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Aug

23

2023

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Obi, Otti, Abure, Others Storm IMO For Achonu’s Campaign Flag Off

Politics

Obi, Otti, Abure, others storm Imo for Achonu’s campaign flag off Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, Abia State Governor, Alex Otti and the LP National Chairman, Julius Abure, among other party members on Tuesday stormed Owerri , Imo State for the party’s governorship campaign flag-off. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State and Alex Otti among others were received by the party’s governorship candidate Senator Athan Achonu and other LP chieftains at the event. Speaking during the flag-off which witnessed a large turnout of party members and supporters, the Abia State Governor, Alex Otti maintained that the Labour…

Apr

01

2025

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Natasha Shuns Kogi Rally Ban, Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency

National Assembly, News Flash, North Central, Politics, Security

Natasha Shuns Kogi Rally Ban, Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday, announced that she would not back out on her plan to return to her constituency for the Sallah break. The senator also urged her supporters to disregard speculations making the round that she has cancelled her scheduled visit. She disclosed this in a statement issued by her media team in the early hours of Tuesday. The statement read, “We are pleased to confirm that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sallah visit to Kogi Central Senatorial District will proceed as planned. “Despite…

Apr

01

2025

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“Shut Up” Comment: I Will Report Ezekwesili To Igbo Traditional Leaders – Sen. Nwaebonyi

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics, South East

“Shut Up” Comment: I Will Report Ezekwesili To Igbo Traditional Leaders – Sen Nwaebonyi Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, the Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, has vowed to report former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, to Igbo traditional leaders over what he described as a disrespectful and unprecedented attack on his person. Speaking on Kakaaki, a breakfast programme on AIT, Nwaebonyi expressed outrage over Ezekwesili’s alleged comment telling him to “shut up” and calling him a “hooligan.” He described the remarks as an insult not just to him but to the revered institution of Igbo red-cap chiefs. “I am going to…

Apr

01

2025

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Suspended Senator Natasha Returns To Nigeria, Bags Bold Voice Award

National Assembly, Personality, Politics, Senate, Women Affairs

Suspended Senator Natasha Returns To Nigeria, Bags Bold Voice Award Suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has returned to Nigeria. The lawmaker returned after her controversial appearance at the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) where she tabled the ‘unjust action’ of the Senate against her. Akpoti-Uduaghan upon her return was honoured with The Bold Voice of Good Governance Award at the 2025 ARISE Gala Night. The award ceremony which took place on Monday, March 31, was organised by Arise Television in honour of 65 women making an impact in Nigeria. The event was part of the grand finale…

Apr

01

2025

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Filling Stations Hike Petrol Price Amid Dangote-NNPCL Crude Dispute

News Flash, Business, Oil & Gas

Filling Stations Hike Petrol Price Amid Dangote-NNPCL Crude Dispute Filling stations in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital city, have increased the price of a litre of petrol from ₦860 to ₦930, making consumers pay at least ₦70 more than what it used to cost them to buy a litre of the premium commodity days ago. The price increase has also become effective in parts of the country like Abuja and major northern cities with oil outlets now selling a litre of petrol between ₦950 to ₦970, depending on the filling stations. This represented a sharp increase of about ₦70 to ₦90…

Apr

01

2025

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‘We Will Emerge Stronger’ – Rivers Governor Declared Amid Political Crisis

News Flash, Politics, South South

“We Will Emerge Stronger” – Rivers Governor Declares Amid Political Crisis Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has assured residents that the current political crisis will ultimately make the state stronger, not weaker. His statement comes as Rivers faces a political conflict allegedly fueled by his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The crisis has led to the six-month suspension of elected officials and the appointment of Ibok-ete Ibas as the sole administrator to replace Fubara under an emergency rule. Fubara made the remarks while receiving Muslim leaders from 20 Islamic groups, including the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, at his private residence in…

