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Apr
30
2025
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Reno Omokri Lists 50 Achievements That’ll Guarantee Tinubu’s Re-election In 2027

Reno Omokri Lists 50 Achievements That’ll Guarantee Tinubu’s Re-election In 2027

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Reno Omokri Lists 50 Achievements That’ll Guarantee Tinubu’s Re-election In 2027 With just one month to the second anniversary of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has highlighted a list of 50 key achievements he believes will strengthen President Tinubu’s chances for re-election in 2027. The 50 achievements, according to Omokri, span economic reforms, infrastructure development, foreign relations, education, and governance. According to a statement on Omokri’s Facebook handle, these achievements will guarantee Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. “In exactly one month, President Bola Tinubu will mark his second anniversary as President, God sparing his life. Here are…
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Apr
30
2025
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Ex-Mayor Egwuibe’s NULGE Leadership Award And Dedication To New ABIA Philosophy – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D ( SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Ex-Mayor Egwuibe’s NULGE Leadership Award And Dedication To New ABIA Philosophy – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D ( SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality, Politics
Ex-Mayor Egwuibe's NULGE Leadership Award and Dedication to New Abia Philosophy By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D On Friday, April 25, 2025, the Abia State chapter of the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) bestowed on Chief Eric Achi Egwuibe, Ph.D, FCA, the 'Excellent Achievement Award', acknowledging his transformative impact during his tenure as the pioneer Mayor of Obingwa under Governor Alex Chioma Otti's administration. This meritorious award is a testament to his dedication to the New Abia Philosophy, which emphasizes transformational governance and impactful development. Abia NULGE recognized Dr. Egwuibe's outstanding achievements within just 11 months as Mayor, underscoring his…
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Apr
30
2025
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NELFUND: Tinubu To Sanction Schools As 51 Institutions Allegedly Deduct From Students’ Loan Fund

NELFUND: Tinubu To Sanction Schools As 51 Institutions Allegedly Deduct From Students’ Loan Fund

Education, FGN, News Flash
NELFUND: Tinubu To Sanction Schools As 51 Institutions Allegedly Deduct From Students’ Loan Fund The office of Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Students Engagement has disclosed that any tertiary institutions engaging in illegal deduction of Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND will be sanctioned. In a press release sent to ATTNEWS, Hon. Asefon Sunday Dayo said his office has been notified over ongoing deduction of NELFUND and refusal by some schools to announce the disbursement of the loans to students. He furthered that reports indicated that not fewer than 51 institutions are fraudulently deducting #20,000 to #40,000 from…
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Apr
30
2025
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Obi Doesn’t Need Coalition To Defeat Tinubu In 2027 – NLC

Obi Doesn’t Need Coalition To Defeat Tinubu In 2027 – NLC

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Obi Doesn’t Need Coalition To Defeat Tinubu In 2027 – NLC The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential flagbearer of the Labour Party (LP), does not need a coalition with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) or support from political heavyweights ahead of the 2027 vote. Recently, talks on a coalition to wrest federal control from the All Progressives Congress (APC), have dominated mainstream political chatter. Opposition politicians have also been holding series of “strategic meetings” to actualise the plan. In an interview with Punch, Theophilus Ndubuaku, deputy president of the NLC political commission, said Obi remains…
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Apr
30
2025
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From Market Stalls To Digital Halls: Abia’s Vendors Navigate Cash Realities Amidst Otti’s Tech Revolution – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

From Market Stalls To Digital Halls: Abia’s Vendors Navigate Cash Realities Amidst Otti’s Tech Revolution – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
From Market Stalls to Digital Halls: Abia’s Vendors Navigate Cash Realities Amidst Otti’s Tech Revolution! 🌐💵 1. Aba: Ariaria Market’s Cash Reliance Amidst Digital Infrastructure GapsIn Aba’s Ariaria International Market—a hub for SMEs producing footwear, garments, and leather goods—vendors often cite unreliable network connectivity and POS transaction failures as reasons for sticking to cash. For instance, a leatherworks trader in Block C reported losing customers during network downtimes, stating, “Buyers walk away if transfers fail—cash is instant” . Despite this, Governor Otti’s administration has:Installed free Wi-Fi hotspots in strategic market zones to boost connectivity .Revamped Ariaria’s infrastructure with paved roads,…
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Apr
30
2025
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FGN Declares May 1 Public Holiday

