Nigerian Group Condemns U.S. Strike on Venezuela

The Venezuela Solidarity Campaign in Nigeria (VSCN) has condemned the recent U.S. military attack on Venezuela, calling it a violation of international law and Venezuelan sovereignty. The group mourned Venezuelan soldiers, Cuban officers, and civilians killed in the strike, describing their deaths as sacrifices in defence of Venezuelan territory.

VSCN demanded an immediate end to military actions and called for the release of President Nicolás Maduro, urging respect for Venezuela’s right to self-determination.

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Is Nnamdi Kanu Being Illegally Detained? Nigerian Jewish Leader Visits IPOB Founder in Sokoto Prison, Rejects Terrorism Label and Demands His Immediate Release

Is the continued detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), legally justified—or is it a violation of justice and human rights? This question has been reignited following a high-profile prison visit by Kohen Daniel Onuoha, a Nigerian Jewish cleric and spiritual leader of the Peace of Yahweh Synagogue and founder of Eastern Judaism, who met Kanu at the Sokoto Correctional Facility on January 10, 2026.

Describing the visit as an act of spiritual and moral solidarity, Onuoha said he was accompanied by his wife and representatives of Jewish congregations in Nigeria’s former Eastern Region, whom he said “faithfully observe the Ten Commandments.” According to him, the visit symbolised years of prayers and sacrifices by his community for Kanu’s freedom.

“For over five years, we have remained steadfast in daily sacrifices and prayers to Elohim without interruption,” Onuoha said, adding that the prison visit reaffirmed his commitment to justice and liberty.

During the visit, the cleric directly challenged the legal foundation of Kanu’s continued incarceration, urging the international community, legal experts, and human rights organisations to examine what he described as questionable legal grounds for the case. He argued that Kanu’s prosecution was based on a repealed law, making the detention unlawful.

Onuoha also rejected the designation of Kanu and IPOB as terrorists, insisting that neither the separatist leader nor the movement had committed violent acts. “Mazi Nnamdi Kanu is not a terrorist, and IPOB is not a terrorist organisation,” he declared, adding that Kanu’s ordeal stemmed from the peaceful exercise of self-determination and his public criticism of alleged abuses by political elites, foreign interests, and local power structures.

He further contended that speech alone cannot justify criminal conviction, stressing that verbal expressions or broadcasts without evidence of violence should not result in imprisonment. Calling for Kanu’s “immediate and unconditional release,” the Jewish leader said such action was necessary to uphold justice and the rule of law.

Beyond Kanu’s case, Onuoha appealed for broader international intervention, arguing that Biafrans continue to face marginalisation, oppression, and violence. He commended U.S. President Donald Trump for what he described as efforts to protect Christians in Nigeria and urged increased global pressure on Nigerian authorities over alleged human rights violations.

In his closing remarks, Onuoha called on Kanu’s supporters, Biafrans, Jews, and human rights advocates to remain peaceful, resilient, and steadfast, expressing confidence that justice would ultimately prevail.

The visit raises urgent questions: Is Nnamdi Kanu’s detention legally valid? Has the terrorism label been misapplied? And will international scrutiny finally force a reassessment of one of Nigeria’s most controversial political prosecutions?

Nigerian Activist Agena Robert Warns ‘If U.S. Can Invade Venezuela, They Can Invade Nigeria,’ Criticizes Trump as Dictator

Nigerian human rights activist Agena A. Robert has condemned the United States over its actions against Venezuela, labeling Washington’s foreign policy as hypocritical, imperialistic, and a threat to global sovereignty.

In a statement titled “The Hypocrisy of Empire: Why the U.S. Assault on Venezuela Is a Threat to Us All,” Robert argued that U.S. claims of promoting democracy are a pretext for controlling Venezuela’s resources. He accused U.S. President Donald Trump of acting like a dictator and criticized double standards in international relations, including tolerance for elites and selective criminalization.

Robert warned that developing nations, including Nigeria, are at risk of foreign intervention disguised as benevolence, citing U.S., Israeli, Chinese, Russian, and European influence under various pretexts. He called for countries in the Global South to resist domination and uphold sovereignty, stressing that Venezuela’s experience should serve as a wake-up call.

