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Aug
09
2025
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NYSC, CREDICORP Launch N200,000 Loan Scheme For Corps Members Nationwide

NYSC, CREDICORP Launch N200,000 Loan Scheme For Corps Members Nationwide

Economy, News Flash, Youths
NYSC, CREDICORP Launch N200,000 Loan Scheme For Corps Members Nationwide The Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) has partnered with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to introduce YouthCred, a loan programme offering corps members access to credit facilities of up to ₦200,000. The initiative was formalised on Wednesday in Abuja through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two institutions. CREDICORP Managing Director/CEO, Engr. Uzoma Nwagba, revealed that ₦9 billion has been allocated for the first phase, which will focus exclusively on NYSC members. He explained that the programme aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Democracy Day pledge…
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Aug
09
2025
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2027: Jonathan Reportedly Offers Obi Ministerial Slot To Drop Presidential Ambition

2027: Jonathan Reportedly Offers Obi Ministerial Slot To Drop Presidential Ambition

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
2027: Jonathan Reportedly Offers Obi Ministerial Slot To Drop Presidential Ambition Former presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dumebi Kachikwu has claimed that former President Goodluck Jonathan offered ex-Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, a slot of Coordinating Minister of the Economy, if he withdraws from the 2027 race to support him. Kachikwu made the claim at a press conference in Abuja on Friday. He alleged that the Northern political interests have drafted the former president into the presidential race to weaken the South. Kachikwu added that Obi was also told that he cannot get Northern votes because…
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Aug
09
2025
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Sowore Regains Freedom From Police Detention

Sowore Regains Freedom From Police Detention

Human Rights, News Flash, Police Force
Sowore Regains Freedom From Police Detention Human rights activist and #RevolutionNow convener Omoyele Sowore was released from Nigeria Police custody late Friday, following nearly three days of detention that ignited widespread protests and condemnation from civil society groups. Announcing his release on X, Sowore stated, “Nigeria Police Force and its illegal IGP has capitulated to the demands of the revolutionary movement, I have been released from unjust, unwarranted & unlawful detention.Influencer marketing courses “However, it is nothing to celebrate, but I can’t do without thanking you all for not giving up. You’ve all seen the power of unity #RevolutionNow.” The…
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Aug
08
2025
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The Intersection Of Policy And Philosophy: An Analysis Of Mrs. Priscilla Otti’s Advocacy For Exclusive Breastfeeding – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Intersection Of Policy And Philosophy: An Analysis Of Mrs. Priscilla Otti’s Advocacy For Exclusive Breastfeeding – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Women Affairs
The Intersection of Policy and Philosophy: An Analysis of Mrs. Priscilla Otti's Advocacy for Exclusive Breastfeeding Mrs. Priscilla Otti, the wife of the Abia State Governor, has been a vocal advocate for exclusive breastfeeding in Nigeria. Her advocacy has been instrumental in shaping policy decisions, particularly the extension of parental leave for nursing mothers. This paper will explore the philosophical underpinnings of Mrs. Otti's advocacy and how it informs policy decisions. Elevating this initiative beyond bureaucratic decree, Mrs. Priscilla Otti emerges as the philosophical architect and moral compass of this transformative policy. Her announcement transcends mere information dissemination; it is…
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Aug
08
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Congratulates Deputy Speaker On His Successful Completion Of Doctorate Degree

Ikenna Ukwa Congratulates Deputy Speaker On His Successful Completion Of Doctorate Degree

Education, National Assembly, Personality
IKENNA UKWA CONGRATULATES DEPUTY SPEAKER ON HIS SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF DOCTORATE DEGREE Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to the President of the Nigerian Senate has joined well meaning Nigerians and the Academia to congratulate the member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Deputy Speaker, Federal House of Representatives, RT Hon Benjamin Kalu , CFR on his successful completion of Doctorate Degree in Philosophy (Policy & Strategic Studies) at the Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja. Chief (Dr) Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , who describes the accomplishment as inspiring, said Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has demonstrated vigour and enthusiasm, resilience…
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Aug
08
2025
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The IGBO Question In Nigeria Gradually Turning To A Yoruba Vs Igbo Fight – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

