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Feb
24
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Commendations As Governor Otti’s Achievements Unite Abians Across Political Parties – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Pubic Affairs)

Commendations As Governor Otti’s Achievements Unite Abians Across Political Parties – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Pubic Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
Commendations As Governor Otti's Achievements Unite Abians Across Political Parties Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's ascension to power in Abia State was not by chance; he came prepared to transform the state. The delay in assuming office due to electoral malpractices proved to be a blessing in disguise. It gave him ample time to study and document the extent of the rot and decay inflicted on the state and its people. This period of preparation enabled him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing Abia, allowing him to craft effective solutions to address them. In less than…
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Feb
24
2025
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“From Enyimba’s 2003 Glory To Ahudiya Queens’ Legacy: Nigeria’s Next Super Falcons Roots To Rise – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“From Enyimba’s 2003 Glory To Ahudiya Queens’ Legacy: Nigeria’s Next Super Falcons Roots To Rise – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Football, Sports
"From Enyimba’s 2003 Glory to Ahudiyia Queens’ Legacy: Nigeria’s Next Super Falcons 🌟⚽ #RootsToRise" In the heart of southeastern Nigeria, where the hum of ambition mingles with the rhythm of bouncing footballs, Abia State has quietly sculpted itself into a powerhouse of sporting dreams. Here, dusty village fields and sunbaked stadiums have birthed legends, shattered barriers, and forged a legacy that transcends trophies—it’s a story of grit, glory, and the unyielding belief that greatness grows from the ground up. Enyimba FC: Where Continental History Was WrittenWhen Enyimba International FC hoisted the CAF Champions League trophy in October 2003, they didn’t…
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Feb
24
2025
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Ooni Hails President Tinubu, Says Economic Reforms Yielding Fruits

Ooni Hails President Tinubu, Says Economic Reforms Yielding Fruits

News Flash, Economy, FGN, Politics
Ooni Hails Tinubu, Says Economic Reforms Yielding Fruits The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II, on Sunday, commended President Bola Tinubu, saying the hardship resulting from his bold economic reforms is gradually giving way and yielding fruits for Nigerians. The monarch also said that the arbitrage between the parallel and the official markets has been closed completely for the first time in 20 years. He stated this at the maiden edition of the Nigeria-Kazakhstan Business Council International conference held in Abuja. “We all know the challenges of our dear country. I will give a simple example of a…
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Feb
24
2025
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Police Officers Enlisted Before 2004 Given Deadline To Submit Pension Information

Police Officers Enlisted Before 2004 Given Deadline To Submit Pension Information

Abuja, News Flash, Police Force
Police Officers Enlisted Before 2004 Given Deadline To Submit Pension Information All Nigerian police officers enlisted before the establishment of Pension Fund Administrators (PFA) on June 30, 2004, including inspectors and rank-and-file personnel, have been ordered to submit their pension details. AttNews News gathered that affected officers must provide their information to the administrative office of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command Headquarters in Abuja by Monday, February 24, 2025. This directive was communicated through an urgent police wireless message exclusively obtained by SaharaReporters on Sunday. The officers are required to submit their serial number, name, gender, date of…
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Feb
24
2025
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I Will Not Negotiate With Criminals – Gov Otti, Vows To Restore The Dignity Of Abians As Rev. Umah Ukpai Commends His Achievements In Office

I Will Not Negotiate With Criminals – Gov Otti, Vows To Restore The Dignity Of Abians As Rev. Umah Ukpai Commends His Achievements In Office

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
I WILL NOT NEGOTIATE WITH CRIMINALS - GOV. OTTI, VOWS TO RESTORE THE DIGNITY OF ABIANS AS REV. UMAH UKPAI COMMENDS HIS ACHIEVEMENTS IN OFFICE. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has declared that he will not negotiate with those who destroyed the State in the past, having failed in their attempts to lobby their way to become part of his administration but have resorted to blackmail and spreading of falsehoods against his administration to see if he will invite them for negotiations. Governor Otti stated this in two separate Church services on Sunday, 23rd February, at The Master's…
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Feb
24
2025
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Palava As APC Instructs Osun LGA Chairmen To Resume Duties

