U.S. delivers 50 tons of ammunition to Syria rebel groups

military cargo planes gave 50 tons of ammunition to rebel groups overnight in northern Syria, using an air drop of 112 pallets as the first step in the Obama Administration's urgent effort to find new ways to support those groups.

Open Letter To Igbos: Forget Biafra, Focus On National Unity

 
My dear brothers from the east! Let me greet you in a more familiar manner: “Kedu, how market?” In my last open letter to you, I tried to convince you of the need to unanimously push a leader to the center. But, surprisingly, instead of focusing on how we can strive for political relevance during the new administration, some of my fellow brothers clamoured for the Biafra movement renewal.

Nigerians Discuss Independence Of Biafra, Unity Of Nigeria

Last week, the majority the Scottish people said “No” to the prospect of Scotland leaving the United Kingdom. Following the much-discussed 2014 Scottish independence referendum outcome, Naij.com has asked its readers a similar question, but peculiar to Nigeria only. Below you may find various responses from Nigerians who explain why they would rather support a united Nigeria, or root for re-emergence of the Republic of Biafra.

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Republic of Biafra in May 1967

About 75% of the 850 commentators bitterly noted how multiple ethnicities and cultures inhabiting Nigeria often clah and subject each other to violence. They were adamant that separation and re-emergence of Biafra would be best.

Russia launches naval bombardment of targets in Syria

Russia launched a naval bombardment of ISIS targets in Syria on Wednesday, a senior official said, ramping up a newly muscular presence in the Middle East.

Four Russian ships fired 26 missiles into Syria, hitting 11 targets, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu told President Vladimir Putin during a televised meeting.

Shoigu said the strikes were launched from the Caspian Sea using precise long-range missiles that flew 1,500 kilometers (930 miles) to their targets.

Wednesday also appeared to mark new and closer military cooperation between Russia and the embattled Syrian regime of President Bashar al-Assad.

Syria's war, explained in graphics

Russia and Syria launched coordinated attacks on Islamist factions in numerous towns in Hama and Idlib provinces in western Syria on Wednesday, with Syrian shelling being conducted in apparent concert with Russian airstrikes, according to an opposition group.

Breaking News: Twin bomb blasts in Abuja, scores dead, injured

Boko Haram militants struck Friday night in Kuje and Nyanya parts of the Federal Capital Territory leaving many dead  and a some people injured.
The death toll was put at about 20 but the military, security agencies and the National Emergency Management Agency( NEMA) were mopping up last night.
Although NEMA confirmed that the explosions resulted in a number of deaths and injuries, it was silent on the toll.
Armed soldiers have been drafted to the affected parts to curtail the insurgents.
There was suspicion that the attacks were carried out in anger by the insurgents because some of their key commanders are being detained in Kuje Prison.
According to eye witness account, the insurgents launched simultaneous attacks on the Police Station and the market in the town

23 Things That Love Is

Last year I posted an Article with a long list of definitions of what love is, 23 definitions to be exact. Since you and I have the tendency to be distracted and forgetful, I want to post that list again.

Syria conflict: Russia air strikes stepped up

Russia has stepped up its campaign of air strikes against opponents of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.