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100 Happy Easter Messages, Wishes, Prayers

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4 months ago

April 5, 2026

Good morning Nigeria and welcome to Easter for the year 2026. Happy Easter to you, your friends and your family from Naija News Team.

Easter is celebrated by people practising Christianity all over the world every third or fourth month of the year. March or April.

Today being Easter Sunday for the year 2026, many expect good wishes from their friends, family members and loved ones, hence, a need to compile one.

Below are some Easter messages, wishes and prayers you can send to friends, family members and loved ones.

1. A joyous Easter to you! May the light of Christ illuminate brightly in your life both today and forever.

2. May the blessings of God and his amazing grace be with you as you celebrate this Easter with thanksgiving in your heart. Have a blessed
Easter.

3. Christ has risen! Now we have a chance to renew our lives and hopes. I hope the spirit of the holiday renews your life and your aspirations as you celebrate.

4. Christ has always been a part of our lives. He has promised not to abandon us, so let us give gratitude to Him for his bountiful blessings upon our lives. Wishing you a joyous Easter.

5. Christ shed his precious blood to set us free, how lucky we are. Rejoice with gladness, for His resurrection marks a new beginning in our lives.

6. I pray for the miracle of Easter to give you all the happiness, fulfilment and love you’ve always ask for, and I wish you a bright and colourful celebration.

7. Easter is here! A day we can reflect and give thanks to God for all His great deeds in our lives. I pray you to celebrate this Easter with a peaceful, cheerful and joyous heart.

8. A beautiful Easter to you! I pray that you feel the love and happiness during the holiday and that you may be strengthened and renewed by the promise of Christ.

9. Let your heart be joyous as Christ has given us the greatest gift of all. The gift of life. May this Easter bring to you and your family eternal happiness and fulfilment.

10. Rejoice for Christ has risen. He made a promise of resurrection, and it assures us of a better tomorrow. I hope you and your family have a joyful Easter.

11. As we celebrate the miracle of Christ’s resurrection, I pray your heart absorbs the blessings it comes along it, I wish you the best of the day.

12. Christ has fulfilled His promise of resurrection. I pray your heart encounters the warmth and that God illuminates every darkness in your life.

13. Easter symbolizes a renewal of life, Hope and Happiness. I wish you a Happy Easter celebration.

14. My wish for you this Easter is that God Illuminate your path and fill your heart with warmth, Love and Joy. Happy Easter to you and your Household.

15. Christ has risen, and his resurrection will unfold His goodness in our life. You are one person that matters to me, so I wish you a happy easter

16. This Easter day is the hope of many new beginnings, love, and happiness. May the essence of the day never depart from the things you do all through the remaining part of the year.

17. May you experience joy and peace as you celebrate the resurrection of Christ. I pray that your home has the sweet feeling that our Lord Jesus lives forevermore.

18. I wish you the renewal of life this Easter season because Christ the saviour lives forever. I hope you have more joy than you have ever had in the spent part of the year.

19. I wish you more joyful celebrations, brighter days ahead and more blessings from God as you join the rest of the world to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.

20. Happy Easter dear. May every bit of today fill you with plenty of love and happiness. You remain a blessing to the world.

21. I wish you and your family the happiest Easter celebration of a lifetime. Here is my truckload of peace and love to bond your family together.

22. I love Easters because I get to send more sweet wishes to the ones who matter to me. Always remember that it’s a day to feel the Lord’s blessings in our life.

23. May the air around you lighten your mood and bring peace to your soul. No matter what life throws at you, know that the Lord lives forever.

24. Let this Easter remind us of the need to be grateful. Christ’s sacrifice and the joyful resurrection should be enough to keep every worry off our heart today. It’s a new dawn. Happy Easter

25. Have a blessed Easter Sunday as you celebrate the father’s sacrifice through the son, Jesus Christ. Look up to the beautiful sky and spot the ray of hope for today and every day of your life.

