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Photo Ethiopia just commissioned Africa's largest hydro power dam, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) Built over 12 years, from 2011 to 2023, it has an installed capacity of 5.51 gigawatts, and will not only supply power to Ethiopia but will also make Ethiopia a net exporter of power to neighbouring nations like Kenya Funding? To fund this massive project, which costs about $5 billion, Ethiopia was forced to look inward due to significant opposition from Egypt, which argued that the dam would restrict the flow of the Nile River to Egypt. Egypt relies on the Nile for 90% of its water. Thus, Egypt pressured international donors not to fund the project Thus, the government of Ethiopia was forced to look inward and tax its local institutions. The Central Bank issued "Renaissance Bonds" to Ethiopians in the diaspora and at home. Civil servants donated a part of their paychecks via direct debit, and these bonds were sold as a patriotic effort. In terms of numbers, the E...

Ekiti State, Nigeria — In a major development ahead of the October 27th primaries, Engr. Kayode Olubunmi Ojo has officially picked up his nomination form, signaling his intention to contest for the gubernatorial ticket in Ekiti State. Ojo, known for his background in engineering and a track record of public service, joins a growing list of aspirants vying for their party’s nomination. The move sets the stage for a competitive primary election as political stakeholders closely monitor the emerging dynamics. Party supporters and political analysts alike are now turning their attention to the campaigns leading up to the primaries, which are expected to shape the political landscape of Ekiti in the upcoming general elections. More details about Ojo’s campaign plans and key policy priorities are expected to emerge in the coming days as he formally launches his bid.

Amaechi Drops Bombshell I Knew What They Planned Behind Closed Doors” Amaechi Drops Political Bombshell: “I Rejected APC’s Election Committees Because I Knew What They Planned Behind Closed Doors” In a revelation that has sent tremors through Nigeria’s political landscape, former Minister of Transportation and two-time Rivers State governor, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has openly admitted that he rejected every appointment offered to him by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to serve on election planning committees; the very committees that allegedly birthed the controversial government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking in a no-holds-barred session on X Spaces, Amaechi peeled back the curtains on the murky underbelly of Nigerian politics. He alleged that electoral fraud is routinely orchestrated at the highest levels, implicating state governors and key government agencies in what he described as a well-oiled machinery for siphoning public funds and manipulating votes.  “All t...

Putin Prepares Nuclear Missile Test Ahead of High-Stakes Meeting With Trump in Alaska Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly preparing to test a new nuclear-armed cruise missile ahead of his scheduled meeting with former US President Donald Trump in Alaska. Satellite imagery shows increased activity at Russia’s key nuclear testing facility in recent weeks. Increased Activity at Novaya Zemlya Nuclear Test Site Russia’s Pankovo nuclear test site, located on the Barents Sea archipelago of Novaya Zemlya, has seen a surge in personnel, equipment, ships, and aircraft. Analysts say the movements resemble preparations seen during earlier tests of the 9M730 Burevestnik, also known as the “Storm Petrel.” A Western security source indicated that Moscow may be preparing another test of the Burevestnik missile, which Russia claims has virtually unlimited range due to its nuclear-powered propulsion system. Satellite Images Reveal Military Build-Up According to ...

OBI REPLIES SOLUDO ON HIS ONE TENURE & PSYCHIATRIC JAB . Mr. Peter Obi WROTE  My One-Term, Four-Year Vow Is Sacrosanct One of the greatest American Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership. Another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations. In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer. His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self. Indeed, history shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it. Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service - however brief - that defines true statesmanship. It is within this context ...