The activist emphasized solidarity with Venezuela and the importance of defending self-determination against neocolonial exploitation.

African Union Condemns US Airstrikes On Venezuela, Slams ‘Abduction’ Of President Nicolás Maduro, Warns Against Violation Of International Law And National Sovereignty

The African Union (AU) has strongly condemned the United States’ military strikes on Venezuela and the reported capture of President Nicolás Maduro by US forces, describing the developments as deeply troubling and a serious threat to international law and national sovereignty.

In an official communiqué issued on January 3, 2026, the AU said it was following the situation in Venezuela with grave concern amid reports of attacks on state institutions and what it termed the “abduction” of the Venezuelan president. The continental body warned that such actions undermine the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and self-determination of nations as enshrined in the United Nations Charter.

The AU reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to international law and stressed that Venezuela’s complex internal challenges can only be resolved through inclusive political dialogue among Venezuelans themselves, rather than through external military intervention. It emphasised the need for peaceful settlement of disputes, respect for constitutional order, and adherence to established institutional frameworks.

Expressing solidarity with the Venezuelan people, the African Union called on all parties involved to exercise restraint, responsibility, and respect for international law to prevent further escalation. The AU warned that continued military actions could destabilise the region and threaten global peace, urging cooperation, good neighbourliness, and peaceful coexistence as the only sustainable path forward.

Nigeria-Based Venezuela Solidarity Group Condemns US Military Strikes, Demands Disclosure of President Nicolás Maduro’s Whereabouts

The Venezuela Solidarity Campaign in Nigeria (VSCN) has strongly condemned recent U.S. military strikes against Venezuela, describing them as acts of imperialist aggression and violations of international law. In a statement issued on January 3, 2026, the group expressed deep concern over the safety and whereabouts of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro following the reported attacks.

VSCN rejected claims that the strikes were aimed at promoting democracy or human rights, arguing instead that they were driven by economic and strategic interests, particularly control over resources. Drawing parallels with past U.S. interventions in countries such as Iraq, Libya, and Afghanistan, the group warned that such actions often result in instability and civilian suffering.

The campaign demanded an immediate halt to U.S. military actions, full transparency on President Maduro’s condition and location, the lifting of sanctions on Venezuela, and accountability for alleged breaches of international law. It also called on the Nigerian government, the African Union, and progressive governments worldwide to speak out against the strikes and urged global solidarity movements to stand with Venezuela’s right to sovereignty and self-determination.

Ohanaeze Youth Council Urges South-East Nigerians to Prepare for “Eventual Exit” Amid Marginalisation, Calls for Referendum in 2026

The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) has urged Igbos in Nigeria’s South-East region to prepare for an “eventual exit” from the country due to decades of marginalisation, post-civil war injustices, insecurity, and perceived failures of the Nigerian state. In a New Year message, OYC President Igboayaka Igboayaka emphasized the need for Igbo people to plan politically, economically, and diplomatically for self-determination.

Igboayaka cited unresolved injustices following the 1967–1970 civil war and condemned the continued detention of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu as violations of international law. He criticized Nigeria as a state overwhelmed by corruption and economic decay, urging Igbo youths to mobilize politically ahead of the 2027 elections and advocating for a referendum or plebiscite on self-determination throughout 2026.

The OYC leader stressed that unity without justice is oppression and called on community leaders to collaborate in protecting lives and property while resisting any form of brutality against campaigners.

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Nnamdi Kanu: IPOB Leader’s International Lawyer Accuses UK of Ignoring Illegal Abduction, Torture and Detention, Urges Prime Minister Keir Starmer to Intervene

The international lawyer and spokesperson for the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has accused the United Kingdom of deliberately ignoring what he described as Kanu’s illegal abduction, torture and continued imprisonment in Nigeria. In a strongly worded letter addressed to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street, Kanu’s counsel, Bruce Fein, called for urgent diplomatic intervention to secure the release of the British citizen.

Fein alleged that Kanu was kidnapped in Nairobi, Kenya, in 2021, tortured and extraordinarily renditioned to Nigeria by Nigerian security agents, actions he said violated international law and multiple human rights conventions. According to the lawyer, Kanu has since been held in prolonged solitary confinement without adequate medical care under Nigeria’s security services.

