW OBIEKEA, also known as Andrew Jacked, who won the 2026 Arnold Classic UK Men’s Open title in Birmingham, and the Arnold Classic in the United States. He earned $250,000 in Birmingham, weeks after collecting $750,000 for winning the Arnold Classic in USA, taking his prize money from the two events to $1 million. He defeated former Mr. Olympia champion Brandon Curry, who finished second, while Patrick Moore placed third.

‘With what is happening today, it was a fruitless effort to have fought the Civil War to unite Nigeria’ - General Alabi-Isama (who fought for Nigeria). And he said much more.

Nnamdi Kanu writes from Sokoto prison, sacks personal lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor By Francis Ugwu (Daily Post) The jailed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, has formally terminated the services of his longtime personal lawyer, Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor, and directed him to stop representing him, his family, or IPOB in any capacity. In a letter dated July 22, 2026, and written from the Sokoto Correctional Centre, Kanu said Ejiofor’s engagement as his personal legal representative had earlier been terminated verbally, adding that the latest correspondence served as formal written confirmation of that decision. Kanu also withdrew what he described as any authority previously granted to Ejiofor to act for or represent IPOB, insisting that the lawyer no longer had any express, implied or ostensible authority to speak or act on behalf of the separatist group. Citing Section II, Subsection A of the IPOB Code of Conduct, Kanu said the power to appoint, suspend or dismiss principal officers rests exclusively with the IPOB leader unless expressly delegated. According to him, no individual, committee or former office holder acting outside the provisions of the IPOB Code of Conduct can validly appoint or retain legal representatives for the organisation. He therefore maintained that any purported mandate or authority claimed by Ejiofor to represent IPOB was no longer recognised. Kanu directed the lawyer to immediately cease making public statements, granting interviews, issuing press releases or publishing social media posts on behalf of him, his family or IPOB. He also instructed Ejiofor to stop presenting himself as his legal representative or that of IPOB in any court, forum or public space and to take the necessary legal steps to withdraw from any pending matters where he remained counsel on record. “Accordingly, I hereby place you on formal notice that you are not authorized to disclose, publish, communicate, exploit, or otherwise use any confidential or privileged information acquired in the course of your retainer, whether directly or indirectly, for any purpose whatsoever, except as required by law or by order of a court of competent jurisdiction, without my express written authorization from me. “Any unauthorized disclosure or misuse of privileged information may constitute professional misconduct and may give rise to disciplinary proceedings before the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee, as well as any other remedies available under the law,” parts of the statement read. Kanu cautioned that any breach of client confidentiality or unauthorized disclosure of privileged information could amount to professional misconduct and attract disciplinary proceedings before the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee, LPDC, in addition to other legal actions.

This is a travesty of justice. It also smacks of retaliation against @sowore for daring to demand recusal of the judge.

The Biafran Question Can Only Be Resolved Through Dialogue, Not Arrests, Prosecution – Aloy Ejimakor By @SaharaReporters Prominent lawyer and special counsel to imprisoned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, has argued that the long-running Biafra agitation can only be effectively addressed through dialogue rather than arrests, prosecutions, or other law enforcement measures. Speaking during an exclusive interview with Rudolf Okonkwo on 90MinutesAfrica, Ejimakor described the agitation for Biafra as a political issue rooted in demands for self-determination, insisting that the Nigerian government should engage aggrieved groups through negotiations. According to him, those seeking self-determination are essentially asking for a seat at the negotiating table rather than seeking confrontation with the state. "When people engage in agitations for self-determination, they are actually asking to come to the table," he said. "The best answer to such agitations is not the use of law enforcement but dialogue." Ejimakor maintained that the continued agitation in the South-East demonstrates that security measures alone have failed to resolve the matter. He argued that the Nigerian government should invite proponents of self-determination to discuss their grievances and aspirations, noting that such discussions are common in democratic societies. He cited Article 20 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights, which recognizes the right of peoples to self-determination. While acknowledging the authority of the Nigerian state to reject demands for secession, he stressed that any such decision should emerge from constructive engagement rather than coercive measures. "The state may refuse self-determination, but it must do so across the table through dialogue and negotiation," he stated. Ejimakor also expressed concern over what he described as growing frustration among people in the South-East. He warned against actions that could further alienate the region, saying there appears to be attempts to provoke widespread resentment in the South-East. He noted that despite dissatisfaction with the current political situation, many people in the South-East continue to participate in Nigeria's democratic process because they still consider themselves part of the country. According to him, one of the major sources of discontent remains the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu. He argued that regardless of political affiliations, many residents of the region are unhappy with the situation and view it as a symbol of unresolved grievances. Also, addressing speculation that some South-East political leaders may be hindering efforts to secure Kanu's freedom, Ejimakor rejected the claim and insisted that ultimate responsibility rests with President Bola Tinubu. He described Kanu's case as a federal matter and argued that the President possesses the constitutional and political authority to make a decisive intervention if he chooses to do so. "The buck stops at the President's table," Ejimakor said. "Any narrative suggesting that South-East governors are responsible for Kanu's continued detention is merely an attempt to shift responsibility away from the Presidency." He further contended that blaming regional political leaders risks dividing the Igbo people and diverting attention from the federal government's role in resolving the issue. The lawyer concluded by reiterating that dialogue remains the most effective path toward lasting peace and national unity. He urged the federal government to engage in sincere negotiations over the grievances driving the Biafra agitation and to address the controversy surrounding Kanu's conviction and life imprisonment.

