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The Civil War is Over. Broadcast by (Biafran) Major-General Phillip Effiong on Monday, January 12, 1970

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6 months ago

July 4, 2024

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Fellow Countrymen,As you know, I was asked to be the officer administering the government of this Republic on the 10th of January, 1970. Since then, I know that some of you have been waiting to hear a statement from me. I have had extensive consultations with the leaders of the community, both military and civil, and I am now encouraged and hasten to make this statement to you by the mandate of the armed forces and the people of this country. I have assumed the leadership of the government…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

Throughout history, injured people have had to resort to arms in their self-defense where peaceful negotiations fail. We are no exception. We took up arms because of the sense of insecurity generated in our people by the events of 1966. We have fought in defense of that cause. I take this opportunity to congratulate officers and men of our armed forces for their gallantry and bravery which had for them the admiration of the whole world. I thank the civil population for their steadfastness and courage in the face of overwhelming odds and starvation. I am convinced now that a stop must be put to the bloodshed which is going on as a result of war. I am also convinced that the suffering of our people must be brought to an immediate end. Our people are now disillusioned and those elements of the old government regime who have made negotiations and reconciliation impossible have voluntarily removed themselves from our midst.

I have therefore instructed an orderly disengagement of troops. I am dispatching emissaries to make contact with Nigeria’s field commanders in places like Onitsha, Owerri, Awka, Enugu and Calabar with a view to arranging armistice. I urge General Gowon, in the name of humanity, to order his troops to pause while an armistice is negotiated in order to avoid the mass suffering caused by the movement of population. We have always believed that our differences with Nigeria should be settled by peaceful negotiations. A delegation of our people is therefore ready to meet representatives of Nigeria federal government anywhere to negotiate a peaceful settlement on the basis of OAU resolutions.

The delegation will consist of the Chief Justice, Sir Louis Mbanefo as leader, Professor Eni Njoku, Mr. J. I. Emembolu, Chief A. E. Bassey and Mr. E. Aguma. The delegation will have full authority to negotiate on our behalf.I have appointed a council to advise me on the government of the country. It consists of the Chief Justice, Sir Louis Mbanefo, Brigadier P. C. Amadi (Army), Brigadier C. A. Nwawo (Army), Captain W. A. Anuku (Navy), Wing Commander J. I. Ezeilo (Air Force), Inspector-General of Police, Chief P. I. Okeke, Mr. J. I Emembolu (Attorney-General), Professor Eni Njoku, Dr. I. Eke, Chief A. E. Udofia, Chief Frank Opigo and Chief J. M. Echeruo. Any question of government in exile is repudiated by our people.

Civilian population are hereby advised to remain calm and cooperate with the armed forces and the police in the maintenance of law and order. They should remain in their homes and stop mass movements which have increased suffering and loss of lives. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

On behalf of our people, I thank those foreign governments and friends who have steadfastly given us support in our cause. We shall continue to count on their continued help and counsel. I also thank His Holiness the Pope, the Joint Church Aid and other relief organizations, for the help they have given for the relief of suffering and starvation. I appeal to all governments to give urgent help for relief and to prevail on the Federal Military Government to order their troops to stop all military operations.

May God help us all.

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Plumber reveals which creatures are capable of coming up a Toilet.

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3 days ago

December 17, 2024

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Plumbers often encounter surprising situations in their line of work, and one of the most bizarre is dealing with creatures that have managed to make their way into homes via the toilet. While this is a rare occurrence, some creatures are capable of navigating the plumbing system and emerging from toilets. Here are some of the most notable culprits:

1. Snakes: Snakes are probably the most alarming creatures that can come up through a toilet. This usually occurs in areas where snakes are common, like warmer climates. Snakes are skilled at navigating tight spaces, and plumbing pipes, especially those that are old or cracked, can provide a way for them to enter homes. They are drawn to warm environments, and a toilet, especially in bathrooms, can seem like a convenient place to hide…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

2. Rats: Rats are notorious for entering homes via plumbing systems. While they typically use drains, sewers, and vent pipes to infiltrate homes, they can occasionally end up in toilets, especially in areas with significant rat infestations. They are attracted to the water source, and in search of food and shelter, they may find themselves in the bathroom. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

3. Cockroaches: These pests are agile and can survive in sewer systems, making their way up into homes through pipes. Cockroaches thrive in moist, dark environments, so a toilet drain can be a perfect route for them to enter.

