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05
2025
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Deconstructing The N36bn Trunk B Road Controversy: A Critical Analysis Of Urban Infrastructure Realities And Global Benchmarking In Road Construction Economics – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Deconstructing The N36bn Trunk B Road Controversy: A Critical Analysis Of Urban Infrastructure Realities And Global Benchmarking In Road Construction Economics – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure, Politics
Deconstructing the N36bn Trunk B Road Controversy: A Critical Analysis of Urban Infrastructure Realities and Global Benchmarking in Road Construction Economics The recent uproar over the N36bn price tag for Abia's 5.9km Trunk B road has sparked intense debate about the economics of urban infrastructure development in Nigeria. This controversy serves as a lens through which to examine the complex interplay between urbanization, infrastructure costs, and governance in Africa. By contextualizing the Trunk B road project within global benchmarking frameworks and urban infrastructure realities, this analysis aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the underlying factors driving costs and the…
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May
04
2025
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Governor Otti’s Last Week Through The Lens Of Social Justice And Activism – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Governor Otti’s Last Week Through The Lens Of Social Justice And Activism – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Governor Otti’s Last Week Through the Lens of Social Justice and Activism The past week in Abia State under Governor Alex Otti’s administration exemplified a robust commitment to social justice and grassroots activism, as evidenced by transformative policies, accountability measures, and inclusive governance. Here’s an analysis of key events through this thematic framework: 1. Infrastructure Development & Environmental JusticeThe Catholic Bishop Echema’s praise for Otti’s infrastructural strides—particularly the reconstruction of Port Harcourt Road in Aba—highlights environmental and economic justice. Cleaner streets, functional roads, and improved urban aesthetics dismantle systemic neglect that once marginalized commercial hubs like Aba. By prioritizing infrastructure,…
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May
04
2025
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FGN Blasts Meta Over Threat To Stop Whatsapp, Facebook In Nigeria

FGN Blasts Meta Over Threat To Stop Whatsapp, Facebook In Nigeria

FGN, Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Telecommunications
FG Blasts Meta Over Threat To Stop WhatsApp, Facebook In Nigeria The Federal Competitive and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has said that WhatsApp’s claim of being forced to exit Nigeria due to the commission’s recent fine appears to be a calculated move aimed at inducing negative public reaction and potentially pressuring the FCCPC to reconsider its decision. In a statement by the Director, Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, the FCCPC had investigated Meta Platforms and WhatsApp (jointly referred to as “Meta Parties”) for allegedly violating the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) and the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). The…
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May
04
2025
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Students’ Union Dismisses NANS Allegations Against FUOYE VC

Students’ Union Dismisses NANS Allegations Against FUOYE VC

Education, News Flash
Students’ Union Dismisses NANS Allegations Against FUOYE VC Students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), have dissociated themselves from a petition by the national leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) against the university’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina. The NANS National President Comrade Olushola Oladoja had written a petition to Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, calling for the immediate sack of Fasina and the university’s Governing Council members over alleged misconducts and other sundry allegations. But, FUOYE Students Union Government, in a letter dated May 3rd, 2025, jointly signed by its President, Comrade Mary Abiodun and…
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May
04
2025
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$3bn Refinery Fraud: N80bn Found In Sacked MD’s Bank Accounts

$3bn Refinery Fraud: N80bn Found In Sacked MD’s Bank Accounts

Crime, News Flash, Oil & Gas, Presidency
$3bn Refinery Fraud: N80bn Found In Sacked MD’s Bank Accounts The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested the recently sacked managing directors and some top officials of the Port Harcourt Refining Company, Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company, and Kaduna Refining and Petrochemical Company. The officials were arrested over alleged mismanagement of funds earmarked for the rehabilitation of the facilities. The total amount under investigation is $2,956,872,622.36. Findings by Saturday PUNCH showed that the EFCC is probing the sum of $1,559,239,084.36 allocated to the Port Harcourt refinery, $740,669,600 released for the Kaduna refinery, and $656,963,938 approved for the Warri refinery.…
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May
04
2025
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Fubara Behind Rivers’ Women Walkout On Remi Tinubu, Action Disturbing – Wike

