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May
12
2025
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Again, Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price

Again, Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price

Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas
Again, Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price Dangote Petroleum Refinery has slashed the gantry price Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol to ₦825 per litre from N835 per litre as competition continues in the domestic market. Last month, the 650,000 barrels per day refinery reduced the gantry price of petrol to N835 per litre from N865 per litre. Checks by Vanguard indicated that the latest adjustment is targeted at giving customers more value as well as consolidate its leadership position in the domestic market. AttNews reported that an economist and energy sector analyst Kelvin Emmanuel stated that the Dangote…
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May
12
2025
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God Has Revealed Three Persons Who Can Stop Tinubu In 2027 – Primate Ayodele

God Has Revealed Three Persons Who Can Stop Tinubu In 2027 – Primate Ayodele

News Flash, Politics, Religion
God Has Revealed Three Persons Who Can Stop Tinubu In 2027 – Primate Ayodele In this interview with SUNDAY TRIBUNE, Primate Elijah Ayodele of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Lagos, shares his revelations concerning Nigeria’s political future, security challenges, and economic outlook. Known for his prophecies that have come to pass, Ayodele delivers yet another urgent warning as the 2027 elections approach. From Bola Tinubu’s presidency to global politics, prophetic signs, and regional intrigues, the cleric pulls no punches. IN 2022, you warned Nigerians against voting for Bola Tinubu. You also warned that the war in South Sudan will not…
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May
12
2025
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Catalyzing An AI-Driven Youthful Employment Revolution In ABIA State: A Pathway Under Governor Otti’s Vision – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Catalyzing An AI-Driven Youthful Employment Revolution In ABIA State: A Pathway Under Governor Otti’s Vision – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance
Catalyzing an AI-Driven Youthful Employment Revolution in Abia State: A Pathway Under Governor Otti’s Vision AbstractThis paper explores how Abia State, under Governor Alex Otti’s leadership, leverages state and federal resources, digital infrastructure, and youth-centric policies to spearhead Nigeria’s AI revolution. Drawing from government publications and national statistics, it outlines a roadmap for integrating AI into governance, education, and entrepreneurship to combat youth unemployment (24.5%) and drive sustainable growth. 1. IntroductionNigeria’s youthful population (60% under 25) faces a 19.7% unemployment rate (NBS, 2023). In Abia State, where youth unemployment stands at 24.5%, Governor Otti’s administration prioritizes technological transformation to position…
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May
11
2025
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NDLEA Arrests Iran-Bound Woman With Cocaine In Private Part

NDLEA Arrests Iran-Bound Woman With Cocaine In Private Part

Entertainment
NDLEA Arrests Iran-bound Woman With Cocaine In Private Part Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have thwarted desperate attempt by a woman, Ihensekhien Miracle Obehi, who disguised with hijab to export large consignments of cocaine concealed in her private part, stomach and false bottom of her handbag to Iran. Obehi who disguised by dressing in hijab to beat security checks was intercepted at the departure hall of the Port Harcourt International Airport, Rivers State, on Sunday, 3rd May, 2025, while trying to board a Qatar Airline flight to Iran via Doha following credible intelligence. The Director, Media…
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May
11
2025
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I’ll Campaign With Remi Tinubu For 2027 Election – Patience Jonathan

I’ll Campaign With Remi Tinubu For 2027 Election – Patience Jonathan

FGN, News Flash, Politics, Presidency
I’ll Campaign With Remi Tinubu For 2027 Election – Patience Jonathan Declares Former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, has declared that she will not be returning to Aso Rock but will instead throw her full support behind President Bola Tinubu and campaign with current First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the Women Icon Leadership Awards in Abuja on Saturday night—an event organised by Accolade Dynamics Limited—Jonathan made clear her endorsement of rotational leadership, stating that the “turn-by-turn” model was critical for national unity, according to The PUNCH. While acknowledging the President’s daughter and…
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May
11
2025
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Otti’s Grassroots Supporters Gear Up For 2027, As Grassroots Frontiers For Dr. Alex Otti Holds Meeting Tomorrow

Otti’s Grassroots Supporters Gear Up For 2027, As Grassroots Frontiers For Dr. Alex Otti Holds Meeting Tomorrow

