In my days as a philosophy student when I came across the work of one great philosopher Deede Thomas Hobbes, his philosophical description of man in the State of Nature reflected in me about the state of this contraption called Nigeria.
In Thomas Hobbes’ state of nature the “Leviathan” Superman is a hypothetical, pre-political condition of absolute freedom and anarchy, characterized by a “war of every man against every man.” In the State of Nature there’s no Unity power or authority, no common power, human life is “Solitary, poor, Nasty, Brutish, and Short,” driven by fear, competition, and self-preservation. No human is sure of his or her State of life tomorrow. Like in Nigeria where security of lives and properties is not guaranteed. We live fear and uncertainty in Nigeria!

In the state of nature, like Nigeria there’s”War of All Against All” Due to the absence of a sovereign authority, no one is safe, and conflict is constant. Like Nigeria has lost its sovereign mature, because non State actors determine the security situation. None States actors, bandits, Boko Haram, Kidnappers, Unknown Gunmen, Fulani Herdsmen killers are pampered. While Genuine Agitator Mazi Nnamdi Kanu leader of Indigenous People Of Biafra (IPOB)was illegally abducted incarcerated by Late Mohammadu Buhari tyrannical government and jailed because of his tribe by Bola Ahmed Tinubu tribalistic Government.

In Nigeria Life is “Solitary, Poor, Nasty, Brutish, and Short”: Without industry(high Unemployment) agriculture (high cost of living and hunger), navigation, or arts, people live in constant fear of violent death.

In Nigeria like in the State of Nature Natural Right to Everything: Everyone has a right to all things, including the lives of others, for the sake of survival. For sake of survival Bandit, Fulani Herdsmen killers, Unknown Gunmen, Boko Haram have the right to feed on the flesh of the people, killing people and harvesting their organs. This is the right people enjoy in Nigeria, the right to kill others and be negotiating and pampered by the Government. Islamic Cleric Gumi have said Nigeria Government knows the terrorist by name and location. Oh What an interesting Jungle Republic of Nigeria!

In the state of Nature like Nigeria No Justice or Property Ownership: Because there is no law, there is no inherent injustice or personal property; only strength and fraud prevail. A Governor or minister in this Jungle called Nigeria can wake up and Destroy people’s properties.

There’s a Jungle administration going on in Anambra State now. One Jungle Professor Chukwuma Soludo that has education certificates papers without common knowledge of peace and conflicts resolution is destroying people’s Shops at Main Market Onitsha.

In Lagos the jungle Governor known as Babajide Sanwo-Olu Target the business of Ndigbo for destruction. Like in animals Kingdom Lions will gather against Antelope, Yorubas will gather against Ndigbo in Lagos destroying Igbo businessmen. Oh What a Jungle!

In Nigeria like the Natural State Causes of Conflicts are Driven by competition (for political and economic gain), diffidence (for safety/mistrust), and glory (for reputation). In Nigeria the Jungle leaders instigate the crisis for political sustenance and reigning decades in power.

Nigeria leaders Escape through Social Contracts like the state of nature, no accountability, credibility and transparency. It’s a political taboo for the masses to demand accountability or transparency in this Jungle country called Nigeria.

If Nigeria’s political history has failed to enlighten us about its fundamental problems, indicating that Nigeria is irredeemable irreconcilable and Irreparable then we are unenlightened and misinformed individuals with educational qualifications yet without knowledge and wisdom.

We will keep dying until Nigeria is disintegrated. Our viable option is Referendum or Plebiscite.

Grief has swept through the business and faith communities following the passing of Sir Innocent Chinedu Onuoha, the respected entrepreneur and Executive Chairman of InnoChris Group. He died peacefully in his sleep on December 11, 2025, at his home in Lagos. He was 71.

Born in 1954 in Umuoma Umuaro II Autonomous Community, Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State, Onuoha grew to become a symbol of enterprise, generosity, and unwavering faith. A devoted member and evangelist in the Anglican Communion, he lived a life that blended business success with service to God and humanity.

Long before many came to know his vast business interests, the name Innochris had already echoed in popular culture. In the 1990s, legendary Ogene music maestro Oliver De Coque famously chanted “Ugbo ndi oma Innochris eh!” in one of his songs — a line that celebrated the Onuoha brothers and helped make Sir Innocent Onuoha and his brother Christian Onugha widely known during that era.

Onuoha’s entrepreneurial journey began after years of professional experience working as secretary to a former Chief Engineer at Flour Mills of Nigeria. With determination and vision, he went on to establish InnoChris Group, a conglomerate that grew to include InnoChris Transport, InnoChris Computers, and InnoChris Spare Parts, serving customers across Nigeria.

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By Dan Opara

Residents of Owerri metropolis in Imo State have continued to express deep concern over the persistent lack of electricity supply weeks after the official commissioning of the Orashi 15MVA, 33/11KV Injection Substation on February 6, 2026, or thereabouts.

The project was inaugurated by the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, alongside the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, and was expected to significantly improve electricity distribution across Owerri and its surrounding communities.

The substation was introduced as a pilot scheme aimed at providing uninterrupted 24 hour electricity supply to the city.

However, findings by ThePressman Newspaper indicate that electricity was supplied only for a few days after the commissioning ceremony.

Since then, several parts of the Owerri Metropolitan City have reportedly been plunged into darkness, with residents experiencing severe and irregular power supply.

The Orashi Injection Substation is equipped with a 15MVA power transformer designed to step down electricity voltage from 33KV to 11KV.

The facility was expected to strengthen the distribution network and enhance electricity access for households, businesses, and public institutions within the metropolis.

As of Tuesday, March 10, 2026, residents alleged that no electricity has been supplied through the facility by the Orashi Electricity Distribution Company, OEDC, contrary to the expectations that followed the commissioning of the project.

Meanwhile, many electricity consumers in Owerri have also described the power supply pattern of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, EEDC, as highly unsatisfactory, noting that the situation has continued to affect economic activities and daily living across the city.

During visits to communities located near the Orashi Injection Substation in the New Owerri area, several residents who spoke with ThePressman Newspaper confirmed that the facility has not delivered any meaningful electricity supply since the commissioning ceremony.

The residents therefore called on the relevant authorities and power distribution companies to urgently address the situation and ensure that the project begins to deliver the promised benefits to the people of Owerri and its environs.

Nonetheless, all efforts made to reach the Imo State Commissioner for Power and Electricity, Chief Nwabueze Oguchienti, who has been actively involved in state projects aimed at improving power supply, including the partnership with Orashi Electricity Company, for his official reaction as of the time of filing this report proved abortive.

Repeated attempts by our correspondent to establish contact through available communication channels were unsuccessful, as calls and messages sent to the Commissioner remained unanswered.

As of press time, the Ministry had yet to issue any formal statement addressing the concerns raised regarding the situation.

However, it is expected that the Commissioner or other relevant authorities may provide clarification as developments unfold.