26. May this Easter bring you to God’s warm love and trust in his living grace this Easter. You will be renewed and strengthened according to the promise of our Lord Jesus Christ. Have a blessed and wonderful Easter.

27. Have a fabulous Easter with love and happiness, joy and peace, bright feelings and may your heart experience the pleasure of God’s blessing. Happy Easter dear.

28. I pray that this Easter will bring you new hope, new faith, new goals, new aspirations, and new life. Have a wonderful Easter, my dear.

29. Here, I am sending my warm wishes to you and your family. May the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ bring hope to you and your family all year round. Happy Easter.

30. Let the Lord bless you abundantly and may his resurrection bring to you and your family abundant happiness that you have never felt before all through your existence. Happy Easter.

31. The spirit of hope and joy that Easter brings, help you to find contentment in all little things around you. Let there be a restoration of lost faith in the Lord. Happy Easter.

32. Our dear Lord Jesus gave his life for the ones he loves. Let us rejoice and be glad that he has risen. He has given us enough reason to live. Happy Easter.

33. I call upon the goodness and favour of the Lord in all you do. May the Lord send his guardian angels to protect you, and may the blessings of the Lord Jesus Christ always be with you. Happy Easter to you and your family.

34. Let the goodness of the Lord shine brightly on your face this Easter. Let his blessings and favour be on you immensely on this special occasion. May you have a pleasant and enjoyable Easter.

35. The resurrection of our dear Lord Jesus Christ has brought inner peace and satisfaction to our hearts. From the depth of my heart, I want to wish you a splendid and gracious Easter.

36. May this Easter never bring sadness to your life. May all your sadness forget you. May all your sorrows be eliminated. And the Lord will always bless you. Happy Easter to you and your family.

37. Easter day has come with lots of happiness, and peace of mind. The awesomeness of the Lord will visit you at the point of your needs. You are free indeed because our Lord has paid the debt in full. Have a prosperous Easter.

38. The Lord has sent his choicest and most special blessing upon you and your family this Easter day, and may you be blessed with inner peace. I send you and your family my best regard.

39. I just wanted to wish the unique and sweetest person in the universe loads of blessing and favour that is just as sweet as you this Easter day. Have a wonderful Easter.

40. At last, the day that all have been waiting for has finally come. The day our Lord Jesus resurrected. The tomb is empty now. May the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ fill our hearts with compassion, joy, love, hope, and endless blessings. Happy Easter.

41. Happy Easter to you. As you and your family celebrate this day, may God’s blessings fill your heart. Remember Christ’s perfect love for all humankind, let it be at the back of your mind that this love will fill your soul with hope all the days to come.

42. Today, we celebrate the father’s greatest sacrifice through his son Jesus Christ who died for all humanity. Happy Easter to you and your family.

43. The trees are blooming, and the flowers, sun, moon, and stars are celebrating the spirit of the risen Christ. He is up, and because of that, we have hope. Happy Easter to you and your family.

44. Today, Jesus is alive, and the tomb is empty. He is no longer in the grave. I pray as he has risen may every lost thing in your life increase again. Happy Easter to you.

45. This day is an opportunity to celebrate the unique person that Jesus Christ is, and remember that he died because of his love for every human. May the love of Jesus always live in your heart forevermore. Happy Easter to you.

46. Because our Lord is alive today, because we have a living God, therefore we have a living hope. Love, joy, and peace are here for us to share. May you enjoy God this Easter with happiness. Happy Easter.

47. As we celebrate (commemorate) the death and resurrection of our dear Lord Jesus Christ, may the reason for this season not be lost. Do well to have a wonderful and pleasant Easter celebration.

48. Easter is all about the love our Lord Jesus had shown to us selflessly. Never forget this undying love. He is the reason for this season. Let the hope and joy that cometh with Easter live with you forever. Happy Easter celebration.

49. Today, as he has risen, we celebrate him. May your heart experience peace of knowing him. I wish you the fulfilment of God’s blessing. Enjoy the day.

