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Apr

2024

EFCC Clears Suspended Minister Of Humanitarian Affairs, Dr. Beta Edu, Of Allegations

EFCC Clears Suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Dr. Beta Edu, of Allegations In a recent development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially exonerated Dr. Beta Edu, the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, of all allegations of financial impropriety. The commission, after a thorough investigation, found no evidence linking Dr. Edu to any economic or financial crimes. Dr. Beta Edu, who was temporarily suspended from her ministerial duties pending the outcome of the investigation, has been vindicated by the EFCC's findings. This development comes as a relief to her supporters and colleagues within the government. The investigation into…

Apr

2024

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Jnr Pope Didn’t Have To Sacrifice His Life For You To Realize The Right Thing – In Edo Slams Hollywood Structure

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Entertainment, Mishap, News Flash

“Junior Pope did not have to sacrifice his life for you to realize this” Ini Edo slams Nollywood structure as she mourns actor Nollywood actress Ini Edo is urging reform within the film industry following the death of actor Junior Pope . Recall that the movie star died tragically in a boating accident while filming a movie on the Anam River in Anambra State. Reacting to this, Ini Edo expressed deep sadness over her Junior Pope ‘s passing. She also raised concerns about safety protocols in Nollywood productions. Ini blasted the film industry’s “poor structure” and lack of safety regulations,…

Apr

2024

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Jnr Pope: AGN Suspends Acting Involving Riverine Area And Boat Riding, Bars Actors From Featuring In Any Movie To Be Produced By Adanma Luke

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Breaking News: Junior Pope: AGN Suspends Acting Involving Riverine Area And Boat Riding, Bars Actors From Featuring In Any Movie To Be Produced By Adanma Luke Adanma is the producer of the movie that actor Junior Pope was featured in before his untimely ∂εατh. Late Jnr Pope and four other crew members were riding in a boat leaving the movie location when they were involved in an accident on Wednesday, April 10. Ijeuwa

Apr

2024

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Former ABIA State Governor Ogbonnaya Onu Dies @ 72 After A Protracted Illness

Abia State, Health, History, News Flash, Obituary

Former ABIA State Governor Ogbonnaya Onu Dies @ 72 After A Protracted Illness Former Nigerian Governor And Minister Dies At 72 A former Abia State Governor, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu is dead. 72-year-old Onu died on Thursday morning at an Abuja hospital. One of his kinsmen in Ebonyi who confirmed his death to SaharaReporters said the former governor had been ill for some time and his family had planned to fly him abroad after the Sallah break. “He has been sick for some time this year and his family said they would fly him abroad to get better medical treatment for…

Apr

2024

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We Align With President Tinubu’s Policy On Affordable Housing – Gov Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, Urban Planning/ Lands

WE ALIGN WITH PRESIDENT TINUBU'S POLICY ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING - GOV OTTI Abia State Government says its policy on housing is in agreement with that of the Federal Government for the country. Governor Alex Otti, OFR, who made the position of the state known, said Abia is in alignment with President Bola Tinubu's vision on provision of affordable housing to Nigerians. The Governor spoke when received in audience, a delegation of the Federal Housing Authority led by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Rt. Hon. Oyetunde Ojo, who visited him on Tuesday. Governor Otti said that his administration would…

Apr

2024

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Tears Flow As Actor Junior Pope Finally Confirmed Dead

Mishap, News Flash, Obituary

Tears Flow As Actor Junior Pope Finally Confirmed Dead After a tough battle between life and death, popular Nigerian Actor Pope Odonwodo, Popularly known as Junior Pope has been confirmed dead. In multiple reports received by our correspondent, Junior Pope has been confirmed dead by three hospitals, a Movie producer, Stanley also disclosed. Also in a check by our media team, Actors Guild of Nigeria President, Emeka Rollas has deleted the Instagram post where he announced that Junior Pope is alive and receiving treatment. Recall that the news of his death was first shared on Wednesday evening, April 10, by…

Apr

2024

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Gov Otti Charges UN Habitat To Quicken Work On Design Of Aba Master Plan

Abia State, Environment, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash

GOV OTTI CHARGES UN HABITAT TO QUICKEN WORK ON DESIGN OF ABA MASTER PLAN Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has charged the UN Habitat to fastrack the delivery of Aba Master Plan as well as extend their work to the State capital, Umuahia, in order to accelerate the pace of work in the redevelopment of the cities. Governor Otti gave the charge when he received the UN Habitat, West Africa Portfolio Manager, Matthias Spaliviero, who visited Tuesday to brief him on the extent of work done by the agency in redesigning the Master Plan for Aba. The Governor,…

Apr

2024

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Israeli Airstrike Kills 3 Sons, 3 Grandchildren Of Hamas Leader, Haniyeh

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, Obituary, War, World News

Israeli Airstrike Kills Three Sons, Three Grandchildren Of Hamas Leader, Haniyeh Three sons and three grandchildren of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a Gaza refugee camp, according to the Hamas-affiliated news agency, Shehab. Haniyeh told Al Jazeera his children were visiting relatives for Eid at the Shati refugee camp in northern Gaza when they were targeted. The Hamas chief decried what he described as Israel’s brutality, but he stressed that Palestinian leaders will not back down if their families and homes are targeted. The Hamas chief decried what he described as Israel’s brutality,…

Apr

2024

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Ex- Kogi Governor Son Dies After Eid Prayers

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Ex-Kogi Governor Son Dies After Eid Prayers A former governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, has lost his son, Muhammed. Muhammed was said to have died earlier this morning after Eid prayers. He was said to have slumped at his Abuja residence. Muhammed was a member of the House of Representatives between 2007 and 2011. The elder brother of the deceased, Abubakar Idris, who confirmed the death, expressed sadness over Muhammed’s death. While speaking with PUNCH Online on the phone on Wednesday, Abubakar said, “It’s true. He died this morning shortly after coming back to his residence after Eid…

Apr

2024

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Gov Otti Hosts Nigerian Doctors In America On Free Medical Mission To Abia

Abia State, Good Governance, Health, News Flash

GOV OTTI HOSTS NIGERIAN DOCTORS IN AMERICA ON FREE MEDICAL MISSION TO ABIA Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has expressed gratitude to members of the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA), for choosing Abia state as destination for this year's medical mission. Governor Otti said it was a privilege to have such a team of highly sought after and dedicated medical professionals coming to render free medical treatments and surgeries to the people of Abia. The Governor spoke when he hosted the team members to a dinner at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Umuahia, on Tuesday.…