Fubara Behind Rivers’ Women Walkout On Remi Tinubu, Action Disturbing – Wike

News Flash, Politics, Presidency, Women Affairs
Fubara Behind Rivers’ Women Walkout On Remi Tinubu, Action Disturbing – Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has condemned the action of a group of women loyal to suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, over their walkout on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, during an empowerment programme in Port Harcourt, the state capital. The minister described the incident as a “show of shame” and an embarrassment to the people of Rivers State. AttNews earlier reported that the women, led by some sacked local government vice-chairmen loyal to Governor Fubara, walked out of the venue after…
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May
04
2025
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BBNaija Announces Audition Dates For Season 10

BBNaija Announces Audition Dates For Season 10

Entertainment, News Flash, People & Events
BBNaija Announces Audition Dates For Season 10 The organisers of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) have officially unveiled the audition dates for the reality show’s 10th season. The show organisers, in a social media post on Saturday, announced that aspiring contestants can register for the online audition, which will take place from May 3 to 7, 2025. The post disclosed that successful candidates from the virtual screening will advance to the next stage — physical auditions. The physical auditions will be held in three major cities — Lagos, Enugu, and Abuja — between May 16 to 18. “Think you’ve got what…
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May
03
2025
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NDDC Hands Over Project To Contractor For The Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Arochukwu, Attracted By Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa

NDDC Hands Over Project To Contractor For The Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Arochukwu, Attracted By Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa

Abia State, Abia North, Infrastructure, News Flash, Power & Energy
NDDC HANDS OVER PROJECT SITE TO CONTRACTOR FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR POWERED STREET LIGHTS IN AROCHUKWU, ATTRACTED BY IKENNA NICOLAS UKWA On Friday 2nd May 2025, the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC officials from Abia State led by the Head of Project , Engr Mrs Joy Ejim handed over the project site to the contractor, Kaplan Consult limited for the installation of 233 units of solar powered street lights attracted by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria. Speaking earlier, the Senior Project Manager of NDDC, Abia State, Engr Ndubuisi Nkwoka…
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May
03
2025
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Abia State Government, Through GODA, Begins Rehabilitation Of Asaga-Amuke Road IN Ohafia LGA

Abia State Government, Through GODA, Begins Rehabilitation Of Asaga-Amuke Road IN Ohafia LGA

Abia State, Abia North, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT, THROUGH GODA, BEGINS REHABILITATION OF ASAGA–AMUKE ROAD The Abia State Government, led by Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR, has commenced the long-awaited rehabilitation of the Asaga-Amuke Road, a critical link between several communities in Ohafia Local Government Area. This strategic intervention comes after years of neglect that rendered the road impassable during every rainy season, frustrating economic activities and resulting in numerous accidents and hardships for residents and commuters. The Asaga-Amuke Road, which connects key villages including Asaga, Amuke, Amangwu and many more, has long been a nightmare to navigate due to multiple failed portions along the…
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May
03
2025
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Beyond Obinna Oriaku’s Ad Hominem Trivialities: Abia’s Quantifiable Governance Strides Under A Reformist Administration – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Beyond Obinna Oriaku’s Ad Hominem Trivialities: Abia’s Quantifiable Governance Strides Under A Reformist Administration – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Politics
Beyond Obinna Oriaku's Ad Hominem Trivialities: Abia's Quantifiable Governance Strides Under a Reformist Administration Dear Mr. Obina Oriaku, it is invariably a pleasure to engage with your perspectives, which I have long regarded with intellectual curiosity. However, I must confess to being profoundly astonished by your recent remarks concerning the governor’s interview. Your invocation of the phrase “my governor” struck a discordant note, particularly given your well-documented status as an honorary native of Enugu State—a detail that renders such proprietary language conspicuously incongruous. While your critiques are articulated with undeniably fervent rhetoric, they appear to emanate from a profoundly entrenched…
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