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03
2025
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NANS Declares Atiku Isah Imposter, Calls for Prosecution Over Attempt To Tarnish Seyi Tinubu’s Image

NANS Declares Atiku Isah Imposter, Calls for Prosecution Over Attempt To Tarnish Seyi Tinubu’s Image

Education, FGN, News Flash, Politics
NANS Declares Atiku Isah Imposter, Calls For Prosecution Over Attempt To Tarnish Seyi Tinubu’s Image Press Briefing by Comrade Olusola Oladoja, National President of NANS, Addressing False Allegations by Atiku Isah Against NANS and Seyi Tinubu Abuja, 2nd of May , 2025Gentlemen of the Press, We have convened this briefing to address the malicious and baseless allegations propagated by Atiku Isah, who falsely claims to be the President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). His actions are part of an orchestrated campaign to sow discord within NANS and tarnish the reputation of Mr. Seyi Tinubu, son of President…
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May
03
2025
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NANS: Call Your Family To Order, Atiku Tells Tinubu

NANS: Call Your Family To Order, Atiku Tells Tinubu

Education, FGN, News Flash, Politics
NANS: Call Your Family To Order, Atiku Tells Tinubu The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has called on President Bola Tinubu to rein in his family over an alleged attempt by his son, Seyi Tinubu, to influence the leadership of National Association of Nigerian Students. The former vice president, through a statement issued by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, on Friday, warned that Nigeria should not be treated as personal property. The statement was titled ‘Tinubu Must Call His Family To Order: Nigeria Is Not A Private Estate’ On Wednesday in Abuja, a factional president…
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May
03
2025
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Smart Corridors, Sky Economies, And Climate Resilience: Abia’s Trifecta For A Sustainable Tech-Driven Future – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Smart Corridors, Sky Economies, And Climate Resilience: Abia’s Trifecta For A Sustainable Tech-Driven Future – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Technology
Smart Corridors, Sky Economies, and Climate Resilience: Abia’s Trifecta for a Sustainable Tech-Driven Future Phase 1: Governor Alex Otti’s Infrastructure Projects (2023–2025)Governor Alex Otti’s administration has focused on revitalizing Abia State’s infrastructure since 2023, prioritizing road networks, flood control, strategic partnerships, aviation, and fiscal discipline. Key road projects include the reconstruction of Cemetery Market Road (Phases 1 and 2), Shalom Road, and Port Harcourt Road, which have improved urban-rural connectivity, reduced flooding, and boosted commerce in Aba. The dualization of Umuikaa Junction and rehabilitation of rural routes like the Leru-Ngodo Road have eased traffic congestion and linked remote communities to…
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May
03
2025
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Igbo’ll Give Tinubu Over 70% Votes In 2027 – Kalu

Igbo’ll Give Tinubu Over 70% Votes In 2027 – Kalu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, South East
Igbo’ll Give Tinubu Over 70% Votes In 2027 – Kalu The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has assured President Bola Tinubu that the Igbo ethnic group will give him more than 70 per cent votes in the 2027 election. Kalu said it would be one of the ways of repaying the President for his commitment to the development of Igbo land. Kalu, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, on Friday, said Tinubu has fulfilled the promise of rehabilitation, reconstruction and reconciliation made by the military regime of Yakubu Gowon, with the…
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May
03
2025
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Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria Over $290m Fine

Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria Over $290m Fine

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash
Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria Over $290m Fine Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has threatened to restrict access to the two social platforms in Nigeria following fines by local regulatory authorities. Last year, three regulatory bodies in Nigeria fined the US-based social media firm over $290 million for breaching various laws and regulations. Meta’s recent effort to contest the rulings in an Abuja High Court was unsuccessful. The court has mandated that the company settle the fines by the end of June. While Meta also owns WhatsApp, the company did not include the messaging…
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May
02
2025
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FGN Approves Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education

FGN Approves Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education

Education, FGN, News Flash
FG Approves Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education The federal government has approved a dual certification programme for federal colleges of education across the country. The programme, according to the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, who disclosed this on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, will commence in the September 2025 academic year. He explained that government’s action was intended to strengthen Nigeria’s higher education system and graduate employability. He said the transformation was made possible by the revised act governing FCOEs, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2023. Recall that the revised legislation permits these colleges…
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May
02
2025
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Okey Bakassi Becomes The Traditional Ruler Of His Community In Imo State

Okey Bakassi Becomes The Traditional Ruler Of His Community In Imo State

Arts And Culture, Entertainment, News Flash, South East
Nollywood veteran, Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, better known as Okey Bakassi, has been crowned the traditional ruler of Umuihuocha Obohia Autonomous Community, in Ahiazu Mbaise Council Area of Imo State. The 55-year-old entertainer, with his coronation, according to the Guardian, formally assumes the title His Royal Highness, Eze Okechukwu Onyegbule, OKWE II of Umuihuocha Obohia, becoming the second monarch to bear the revered OKWE title.
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May
02
2025
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SEC Uncovers Another Suspected Illegal Investment Platform, Tofro; Warns Nigerians

SEC Uncovers Another Suspected Illegal Investment Platform, Tofro; Warns Nigerians

Crime, Economy, News Flash
SEC Uncovers Another Suspected Illegal Investment Platform, Tofro; Warns Nigerians The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has uncovered another suspected illegal investment platform identified as TOFRO.COM (Tofro). The Commission raised the alarm in a notice issued yesterday and made available to newsmen. The Commission warned Nigerians against falling for their tactics to obtain money from them through the promise of unusually high returns. SEC said the suspected investment platform holds itself out as a crypto-currency trading platform, adding that such an investment scheme is not registered by the Commission. It said that based on its investigations, Tofro’s operations exhibit the…
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May
02
2025
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Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally

Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally

News Flash, Politics, South South
Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally No fewer than 27 political aides of Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State have been dismissed following their participation in the inauguration of the Bayelsa State chapter of a grassroots-based political movement, The NEW Associates. The affected aides were reportedly dismissed after attending the inauguration of the Bayelsa chapter of The NEW Associates and participating in a mega rally held in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. In a letter titled “TERMINATION OF APPOINTMENT” dated 23rd April 2025, signed by Mr. Irorodamie Komonibo, Deputy Chief…
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May
02
2025
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We Shall Always Put You First, Gov. Otti Tells ABIA Workers At May Day

We Shall Always Put You First, Gov. Otti Tells ABIA Workers At May Day

Abia State, Good Governance, Labour, News Flash
WE SHALL ALWAYS PUT YOU FIRST, GOV. OTTI TELLS ABIA WORKERS AT MAY DAY. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says his administration will always prioritize and put the workers first, to build a State that works for every hard-working person. Governor Otti stated this Thursday, while addressing Abia workers at the Umuahia Township Stadium during the 2025 International Workers' Day celebration. He said that the State Government will continue to prioritize workers’ welfare, ensuring that they earn justly for their contribution to the growth of the economy. The Governor who titled his speech, "PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSFORMATION" appreciated workers for…
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