Abia State, Politics
Otti's Grassroots Supporters Gear Up for 2027. … As Grassroots Frontiers for Dr. Alex Otti holds meeting tomorrow. Ambassador Moses Onyegbule, General Coordinator of Igbo Ekene Global Development Union for Grassroots Frontiers for Dr. Alex Otti, has rallied perspective ward leaders and thought leaders in Umuahia at Ahiaukwu Olokoro, Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, to support Governor Alex Otti's reelection bid. The meeting, held in preparation for the upcoming wards leaders and stakeholders meeting in Itaja-Obohia on May 12, 2025, aimed to mobilize support for the governor's second term. Onyegbule emphasized the task ahead, stressing the need…
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May
11
2025
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Abia North Consultative Assembly Is Here To Fight Insecurity In Our Frontlines – Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Abia North Consultative Assembly Is Here To Fight Insecurity In Our Frontlines – Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Security
ABIA NORTH CONSULTATIVE ASSEMBLY IS HERE TO FIGHT INSECURITY IN OUR FRONTLINES. It is no longer news that a new advocacy group, Abia North Consultative Assembly, ANCA came into the social political lexicon with promises for a better future for Abians from the five frontline states of our northern border, Arochukwu, Bende, Isiukwuato, Ohafia and Umunneochi LGAs. The formation of ANCA on Easter Monday sent shock waves across the political stratum of Abia North among the leading political parties who had started jostling for 2027. Both APC and PDP in Abia North for fear of the unknown, quickly convened their…
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May
11
2025
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From Asset Overhauls To Intelligence Warfare: How Governor Otti’s Week Became A Masterclass In Smarter Governance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

From Asset Overhauls To Intelligence Warfare: How Governor Otti’s Week Became A Masterclass In Smarter Governance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
From Asset Overhauls to Intelligence Warfare: How Governor Otti’s Week Became a Masterclass in Smarter Governance Governor Alex Otti’s week underscored a strategic focus on operational efficiency, institutional accountability, and prudent resource management. His attendance at a special thanksgiving mass for the late Dr. Pascal Dozie highlighted his commitment to stakeholder engagement and legacy alignment, honoring a figure synonymous with community development and ethical leadership. This gesture reinforced trust with civic and business stakeholders, a cornerstone of effective governance. Operational efficiency took center stage as Abia State finalized its takeover of the Aba Mega Mall, resolving vested interests through structured…
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May
10
2025
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Update On The Ongoing Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Arochukwu, Facilitated By Ikenna Ukwa

Update On The Ongoing Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Arochukwu, Facilitated By Ikenna Ukwa

Abia State, Abia North, Infrastructure, News Flash
UPDATE ON THE ONGOING INSTALLATION OF SOLAR POWERED STREET LIGHTS IN AROCHUKWU, FACILITATED BY IKENNA UKWA Today, Friday 9th May 2025, the contractor handling the installation of solar powered street lights in Akama new market road/Obinkita and its environs in Arochukwu, Kaplan Consult limited has commenced work. Currently, the pole fabrication and excavation of the soil for the moulding of the pole base is ongoing. Recall that, Hon (Dr) Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President facilitated the project for the people of Obinkita, Arochukwu kingdom through the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC.According to the…
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May
10
2025
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Resilience In The Post-Ictal Phase: Rewiring Neural Pathways For Smoother Functionality: Is There Hope For Epilepsy Patients? – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Resilience In The Post-Ictal Phase: Rewiring Neural Pathways For Smoother Functionality: Is There Hope For Epilepsy Patients? – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health, World News
Resilience in the Post-Ictal Phase: Rewiring Neural Pathways for Smoother Functionality: Is there hope for Epilepsy patients? Governor Alex Otti’s administration in Abia State has implemented a multi-faceted approach to address systemic challenges, including those indirectly linked to improving quality of life for residents affected by health and infrastructural issues. While the reader's mind may be drawn to "epilepsy" in the course of digesting this text, which refers to the neurological condition, I am also focusing on the broader context of Abia’s governance under Otti as he strives to focus on combating metaphorical "epilepsy" in critical sectors like power supply,…
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