The letter recalled a July 2022 ruling by the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention, which found that Nigeria violated 16 international human rights covenants in Kanu’s arrest and detention. The UN body ordered his immediate and unconditional release and payment of reparations—directives Fein said the Nigerian government has ignored for more than three years.

Fein also condemned Kanu’s life sentence handed down by a Federal High Court in Abuja on November 20, 2025, describing the trial as a “show trial” and insisting that Kanu’s advocacy for Biafran self-determination was pursued through peaceful means. He accused successive UK governments of failing to act despite Kanu’s British citizenship and questioned whether Britain’s silence was motivated by political interests, oil diplomacy or racial bias.

Drawing comparisons with the UK’s recent intervention in securing the release of British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, Fein described the contrasting response as a troubling double standard. He urged Prime Minister Starmer to use diplomatic channels to negotiate Kanu’s release, arguing that doing so would reinforce Britain’s commitment to human rights and correct what he called a historic injustice tied to colonial-era decisions and Britain’s role during the Biafran Civil War.

Kanu remains in the custody of Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS), as calls from rights groups, lawyers and supporters intensify for his release amid growing international scrutiny of Nigeria’s handling of the case.

Nigeria’s Constitution Is a Death Sentence for Igbo, ‘Indivisible Clause’ Is a Fraud — OYC President Igboayaka Calls for Self-Determination

The National President of the Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC), Comrade Igboayaka O. Igboayaka, has described Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution as fraudulent and anti-democratic, arguing that its “indivisible and indissoluble” clause amounts to a death sentence for the Igbo and other marginalized groups. In a strongly worded statement, he accused military juntas, political elites, and colonial interests of imposing a constitution that denies Nigerians their right to self-determination. Igboayaka said the clause violates international laws, fuels ethnic marginalization and violence, and called for its amendment or removal through a referendum or sovereign national conference to allow communities decide their political future.

IPOB Challenges Senator Orji Kalu to Provide Evidence for Alleged 30,000 Killings in South-East

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has demanded that Senator Orji Uzor Kalu present credible evidence backing his claim that the group and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) were responsible for killing 30,000 people in the South-East. In a statement by spokesperson Emma Powerful, IPOB insisted that such a grave allegation cannot be treated as politics and must be proven or publicly withdrawn. The group accused Kalu of misgovernance during his time as Abia governor, including enabling criminal elements and mismanaging state resources—allegations that remain unverified. IPOB reaffirmed its stance as a peaceful self-determination movement, distancing itself from armed groups and insisting that neither IPOB nor ESN has been proven responsible for killings in the region. The group said both Nigerians and the international community await evidence from the senator.

The Yoruba Revolutionary Movement (YOREM) has rejected any possibility of U.S. military intervention in Nigeria, following President Donald Trump's recent threat to deploy American forces after redesignating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC).
In a statement by National Coordinator Comrade Wale Balogun, YOREM said it firmly opposes foreign invasion and warned that the real danger facing Yorubaland is internal extremist colonisation, especially from terrorist Fulani herdsmen and jihadist groups seeking territorial and ideological expansion.
Key Points from YOREM’s Statement


No to U.S. military action: YOREM says foreign powers have historically contributed to Nigeria’s instability and should not be allowed to intervene militarily.


Defend Yorubaland: The group called on all Yoruba people, within and outside Nigeria, to protect their land against extremist threats.


Criticism of collaborators: YOREM accused some Yoruba individuals of aiding forces destabilising the region for personal gain.


Historical warnings: Balogun referenced the 19th-century Fulani expansion halted at Osogbo in 1840, noting that similar patterns are emerging today.


Unity among Yoruba groups: The organisation urged Yoruba self-determination leaders—including Gani Adams, COSEG, Banji Akintoye, Sunday Igboho, YSDM, and the Yoruba Leadership Forum—to take coordinated action.


Push for Yoruba autonomy: YOREM renewed its call for a Pan-Yoruba Constituents Assembly (PYCA) to draft a blueprint for autonomy within a restructured Nigeria—or a sovereign Oodua Republic if required.


Call to leaders:


Obas should form vigilante structures.


Lawmakers should support state policing.


Lagos State should strengthen Amotekun as a legitimate security arm.




