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Apr
15
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
University Student Reportedly Rapes Fellow Student, Threatens To Release Nude Video

University Student Reportedly Rapes Fellow Student, Threatens To Release Nude Video

Crime, Education, Human Rights, News Flash
University Student Reportedly Rapes Fellow Student, Threatens To Release Nude Video A student of Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science, and Technology (BOUESTI) in Ikere Ekiti, Femi Bejide, has been accused of raping a fellow student, Ojufun Precious, and later threatening to expose a nude video of her. Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident, occurred on April 11, 2025, at about 1205hrs when Bejide allegedly lured the victim to his room and had non-consensual sex with her. The victim reported the matter to the Ikere Ekiti Area Command on April 14, 2025, stating that Bejide had begun sending threatening…
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Apr
15
2025
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Tinubu Backed My Speakership Ambition Without Knowing Me – Abbas

Tinubu Backed My Speakership Ambition Without Knowing Me – Abbas

News Flash, Personality, Politics
Tinubu Backed My Speakership Ambition Without Knowing Me – Abbas Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu supported his bid to become Speaker even without knowing him personally. Abbas, who made the disclosure while distributing empowerment materials to his constituents in Zaria, Kaduna State, said the President’s support was based solely on what he had read about him. He also commended the current Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, for backing his ambition during a period when officials of the immediate past state administration turned their backs on him. According to…
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Apr
15
2025
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House Of Reps Speaker Inaugurates 21 – Man Committee To Oversee Rivers Assembly

House Of Reps Speaker Inaugurates 21 – Man Committee To Oversee Rivers Assembly

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics, South South
Reps Speaker inaugurates 21-man Committee to oversee Rivers Assembly The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, is currently inaugurating an ad-hoc committee to legislate in place of the suspended Rivers State House of Assembly. The event held at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja was being attended by members designates drawed from the six geo-political zones. Addressing the 21-man committee, Speaker Abbas reminded the panel that its mandate is non-partisan, a call to legislate to ensure good governance, peace, and prosperity of the oil-rich state. He said, “Your task is to oversee Rivers State following Mr President’s emergency proclamation.You…
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Apr
15
2025
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NBA: N300m Collected From Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’

NBA: N300m Collected From Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics, South South
NBA: N300m Collected from Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’ The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) yesterday admitted collecting N300 million from the Rivers State Government while planning its 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC) initially billed for Port Harcourt. This followed the demand by Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas that the money, approved by suspended Governor Siminialayi Fubara, be refunded. However, the NBA said the cash was “an unconditional gift”, not payment to facilitate the conference. The government in a statement by Hector Igbikiowubo, the media aide to Vice Admiral Ibas faulted the reasons given by the NBA for the relocation of its…
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Apr
15
2025
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Governor Alex Otti’s Guiding Principles For The New ABIA Plan: A Singaporean-Inspired Odyssey Of Transformation – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Governor Alex Otti’s Guiding Principles For The New ABIA Plan: A Singaporean-Inspired Odyssey Of Transformation – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Politics
Governor Alex Otti’s Guiding Principles for the New Abia Plan: A Singaporean-Inspired Odyssey of Transformation“To build a society where merit thrives, opportunity abounds, and progress is etched into the soul of governance.” Abia’s journey toward renewal is rooted in the unyielding pragmatism that propelled Singapore from resource-poor island to global powerhouse. As your Governor, I embrace this ethos with clarity: our state’s revival demands disciplined vision, not political theatrics. Our history—from the ingenuity of the Aro Confederacy to the resilience of post-civil war reconstruction—proves our capacity for greatness. Today, with a GDP of $22.83 billion and 4.14 million citizens, we…
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Apr
15
2025
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Governor Otti’s Midas Touch At Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, ABA – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Midas Touch At Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, ABA – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance
Governor Otti's Midas Touch at Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Aba Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D The transformation of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic in Aba, Abia State, reflects the power of visionary leadership. Under the guidance of Governor Alex Otti, the institution has undergone significant changes, driven by the efforts of Mr. Stanley Egege, Chairman of the Governing Council, and Dr. Christopher Kalu Okoro, Rector of the Polytechnic. Egege's leadership has been instrumental in implementing Governor Otti's vision for the institution. His commitment to excellence has led to notable improvements in infrastructure, academic programs, and staff welfare. At the 19th-21st combined convocation ceremony, Egege…
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Apr
14
2025
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Abia State’s Game -Changing ‘Made-In-Abia’ Policy: A Boost To Local Economy – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State’s Game -Changing ‘Made-In-Abia’ Policy: A Boost To Local Economy – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Politics
Abia State's Game-Changing 'Made-in-Abia' Policy: A Boost to Local Economy Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D The Abia State government's "Made-in-Abia" products policy is a bold initiative aimed at promoting local economic growth and development. By mandating the procurement of goods and services within the state, the government hopes to stimulate economic activity, create jobs, and improve infrastructure. This policy has the potential to be a game-changer for the local economy, and its impact will be felt across various sectors. One of the primary benefits of the "Made-in-Abia" policy is increased local spending. By procuring goods and services locally, the government will be…
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Apr
14
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Greets Former TC Chairman Ohafia LGA, Fred Idika On His Birthday

