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Dec
09
2025
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Why Our Aircraft Landed In Burkina Faso – Nigerian Airforce Clarifies

Why Our Aircraft Landed In Burkina Faso – Nigerian Airforce Clarifies

News Flash, Security
Why Our Aircraft Landed In Burkina Faso – Nigerian Air Force Clarifies The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has stated that its aircraft that landed in Burkina Faso Monday night did so for safety reasons and “in accordance with standard safety procedures and international aviation protocols.” In a Tuesday statement by its spokesperson, Ehimen Ejodame, the air force said the crew of the NAF C-130 aircraft “observed a technical concern which necessitated a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the nearest airfield.” Burkina Faso and its two allies in the AES had accused the Nigerian aircraft of violating Burkina Faso’s airspace.…
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Dec
09
2025
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Just-In: 7 Women Protesters Killed In Adamawa

Just-In: 7 Women Protesters Killed In Adamawa

News Flash, Northern Nigeria, Security
Just-In: 7 Women Protesters Killed In Adamawa Seven women died while 11 others were injured yesterday during a protest in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State. According to Daily Trust, the women were protesting what they termed delayed response by the military to calm tensions between Bachama and Chobo communities of the LGA, when the incident occurred. The women, who were seen holding leaves blocked the movement of troops into the area, accusing security agencies of delayed responses and biased interventions in favour of the Chobo community. However, during the confrontation, sources said the military allegedly fired shots into…
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Dec
09
2025
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UN Reacts To Millitary Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes

UN Reacts To Millitary Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Security
UN Reacts To Military Coup In Benin Republic After Nigeria’s Airstrikes The United Nations, regional powers and neighbouring Nigeria have thrown their weight behind President Patrice Talon after an attempted military takeover in Benin Republic was swiftly crushed. UN Secretary-General António Guterres, in a statement issued through his office, said he was deeply worried by the move to “unconstitutionally seize power” in the West African nation, warning that any attempt to derail democratic governance in Benin could further destabilise an already fragile region. Guterres called for strict adherence to the rule of law and Benin’s constitution, stressing that democratic institutions…
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Dec
08
2025
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South-East Under Siege: How Insecurity Is Redefinning Governance Tests For Otti And Other Governors – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

South-East Under Siege: How Insecurity Is Redefinning Governance Tests For Otti And Other Governors – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Security, South East
SOUTH-EAST UNDER SIEGE: HOW INSECURITY IS REDEFINING GOVERNANCE TESTS FOR OTTI AND OTHER GOVERNORS The South-East of Nigeria is passing through one of its gravest security crises since the end of the civil war. From Abia to Imo, Ebonyi to Enugu and Anambra, violence has assumed a frightening regularity, marked by kidnappings, ambushes, extrajudicial killings, forced disappearances and crippling economic shutdowns. Once known primarily for commerce and enterprise, the region is now increasingly defined by fear. For governors like Dr. Alex Otti of Abia State, insecurity has become not just a policy challenge but the ultimate test of leadership. A…
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Dec
07
2025
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‘Use Money For Rolls-Royce To Build Industries Instead’, Dangote Tells Luxury Car Users

‘Use Money For Rolls-Royce To Build Industries Instead’, Dangote Tells Luxury Car Users

Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, FGN
‘Use Money For Rolls-Royce To Build Industries Instead’, Dangote Tells Luxury Car Users Chairman of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has urged wealthy Nigerians to divert funds spent on luxury items such as Rolls-Royce cars and private jets into building industries that can boost job creation and stimulate economic growth. In a recent interview clip shared online, Dangote lamented the growing culture of extravagant spending among the elite, saying the country’s development depends on local investors taking responsibility. “If you have money to buy Rolls-Royce, you should take that money and go put up an industry in your locality or…
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Dec
07
2025
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Good Representation At Its Peak As Hon. Amobi Ogah Holds Mega Empowerment Programme For His People Of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency

Good Representation At Its Peak As Hon. Amobi Ogah Holds Mega Empowerment Programme For His People Of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency

Abia North, Good Governance, National Assembly, News Flash
Labour Party’s First-term Member Of The House Of Representatives, Hon. Amobi Ogah, Holds A Mega Empowerment Programme For The People Of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency. To mark his two years in office, the lawmaker rolled out an impressive range of empowerment items — buses, tricycles (Keke), motorcycles, freezers, vulcanizing machines, electric sewing machines, grinders, business grants, and several other livelihood-support tools designed to strengthen small businesses and uplift households across the constituency. This is truly massive and stands as a clear testament to his commitment to grassroots development, economic growth, and people-centered representation.
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Dec
07
2025
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Special Invitation To The Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group Summit And Empowerment To Youths, Women & The Disabled

Special Invitation To The Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group Summit And Empowerment To Youths, Women & The Disabled

Abia North, Empowerment, Humanitarian, News Flash
SPECIAL INVITATION TO THE IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP SUMMIT AND EMPOWERMENT TO THE YOUTHS, WOMEN & THE DISABLED The Central Planning Committee cordially invites You to The Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group Summit and Empowerment to the Youths, Women & Persons‑with Disabilities, in Arochukwu /Ohafia Federal Constituency powered by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria. The epoch making events has been scheduled to hold as follows: Date: Sunday 7th December 2025 Venue: Ohafia Central School Playground , Elu Ohafia, Abia State Time: 10:00 am The summit will bring together youths, women, persons with…
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Dec
06
2025
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Let There Be Light: Ikenna Ukwa Moves His Solar – Powered Street Light Revolution To Nkporo Communities

Let There Be Light: Ikenna Ukwa Moves His Solar – Powered Street Light Revolution To Nkporo Communities

Abia North, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Philanthropy
Breaking! Ikenna Ukwa Brings Solar-Powered Street Lights to Nkporo Community In his continuous bid to improve infrastructure and enhance safety in all communities in Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs, Hon. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, has attracted solar-powered street lights to Nkporo community in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State. The solar powered street lights will be installed in Etitiama, Okwoko and Elughu Nkporo communities and environs in Ohafia LGA of Abia State. The project, facilitated through the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), through the rigorous efforts of Chief Ikenna…
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Dec
06
2025
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Akpabio Slams Fresh N200 Billion Lawsuit On Senator Natasha

Akpabio Slams Fresh N200 Billion Lawsuit On Senator Natasha

Judiciary, National Assembly, News Flash
Akpabio Slams Fresh N200 Billion Lawsuit On Senator Natasha Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has filed a new N200 billion defamation lawsuit against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, over alleged defamation. Natasha, in a Facebook post on Friday, confirmed receiving notice of the suit. She said the development offers her an opportunity to present her account after the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges previously declined to hear her She alleged that the committee based its decision on an existing defamation case filed against her by Akpabio’s wife, which it said prevented it from addressing a matter already before…
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