Preserve Yoruba culture: The group urged an end to all forms of violence in Yorubaland and warned that Nigeria’s secularism is being eroded by religious bias.


YOREM concluded that although foreign intervention may seem attractive, history shows it often leads to consequences “far worse than current challenges.”

Tinubu grants mass clemency to 175 Nigerians including Herbert Macaulay , Mamman Vatsa, Ogoni Nine, and Farouk Lawan.

President Bola Tinubu extends historic pardons to national icons, ex-lawmakers, and long-serving inmates — sparking debate over justice, mercy, and selective forgiveness.

In a landmark exercise of presidential clemency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the pardon of 175 Nigerians, including posthumous exonerations for Herbert Macaulay, Major General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, and the Ogoni Nine, alongside amnesty for several living convicts such as former lawmaker Farouk Lawan.

The decision, endorsed by the National Council of State in Abuja, was made public through a State House statement issued on Wednesday by Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga.

Among the pardoned historical figures, Herbert Macaulay—Nigeria’s founding nationalist and co-founder of the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC)—was posthumously cleared of his 1913 colonial conviction, which barred him from public service. Mamman Vatsa, a poet and general executed in 1986 for alleged treason, also received a symbolic national pardon nearly four decades later.
Equally significant is the posthumous pardon of the Ogoni Nine, led by environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa, whose 1995 execution by the military regime sparked global outrage. Their rehabilitation comes with national honours awarded to four other Ogoni elders for their advocacy and sacrifice.

The list of pardoned individuals includes:
Farouk Lawan, convicted for bribery while chairing the House fuel subsidy probe,
Nweke Francis Chibueze, a convicted drug trafficker,
Dr. Nwogu Peters, jailed for fraud,
Mrs. Anastasia Daniel Nwaobia, Barr. Hussaini Umar, and Ayinla Saadu Alanamu, among others.
According to the PACPM’s report, 175 beneficiaries met the criteria of old age, ill health, good conduct, rehabilitation, or remorse during long-term imprisonment.

However, the decision has ignited public debate. Activist Omoyele Sowore criticized the clemency list, accusing President Tinubu of “forgiving political criminals while keeping Mazi Nnamdi Kanu behind bars despite court rulings in his favour.”
Sowore wrote on X (formerly Twitter):
“Criminals and political thieves are forgiven, celebrated, and rehabilitated, while a man demanding self-determination remains unjustly detained.”
The presidency, however, insists the move aligns with Nigeria’s constitutional commitment to mercy, justice reform, and national healing.

“The Flame May Flicker, But It Must Never Die” — Senate President Akpabio Delivers Stirring Independence Message at 65th Anniversary


In a session that beautifully merged celebration with governance, Senate President Godswill Akpabio delivered an emotional address to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, urging unity, resilience, and a renewed sense of national purpose.

Speaking during plenary at the National Assembly, Akpabio congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all Nigerians on the nation’s milestone, describing independence as a timeless reminder of the sacrifices made by heroes who fought for freedom and self-determination.

Reflecting on Nigeria’s journey since 1960, Akpabio described nation-building as an enduring process rather than a one-time event.

“After we hoisted our flag of freedom 65 years ago, we are reminded that the journey of nationhood is not a sprint but a marathon,” he said.
“It is a relay of faith and sacrifice — one generation handing the torch to the next.”


He encouraged Nigerians to remain steadfast amid present challenges, adding that “the flame may flicker, but it must never be allowed to die.” Akpabio also drew inspiration from the national anthem, reminding the Senate that “the labors of our heroes past” should continue to guide the country toward justice, peace, and prosperity.

Acknowledging Nigeria’s mixed history of “shadow and sunshine,” Akpabio praised the legislature’s role in sustaining democracy and called on lawmakers to work collectively toward governance that truly serves the people.

The session also featured a symbolic moment — the return of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan after a period of medical recovery. Her presence underscored Akpabio’s message of resilience, continuity, and inclusiveness in national leadership.

The Senate President’s message struck a balance between celebration and reflection, highlighting the importance of perseverance and unity in keeping Nigeria’s democratic flame alive.