FGN Declares May 1 Public Holiday

FGN, News Flash, Presidency
FG Declares May 1 Public Holiday The Federal Government has declared Thursday, May 1, 2025, as a public holiday in commemoration of this year’s Workers’ Day celebration. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, reiterated the need for peace to drive industrialisation and economic growth. Dr. Tunji-Ojo, in a Tuesday night statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, commended workers for their diligence and sacrifice. He noted that workers’ efforts are largely responsible for the greatness of the country and the respect Nigeria commands in the…
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Apr
30
2025
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Abia Youths To Benefit From The Renewed Hope Agenda Of President Tinubu As Ikenna Ukwa Meets Youth Minister

Abia Youths To Benefit From The Renewed Hope Agenda Of President Tinubu As Ikenna Ukwa Meets Youth Minister

Abia State, Abia North, FGN, News Flash, Politics
ABIA YOUTHS TO BENEFIT FROM THE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA OF PRESIDENT TINUBU AS IKENNA UKWA MEETS YOUTH MINISTER In demonstration of his commitment to advocating for the youth in Abia State and his efforts to leverage federal programs for the benefit of Abia Youths, the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President, Hon (Dr) Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa yesterday met with the Honorable Minister for Youth Development, Hon Olawande Emmanuel Ayodele in his office Abuja to discuss ways Abia Youths can benefit from the Federal Government's empowerment programs under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu . Hon…
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Apr
30
2025
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FG Scraps Foreign Scholarships, Tags Scheme Waste Of Resources

FG Scraps Foreign Scholarships, Tags Scheme Waste Of Resources

Education, FGN, Foreign Affairs, News Flash
FG Scraps Foreign Scholarships, Tags Scheme Waste Of Resources The Federal Government on Tuesday announced the cancellation of the Bilateral Education Agreement, describing the scheme as a “waste of resources.” The development followed cries by previous beneficiaries of the scheme who accused the government of neglect. The BEA Programme, established through strong diplomatic ties and mutual cooperation, enabled Nigerian students to study in partner countries such as China, Russia, Algeria, Hungary, Morocco, Egypt, and Serbia. Recently, the government clarified that all supplementary allowances due to Nigerian scholars had been paid up to December 2024. It also appealed for patience, noting…
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Apr
30
2025
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Gov. Otti Receives Torch Of Unity For National Sports Festival, Promises To Celebrate Athletes If They Win Trophies

Gov. Otti Receives Torch Of Unity For National Sports Festival, Promises To Celebrate Athletes If They Win Trophies

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Sports
GOV. OTTI RECEIVES TORCH OF UNITY FOR NATIONAL SPORTS FESTIVAL, PROMISES TO CELEBRATE ATHLETES IF THEY WIN TROPHIES. The Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex  Otti has received the National Sports Festival Torch of Peace and Unity in preparation for the 22nd National Sports Festival tagged "Gateway Games" holding at Abeokuta, Ogun State from 16th to 30th of May 2025. Receiving the torch from the officials of the National Sports Commission, Abuja, Governor Otti commended the Abia Sports team for making the State proud. He re-emphasized that sports holds everybody together and promotes unity among Nigerians. "It is with great pleasure…
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Apr
30
2025
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Gov. Otti Expresses Willingness To Partner Israeli Agricultural Investors, Says He Is In A Hurry To See The Commencement Of The Proposed Investment

Gov. Otti Expresses Willingness To Partner Israeli Agricultural Investors, Says He Is In A Hurry To See The Commencement Of The Proposed Investment

Abia State, Agriculture, Business, Economy, Good Governance
GOV. OTTI EXPRESSES WILLINGNESS TO PARTNER ISRAELI AGRICULTURAL INVESTORS, SAYS, HE IS IN A HURRY TO SEE THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE PROPOSED INVESTMENT. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has expressed his willingness to partner with an Israeli agricultural expert and investors to grow the State's economy. Government Otti was speaking while receiving in audience a delegation of an Israeli based agricultural investor and the Managing Director of ONIDA Development, Mr. Kidron Isreal who called on him in his office. He said that the government can provide land, adding that the provision of land could be the government's own equity…
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