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OPINION:Daniel Bwala: Of Context, lying, And Denial

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TUESDAY FLAT OUT OPINION:Daniel Bwala: Of Context, lying, And Denial   By Suyi Ayodele (Published in the Nigerian Tribune on Tuesday, March 10, 2026) https://tribuneonlineng.com/daniel-bwala-of-context-lying-and-denial/ The ancient Greek philosopher Socrates warned that lies are not harmless distortions of reality; they are assaults on truth itself. Falsehood, he argued, is destructive because it murders truth and corrupts the moral order. Permit me to use his exact words, to wit: “The punishment for a liar is not being believed, even when telling the truth.” His disciple, Plato, carried the argument further.   In The Republic, Plato cautioned that the gravest danger to society comes when those entrusted with public responsibility lose their fidelity to truth. When leaders manipulate truth, the foundations of public trust collapse.   These classical insights provide a useful entry point into the recent outing of Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser on Media and Publi...

Amagba Elder's Council Call On Property Owners To Come For Verification With Vital Documents From Buyers

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Amagba   Elder's Council Call On  Property Owners To  Come For Verification With Vital Documents From Buyers Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin    Amagba Community Elder’s Council in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State has called on property owners in the community to furnish the Property Verification and Authentication Committee with their documents with the view of certifying their true ownership. This was contained in a statement signed by the Chairman of the Amagba Community Land Verification Committee, Mr. Omoregbe Osunde and its Secretary, Mr. Nosakhare Igbinidu respectively on behalf of the Elder’s Council and made available to Journalists in Benin City, the Edo State capital. The duo said the purpose for the exercise is to checkmate the continuous complaints by property owners who complained of encroachments and reallocations of their property in the community. The duo stated  that to lay such complain to rest and resolve all ...

Amagba Elders Call On property Owners To Meet PVAC With Vital Documents

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Amagba  Elders Call On  property Owners To Meet PVAC With Vital Documents  Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin    Amagba Community Elder’s Council in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State has called on property owners in the community to furnish the Property Verification and Authentication Committee with their documents with the view of certifying their true ownership. This was contained in a statement signed by the Chairman of the Amagba Community Land Verification Committee, Mr. Omoregbe Osunde and its Secretary, Mr. Nosakhare Igbinidu respectively on behalf of the Elder’s Council and made available to Journalists in Benin City, the Edo State capital. The duo said the purpose for the exercise is to checkmate the continuous complaints by property owners who complained of encroachments and reallocations of their property in the community. The duo stated  that to lay such complain to rest and resolve all issues amicably, those who claimed that...

Amagba Men, Women and Youths Thank Okpebholo For releasing Four Of Their Youths From Detention

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Amagba Men, Women and Youths Thank Okpebholo For releasing Four Of Their Youths From Detention  Prince Iduozee Efe Paul, Benin  In appreciation to the governor, men, youths and women from Amagba community have commended Senator Monday Okpebholo for releasing some of their youths arrested as a result of the allegations levelled against that the government vehicles that came to the community were attack by the youths. They said some time ago, some youths were arrested after they were accused of destroyed government vehicles, that after much investigation and see that they were innocent the governor release them. They said  that is why they gathered in the community Hall to thank the Monday Okpebholo for freeing the youths and promised to work for him in 2027 elections. Speaking after extolling the governor, the Okaighere of Amagba community, Prince Uyi Erese, said they gathered in the community to thank Senator Monday Okpebholo for what he has done f...

INFRASTRUCTURE: Udomi-Uwessan Residents Thank Okpebholo’s Developmental Strides

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INFRASTRUCTURE: Udomi-Uwessan Residents Thank Okpebholo’s Developmental Strides By Editor  Residents and indigenes of Udomi-Uwessan communities in Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State have praised Governor Monday Okpebholo for what they described as massive developmental strides across the area in less than two years of his administration. The commendation came as the governor embarked on a two-day working visit to communities in the locality to inspect ongoing projects and assess the level of progress recorded so far. Speaking with journalists in Udomi, one of the youths, Christopher Ogbe, said the governor has transformed the area through key infrastructure and social development projects. According to him, the governor has brought visible change to the community within a short period in office. “We are very grateful to Governor Okpebholo. He is a blessing to our people. In less than two years, he has provided us with things we have wished for over the year...

APC Chieftain, Engr. Garba Congratulates Alhahi Kabiru On His Elevation To Special Adviser To Tinubu

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APC Chieftain, Engr. Garba Congratulates Alhahi Kabiru On His Elevation To Special Adviser To Tinubu A pro-Tinubu Government Advocate,Engr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat, PhD, has congratulated Alhaji Ibrahim Kabiru Masari on his recent elevation to the position of Special Adviser to the President on Political and Other Matters by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This was contained in a statement he signed and made available to journalists in Benin City. The statement described it as a moment of great pride for many of them whose lives he has touched in meaningful and lasting ways. According to Engr. Ramat, "For those of us who know him closely, this recognition is not surprising. It is a deserved acknowledgment of years of quiet sacrifice, strategic leadership, and a firm and tenacious commitment to service". Engr. Ramat said before this elevation, he served since 2023 as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters, noting that his new role clear...

APC Chieftain, Engr. Garba Congratulates Alhahi Kabiru On His Elevation To Special Adviser To Tinubu

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APC Chieftain, Engr. Garba Congratulates Alhahi Kabiru On His Elevation To Special Adviser To Tinubu By Editor WhatsApp Line 07065173672 A pro-Tinubu Government Advocate,Engr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat, PhD, has congratulated Alhaji Ibrahim Kabiru Masari on his recent elevation to the position of Special Adviser to the President on Political and Other Matters by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This was contained in a statement he signed and made available to journalists in Benin City. The statement described it as a moment of great pride for many of them whose lives he has touched in meaningful and lasting ways. According to Engr. Ramat, "For those of us who know him closely, this recognition is not surprising. It is a deserved acknowledgment of years of quiet sacrifice, strategic leadership, and a firm and tenacious commitment to service". Engr. Ramat said before this elevation, he served since 2023 as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Mat...