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May
03
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria Over $290m Fine

Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria Over $290m Fine

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash
Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria Over $290m Fine Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has threatened to restrict access to the two social platforms in Nigeria following fines by local regulatory authorities. Last year, three regulatory bodies in Nigeria fined the US-based social media firm over $290 million for breaching various laws and regulations. Meta’s recent effort to contest the rulings in an Abuja High Court was unsuccessful. The court has mandated that the company settle the fines by the end of June. While Meta also owns WhatsApp, the company did not include the messaging…
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May
02
2025
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FGN Approves Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education

FGN Approves Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education

Education, FGN, News Flash
FG Approves Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education The federal government has approved a dual certification programme for federal colleges of education across the country. The programme, according to the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, who disclosed this on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, will commence in the September 2025 academic year. He explained that government’s action was intended to strengthen Nigeria’s higher education system and graduate employability. He said the transformation was made possible by the revised act governing FCOEs, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2023. Recall that the revised legislation permits these colleges…
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May
02
2025
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Okey Bakassi Becomes The Traditional Ruler Of His Community In Imo State

Okey Bakassi Becomes The Traditional Ruler Of His Community In Imo State

Arts And Culture, Entertainment, News Flash, South East
Nollywood veteran, Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, better known as Okey Bakassi, has been crowned the traditional ruler of Umuihuocha Obohia Autonomous Community, in Ahiazu Mbaise Council Area of Imo State. The 55-year-old entertainer, with his coronation, according to the Guardian, formally assumes the title His Royal Highness, Eze Okechukwu Onyegbule, OKWE II of Umuihuocha Obohia, becoming the second monarch to bear the revered OKWE title.
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May
02
2025
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SEC Uncovers Another Suspected Illegal Investment Platform, Tofro; Warns Nigerians

SEC Uncovers Another Suspected Illegal Investment Platform, Tofro; Warns Nigerians

Crime, Economy, News Flash
SEC Uncovers Another Suspected Illegal Investment Platform, Tofro; Warns Nigerians The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has uncovered another suspected illegal investment platform identified as TOFRO.COM (Tofro). The Commission raised the alarm in a notice issued yesterday and made available to newsmen. The Commission warned Nigerians against falling for their tactics to obtain money from them through the promise of unusually high returns. SEC said the suspected investment platform holds itself out as a crypto-currency trading platform, adding that such an investment scheme is not registered by the Commission. It said that based on its investigations, Tofro’s operations exhibit the…
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May
02
2025
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Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally

Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally

News Flash, Politics, South South
Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally No fewer than 27 political aides of Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State have been dismissed following their participation in the inauguration of the Bayelsa State chapter of a grassroots-based political movement, The NEW Associates. The affected aides were reportedly dismissed after attending the inauguration of the Bayelsa chapter of The NEW Associates and participating in a mega rally held in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. In a letter titled “TERMINATION OF APPOINTMENT” dated 23rd April 2025, signed by Mr. Irorodamie Komonibo, Deputy Chief…
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May
02
2025
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We Shall Always Put You First, Gov. Otti Tells ABIA Workers At May Day

We Shall Always Put You First, Gov. Otti Tells ABIA Workers At May Day

Abia State, Good Governance, Labour, News Flash
WE SHALL ALWAYS PUT YOU FIRST, GOV. OTTI TELLS ABIA WORKERS AT MAY DAY. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says his administration will always prioritize and put the workers first, to build a State that works for every hard-working person. Governor Otti stated this Thursday, while addressing Abia workers at the Umuahia Township Stadium during the 2025 International Workers' Day celebration. He said that the State Government will continue to prioritize workers’ welfare, ensuring that they earn justly for their contribution to the growth of the economy. The Governor who titled his speech, "PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSFORMATION" appreciated workers for…
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May
02
2025
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A Man On A Mission: Tinubu A Man Of Destiny, He Must Tell The World His Secret – By Ufuoma Bernard

A Man On A Mission: Tinubu A Man Of Destiny, He Must Tell The World His Secret – By Ufuoma Bernard

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Personality, Politics
Tinubu Must Tell The World His Secrets.He is an Abami Eda, an Iroko tree in the wilderness.Tinubu must not leave this world without telling us his secrets in a book. No Father, no Mother, no Brother, no Sister,Disputed Primary, Secondary and University certificates.YET:Tinubu survived Abacha and his killing machines.Tinubu survived Babangida and his death squad!Tinubu survived Obasanjo and his Silencers.Tinubu survived the US government DEA allegations.The Jagaban survived the British MP investigations.Tinubu survived EFCC allegations and investigations and got cleared.Tinubu survived Gani Fawehimin's tons of Court cases.Tinubu survived Goodluck Jonathan's Code of Conduct Tribunal.Tinubu survived the gang-up of the Buhari…
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May
02
2025
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‘I Turned My Pain Into Power, And My Story Gives Hope To Many Girls Out There’ – Nollywood Actress Genevieve Nnaji

‘I Turned My Pain Into Power, And My Story Gives Hope To Many Girls Out There’ – Nollywood Actress Genevieve Nnaji

Entertainment, Arts, Movie People, Personality
"People know me today as Genevieve Nnaji, a famous actress. But before the fame, my life was full of struggles that many people don’t know about. I started acting when I was very young. I loved it so much, but life was hard. I became a mother when I was just a teenager. Many people judged me. They said my life was over and that I could not succeed again. It was a very tough time for me. I cried many nights. But deep inside me, I told myself, 'Genevieve, you will rise again.' I refused to give up on…
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May
02
2025
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Partnership For Transformation: Being Text Of Governor Otti’s Workers’ Day Address At The Umuahia Township Stadium

Partnership For Transformation: Being Text Of Governor Otti’s Workers’ Day Address At The Umuahia Township Stadium

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, Labour
PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSFORMATION Being the Text of an Address Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the Celebration of the 2025 International Workers’ Day at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Thursday, May 1, 2025 Protocols, Let me heartily welcome you dear comrades, friends, and partners in the New Abia project to the 2025 celebration of the International Workers Day. We have gathered as members of one community to join the rest of the world in honouring the commitments and sacrifices of the men and women whose dedication to their day-to-day responsibilities in different work stations around the world keep…
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May
02
2025
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May Day: Hunger, Unemployment, Insecurity Real – Tinubu

May Day: Hunger, Unemployment, Insecurity Real – Tinubu

FGN, Labour, News Flash, Security
May Day: Hunger, Unemployment, Insecurity Real – Tinubu President Bola Tinubu Thursday acknowledged that Nigerians are experiencing economic hardship, including rising living costs, hunger, insecurity, unemployment, loss of livelihoods, and the pressure of providing for their families. This came as Organised Labour issued a 20-point demand to the Federal Government, urging action on worsening socio-economic conditions in Nigeria, including escalating genocidal killings and bloodletting across the country. Speaking at the national May Day celebration (Workers’ Day) at Eagle Square, Abuja, the President, represented by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, described the challenges as real, critical, and…
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