Palava As APC Instructs Osun LGA Chairmen To Resume Duties

News Flash, Politics, South West
Palava As APC Instructs Osun LGA Chairmen To Resume Duties The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress on Sunday directed chairmen on the party’s platform, who were purportedly reinstated by the Court of Appeal judgment of February 10, to resume duties in their respective local government Secretariat on Monday. The directive was given in a press statement issued by the APC’s Director of Media and Information, Mr. Kola Olabisi while urging the chairmen to disregard fake news circulating on social media, which advised them against resuming at their offices in the 30 local government secretariats across the state.…
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Feb
23
2025
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Just-In: Pope Francis In Critical Condition As Vatican Confirms Signs Of Kidney Failure

Just-In: Pope Francis In Critical Condition As Vatican Confirms Signs Of Kidney Failure

News Flash, Religion, World News
Pope Francis in critical condition as Vatican confirms signs of kidney failure Pope Francis remains in critical condition as medical tests indicate early signs of mild kidney failure, the Vatican announced on Sunday. As reported by CNN, officials assured that the condition is currently under control. According to the statement, the pontiff has not experienced further respiratory crises since Saturday evening and remains “vigilant and well-oriented.” He continues to receive oxygen and participated in Sunday morning’s Holy Mass from his hospital apartment on the 10th floor of Gemelli Hospital in Rome. “The complexity of the clinical picture, and the necessary…
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Feb
23
2025
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Diesel Shortage: Telecom May Shutdown Nationwide, ATCON Warns

Diesel Shortage: Telecom May Shutdown Nationwide, ATCON Warns

News Flash, Power & Energy, Telecommunications
Diesel Shortage: Telecom may shutdown nationwide, ATCON warns The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria has raised an urgent alarm over a diesel supply crisis caused by an ongoing strike by the Petroleum Tanker Drivers, a branch of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers. ATCON President, Mr. Tony Emoekpere, disclosed in a statement sighted by PUNCH Online on Sunday that the fuel supply disruption is critically affecting telecom base stations, pushing them to the brink of a shutdown and threatening millions of mobile and internet users in the region. “This strike, which stems from the persistent harassment…
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Feb
23
2025
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Don’t Truncate Democracy, Makinde Warns APC At Osun LG Chairmen Swearing-In

Don’t Truncate Democracy, Makinde Warns APC At Osun LG Chairmen Swearing-In

News Flash, Politics, South West
Don’t truncate democracy, Makinde warns APC at Osun LG chairmen swearing-in ..As PDP Govs’ Forum chair, Mohammed, attends PRESS RELEASE Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) not to truncate democracy by resorting to self-help on Local Government Administration in Osun State. The governor gave this warning on Sunday, during the swearing-in of the 30 newly-elected Local Government Chairmen, stating that the APC should not exploit federal might to truncate democratic processes. He congratulated the newly-elected chairmen, charging them to deliver dividends of democracy to their people and justify the confidence reposed in them. Governor…
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Feb
23
2025
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NDLEA Arrest Thai Woman With 46kg Of Cannabis At Lagos Airport

NDLEA Arrest Thai Woman With 46kg Of Cannabis At Lagos Airport

Crime, International, News Flash
NDLEA Arrests Thai Woman With 46kg Of Cannabis At Lagos Airport A 24-year-old Thai national, Ms Pattaphi Wimonnat, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency while attempting to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis, weighing 46.60 kilograms, into Nigeria. The agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement released on Sunday. The statement read: “An attempt by a 24-year-old Thai woman, Ms Pattaphi Wimonnat, to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis, weighing 46.60 kilograms, into Nigeria through Murtala Muhammed International…
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