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Feb

2025

Kenneth Okonkwo Resigns From LP, Says Party ‘Non-existent’

Kenneth Okonkwo resigns from LP, Says Party ‘Non-existent' Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesperson for the Labour Party (LP) presidential campaign council, has resigned his membership of the party. Okonkwo was the LP campaign spokesperson in the 2023 election. In his resignation statement, he said the LP has been afflicted by internal and leadership crises. “My entrance to politics is for good governance, and I will continue to work for it to ensure that Nigeria becomes a great country of incorruptible men. This aim can no longer be realised within Labour Party as presently constituted,” he said. “Since the party is…

Feb

2025

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FGN Assumes Full Control Of Keystone Bank

CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, FGN, News Flash

FG Assumes Full Control Of Keystone Bank Keystone Bank has confirmed that it is now fully owned by the Federal Government of Nigeria, stating that the takeover will enhance its stability and facilitate a smooth capitalization process. The bank disclosed this in a statement on its Instagram page on Tuesday evening, following a ruling by the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja. The court ordered the forfeiture of shares previously held by the bank’s former shareholders, effectively transferring ownership to the Federal Government. “Keystone Bank Limited wishes to clarify the media report on a judgment by the Lagos State Special Offences…

Feb

2025

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PDP BoT Chairman Adolphus Wabara Suspended

News Flash, Politics

PDP BoT Chairman Adolphus Wabara Suspended The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended its Board of Trustees (BOT) chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara, over alleged anti-party activities. The suspension is coming at a time when the party is weathering through crises. The suspension was handed down by the State Working Committee (SWC) of the party in Abia State. According to sources within the party, the decision to suspend Wabara was taken during a meeting presided over by the State Chairman, Abraham Amah. Former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, an ally to FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, is said to have firm control of the…

Feb

2025

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MTN Increases Data, SMS Price As Telecos Implement Approved 50% Hike

Business, News Flash, Telecommunications

MTN Increases Data, SMS Price As Telcos Implement Approved 50% Hike MTN Nigeria has increased the price of its data subscriptions as telecommunications operators in Nigeria have begun the implementation of the 50% price increment recently approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The revised MTN data prices seen by Nairametrics show that MTN’s 1.8GB monthly plan now goes for N1,500. This replaces the previous 1.5GB plan priced at N1,000. The 20GB plan has been adjusted to N7,500, up from N5,500, while the 15GB plan now costs N6,500, a rise from N4,500. While other mobile operators comprising Airtel, Globacom, and…

Feb

2025

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CBN Announces Fresh ATM Transaction Fees, Effective March 1

CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, News Flash

CBN Announces Fresh ATM Transaction Fees Effective March 1 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced new Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees for banks and financial institutions, effective from March 1, 2025. This move according to CNN in a statement signed by John S. Onojah Acting Director, Financial Policy and Regulation Department aims to enhance efficiency and increase the deployment of ATMs across the country. The circular titled “Review of Automated Teller Machine Transaction Fees”, the apex bank stated that the review aligns with Section 10.7 of the CBN Guide to Charges by Banks, Other Financial and Non-Bank…

Feb

2025

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Nigeria Makes List Of World’s Most Corrupt Country In 2024, Gets New Ranking

FGN, Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash

Nigeria Makes List Of World’s Most Corrupt Country in 2024, Gets New Ranking Transparency International, a global coalition against corruption, has ranked Nigeria as the 36th most corrupt country in the world. Nigeria was joined by Uganda, Mexico, Madagascar, Iraq, and Cameroon in the same spot with a total score of 26 points. The ranking released on Tuesday highlighted the 2024 corruption perceptions index. The list ranks Denmark as the least corrupt country with 90 points, Finland as second with 88 points, and Singapore as third with 84 points. No African country made the top 10 very clean list as…

Feb

2025

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Mayor Ohafia LGA Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Alongside Other Colleagues Flags Off ICT Training Program In Ohafia

Abia North, Information Technology, News Flash

MAYOR OHAFIA LGA CHIEF ELEANYA O. KALU ALONGSIDE OTHER COLLEAGUES FLAGS OFF ICT TRAINING PROGRAM IN OHAFIA. The Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, alongside the Mayors of Arochukwu and Bende LGA, Hon. Dr. Okereke Eze Aru and Hon. Bassey Uwabunkeonye, respectively, launched a maiden 3-month ICT training program being a ground breaking initiative by the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, in Ohafia LGA.This aims to empower youths with advanced technology skills to unlock their wealth creating potential whilst fostering positive social engagement. At the event, the Ohafia mayor Chief Eleanya reminded all…

Feb

2025

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Ohafia LGA Mayor Eleanya Kalu Leads Delegation To Welcome New Army Brigade Commander

Abia North, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Security

Mayor Eleanya Kalu Leads Delegation to Welcome New Army Brigade Commander" Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, paid a courtesy visit to the new Army Brigade Commander who just resumed duty in Ohafia. The visit aims to reinforce the already established cordial relationship whilst discussing pressing security concerns of the larger community. In the company of the mayor for this all important visit were notable government functionaries including the Honourable Commissioner of Science and Technology, Hon David Kalu; Secretary to Ohafia LGA, Dr. Celestine Ude, DG Abia State Transport Agency, Col (Rtd) Ezichi, the DG Greater Ohafia Development…

Feb

2025

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A World Of Secrets: The Forgotten And Downtrodden Citizens Of ABIA State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

A World of Secrets: The Forgotten and Downtrodden Citizens of Abia State Nde Abia, Today, we gather here on these several social, electronic and traditional media, to shed light on a narrative often overlooked, a story of resilience and neglect, much like the forgotten corners of our world. In the spirit of Bella Batias’ evocative exploration of India’s lesser-known histories, we turn our attention to a place closer to home—Abia, a region that, despite its rich cultural heritage and vibrant communities, has been left behind in the shadows of progress. Abia, like many forgotten places, carries the weight of untapped…

Feb

2025

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Nigerian Police Authorities Mandate Personnel To Contribute Over N3 Billion To POWA Association Under IGP Egbetokun’s Wife

News Flash, Police Force, Security

Nigerian Police Authorities Mandate Personnel To Contribute Over N3billion To POWA Association Under IGP Egbetokun’s Wife. POWA is led by the wife of the Inspector General of Police, Elizabeth Egbetokun. The Nigeria Police Force has mandated its personnel to pay what it tagged “2025 Police Officers’ Wives Association due”. POWA is led by the wife of the Inspector General of Police, Elizabeth Egbetokun. A signal obtained by SaharaReporters showed that officers from the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) would pay N12,000 each while Inspectors and rank and file are expected to pay N6000 each. They were ordered to…