Ikenna Ukwa Greets Former TC Chairman Ohafia LGA, Fred Idika On His Birthday

Abia North, Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
IKENNA UKWA GREETS FORMER TC CHAIRMAN, OHAFIA LGA, FRED IDIKA ON HIS BIRTHDAY The Senior Legislative Aide to the Nigerian Senate President, Hon Dr Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has joined Ohafians and well meaning Abians to rejoice with the former Transition Committee Chairman of Ohafia LGA, Hon Fred Eke Idika on the auspicious occasion of his birthday anniversary. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa while congratulating him on the milestone lauded his exceptional leadership, outstanding performance, particularly in security matters, during his tenure as TC Chairman, describing him as humane, humble, determined, and energetic. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa on behalf of his family…
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Apr
14
2025
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Civil Society Uncovers A Can Of Worms In Imo State Judiciary As 18 Judges Are Fingered In Age Falsification And Unprecedented Abuse Of Code Of Conduct

Civil Society Uncovers A Can Of Worms In Imo State Judiciary As 18 Judges Are Fingered In Age Falsification And Unprecedented Abuse Of Code Of Conduct

Crime, News Flash, Politics, South East
Civil Society uncovers a can of worms in Imo State Judiciary as eighteen Judges are fingered in age falsification and unprecedented abuse of code of conduct. A Coalition of Civil Society Groups; the Civil Society Engagement Platform CSEP has uncovered what it termed; 'Mother of all corruption in the judiciary'. In a document made available to news men in Abuja on Thursday, April 10, 2025 by the Executive Secretary of the Coalition; Comrade Onyebuchi Emmanuel, CSEP detailed eye popping allegations against eighteen judges of Imo State Judiciary. Incidentally, the three most senior Judges in Imo State Judiciary are among the…
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Apr
14
2025
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Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates Paramount Ruler Of Ebem Ohafia, HRH Ezie Ukoha @88

Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates Paramount Ruler Of Ebem Ohafia, HRH Ezie Ukoha @88

Abia North, Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
CHIEF IKENNA UKWA CELEBRATES PARAMOUNT RULER OF EBEM, HRH EZIE UKOHA @88 The Founder of IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, Chief Dr Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has sent warmest greetings to the Paramount Ruler of Ebem kingdom & Kpoke 1 of Ebem Autonomous Community, HRH, Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha (JP) on his 88th birthday anniversary. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa in his birthday message commended the revered Monarch for his wisdom, peaceful nature and commitment to promoting unity, peace and love in his community. Chief Ukwa described the monarch as a peace lover whose love for his community and humanity knows no…
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