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Revelations from co-authoring Brigadier Musa Usman’s biography

By The Insight Team October 8, 2026 318 0

Theophilus Abbah (co-author) Every time Hajiya Ramatu Ohioma Ali (now late) spoke or called me, her voice carried a brutal force of authority I could not resist. So, it was in 2020, when her name flashed on my sleek Samsung handset. In an undisguised commanding tone, she declared: “You’re part of a project to write […]Continue Reading

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The life of Brigadier Musa Usman teaches Nigerians the importance of purposeful leadership – Vice President Shettima  

By The Insight Team October 8, 2026 189 0

(Being a Speech by His Excellency, Senator Kashim Shettima,  GCON, Vice-President of the Federal Republic of  Nigeria, at the Public Presentation of Brigadier Musa  Usman (1940–1991): Service and Impact, at the NAF Conference Centre, Abuja, on Monday, 14th September,  2026) Protocol It is a special honour to join you for the presentation of this Continue Reading

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‘Why the family commissioned book on Brigadier Musa Usman’

By The Insight Team October 8, 2026 183 0

 An address by Hassan Musa Usman, FCA, at the launch of the book: Brigadier Musa Usman (1940-1991): Service & Impact, on   Monday, 14th September 2026 at the NAF Conference Center and Suites, Kado, Abuja Bismillahi Rahmanir Rahim. Your Excellencies, Your Royal Highnesses, distinguished guests — all protocols duly observed. We give thanks to Continue Reading

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Two words defined the life of Brigadier Musa Usman, says Senator (General) Ike Nwachukwu

By The Insight Team October 8, 2026 192 0

(Being Goodwill message by Senator (General) Ike Nwachukwu, titled “The Ripple Effects of Service: Echoes Beyond the Uniform” at the Presentation of the  Biography of Brigadier General Musa Usman at the Nigerian Air Force Conference Centre, Abuja). PROTOCOLS We live in a world obsessed with measuring success. We measure them in wealth, in titles, in […]Continue Reading

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Service and Impact of Brigadier Musa Usman: A Book Revıew

By The Insight Team October 8, 2026 221 0

Tıtle: Brıgadıer Musa Usman (1940 – 1991) Servıce and Impact  (A chronicle of the Lıfe, Dedıcated Servıce and Vısıonary Leadershıp of the Fırst Mılıtary Governor of Nıgerıa’s North Eastern State) Authors: Mahmoud Jega & Theophılus Abbah Publıshers: Continue Reading

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Oluwa Dicey Drops Seven-Track Debut EP ‘Old Soldier

By The Insight Team August 27, 2026 184 0

By Sanni Marvelous Nigerian rising star Oluwa Dicey has released his seven-track debut EP, “OLD SOLDIER IN A BOY”, with the project now available for streaming and download worldwide. The EP, released on Thursday, across major streaming platforms, explores themes of resilience, battles fought young, survival, faith and growth. “OLD SOLDIER IN A Continue Reading

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To Defeat Terror, Nigeria Must Channel Bibi’s Anger

By The Insight Team April 25, 2026 472

My circle and that of the late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah never once overlapped. Yet his murder by Boko Haram and ISWAP on April 9, 2026, in Benisheikh, Borno State, struck me with the force of a personal bereavement. It felt as though death had robbed me of a bosom friend on the highway of […]Continue Reading

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Red19 Global, Aafin Ilu set for International Art Exhibition in Osun, U.K

By The Insight Team September 18, 2025 710

By Clement Adeyi Red19 Global, in collaboration with Aafin Ilu Cultural Centre, is set to present an extraordinary cross-continental art exhibition. The theme of the event is: “Cultural Words, Ancient Voices” (Óro Asa, Ohun Atijo in Yoruba parlance). While the official opening ceremony will take place on 20th-30th September 2025, the event will also run Continue Reading

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Who’s Who in Igala Kingdom: 30 Years of Legacy, Culture, Unity

By The Insight Team August 29, 2025 892

By Eneojo Herbert Idakwo The countdown has begun to one of the most anticipated cultural and social gatherings in Igalaland, the 30th Anniversary of “Who’s Who in Igala Kingdom”, set to hold on Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at the prestigious CHIDA INTERNATIONAL EVENT CENTER, UTAKO at 12noon. This landmark celebration is poised to be a […]Continue Reading

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How Nigerians are working against God

By The Insight Team July 12, 2025 1140

  A pan-African movie, The Woman King, written by Dana Stevens and produced by Maria Bello and Cathy Schulam, overflows with suspense, surprises, courage, and valuable life lessons. I hear voices from the movie behind me always; it remains as memorable as instructions in wisdom I received in my boyhood years from my grandfather. Haven […]Continue Reading

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Nike Lake: A hideout resort in Enugu

By The Insight Team March 10, 2025 2098 0

By Theophilus Abbah It is February in the coal city of Enugu. The month is renowned for the furious humidity that creates uncanny perspiration and the discomfort that makes one detest wearing thick fabrics. Nike Lake Resort, however, provides an escape from the unfriendly weather. The wide space at the back of every hotel room […]Continue Reading

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A forensic linguistic analysis of Tinubu’s New Year message

By The Insight Team January 2, 2025 1177 0

Theophilus Abbah President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s New Year message to Nigerians on January 1, 2025, was the most optimistic of his speeches since he became president 19 months ago. In the speech, he acknowledged hardship in the country as a result of his so-called reforms. Tinubu highlighted positive economic trends, like decreasing fuel prices, trade […]Continue Reading