I gave an interview to MOBtv on a wide range of topics. It’s in 2 segments, posted here.

If you’re one of those telling lawyers to shun the media & limit themselves to fighting MAZI NNAMDI KANU’s case only in Court, hear this: As this case is being fought in the court of law, it will also continue to be fought in the court of public opinion. Why? Because the case is more political than legal and #MNK, like the other greats such as Nelson Mandela, deserves robust public discussion of the grave injustice done to him.

As a lawyer, I’m profoundly offended by the report that the ICPC is denying Nasir El-Rufai (@elrufai) access to his doctor & meals prepared by his wife. This is egregious and recalls to mind Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s ordeals when he was in DSS custody which was far worse, because critical access to Counsel & solitary confinement were the norm. And the situation persisted until, as Lead Counsel, I had to take the bold step of initiating contempt proceedings against the DSS before the situation abated by dint of judicial intervention & some public shaming. In comparison, our own battle was lonely and way tougher because we had no such political leverage that is available to El-Rufai (as a former Governor) and through his son, Bello El-Rufai (@B_ELRUFAI) who is a ranking member of NASS. But the fact this is happening to them, despite their prodigious political standing, gives you an idea of what the common man has been passing through under the criminal justice system. That said, a nation that continues to condone this sort of impunity is a nation constantly begging for self-immolation. And to be sure, any act of executive impunity creates a karmic musical chair where the oppressors of today become the victims of tomorrow.

Put another way, what Ojukwu lamented here are the redlines drawn against Ndigbo that justifies the alternative of #Biafra. So, in a twist, Nigeria that is nervous about disintegration is the same Nigeria that unwittingly careens towards balkanization by its own hands, by its own policies.

In this clip, Ojukwu stated with clarity the core issues that propel the Igbo to agitate. It’s very prophetic, because the same issues persist to this day & appear more prevalent & insidious. If you think about it, you will see why what he said years ago still resonates with most Igbos of this era.

This video deserves a place in this timeline, it deserves to be viewed by those that follow me and it deserves the prompt attention of IGP @TunjiDisu1. So many questions.

General Ojukwu speaking at the sidelines of Achebe Colloquium held in Rhode Island, USA in October 2009 & I was there live with Emma Okocha, Prof Aluko & Omoyele Sowore. Do you think any of what he said here is relevant to the turbulences of the present era? Credit: @sowore.

BREAKING: Mike Arnold testifies before a US congressional committee on the composite issues of Christian persecution, Biafra and by extension, MAZI NNAMDI KANU.

Do you know that MAZI NNAMDI KANU never deserved to be tried, not to talk of being convicted, sentenced & imprisoned. And there’s much more. All are in this short clip. Watch & share.

In this short clip, my colleague (Barrister Nnaemeka Ejiofor) clears the air on whether MAZI NNAMDI KANU was ‘discharged & acquitted’ & makes new revelations on who took the case back to Court for trial & why/how the case ended up for trial after the said discharge & acquitted.