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Jun
08
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Civil War Not About Hatred;Most Difficult Period In My Life – Yakubu Gowon

Civil War Not About Hatred;Most Difficult Period In My Life – Yakubu Gowon

History, News Flash, War
Civil War Not About Hatred; Most Difficult Period In My Life – Yakubu Gowon Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (rtd), has described the Nigerian Civil War period (from 6 July 1967 to 15 January 1970) as the most difficult period of his life. Gowon made this known on Saturday in Abuja after being honoured with a Lifetime Integrity and Achievement Award at the 5th Convention of the Christian Men’s Fellowship, Abuja Anglican Diocese. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event has as its theme: “Men of Honour: Living with Integrity in a Culture of Deceit”.…
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Apr
13
2025
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Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History

Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History

Culture, History, News Flash, South East
Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History Former governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, has said that the Igbos are more disposed to write and tell the world of their own history, culture, heritage and events as measure of defining the future more than any other. Obi made the insight at the unveiling of a compendium of Igbo heritage, events and achievers, named, ’IGBO BOOK OF RECORDS”, written by two veteran journalists, Nze Sam Nwanze and Comrade Mike Ubani. Obi, who was represented by his media aide, Mr Valentine Obienyem, described the compendium as a masterpiece that encompasses various…
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Mar
22
2025
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The Ancient Shrine Of Isi-Ume And Ugwuele: Tracing The Origins Of Humankind In Igboland

The Ancient Shrine Of Isi-Ume And Ugwuele: Tracing The Origins Of Humankind In Igboland

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, History, South East
The Ancient Shrine of Isi-Ume and Ugwuele: Tracing the Origins of Humankind in Igboland The history of the Igbo people is deeply intertwined with the ancient past of humankind itself. A remarkable archaeological discovery by Prof. Joseph Anozie has shed light on an ancient civilization in Igboland dating as far back as 500,000 B.C. This groundbreaking find provides compelling evidence that regions such as Uturu , Okigwe, Nsukka, Udi, Orlu, and Awka served as the epicenter of early Igbo settlements, playing a crucial role in the development of their culture and traditions. Recently, a research team embarked on a journey…
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Dec
26
2024
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The Truth Is Out There: Uncovering The Secrets Of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena: Over 2,900 Cases Reported In 2024 Spark Inquiry – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Truth Is Out There: Uncovering The Secrets Of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena: Over 2,900 Cases Reported In 2024 Spark Inquiry – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, History, Spirituality
The Truth is Out There: Uncovering the Secrets of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena: Over 2,900 cases reported in 2024. Spark Inquiry! The phenomenon of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) has garnered significant attention in recent years, with a staggering 120,000 reported sightings in the United States alone between 1939 and 2022 (Source: National UFO Reporting Center). This translates to an average of approximately 2,000 reported sightings per year, with a notable spike in reports during the 1950s and 1960s. A statistical analysis of UAP sightings reveals a fascinating trend. According to data from the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON), the majority of reported…
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