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THE POPE WOULD NEVER ENDORSE A WAR AND THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS DINNER ATTACK

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Book cover Condemning Violence, Choosing Humanity: A Call Beyond War The recent gun attack at a hotel in Washington, D.C., during the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner—where President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other dignitaries were present—is deeply troubling. I strongly condemn this act of violence. At a time when global tensions remain high, such incidents remind us how fragile peace truly is. It is also a moment to express gratitude for the safety of lives preserved, even if only one. A Coincidence That Speaks Loudly It is both striking and sobering that this incident coincides with the release of my latest book: “THE POPE WOULD NEVER ENDORSE WAR — Even When God Commanded Some” This is more than coincidence—it is a call to reflection. No Justification for Violence Whether political, military, religious, or civil—violence remains violence. There are no acceptable forms of it. Behind every act of violence are br...

FCT ELECTION RESULTS 2026: WHAT AMAC & GWAGWALADA OUTCOMES MEAN FOR PETER OBI’S 2027 PROSPECTS

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FCT Council Elections 2026 Hello VICTOR COSMAS BLOG readers across the world. Be informed, that this Analysis, is only accurate in the event that there were no irregularities that skewed the results of the 2026 FCT Council Elections in favour of announced winners, otherwise, this article does not apply. Overview of the 2026 FCT Council Elections On 21 February 2026, voters across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory participated in local government elections.  Official results declared by INEC show: The All Progressives Congress (APC) retained control of AMAC. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured victory in Gwagwalada. Other councils reflected a mix of party strengths. Reported turnout in some areas, including AMAC, was low (widely reported around single-digit participation percentages) Sources : Premium Times (22 Feb 2026 live updates), The Guardian Nigeria (22 Feb 2026), TheCable (22 Feb 2026). Key Observations From the Results 1️⃣ Low Voter Turnout Mat...

TRUE ACTIVISM NEEDS NO RING LIGHT: HONORING FELA’S LEGACY, WIZKID'S GREATNESS, AND QUIET CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE

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Legendary Afrobeat King, Fela Kuti ACTIVISM BEHIND THE RING LIGHT: FELA, WIZKID, AND SEUN KUTI We all agree on one thing:  Fela was an activist.  Not ony, the originator of Afrobeat;  He used him music to communicate grievances—many of which still affect the Nigerian and African man today. Unfortunately, many today are losing touch with history and the true legacy of Baba Fela. Nigerian schools don't teach history. Worse still, aggressive and uncouth attacks from Seun Kuti directed at Wizkid and his fans are completely the wrong approach. Seun, shouldn't have done that. My motivation for this blog comes from years of quietly advocating for Fela’s recognition, especially his deserved Grammy acknowledgment.  Here are screenshots of tweets from the past, emphasis on the dates.     Tweet from 21 October, 2020.           The tweet.                         09 January, 2025 ...

MAN TO MAN: Reno Omokri, Sowore, Tinubu and Peter Obi; Facts, Falsehoods and Political Misinformation in Nigeria

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  Reno Omokri  Social media influencer This article responds to Reno Omokris comments on Omoyele Sowore and President Bola Tinubu while addressing political misinformation and the continued attacks on Peter Obi within Nigerian politics and democratic discourse. No, Mr Reno! On the accusations you made against the President of Nigeria; It is awkward to say, it is not valid in court or even among the secular population. You're not the type of man to speak publicly without putting your facts together. In your tirade on Mr Peter Obi , you have asked your subscribers to " fact-check " your claims. A trademark you have aggressively adopted. You even told President Tinubu to sue you to court if you defamed him by calling him a drug lord. Such audacity, cannot be summoned under assumptions. I know you think all Nigerians are plain stupid. I mean, what can they do? they'd only join their favourite influencers on social media to drag, that's all. The influencer makes...

WHAT EVERYONE WHO KNOWS NIGERIA TRULY UNDERSTANDS: POWER, PAIN, POTENTIAL & THE FUTURE OF THE GIANT OF AFRICA

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WHAT EVERYONE WHO KNOWS NIGERIA KNOWS ABOUT NIGERIA πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ —  A Message of Truth, Unity, Strength and Hope A panoramic view of Obudu Hills, showcasing the untouched beauty and rich biodiversity of Nigeria’s landscape . Hello everyone across the world. I deeply appreciate readers from over 19 countries — including the United States , Nigeria , Russia , Germany , United Kingdom , France , Singapore , Canada , Sweden , Netherlands , Kenya , TΓΌrkiye , Ireland , UAE , Ukraine , India , Austria , Vietnam , Switzerland , and many others. For 13 years, you have stood by us. Thank you. GLOBAL TENSIONS & WHY NIGERIA MATTERS NOW Today, many nations where my readers live are facing serious tensions: The Russia–Ukraine war began February 24, 2022 , causing thousands of civilian deaths and large-scale military losses. India and its neighbour continue to experience border tensions that threaten escalation. The Middle East — Israel , Hamas , Hezbollah , Iran , Houthis — remains on edge. US–Ve...

PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP ACCUSES NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT OF CHRISTIAN GENOCIDE — A CALL TO PATRIOTS TO UNITE FOR NIGERIA πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬

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Nigeria has suffered the loss of countless precious lives and properties since 2009. That was the year an ugly stranger emerged — Boko Haram , a violent terrorist sect that has plagued our nation ever since. Before Boko Haram ’s rise, Nigeria was already struggling with tribal skirmishes and intermittent religious clashes that often took the lives of innocent Christians. Over the years, cruel public killings have occurred —among the most shocking being the mob killing of Deborah Samuel Yakubu in Sokoto State , murdered by her fellow students who accused her of blasphemy. Tragically, no one was brought to trial for her death. Most of these killings have been carried out by Islamic extremists who claim their actions are in defense of their faith. Many of them publicly support such atrocities if they believe an action “defies the teachings of the Qur’an.” Some even hold the deadly conviction that it is their religious duty to forcefully convert Christians to Islam — or to eliminate t...

VICTOR COSMAS BLOG: THE BIG NEWS IS HERE — 13 Years of Independent Writing, Global Voice, and Peace Advocacy

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18 May 2012 , thirteen years ago, I wrote my first post. “The Joy of Success.” Then came “Ideas Are All You Need,” followed by “You Can Make the Right Kind of History,”  and then, “What Is in a Woman.” After that, I wrote “A Good and True Friend,” in honour of my American friend, Ebony. Then, “Procrastination Is Certainly Why You Are Down There.” All were hits. With “My Voice for 2015: Nigeria πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬, Lets Make This Our Voice,” my August 9, 2013 blog post attracted the attention of prominent Nigerians on the former Twitter — now Elon Musk’s X . Since then, I have gone on to publish over 70 posts. But all these were born from a desire to make a contribution to Nigeria πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ through her youths. It was to create a voice that many only wish they had — a global voice that speaks to truth, peace, and unity. I dabbled into writing because I believed words could move mountains — and indeed, they can. Because of our choice of topics, the Google AdSense program coul...