50. The sun, the bird, and humankind of different places and languages are celebrating the resurrection of our dear Lord Jesus Christ. He is our saviour. Have a beautiful Easter celebration.

51. Hallelujah, Jesus is alive. Hosanna to the Lord, the tomb is empty. Death could not hold him captive. He lives in us. He is risen and will reign forevermore. Happy Easter.

52. This Easter, may all the miracles you have waiting for a very long time locate you. May the Lord grant your heart desires. May the Lord bless you with more grace and eternal salvation. Happy Easter.

53. Make merry, and rejoice. Celebrate with people and don’t forget to put a smile on someone’s face. He is alive today, and we are free forever. It is a remarkable season. Our Savior died for us and had risen. Hallelujah, he has taken our worries away. Happy Easter.

54. He has given us another chance to renew our faiths, and we should be grateful to Him. His death has cleansed us from all of our sins. Now celebrate this Easter with a heart filled with love and peace. Have a blessed and beautiful day.

55. Easter brings happiness, Easter brings blessings, Easter brings compassion, Easter brings inner peace, and Easter brings renewed hope, faith and joy. Do well to have a pleasant Easter.

56. Easter is a beautiful day to celebrate all the wonderful things Christ has done for us. It is also an excellent time to enjoy all of your meaningful blessings. Happy Easter.

57. All those that believed in God will surely be blessed. Let the light of faith in God grow each day in your life. Have a happy, peaceful, pleasant and fun-filled Easter.

58. The reason why he came into the world was to die because of our sin and make us new again. All we pray this Easter is for him to save us both now and forevermore. Happy Easter.

59. Let the resurrection of Jesus Christ bring us closer to the new life Christ wishes for us. Here I pray for you to have an Easter filled with love, peace, joy, and blessing.

60. It is not all about the eating or even the dressing up for the church. It is all about the hope that we have because there was an empty tomb. Happy Easter to you and your family.

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61. Easter is a reminder of Christ’s undying love for us. It reminds us that hope must never be lost, for as dark as the road may seem, there is always a light that lies at the end of it. May all your prayers be answered. Have a pleasant Easter.

62. Easter signifies God’s blessing to the world. It is a way of telling us that he loves us and that love and hope still exists in the world. Happy Easter.

63. On this Easter day, rejoice, free yourself from all doubt. Make today the best day of your life, and be grateful to God for all his blessings over us. Happy Easter.

64. Let us follow the footstep of our dear Lord Jesus Christ. For in him all our queries will be solved. I wish you a beautiful Easter celebration.

65. The reason for the death of our Lord was to reconcile with our father. Let us reconnect with God so that the rising of Christ won’t be in vain. May the joy of the season fill your life with laughter and peace. Happy Easter.

66. Christ is our hope of glory. May the glory we wait never elude us. So also cast our burden unto the Lord for he cares a lot for you. Do well to have a pleasant Easter.

67. Christ died that we might have everlasting life. May this Easter bring you closer to the father. May this Easter find us worthy of the risen Lord and may the hope of future Glory fill your heart and home. Enjoy this feeling this Easter brings.

68. The stone that was used to block the tomb wasn’t a barrier to his resurrection. He has our lives impacted with joy, peace, and hope. Have a splendid Easter.

69. As the Lord has risen, may your heart be filled With Gladness. May darkness and sorrow depart from your life forever. Have a fun-filled Easter.

70. I am taking out this time to wish the sweetest person a sweet Easter. May your faith in God grow and reach a great height. Happy Easter.

71. We are all thankful for the risen king. He has ascended to heaven, and we have a hope of a better life. We are not hopeless. Happy Easter from me to you.

72. Jesus Christ laid down his life for you and I so that we may live abundantly. Through him, salvation came. Jesus Christ is the perfect example of love. Have a happy Easter.