Apr

01

2025

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Ahead Of Distinguished Senator Natasha H Akpoti’s Home Coming, APC Led Kogi State Government Has Banned Social Gatherings, As Means To Stop Her – By Ebuka Romeo Okoye

Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, People & Events, Politics, Security

Ahead of Distinguished Senator Natasha H Akpoti's Home Coming tomorrow, APC led state government has banned social gatherings, as means to stop her from holding the scheduled rally. By banning social gatherings and use of convoy in Kogi, Gov. Ododo has once again proven those of us who don't support state police, right.I once again insist that, the worst thing that will happen to today's Nigeria, is to grant that useless request for these power drunk, dubious individuals. Imagine a country where all the senators, state governor and his predecessor are fightin one woman.Why desperately wanting to stop her?Why flexing…

Apr

01

2025

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Hon. Ikenna Ukwa Chairs The 2025 Mothering Sunday Celebration Of St Anthony’s Catholic Church, Amaekpu Ohafia

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, People & Events, Religion, Women Affairs

HON IKENNA UKWA CHAIRS THE 2025 MOTHERING SUNDAY CELEBRATION OF ST ANTHONY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, AMAEKPU OHAFIA The Founder of IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, Hon. Dr Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa was the special guest of honor at the 2025 Mothering Sunday celebration of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Amaekpu Ohafia, on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa while speaking said women are the homebuilders and special breeds endowed with natural strength and resilience, describing their roles in nurturing and Nation building as great virtue, adding that due to the special love he has for mothers, his foundation, IKENNA & JENN…

Mar

31

2025

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Gov. Otti Calls For Peace, Tolerance, As He Holds Eid El Fitr With Muslim Faithful In ABIA State

Abia State, News Flash, People & Events, Politics, Religion

GOV. OTTI CALLS FOR PEACE, TOLERANCE, AS HE HOLDS EID EL FITR WITH MUSLIM FAITHFUL IN ABIA STATE. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has called for peace, understanding and tolerance among Nigerians as the Muslim faithful across the globe celebrate this year's Eid El Fitr. Governor Otti was speaking on Monday at his Nvosi country home while receiving members of the Muslim community who paid him Sallah homage. He said that his administration does not discriminate along religious, gender or tribal lines, maintaining that it is lack of understanding that leads to discriminations. "I think it is lack of…

Mar

31

2025

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Governor Alex Otti’s Debt Management And Governance In ABIA State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Politics

Governor Alex Otti’s Debt Management and Governance in Abia State Governor Alex Otti’s transformative approach to debt management and governance in Abia State deserves widespread recognition. Inheriting a debt burden of ₦191.2 billion from previous administrations, his administration achieved the remarkable feat of retiring ₦90 billion (47%) of this debt within just 15 months, all without resorting to new borrowing. This accomplishment reflects a disciplined fiscal strategy anchored in cost-cutting, improved revenue generation, and prioritization of critical sectors. By renegotiating inflated contracts, digitizing tax systems to curb leakages, and slashing frivolous expenditures, Otti has demonstrated that subnational governments in Nigeria…

Mar

31

2025

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Ikenna Ukwa Attends Child Dedication Of Miss Chimakarimma Ibem And The Official Opening Of Gracing Photo Studio

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, People & Events, Philanthropy, Religion

IKENNA UKWA ATTENDS CHILD DEDICATION OF MISS CHIMAKARIMMA IBEM AND THE OFFICIAL OPENING OF GRACIB PHOTO STUDIO The Founder of IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION and the CEO of Reigh Advertising & Consulting Agency, Hon. Dr Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa on Sunday 30th March 2025 attended the child dedication and thanksgiving service of Miss Chimakarimma Geraldine Ibem Onwuka, daughter of his Special Assistant on Media, Comr. Ibem Onwuka Ibem. The event coincided with the official opening of Gracib Photo Studio, owned by Mr. and Dr. Mrs. Ibem Onwuka Ibem, located at 14 Mission Hill, Umuahia, Abia State. Chief Ikenna Ukwa prayed…