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“Putin held hostage by his own lies”

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukraine is currently conducting a special operation to bring the war to the aggressor. Today, the Ukrainian army claims to control more than 1,000 square km in Russia. A confronting turn of events that confronts Vladimir Putin with all his lies and contradictions.

Interviewed by the French media outlet La Dépêche, Vera Grantseva, political scientist and lecturer at the Institute for Political Studies in Paris, France, explains how the Russian President is now caught in the trap of his own misleading statements.

In her view, two major myths have been shattered by this Ukrainian incursion into Russian territory: “that no one would dare invade Russia and that, under Putin, Russia was well protected”. She goes on to highlight Putin’s responsibility. The head of the Kremlin “has become the hostage of his own lies, and this could have serious consequences for his regime. For two years, there have been incursions at the border, but no real defence has been put in place. This shows that Putin, despite his propaganda, is incapable of protecting the country.”

“Putin has spent years building the myth of an invincible Russia, an impregnable fortress with the second largest army in the world”, Vera Grantseva continues. “Yet today, Russia is being invaded by Ukraine, who were portrayed as clowns on television. So it’s quite humiliating for Putin. It calls into question the credibility of all his threats.”

(Tagtik with Manon Pierre – Source : La Dépêche – Picture : by Kremlin.ru via Wikicommons under license Creative commons CC-BY-4.0)

 

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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