73. Spread the good news, the excellent message that Jesus has risen. We have hope today. May our lives conform to the faith we have found in Christ. Happy Easter.

74. Jesus Christ came as a sacrificial lamb for our sakes. May this Easter be a lovely one for you. Happy Easter to you and your family.

75. Let us take a moment of sober to reflect on the sacrificial love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Do well to have a glorious Easter.

76. May your heart be filled with gratitude for the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. This Easter will bring the greatest feeling of recovery and joy. May this Easter season shower you with harmony, love, and peace. Happy Easter dear.

77. Let us be grateful for his unshakeable faith in humanity and immense strength because Christ has risen. Happy Easter dear.

78. May our dear Lord resurrection bring great deed that will be cherished and be a point of reference. Let the season carry loads of happiness and love. Happy Easter.

79. May the holy spirit bless your heart and soul this Easter. Celebrate the day and make merry on the triumph of the resurrection of Christ. May your home experience happiness, peace, and hope. Happy Easter.

80. He has given us another opportunity, so let us praise the Lord for this opportunity. A chance to become a better person. May his love fill us with renewed hope and eternal love. Happy Easter.

81. May this Easter beautify your heart and bring peace and joy to you and your family. May the resurrection of our Christ fill your heart with love, hope, and comfort. Happy Easter.

82. Let us be grateful to the Lord for his loving blessings. May this beautiful season bring you the greatest feeling of gratitude, love, compassion, hope, and faith.

83. May this Easter be fun filled. My earnest prayer for you is that God’s blessing will shower upon you and your family. Happy Easter to you and your family.

84. On this glorious day, I want to wish you sincerely a happy Easter. May it be a joyful and peaceful one with a loving heart. Enjoy this beautiful season.

85. Hurray, it’s Easter time. Jesus had risen from the dead. He brought salvation to humanity. May this day be a new beginning of greater prosperity, success, and happiness. Happy Easter.

86. Jesus is alive. He came to the earth to give life. So every one of us may continue to live. He lives in us. Happy Easter to you and those that matter to you.

87. Through God’s divine grace, may this Easter Sunday bring the inspiration of new hope, happiness, prosperity, and abundance. Happy Easter dear.

88. He died so that we can live again. What manner of love is this? Let us celebrate his love. For he has risen After conquering death.

89. Let our heart rejoice, sing and be glad because Easter gives hope for tomorrow that will always linger in our heart. I am here wishing you a beautiful and pleasant Easter.

90. Easter is an opportunity to be thankful to our Lord Jesus Christ for all he has done for us. It is an excellent time to enjoy all your meaningful blessings with your family friend and loved ones. Do well to have a fabulous Easter.

91. I wish you and your family a fantastic Easter. May it bring to you and your family good health, happiness and lots of love. May all your dreams come true. Happy Easter dear.

92. Easter signifies the renewal of life. May you feel the bright, joyful, glorious blessings God has to offer you during this Easter holiday. May you experience the hope of new beginnings, life, and happiness during this joyous Easter holiday. Happy Easter.

93. May the spirit of the Lord fill your home this Easter and all the rest of tour days. I wish you a thrilling Easter that has plenty of love and happiness.

94. Here’s to hoping this Easter holiday brings your family health, happiness and lots of love. I pray you and your family ex[erience the happiest Easter of all time. God bless you now and always.

95. Happiness and unwavering faith shall the Lord bless your home with this Easter. May all of your dreams and wishes come true. I am sending you happy hugs this Easter. Happy Easter.

96. Easter is more than just rice and chicken. It is also about peace, love, and family. I wish you a bright Easter celebration that has the blessings of the Almighty.

97. Easter teaches us the meaning of faith and what it is to feel the Lord’s grace in our lives. May you find the renewal of hope, health, love and the spirit of God. Happy Easter to you and your lovely family.

98. Easter is the hope that this season enfolds in everyone’s homes. It’s not just about the Easter egg or bunnies. May God’s blessing come overflowing. Happy Easter.

