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“Putin no longer scares anyone”

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2 years ago

September 24, 2024

The Kremlin leader’s nuclear threats no longer intimidate anyone, at least that’s what Russian analysts think.

A Russian official, who wished to remain anonymous and quoted in the Washington Post, explains that “immunity against such statements has already developed and they don’t scare anyone.” An observation that highlights the limits of Putin’s strategy, while he has been constantly brandishing the nuclear threat since the beginning of his “special operation.” If his goal was to make the West shudder, which he accused of crossing the red line (delivering weapons, tanks, long-range missiles to the enemy, etc.), it seems that it has not been achieved. A Russian scientist clarified: “It’s understood that the red lines drawn by Moscow are ignored by the West and that more significant measures must be taken by Moscow to demonstrate the seriousness of its intentions.”

According to one Russian analyst, the nuclear response scenario is the least likely, for two reasons: this decision would “annoy Russia’s partners in the South,” and would have a certain political impact for Moscow, and it would have“low military effectiveness.” Tatiana Stanovaya, founder of the French political consultancy R.Politik, supports these arguments. According to her, the use of nuclear weapons would be the worst option for all parties in the conflict, including the Russian president. Tatiana Stanovaya also believes that the West should be even more aggressive in order to incite Putin to such extremes.

According to other Russian experts, Moscow should “step things up” and attack, for example, air bases in Poland or Romania, which store F-16 aircraft delivered to Ukraine. As for the professor of military studies at King’s College London, Lawrence Friedman, the Kremlin could consider alternatives to nuclear power and opt for “sabotage operations against military targets or other infrastructure in the West”.

All conclude in the same way, the threats of the Russian president were “deliberately ambiguous”, leaving room for interpretation… And, in general, humans tend to interpret the worst.

(MH with Manon Pierre – Source: L’Indépendant – Picture: Picture by tatarstan.ru via WikiCommons under licence Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International)

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EID-EL-FITR: IGP DISU FELICITATES MUSLIM FAITHFUL, ORDERS NATIONWIDE DEPLOYMENT OF TACTICAL ASSETS

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1 month ago

March 20, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.

In furtherance of his commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment during the festive period, the Inspector-General has directed Commissioners of Police and Tactical Commanders across all states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory to implement robust security arrangements.
Operational measures include:
Strategic deployment of tactical teams and intelligence operatives.

Deployment of the Special Intervention Squad and conventional police personnel to Eid prayer grounds and critical infrastructure.
Increased presence at highways, motor parks, recreational centers, and other public spaces to ensure peaceful, hitch-free celebrations.

The IGP has also ordered heightened visibility policing, coordinated patrols, enhanced surveillance operations, and intelligence-led stop-and-search duties. These actions are aimed at proactively deterring criminal activities and ensuring a swift response to any emerging threats.

IGP Disu calls on members of the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with law enforcement agencies, and promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the following emergency lines:
08057000001, 08057000002, 09133333785, and 09133333786.
IGP Tunji Disu wishes all Muslim faithful a peaceful and joyous Eid-el-Fitr.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+) mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
20th March, 2026

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Hon Success Opara celebrates Mothering Sunday with St. Peter women, hails them as the ‘neck that controls the household

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1 month ago

March 15, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

Hon Success Opara, former councilorship candidate for Ikenegbu Ward 2, celebrated Mothering Sunday with the women of St. Peter Anglican Church, Ikenegbu, extolling them as the backbone of their households.

He described them as the “neck that controls the household,” acknowledging their vital role in shaping families and communities.

Opara’s gesture is seen as a testament to his commitment to uplifting and empowering women.

The celebration, which coincided with the Christian observance of Mothering Sunday, featured fellowship and words of encouragement from Opara, who prayed for the women’s well-being.

This event highlights the importance of recognizing and appreciating mothers and mother figures in Nigerian society.

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“Early marriage is better than fornication” – Mixed reactions as young Nigerian couple trends after welcoming a child

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2 months ago

March 5, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

A young Nigerian couple are currently trending on Arewa social media circles after they welcomed their first child.

The pictures taken by a Kaduna-based photographer have sparked mixed reactions, with some people saying that the girl is underaged and not old enough to be a wife and mother.