Primate Ayodele Warns 1999–2007 Governors to Pray for Protection, Predicts Possible Southeast State Name Change

Primate Elijah Ayodele, Leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued a fresh prophetic warning to Nigeria’s political class, particularly former governors who served between 1999 and 2007.

In his latest message, Ayodele urged these past leaders to pray earnestly for their lives, health, and families, warning that without divine intervention, the nation could lose one or more of them.

“Let all the former governors from 1999 to 2007 pray that we don’t lose any of them,” Ayodele declared. “They must pray for their lives, their health, and their families, so they are not bereaved. None of them should pass away. Let them pray very well.”

The cleric, widely known for his political and national prophecies, stressed that the group remains spiritually vulnerable and in need of protection—especially as Nigeria faces economic hardship, insecurity, and political tension.

Beyond his caution to the former governors, Ayodele also dropped a prophecy concerning the southeastern region of Nigeria. He revealed that one of the states in the zone may attempt to change its name in the near future, a move he suggested could ignite national debates.

“Listen to this: I don’t know which state in the southeast, but one of them wants to change their name,” he said.


Analysts believe such a development could feed into long-standing discussions around identity, restructuring, and self-determination. Some southeastern states have repeatedly expressed feelings of marginalization, and a potential name change could be seen as a symbolic act of cultural or political redefinition.

Ayodele’s words add to his history of controversial but widely followed prophecies. Over the years, he has spoken about elections, governance, insecurity, economic shifts, and international affairs, often sparking debate among Nigerians.

Whether seen as a spiritual warning or a political reflection, his latest prophecy is already fueling fresh conversations about the country’s future.

Sunday Igboho Apologises To Ooni Of Ife, Seeks Support To Clear Watchlist Status

Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo (Sunday Igboho), on Saturday formally apologised to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, during a reconciliation visit to the Ile Oodua Palace in Ile-Ife.

Before prominent monarchs and chiefs, Igboho prostrated before the Ooni, admitting his past remarks against the monarch were wrong. He thanked the Ooni for privately intervening during his detention in Benin Republic and pleaded for support to clear his security watchlist status and unfreeze his accounts.

Supporting the reconciliation, Yoruba monarchs praised Igboho’s humility and assured him of forgiveness.

The Ooni, in response, embraced Igboho, describing him as a “brilliant and courageous son of Yorubaland” and urged unity among Yoruba people.

The move marks a significant step in mending strained ties and could pave the way for broader dialogue on Yoruba self-determination.

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Isese Day: Yoruba Group Alleges External Manipulation of Thrones, Warns Against Undermining Ile-Ife

A Yoruba civil society group, the Yoruba Revolutionary Movement (YOREM), has accused traditional rulers, political elites, and religious leaders of betraying Yoruba heritage by allegedly submitting to what it described as an “Afroasiatic imperial order” backed by internal collaborators.

In a statement marking Isese Day 2025, YOREM claimed that the historic rivalry between the Alaafin of Oyo and the Ooni of Ife is being exploited as a smokescreen to weaken Ile-Ife, regarded as the spiritual cradle of the Yoruba.

The group alleged that the humiliation of traditional rulers — such as the Olu Amugbo of Iwo during a coronation — reflected calculated external interference in Yoruba institutions.

“The Alaafin-Ooni rivalry is not a mere palace squabble. It masks a deeper agenda to subordinate Ile-Ife to alien control. What is playing out is spiritual warfare aimed at erasing our divine origin and replacing it with Abrahamic myths,” the statement read.

YOREM further rejected the blanket use of the word “Yoruba”, describing it as a colonial label, insisting that groups such as the Igbomina, Ekiti, Ijesha, Ijebu, Awori, Okun, and Ilaje all trace their roots to Odùduwà and Ile-Ife.

The group also criticized the Tinubu administration, accusing it of ethnic exclusion, voter suppression during the 2023 elections, and authoritarian practices. It condemned the alleged marginalisation of the Igbo in federal appointments, describing the judiciary and INEC as compromised.

YOREM defended rising calls for Biafran self-determination, warning that continued injustice and inequality could lead to wider disintegration.

“You cannot treat a people as second-class citizens and expect loyalty. The demand for Biafra is not treason but resistance to oppression. Unless justice prevails, others will follow,” the group warned.

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