99. As you celebrate Easter, may you remember God’s perfect and infinite love for all humankind and may that love fill you with hope for all the days to come. Happy Easter.

100. Easter is here again and so is new life and faith. Let your heart rejoice and be glad. Shout with joy and celebrate this great day. Have a blessed Easter.

Please note that the messages contained in this article were not originally compiled by this author but were edited where necessary.

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“l did not k!ll him, he d!ed on top of me” – Sani Abacha’s mistress says

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3 hours ago

July 21, 2026

Oluwagbenga Olaoye

The lady who was with former military Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha, when he suddenly passed on, said she didn’t k!ll him, claiming that he d!ed on top of her during intercourse.

A retired security operative, Dennis Amachree, said the lady, an Igbo pharmacist, made the confession when he interrogated her over Abacha’s mysterious d3ath, the Nation reported

Amachree, who gave his own version of Abacha’s last moments, clarified that the former military ruler passed on around 4.05 am on June 8, 1998, at the Aso Villa, Abuja, in the presence of the lady during an intimate affair.

Abacha was Nigeria’s military ruler between November 1993 and July 1998 when he suddenly d!ed at 54.

Given the manner of his d3ath, there were speculations about what k!lled him and the circumstances of his d3ath.

“The lady pharmacist’s account, on whom Abacha apparently had a coitus-induced cardiac arrest, remains the true position, and puts an end to the conspiracy theories and half-truths that have gone viral,” he stressed.

Amachree, who was the Assistant Director of Operations and Intelligence at the Lagos State SSS Command, at the time of Abacha’s d3ath, emphasised that “any other narrative is an act of deceit and a disservice to our countrymen and women.”

He made the revelation in his 348-paged book, just released, titled: ‘DSS @40: My journey behind the shield.

The retired Assistant Director of Department of State Services (DSS) said after witnessing Abacha’s d3ath, the lady-pharmacist immediately joined the next flight to Lagos.

‘My team located and brought her to my office. I interrogated her myself. The first thing she said to me was : ‘I did not kill him, he d!ed on top of me.’ After her detailed account, I called the Director in Abuja, and she was immediately flown back,” he said.

Abacha died barely a month before the d3ath of Chief Moshood Abiola, winner of the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election, on July 7, 1998, who was in Abacha’s custody.

Following the protest and furore that followed Military President Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s annulment of Abiola’s victory, he stepped aside and installed an unelected civilian Chief Ernest Shonekan as interim head of state with General Abacha as defence minister.

Nigerians roundly rejected the arrangement and Gen. Abacha took that advantage to force out Chief Shonekan, barely three months after. Gen. Abacha then became the head of state and a full blown dictator.

Amachree noted that “Abacha’s five and half year rule was a period of extreme authoritarianism and brutal repression, adding that his regime was widely condemned for widespread human rights abuses, including arbitrary arrests, torture, and extra-judicial k!llings.”

The author said “the number of political detainees during his tenure reportedly exceeded the total from the entire British colonial period.”

Few days before he d!ed, the dictator received emmisaries from the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) leader, Yasser Arafat.

He also received Pope John Paul 11, who had visited Nigeria to plea for the release of detainees. AkwaIbom News

Indeed, the Pope was the last visitor that Gen. Abacha received.

Amachree acknowledged the enduring speculation and misery surrounding Abacha’s d3ath, consequent upon the conflicting narratives.

Many accounts were published, but few were based on verifiable facts.

“These range from fictional stories of a poisoned apple from disaffected soldiers, to more sensational claims involving foreign intelligence agencies,” he said.

The author disputed the claims of six people, whose narratives never resolved the riddle.