The IGBO Question In Nigeria Gradually Turning To A Yoruba Vs Igbo Fight – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, South East
THE IGBO QUESTION IN NIGERIA GRADUALLY TURNING TO A YORUBA vs IGBO FIGHT. The seminal and trite statement by Reuben Abati, a seasoned journalist and former Presidential Adviser few days ago that the Civil war that was said to have ended in 1970 never really ended but continued economically, socially, politically, geopolitically, commercially, infrastructurally, institutionally, systemically, and environmentally until the advent of Buhari's 5% participation for the Igbo ethnic group that boasts of at least 30% of total Nigeria population, natural resources and demography. Today, Tinubu's government that promised to continue where Buhari stopped is upping the marginalization policy to…
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Aug
07
2025
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Governor Otti: A Case Study In Transparent And Accountable Leadership – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti: A Case Study In Transparent And Accountable Leadership – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
Governor Otti: A Case Study in Transparent and Accountable Leadership By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD In today’s landscape of modern governance, particularly at the state level, the ability to manage public resources transparently and responsibly is not just a hallmark of good leadership but the foundation of sustainable development. Since assuming office in May 2023, Governor Alex Chioma Otti has demonstrated a consistent commitment to transparency, fiscal discipline, and service-oriented leadership. These guiding principles have shaped his stewardship of Abia State and have already delivered visible results that continue to attract national attention and growing public trust. Recently, however, a misleading…
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Aug
07
2025
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The Little Things That Matter: Maintaining Order And Decorum In Public Spaces – An ABIA State Case Study – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Little Things That Matter: Maintaining Order And Decorum In Public Spaces – An ABIA State Case Study – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, People Reorientation
The Little Things that Matter: Maintaining Order and Decorum in Public Spaces – An Abia State Case Study Introduction: The Architecture of OrderThe recent joint enforcement initiative across Abia State’s critical arteries—Isi Gate, Bende Road, and Aba Road—epitomizes Governor Alex Otti’s foundational axiom that "development constitutes the logical culmination of meticulous planning." These operations transcend superficial urban adjustments, representing strategic interventions to recalibrate the state’s socioeconomic ecosystem. Empirical analyses indicate that disordered public infrastructure costs Nigerian municipalities approximately ₦1.2 trillion annually through productivity erosion, healthcare expenditures, and environmental remediation. This treatise contends that Abia’s meticulous attention to seemingly minor elements—pedestrian…
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Aug
06
2025
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An Appeal For Medical Help: Re: Othniel Chimdiomimi-Amogu Ukoha For Cochlear Implant – Presbyterian Reverend Cries Out For Help

An Appeal For Medical Help: Re: Othniel Chimdiomimi-Amogu Ukoha For Cochlear Implant – Presbyterian Reverend Cries Out For Help

Abia State, Abia North, Health, Ohafia LGA
An appeal for Medical help:Re:Othniel Chimdiomimi-Amogu Ukoha for cochlear implant My name is Rev Prince Ukoha Ukpai, a serving Minister with the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria. I am from Asaga Ohafia, and reside in Upstair line World bank, Umuahia, Abia state. I write with utmost humility and in deep concern to appeal for your kind intervention and assistance in sponsoring the medical treatment of my son, who is currently battling severe hearing impairment and urgently requires a cochlear implant to restore his ability to hear and speak. Othniel Chimdiomimi was diagnosed with bilateral sensorineural hearing loss at an early age.…
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Aug
06
2025
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Nigerian’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu Donates N1 Billion To Niger Flood Victims

Nigerian’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu Donates N1 Billion To Niger Flood Victims

FGN, Humanitarian, News Flash, Northern Nigeria
Nigerian’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu Donates N1 Billion To Niger Flood Victims Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated N1 billion to support victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. The donation was made through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), her flagship humanitarian programme, during a condolence visit to the state on Tuesday. According to a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the First Lady on Media, Busola Kukoyi, via her verified X handle (@KukoyiBusola), Mrs. Tinubu also presented relief materials and a cheque to Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago at the…
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