4. Fish: In rare cases, small fish, particularly in coastal or swampy regions, can come up through plumbing pipes, especially if the local sewer system is interconnected with bodies of water. Though it’s more of an anomaly, fish like catfish have been found in toilets in these areas.

5. Alligators: In extreme cases, alligators in areas like Florida have been known to make their way up through toilet pipes. This is typically only possible in cases where the alligator has already entered the sewage system, often by the stormwater system, and has found an access point into a residential building.

While these incidents are uncommon, they are a reminder of the importance of regular plumbing maintenance. Properly sealing pipes and ensuring there are no gaps in the plumbing system can reduce the likelihood of such unwelcome guests making an appearance.

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Airline pilot explains where your poo goes when you flush it on a plane

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3 days ago

December 17, 2024

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TikTok influencer and pilot Garrett Ray got candid about what happens to your number two

Sometimes, holding in your number two just isn’t an option – particularly when you’re on a plane.

There is no saving someone who absolutely needs to take care of their business when they’re 37,000ft in the air, and it’s one of those rights of passage that just needs to happen.

Unless you’re Andre the Giant who left passengers ‘gagging and crying’ after taking the ‘world’s biggest poo’ mid-flight. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

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The girl waved to the train driver every day. 3 years later, something amazing happened! –

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4 days ago

December 17, 2024

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The saying, “We don’t value what we have until we lose it,” can be applied to many things in life. For some train conductors in Tulsa, Oklahoma, it was their friendship with a little girl named Rio, who waved to them every day from the window of a building next to the railroad tracks.

Three years after the start of this unusual friendship, train conductors noticed that Rio stopped appearing at the window. There was a note taped to the window that broke their hearts. Briana Hefley Shepard posted a touching story on her Facebook page:

“My family’s business moved to a new location about three years ago. The store was located right next to the railroad tracks, which meant that everything that happened with the locomotives was perfectly visible from the window…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

“Rio liked it. The guides noticed Rio waving to them from the window and began to wave back. Over time, this became their ritual: they would sound the horn, she would run to the window, they would open the windows, wave to each other, and smile. Tears came to my eyes every time I saw it.

“Then, a few weeks ago, Rio went to school. Having her start going to school was harder than I expected. But it was even more difficult for me on that first day when the train arrived and she was not at home. They sounded the horn and opened their windows, but I was the only one who could answer them. I stood in the window, cried, and weakly waved my hand at them.

“The next day, I wrote a note. I simply wrote: ‘She went to school.’ I heard a beep, ran to the window, and picked up the note. This was three weeks ago. Oh, how I cried. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

“This morning, a few minutes after the store opened, someone knocked on the door. It was a man wearing a bright yellow shirt with earplugs hanging around his neck. I thought it was a construction foreman who had come to talk about the repairs we wanted to do in the store. I was wrong.

“This man came in to ask about the little girl with blond hair who was waving at the trains. He was one of the guides, and they all wondered what happened to her. That day, the train was small. They stopped it in front of the store, and he decided to go into the building.

“The guides assumed that she had started going to school but wanted to make sure. He said her attention always lifted their spirits. For three years, they waited every day for this moment. They missed her and wanted to do something for her. He asked if they could give her anything.

“I replied that, of course, they could give her a gift for her birthday, which would be in a few weeks.

“This unusual friendship, which lasted several years, was something incredible. Knowing that this affected them as much as it affected us fills me with love and hope. Today’s visit and their kindness towards Rio confirmed my belief in kindness and humanity. I will never forget this day.”

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