The first is David Orr of The Irish Times. Of his speculation, the author stated: “A journalist’s account cited an unnamed diplomat claiming Abacha was poisoned by a small group of disaffected military officers. While dramatic, this narrative was contradicted by a Nigerian newspaper report citing autopsy results that ruled out poisoning.” AkwaIbom News

Susan Rice’s testimony, Amachree said:” The former US National Security Advisor’s account, while condescending, echoed the widespread rumour that Abacha died in the company of prostitutes, possibly due to Viagra use. This version, while popular, lacks concrete evidence and is dismissed by those close to the late Head of State.”

He also rejected Major Hamzat Al-Mustapha’s account, saying: “As Abacha’s Chief Security Officer, his account is often considered a key source, though it contains notable inconsistencies. He claimed Abacha’s health collapsed after a handshake with a security guard of a visiting dignitary. This version, while exonerating the “poisoned apple” theory, differs significantly from other timelines and accounts.”

Also dismissing the late Gen. Jeremiah Useni’s suggestions, Amachree said: “A close friend of Abacha, Useni’s narrative provides a different timeline of events, contradicting Al-Mustapha’s account regarding the final hours. He supported the official story of d3ath by natural causes, citing autopsy results from multiple countries.”

The opinion of a medical officer, Brig-General Oviemo Ovadje, was also rejected.

“His account offers a different perspective, suggesting Abacha’s d3ath was a result of long- term health issues exacerbated by poor medical management, including the use of steroids.”

The author dismissed Femi Fani-Kayode’s speculation. He said the former Aviation Minister’s social media posts present a conspiracy theory alleging a CIA-orchestrated plot involving a poisoned handshake, with the complicity of other former Nigerian leaders. AkwaIbom News

“While lacking evidence, this narrative highlights the deep-seated public distrust and willingness to believe external forces are pulling the strings.”

Amachree said the most sensational of these stories of imported Indian prostitutes, a poisoned apple, and CIA involvement have been widely circulated, muddying the historical record.

He said he therefore, decided to clarify the authentic and accurate fact.

“As a security professional who was in the thick of it, I feel compelled to set the record straight and provide the true narrative for posterity,” the author added.

The most important account was that of Al-Mustapha, being the closest officer to him.

He has consistently tried to defend his late boss’ image, attributing his d3ath to a mysterious handshake from a foreign security operative.

The author claimed that Abacha’s health declined after shaking hands with a member of PLO leader Yasser Arafat’s entourage on June 8.

According to his account, Abacha was stabilised by a doctor at 6pm and was receiving visitors until Gen. Useni left at 3.35pm the following day.

Al- Mustapha’s explanation ends there, claiming he went home to rest and was only alerted to Abacha’s instability at 5 am.

Amachree insisted that Al-Mustapha’s account has a critical gap, stressing that “ he missed the one and half window after Gen. Useni’s departure that provides the key to the mystery.”

In paragraph five of page 250 sub-titled: ‘The final hours,’ the retired Assistant DSS Director gave a full details of Abacha’s last moments.

“At approximately 2.40 am, shortly after Gen. Useni left, Abacha’s girlfriend, an Igbo lady (name withheld), arrived at the Aso Rock Guest House from the Nicon Nogs Hilton Hotel,” the paragraph reads.

“With her was her younger sister, a pharmacist who was in Abuja for a conference. The Head of State had just bought his girlfriend a new SUV, and they decided to stop by to say hello to “ Oga.”

“Abacha was taken with the younger sister, and after a short while, the girlfriend returned to the hotel, leaving the pharmacist alone with the Head of State.

“At about 4.05 am, as they were getting intimate, the pharmacist realized Abacha had stopped moving. She called out to him, but he was unresponsive and stiff. She checked his pulse; there was none.”

In a state of panic, she quickly dressed and left the guest house, telling the soldier in guard duty that “Oga” had asked for a car to take her back to her hotel.

The soldier, unaware of the gravity of the situation, promptly arranged for her transportation. She returned to the Hilton, and after telling her sister what had happened, was quickly driven to the Abuja Airport to catch the 7. am Okada Airline flight to Lagos.

