Henry Nwosu’s Aguda bomb, by Emeka Obasi
Bombs tormented Henry Onyemanze Nwosu all through the Civil War years while his family sought refuge in Biafra. As hostilities ceased in 1970, they relocated to Lagos to begin a new life. When the footballer started his career, Aguda Bombers was an attraction. By 1972, Nwosu was playing for Aguda Bombers, a youth team. That was how […]
Olukoyode, give us money, by Emeka Obasi
My eyes are on Olanipekun Olukoyode, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). I am fed up with our politicians, in and out of power, over the management of the economy. While they bamboozle us with dogon turenci ( long grammar ), hunger has taken over from insecurity. We all should be bothered that after […]
From Mbakwe to Uzodimma, by Emeka Obasi
As governor of Imo State, Dee Sam Mbakwe wept for his people to be treated with all decency due citizens of a nation. In death, the tears continued to roll until the gods of the land visited Government House Owerri to say hello to incumbent governor, Hope Uzodimma. Something terrible has been going on for 40 years […]
Obi as Shadow President, by Emeka Obasi
President Bola Tinubu needs help at this time to save him from politicians who are running him out of relevance with obnoxious policies. In all this, Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, appears to be the only true friend around. Obi is the only genuine opposition that all eyes can see. Representing the Labour Party, […]
Between Kalu and Kanu, by Emeka Obasi
Everything must be done to move the South – East Geo Political Zone to the next level. This is an area so blessed with human and natural resources, one of the three legs meant to balance Project Nigeria which unfortunately, continues to suffer neglect. Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu and Leader […]
Ivorian Luck In Eagles Gold, By Emeka Obasi
Anytime the Super Eagles lifted the African Nations Cup trophy, they confronted Elephants, were unbeaten by by the Ivorians and ended up producing the tournament’s Top Scorer. In 1980, Taifa Stars of Tanzania were easy meat in the opening match. Although they came with two outstanding goalkeepers, Athumani Mambosasa and Juma Pondamali, the East Africans […]
The Akeredolu In Betty, By Emeka Obasi
Marital issues remain secrets known only to those involved. Understanding what transpires between lovers is asking for too much. Matters of the heart are quite unlike politics where publicity takes precedence over consequence. Mrs Betty Akeredolu (nee Anyanwu) is in a world of her own at present following the demise of her husband, Chief Rotimi Akeredolu. Until […]
Ribadu and his Generals, By Emeka Obasi
The fight against terrorism will be won with full cooperation of the Armed Forces. When they are involved in peace operations outside the country, there is harmony
Fubara’s treaty of versailles, By Emeka Obasi
I feel for Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, who returned to Port Harcourt from Abuja waving the Olive Branch after what sounds like a strange deal brokered by the Presidency. My mind keeps racing back to the Treaty of Versailles. At the end of the First World War, Germany suffered humiliation. Territories were lost, most importantly, the […]
MUSA: A General’s burden, By Emeka Obasi
Chief of Defence Staff, Chris Musa, spent his early years in Sokoto, his place of birth. From primary education in Marafa Danbaba to Vocational training in Gaummi, he remained in the Caliphate until the end of secondary school at Federal Government College, Sokoto in 1985. That was when he moved to his home State, Kaduna, as a […]
If Jonathan were Weah…, By Emeka Obasi
President George Weah of Liberia needs to spend his retirement in Nigeria. There is so much to teach many politicians who refuse to quit when the ovation is loudest and end up creating a highly inflammable environment. Weah will quit the Executive Mansion in January 2024 for former Vice President Joseph Boakai. This will keep Liberia off […]
Peseiro Blows Owo’s Birthday, By Emeka Obasi
Dr. Felix Owolabi Akinloye won the African Nations Cup with the Green Eagles in 1980. He lifted the first CAF Cup with Shooting Stars in 1992. Celebrations mean so much to him and he was set to cap his 69th birthday on November 24 with a party for the Super Eagles. It should have been […]
Madam Rangers hated Ekeji by Emeka Obasi
Widowed at 36 in 1967, Julie Chin Alale bore her loss until she found love in Enugu Rangers. All the children she was denied by death, were found in the Flying Antelopes. The woman nursed them like babies, leaving nothing to chance.
Abia, Otti has landed! By Emeka Obasi
Otti took his time, and mounted Intelligence all over the area. The result was the discovery of 20 headless human remains and 80 decomposing bodies around the Lokpanta Cattle Market which was like the Biblical Sodom and Gomorrah, where everything evil stood tall.
Fubara: From Boy To Man, By Emeka Obasi
Wike will be making a grievous mistake if he reduced his hold on Governor Simi to Political Accountancy.
Amina, our first lady, By Emeka Obasi
Amina was born in affluence but it never got into her head.
