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Aug
19
2025
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President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

Health, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals President Bola Tinubu has approved a reduction in the price of each kidney dialysis session for patients, from N50,000 to N12,000, a spokesperson has said. Daniel Bwala, a spokesperson to the president, made this known on Monday via his X handle. The development, which will first commence in ten public hospitals, will provide relief to thousands of Nigerians battling kidney-related diseases, many of whom cannot pay for the dialysis. “More federal medical centres and teaching hospitals will be added before the end of the year to widen access nationwide. ”It would be recalled…
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Aug
19
2025
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COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs

COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs

News Flash, Security
COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has approved the redeployment and appointment of senior officers across key command, instructional, and staff positions in the Nigerian Army. A statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the reshuffle was part of the COAS’s strategic move to strengthen leadership and reposition the Nigerian Army for greater operational effectiveness. She stated that some of the senior officers appointed as Principal Staff Officers at the Army Headquarters include Maj Gen AA Adeyinka, posted from…
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Aug
19
2025
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2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return

2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return Dele Farotimi, a frontline lawyer has said that some politicians are trying hard to rebrand former President, Goodluck Jonathan, who was voted out of office by Nigerians in 2015 for valid reasons. He questioned the rationale behind the move, insisting that those expecting the former Bayelsa State Governor to come and do a miracle would be disappointed. He pointed out that there were good reasons Nigerians decided to vote Jonathan out in 2015 which they believed was the solution to the country’s problems, but ended up in a…
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Aug
18
2025
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Scapegoating Communities Won’t Work: Reno Omokri’s Flawed Analysis Is Questionable And Troubling – By Dr Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Scapegoating Communities Won’t Work: Reno Omokri’s Flawed Analysis Is Questionable And Troubling – By Dr Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
Scapegoating Communities won't work: Reno Omokri’s Flawed Analysis is Questionable and Troubling Reno Omokri’s assertion that "homegrown terror thrives solely due to local support" fundamentally distorts Nigeria’s security crisis. His selective citation of Anambra Governor Soludo’s unverified claim—that "99% of kidnappings in Anambra are by Igbo people"—ignores empirical national data. Research by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Global Terrorism Index documents terrorism as a cross-regional threat: bandit groups in the Northwest caused more civilian deaths in 2021 than Boko Haram in the Northeast, while separatist violence in the Southeast coexists with farmer-herder conflicts in…
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Aug
18
2025
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The ABIA Game Of Thrones: A Satire In Seven Kingdom’s Style – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The ABIA Game Of Thrones: A Satire In Seven Kingdom’s Style – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy
The Abia Game of Thrones: A Satire in Seven Kingdoms' Style Beneath the searing Niger sun, amidst the whispering oil palms and bustling markets of Umuahia, unfolds a drama worthy of Westeros itself. Governor Alex Otti, erstwhile banker now ascendant ruler, sits not upon the molten Iron Throne, but a seat no less perilous: the Governorship of Abia State. His crusade? To purge the realm of the endemic profligacy and chicanery that have long sapped its coffers, a quest echoing Jon Snow’s quixotic battle against the White Walkers – an existential threat cloaked in bureaucratic fog. Enter the players, our…
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Aug
18
2025
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Leadership Is About Stewardship Not Acquisition Of Wealth – Gov. Otti, Challenges The Church To Protect Good Leadership

Leadership Is About Stewardship Not Acquisition Of Wealth – Gov. Otti, Challenges The Church To Protect Good Leadership

Abia State, News Flash, Religion
LEADERSHIP IS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP NOT ACQUISITION OF WEALTH – GOV. OTTI, CHALLENGES THE CHURCH TO PROTECT GOOD LEADERSHIP. Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Governor Alex Otti, OFR, says that leadership is stewardship and service to the people and not about acquiring wealth, advising those who have contrary opinion not to bother about aspiring to lead. Governor Otti stated this on Sunday, 17th August, at St. Peter's Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Umungasi Parish, Aba, during the 35th Anniversary Celebration of the existence of the Church Parish. Addressing the excited congregation who were so happy having him worship and celebrate the anniversary…
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Aug
18
2025
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Those Campaigning To TakeOver From Otti In 2027 Are Wasting Their Time – Catholic Bishop Of Umuahia, Ukpong, Says Impossible Things Before Have Become Possible Under Gov. Otti

Those Campaigning To TakeOver From Otti In 2027 Are Wasting Their Time – Catholic Bishop Of Umuahia, Ukpong, Says Impossible Things Before Have Become Possible Under Gov. Otti

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
THOSE CAMPAIGNING TO TAKEOVER FROM OTTI IN 2027 ARE WASTING THEIR TIME - CATHOLIC BISHOP OF UMUAHIA, UKPONG, SAYS IMPOSSIBLE THINGS BEFORE HAVE BECOME POSSIBLE UNDER GOV. OTTI. ‎‎The Catholic Bishop of Umuahia Diocese, Most Rev. Michael kalu Ukpong says that those campaigning to takeover from Governor Alex Otti, OFR, in 2027 are wasting their time, saying that the Governor's good works in just two years have done the campaign for him.‎‎Bishop Ukpong stated this on Sunday, 17th August, when he hosted the Governor to a lunch at Mater Dei Cathedral, Umuahia, to celebrate his impactful and remarkable achievements, in…
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Aug
17
2025
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“He Is My Friend Of Over 20 Years” – Tinubu Pledges To Work With Soludo Ahead Of 2027

“He Is My Friend Of Over 20 Years” – Tinubu Pledges To Work With Soludo Ahead Of 2027

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
“He is My Friend of Over 20 Years”- Tinubu Pledges to Work with Soludo Ahead of 2027 Soludo visited Aso Villa on Tuesday, discussing the economy, security, and other matters with the president.Tinubu praised Soludo as a progressive leader, signaling support for his re-election bid. President Bola Tinubu has revealed he will work with Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo ahead of the 2027 elec" The message read: “It was a pleasure to welcome my friend of over two decades and the Governor of Anambra State, Governor Charles Soludo, to the Aso Villa yesterday. “We discussed the bold reforms underway, the…
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Aug
17
2025
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Otti: Speaking The Truth And Taking A Stand On Issues – Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Otti: Speaking The Truth And Taking A Stand On Issues – Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Otti: Speaking the Truth and Taking a Stand on Issues By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The August edition of Governor Alex Chioma Otti’s monthly media interaction, aptly christened “Governor Otti Speaks to Abians”, once again reflected the governor’s unique leadership style of openness, accountability, and direct engagement with the people. The session provided a platform for Governor Otti to personally address critical issues in addition to clarifications earlier provided by the State Media Team under the Honourable Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu. As is customary, Governor Otti began by highlighting progress on government programmes across various sectors. His presentation underscored…
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Aug
17
2025
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We Are Equipping ABIA Youths For Future Leadership, Says Gov. Otti As He Celebrates Ohuabunwa At 75

We Are Equipping ABIA Youths For Future Leadership, Says Gov. Otti As He Celebrates Ohuabunwa At 75

Abia State, Birthday, Good Governance, News Flash
WE ARE EQUIPPING ABIA YOUTHS FOR FUTURE LEADERSHIP, SAYS GOV. OTTI, AS HE CELEBRATES OHUABUNWA AT 75. Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, says his government is currently equipping the youths in the State with leadership skills to make them suitable for future leadership tasks in Nigeria and beyond. Governor Otti stated this at the 75th birthday celebration of an Abia born elder statesman and former Chairman/CEO, Pfizer Products Plc, Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa who was hosted by the State government at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. Gov. Otti disclosed that, as he speaks, some young Abians are undergoing training in…
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