“This is the window Major Al-Mustapha missed. When he was finally informed of Abacha’s instability at 5 am, he asked who had been with the General. He was told about the girlfriend’s younger sister, whom they had just dropped off at the Hilton. The State Security Service (SSS) was immediately informed and went to the Hilton to arrest the girlfriend, but the pharmacist they urgently needed was already on her way to Lagos.”

In paragraph five of page 251 sub-titled: ‘The interrogation and the truth,’ Amachree stated: “At approximately 8 am on June 9, 1998, as the Assistant Director of Operations and Intelligence at the Lagos State SSS Command, I received a call from the Director of Operations at SSS National Headquarters. He informed me of Abacha’s d3ath and ordered me to send operatives to an address in Ogudu, Lagos, to arrest a young pharmacist.

“A team located and brought her to my office. I interrogated her myself. The first thing she said to me was: “I did not k!ll him, he d!ed on top of me.” After her detailed account, I called the Director in Abuja, and she was immediately flown back.”

Amachree recalled that “later that day, the news broke, and the media, with their “fertile imagination,” began to spin takes of imported Indian girls and poisoned apples.” LifestyleNews Feed

Alluding to what he described as the broader implications of the falsehood, he said: “The confusion surrounding Abacha’s d3ath is a microcosm of a larger problem in Nigeria: a leadership culture steeped in falsehood and a lack of accountability.

He added that “ the deliberate suppression of facts and the promotion of misinformation by those who should be held to a higher standard have kept the country in a retrogressive circle.”

Amachree warned that power is transient and no condition is permanent.

He said: “Abacha, a military dictator who surrounded himself with a seemingly impenetrable security detail, thought he was invincible. Yet, in the end, death kept it’s appointment with him, rendering his concentric rings of security useless.

“The story is a poignant reminder that power is transient and that no amount of security can shield a leader from their ultimate fate.”

The author raised some puzzles: why did the Generals, close aides and politicians deliberately propagate false narratives about Abacha’s d3ath? Who fed the media with these fake stories?

Warning against fabrications, Amachree said: “While the truth may be suppressed temporarily, the forces of human curiosity and investigative inquiry will ultimately bring it to light.”

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Plateau gov apologises to Igbo over civil war role

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10 hours ago

July 21, 2026

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Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has apologised to the Igbo community for the role the state played during the Nigerian Civil War, saying the people of Plateau were “deceived” into participating in the conflict.

Speaking during an interactive session with Igbo leaders from the 17 local government areas of the state at the Government House, Little Rayfield, Jos, Mutfwang urged both sides to put the painful chapter behind them and strengthen the bonds of unity.

According to a report by The Guardian on Monday, the governor commended the Igbo community for its contributions to Plateau State’s socio-economic development, describing them as an integral part of the state’s growth and prosperity.

He noted that Plateau had remained one of the most accommodating states for the Igbo people since the end of the civil war and recalled that compensation had been paid for some of the losses suffered during the conflict.

“I apologise to the Igbos so that we can put the past behind us and continue to foster unity. We have become one family because our people were deceived into going to war, and we regret it. We must close that chapter and move forward.

“We must unite. We want the Igbos to regard us as their brothers and sisters, and together we must create an enabling environment where everyone can prosper,” Mutfwang said.

The governor also appealed to Igbo entrepreneurs in Plateau State to support indigenous businesses by creating opportunities for young people through mentorship and investment.

“Nigeria is a great country, and no ethnic group has demonstrated the entrepreneurial spirit more than the Igbo. I encourage you to replicate that same spirit in Plateau. I also appeal to Igbo business owners to employ and train young Plateau indigenes,” he said.

During the meeting, leaders of the Igbo community endorsed Mutfwang for a second term ahead of the 2027 governorship election, citing what they described as his inclusive leadership, prudent management of resources and commitment to peaceful coexistence.

The endorsement was announced by the President-General of the Igbo Community in Plateau State, Chief Chidi Onah, who described the governor as a leader committed to equity and development.

