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A Cry for Justice: Securing Idoma Land Against Rising Threats

The tragic and untimely murder of Barrister Mark Ofikwu has shaken the Idoma community of Benue State, Nigeria to its core. As a celebrated legal luminary and staunch advocate for justice, his death is not just a personal loss but a grave wound to the collective psyche of Idoma land. At Smearbusters, we view this act not only as a tragedy but as a rallying cry for decisive action to combat the pervasive insecurity threatening our homeland.

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Overview: Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s Landslide Victory

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has emerged victorious in the Ondo State governorship election, achieving a sweeping victory across all 18 local government areas. Representing the All Progressives Congress (APC), Aiyedatiwa defeated candidates from five other parties in a dominant performance that underscores his popularity and political strategy.

Although the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is yet to officially declare the result, the collation of votes indicates an unequivocal victory for the incumbent.

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Press Release

The Apa Legacy and Sustainability Scholarship Project is set to be unveiled on the 10th of this month at 1:00 pm, at the residence of Dr. David Olofu, GRA, Otukpo.

Founded by Hon. David Olofu, former Benue State Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning and current Technical Adviser to the Governors Forum, this scholarship scheme aims to support underprivileged undergraduates from the nine local government areas of the Benue South Senatorial District.

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Remembering Wantaregh Paul Iyorpuu Unongo: A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience in Tivland and Beyond

Introduction

As the Tiv community gathers from November 26 to November 30 to pay final respects to Wantaregh Paul Iyorpuu Unongo in his hometown near Jato Aka, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, the memory of an extraordinary life reverberates across the land. Through the words of Chief Simon Shango, MFR, Smearbusters presents a reflective account of Unongo’s towering contributions, chronicling the depth of his influence in the realms of education, business, and Nigerian politics. Unongo, a tenacious leader and a mentor to countless young Tiv men and women, left an indelible mark on his community, his family, and his nation.

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