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12
2026
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FGN Approves N50,000 Uniform Exam Fee For WAEC, NECO Candidates From 2027

FGN Approves N50,000 Uniform Exam Fee For WAEC, NECO Candidates From 2027

Education, News Flash
FG Approves N50,000 Uniform Exam Fee For WAEC, NECO Candidates From 2027 The federal government says it has approved N50,000 as the new examination fee for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) for secondary school candidates from 2027. In a statement on June 18, issued by Adeniji Ibrahim, director of senior secondary education of the ministry of education, the approval followed a request by WAEC for an upward review of the fee for Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for candidates from 2027. Ibrahim said the decision stems from a meeting between examination bodies and…
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Jul
12
2026
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INEC Extends Deadline For Submission Of Candidates For 2027 Presidential, NASS Elections

INEC Extends Deadline For Submission Of Candidates For 2027 Presidential, NASS Elections

News Flash, Politics
INEC Extends Deadline For Submission Of Candidates For 2027 Presidential, NASS Elections The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the names and personal particulars of their candidates for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections following an appeal by political parties. In a statement issued on Sunday by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, the commission announced that the deadline, initially set for Saturday, July 11, 2026, has been extended to midnight on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. According to INEC, the extension was…
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Jul
12
2026
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‘If I am President, I Will Do Everything Possible To Make Opposition Parties Strong’- Peter Obi

‘If I am President, I Will Do Everything Possible To Make Opposition Parties Strong’- Peter Obi

News Flash, Politics
‘If I Am President, I Will Do Everything Possible To Make Opposition Parties Strong’ – Peter Obi The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says if he were Nigerian president he would do everything possible to make opposition parties strong and participatory in governance. Obi made this known during an interview with media entrepreneur, Chude Jideonwo, aired on Saturday. According to him, what the politicians and political parties should be doing now to bring the country and other ideas together to work for the interest of the citizens. When asked if president Bola Tinubu believes his own party…
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Jul
12
2026
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NDLEA Arrests South African Woman With Heroine At Abuja Airport

NDLEA Arrests South African Woman With Heroine At Abuja Airport

News Flash, Crime
NDLEA Arrests South African Woman With Heroin At Abuja Airport The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a 38-year-old South African woman, Will Ann, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for allegedly attempting to smuggle 5.75 kilograms of heroin into Nigeria while travelling with her three-year-old son. According to the agency, the suspect was arrested on Monday, July 6, 2026, during the inward clearance of passengers aboard Qatar Airways Flight QR1433 from Doha. NDLEA said the suspect allegedly concealed 14 large blocks of heroin in two suitcases and initially denied travelling with any checked-in luggage. In a statement…
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12
2026
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Military Confirms Death Of Army Lieutenant In Rescue Of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers

Military Confirms Death Of Army Lieutenant In Rescue Of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers

Military, Security
Military Confirms Death Of Army Lieutenant In Rescue Of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers Military sources have confirmed the death of an Army officer, Lieutenant F.A. Isaac, during the operation that rescued 44 abducted pupils and teachers from the Old Oyo National Park. The victims were rescued on July 10, 2026, in a coordinated operation involving security agencies after spending several days in captivity. According to the sources, Lieutenant Isaac was killed in the line of duty during the rescue mission and was buried the same day. Sources told Vanguard News that Lieutenant Isaac was among the officers leading efforts to…
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12
2026
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Swears To Avenge Father’s Killers

Iran’s Supreme Leader Swears To Avenge Father’s Killers

News Flash, War, World News
Iran’s Supreme Leader Swears To Avenge Father’s Killers Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has promised to avenge the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a message shared on his official Telegram channel during his father’s funeral ceremonies, Mojtaba said those responsible for the killing would be punished. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed during U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on February 28, an event that sparked a major regional conflict. In his statement, Mojtaba Khamenei said avenging his father’s death was not only a personal duty but also the wish of the Iranian people. “We promise to avenge the…
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12
2026
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Ikenna Ukwa Informs Amaekpu Ohafia Council Of Chiefs Of House Of Reps Ticket, Seeks Royal Blessings

Ikenna Ukwa Informs Amaekpu Ohafia Council Of Chiefs Of House Of Reps Ticket, Seeks Royal Blessings

Abia North, Ohafia LGA, Politics
Ikenna Ukwa Informs Amaekpu Ohafia Council of Chiefs of House of Reps Ticket, Seeks Royal Blessings Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, APC candidate for the Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, on Saturday interfaced with the Amaekpu Ohafia Council of Chiefs to formally notify them of his emergence as the APC's flag bearer and to solicit their support and prayers ahead of the general elections. Addressing the Regent traditional ruler of Amaekpu Ohafia and his council of Chiefs in his palace, Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa expressed appreciation to the council for their fatherly role and guidance. He assured them of "unprecedented development" across all…
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12
2026
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The Seaport Critic Who Fears A Feasibility Study – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Seaport Critic Who Fears A Feasibility Study – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
THE SEAPORT CRITIC WHO FEARS A FEASIBILITY STUDY When pessimism masquerades as financial literacy Chief Eric Opah’s article raises legitimate questions about dredging, financing and commercial viability. Unfortunately, it commits the very economic error it claims to expose: reaching a final investment verdict before the feasibility study has produced its findings. That is not development economics. It is fortune-telling with a calculator. 😆😂 FIRST, ABIA HAS NOT STARTED BUILDING A SEAPORT Governor Alex Otti approved a feasibility study—not a construction contract, sovereign loan or blank cheque. The study is expected to examine: Dredging requirements Technical and environmental viability Port design…
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Jul
12
2026
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The Politics Of Envy: When Facts Fail, They Invoke Birthdays, Witchcraft And Bubuyaya – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Politics Of Envy: When Facts Fail, They Invoke Birthdays, Witchcraft And Bubuyaya – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
THE POLITICS OF ENVY: WHEN FACTS FAIL, THEY INVOKE BIRTHDAYS, WITCHCRAFT AND “BUBUYAYA” 😆😂 Eric and Ben may indeed “have their way”—but facts will still have the final say. This lengthy lamentation is a cocktail of jealousy, hypocrisy, misinformation and political witchcraft: mention money, hide its legal structure; mention pensioners, conceal inherited arrears; mention Star Paper Mill, pretend that acquiring and reviving a dead industry is the same thing as switching on a generator; then blame birthday celebrations for everything! 😂 THE ₦84 BILLION TALE The proposed ₦7 billion monthly infrastructure financing is not Abia’s secret windfall. Reports stated that…
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11
2026
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For A New Abia: Real Work, Real Impact, Real Progress – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

For A New Abia: Real Work, Real Impact, Real Progress – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
FOR A NEW ABIA: REAL WORK, REAL IMPACT, REAL PROGRESS Abia State is steadily writing a new story—one built on practical governance, measurable progress and renewed hope. Under Governor Alex Otti, development is reaching farmers, schools, businesses, communities and young innovators. The emphasis is clear: government must create opportunities that improve lives and strengthen the economy. EMPOWERING OVER 18,000 FARMERS The Farmers’ Inputs Support Programme represents a major investment in food security and rural prosperity. By providing agricultural inputs through an organised, data-driven system, thousands of farmers are being supported to increase production, earn better incomes and contribute to the…
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