“We hereby endorse Governor Caleb Mutfwang as the consensus candidate of the Igbo community for the 2027 governorship election. This endorsement is based on his competence, integrity, proven leadership and commitment to equity.

“He has promoted peaceful coexistence and created a business-friendly environment. He stood by us during the demise of our traditional ruler and has consistently engaged stakeholders to promote unity among the diverse ethnic groups in Plateau State,” Onah said.

Onah also praised the governor’s developmental efforts, saying the state had become more conducive for business and investment.

“Igbo people have lived in Plateau since before Nigeria’s independence. We appreciate the governor for compensating some of our members over disputed properties and urge Nigerians across ethnic and religious divides to support his administration,” he added.

Also speaking, former President-General of the Igbo Community Association, Mike Okunonke, described the Igbo as peace-loving people committed to the economic development of Plateau State.

He said the community’s support for Mutfwang was based on his performance rather than political affiliation.

“We will vote for personalities, not political parties. Governor Mutfwang has demonstrated capacity by creating opportunities and reducing unemployment. We will mobilise our members across the 17 local government areas to support him,” Okunonke said.

He added that the endorsement reflected the cordial relationship the governor had built with the Igbo community through genuine partnership and inclusiveness.

The governor’s Special Adviser on Igbo Affairs, Barr. Jonah Okechukwu Ezekweme, commended Mutfwang for creating an enabling environment for the Igbo community to thrive in the state.

He urged members of the community to support the governor’s second-term bid while continuing to partner with the state government in creating employment and business opportunities for young people.

Earlier, High Chief Felix O. Akpunku welcomed members of the Igbo community on behalf of the governor and praised Mutfwang’s developmental projects across the state, describing his administration as one committed to inclusive governance and sustainable development.

The meeting also featured the formal presentation of the new President-General of the Igbo Community Association, Chief Chidi Onah, by the immediate past President-General, Chief Mike Ifeanyi Okunonke.

Other speakers, including Chief Dr. Nelson Mkparu and Hon. Maureen Odilimuo, also lauded the governor for his inclusive leadership and support for the Igbo community, pledging continued cooperation with his administration.

The meeting ended with both the Plateau State Government and the Igbo community reaffirming their commitment to peaceful coexistence, deeper collaboration and sustainable development across the state.

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Eight die, nine missing in Jigawa boat tragedy

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11 hours ago

July 21, 2026

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Twenty-three persons have been rescued, while eight bodies have been recovered from Sunday’s boat accident that claimed 40 passengers in Jigawa State.

The incident occurred at Malamawar-Yan Dutse in Ringim Local Government Area, where a wooden boat conveying about 40 passengers, mostly female farmers and labourers, capsized while crossing a waterway.

Boat accidents have remained a recurring tragedy in riverine communities across northern Nigeria, particularly during the rainy season, often attributed to overloading, failure to use life jackets and strong water currents.

The Police Public Relations Officer of the Jigawa State Police Command, SP Shi’isu Adam, confirmed the latest casualty figure to The PUNCH on Monday.

He said search and rescue operations continued for the remaining nine passengers.

“At the moment, we have successfully rescued 23 victims alive. Unfortunately, we have also recovered eight corpses from the river,” Adam said.

He explained that local divers, emergency responders and security personnel had been at the scene since the incident occurred to rescue survivors and recover bodies.

According to him, all the rescued victims received medical attention and were subsequently discharged.

“Those rescued are now safe at their homes as they were discharged to reunite with their families,” he said.

Adam added that the search for the remaining nine passengers would continue on Tuesday.

“We are not relenting. Our teams are combing the river and adjoining communities to ensure we find the remaining nine persons,” he said.

He appealed to residents of riverine communities to assist security agencies with useful information that could aid the rescue operation.

The police spokesman also urged boat operators to avoid overloading and ensure that all passengers wear life jackets before embarking on any journey.

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