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31
2024
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Senate Confirms Seven Ministerial Nominees

Senate Confirms Seven Ministerial Nominees

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics
Senate Confirms Seven Ministerial Nominees The senate has confirmed the appointment of all seven ministerial nominees of President Bola Tinubu, submitted to the upper chamber last week for accelerated consideration. The nominees confirmed during the screening include Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda, Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, and Suwaiba Said Ahmad, Ph.D. Their names appeared on the Senate’s list for review on Wednesday. The screening took place at the National Assembly’s Senate chamber, after being postponed from Tuesday. Previously, President Tinubu removed six ministers, appointed seven new nominees, and adjusted ten…
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Oct
31
2024
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House Of Reps Ask Keyamo To Revoke Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church Airstrip Licence

House Of Reps Ask Keyamo To Revoke Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church Airstrip Licence

National Assembly, News Flash, Religion
Reps Ask Keyamo To Revoke Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church Airstrip Licence The House of Representatives on Wednesday called on the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace to stop the issuance of airstrip licenses to private individuals and organizations while calling for the withdrawal of already approved ones granted to Living Faith Church and private individuals and organizations, to safeguard national security. This followed the adoption of an urgent motion titled “NEED TO STOP ISSUANCE OF AIRSTRIP LICENSE TO PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS IN THE COUNTRY by Rep Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi during plenary in Abuja. Moving the motion, Gumi noted that the…
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Oct
31
2024
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President Tinubu Appoints Acting Chief Of Army Staff

President Tinubu Appoints Acting Chief Of Army Staff

FGN, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Appoints Acting Chief Of Army Staff President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS). The Special Adviser to the president on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement said Oluyede will hold sway as the COAS pending the return of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, who is said to be indisposed and receiving treatment abroad. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS). “Oluyede will act in the position pending the…
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31
2024
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Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Message To Select Young Ohafia LGA Enthusiasts: Leadership, Innovation, And Progress( Live Address, During A 11pm Google Meet Interactive Session)

Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Message To Select Young Ohafia LGA Enthusiasts: Leadership, Innovation, And Progress( Live Address, During A 11pm Google Meet Interactive Session)

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Chief Eleanya Kalu's Message to select Young Ohafia LGA enthusiasts: Leadership, Innovation, and Progress (Live Address, during a 11pm Google meet interactive session, October 30, 2024) Fellow citizens, We're living in a transformative era where leaders must navigate complex challenges, foster awareness, and engage informed constituents. The global political landscape demands strong, inspiring leadership that aligns with people's values and aspirations. In this digital age, information spreads rapidly, and social media empowers citizens to hold leaders accountable, demanding authenticity in actions and communications. The approval ratings of global leaders reflect this growing public involvement. Notably, leaders like Narendra Modi, Andrés…
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31
2024
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Watch Out For ABIA, The Rising Tech Star In South-East Nigeria – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Watch Out For ABIA, The Rising Tech Star In South-East Nigeria – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Information Technology, News Flash, Technology
Innovate, Collaborate, Thrive My dear youths, Governor Otti believes so much in you. He believes in your potential, your creativity, and your resilience. He has seen that today, we're at a crossroads. We can choose to remain stagnant or embrace the future. We can all see that the tech industry is booming, and the driver of Otti Wave 🌊 wants you to be at the forefront. He wants you to Innovate, collaborate, thrive! These three words will guide our journey. Innovate: Think outside the box, find solutions to real problems in Abia, Nigeria. Collaborate: Work together, share positive ideas, learn…
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Oct
30
2024
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Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Vision For Ohafia LGA, Focuses On Excellence, Discipline, And Ingenuity To Drive Progress – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Vision For Ohafia LGA, Focuses On Excellence, Discipline, And Ingenuity To Drive Progress – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Chief Eleanya Kalu's leadership style can be described as a transformational approach, which propelled Singapore from a third-world country to a thriving metropolis in just three decades. Kalu's vision for Ohafia LGA, focuses on excellence, discipline, and ingenuity to drive progress. Key Leadership Traits: Transformational Leadership: Inspiring and motivating team members to achieve more than they thought possible, driving growth and innovation. Decisive Action: Demonstrated by Kalu's swift resolution of challenges, for instance, his 65-minute resolution of a crisis in his place of work. Strategic Vision: Enabling Ohafia LGA to capitalize on its strengths and overcome limitations. Leadership Philosophy: Kalu's…
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Oct
30
2024
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“Strong Women Don’t Appear Weak” – Bobrisky Storms Social Media With New Photo, Quote

“Strong Women Don’t Appear Weak” – Bobrisky Storms Social Media With New Photo, Quote

Gossips, News Flash
“Strong Women Don’t Appear Weak”- Bobrisky Storms Social Media With New Photo, Quote Idris Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky has returned to social media on Tuesday, October 29. After being offline due to his arrest by Nigerian Immigration while trying to cross into the Benin Republic at the Seme border. He shared new photos of himself in women’s clothing. Along with the pictures, he posted a message emphasizing that strong women do not seek pity. “Strong women don’t play the victim. They don’t appear weak or blame others. They confront their issues,” he stated in his Instagram caption. Bobrisky is…
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Oct
30
2024
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Abia State’s Economic Renaissance: Leveraging Opportunities For Growth – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State’s Economic Renaissance: Leveraging Opportunities For Growth – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, News Flash
Abia State's Economic Renaissance: Leveraging Opportunities for Growth The departure of foreign companies like GSK, PZ Cussons, and Pick n Pay from Nigeria presents a unique opportunity for Abia State to assert its economic prowess. Rather than viewing this exit as a negative development, Abia's entrepreneurial spirit and resilience can propel the state to new heights. Unleashing Indigenous Potential Abia State boasts an impressive array of indigenous companies poised to fill the vacuum left by departing foreign firms. Igbo led Local pharmaceutical companies, such as: Juhel Pharmaceuticals Chi Pharmaceuticals Limited. May and Baker can expand production and export capacities. Similarly,…
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Oct
30
2024
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Abia State And 19 Other Governors Begin Payment Of New Minimum Wage

Abia State And 19 Other Governors Begin Payment Of New Minimum Wage

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
ABIA State Governor And 19 Other Governors Begin Payment Of New Minimum Wage At least 20 states have either started paying the new minimum wage or will commence payment from this week. After negotiations by the government, the Organised Private Sector and the Labour Centres, the minimum wage was raised from N30,000 to N70,000. The Federal Government has commenced payment. Following negotiations at the sub-national level with labour leaders, states started announcing the new minimum wage. Many states are paying higher than the Federal Government. The highest so far – N85,000 – is being paid by Lagos and Rivers states.…
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Oct
30
2024
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Ghana Proposes To Import Petroleum From Dangote Refinery – Official

Ghana Proposes To Import Petroleum From Dangote Refinery – Official

Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas
Ghana To Import Petroleum From Dangote Refinery – Official The National Petroleum Authority of Ghana says it is proposing to import refined petroleum products from Dangote Refinery to boost its energy security and sustain business cooperation with neighbours. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, chief executive officer, NPAG, said this at the 2024 OTL Africa Downstream Energy Week on Tuesday in Lagos. Speaking as one of the panellists, Abdul-Hamid said that the move was aimed at strengthening Ghana’s energy security and to deepen regional economic cooperation. The 2024 OTL, 18th edition, has the theme ‘Alliances for Growth’. According to Mr Abdul-Hamid, Ghana is seeking…
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