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Mar

18

2025

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Reps Donate N705 Million To FG For Vulnerable Nigerians During Ramadan

FGN, National Assembly, News Flash, Religion

Reps Donate N705 Million To FG For Vulnerable Nigerians During Ramadan The House of Representatives, on Monday, donated N705m to the Federal Government to support vulnerable Nigerians during the month of Ramadan. The Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, announced this when President Bola Tinubu hosted principal officers of the green chamber to an Iftar dinner at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. Tajudeen presented the donation on behalf of the lawmakers, saying they are committed to alleviating the economic hardship of the most vulnerable Nigerians. This is not the first that the House of Reps of the 10th assembly…

Mar

18

2025

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Gov. Otti Signs ABIA State Electricity Bill Into Law

Abia State, Good Governance, House Of Assembly, News Flash

GOV. OTTI SIGNS ABIA STATE ELECTRICITY BILL INTO LAW. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has signed into law, the Abia State Electricity bill thereby empowering the State to regulate its own electricity market. Speaking while assenting to the executive bill, Governor Alex Otti said that with the law, the executive arm of government has the capacity to implement the law, adding that the State would soon set up Abia State Electricity Regulatory Authority (ASERA). Governor Otti said that the 64 page law would support the power initiatives of the government which will stand the test of time, adding that…

Mar

17

2025

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ATTTV NEWS UPDATE IN IGBO -BY ONYEMAOBI EMETU

Entertainment

Mar

17

2025

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If I Were Nyesom Wike – By Azuh Arinze

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Judiciary, Politics

If I were Nyesom Wike - by Azuh Arinze Yes, if I were Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory and former governor of Rivers State, I would, against the advice of many, remain magnanimous in victory and thank God for ultimately granting me the grace to triumph over a mentee-turned-political adversary, especially after an energy-sapping battle. I will celebrate and rejoice over the Supreme Court judgement but not too much. I will also suspend granting any other interview on the matter or other matters until further notice. Above all, I will shock the world by picking up…

Mar

17

2025

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Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group Inaugurated In Abiriba, Ohafia LGA

Empowerment, News Flash, People & Events, Politics

MEMBERS OF IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP INAUGURATED IN ABIRIBA, OHAFIA LGA The Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group has officially inaugurated her members in Abiriba, Ohafia LGA, today Sunday 16th March 2025 as part of its expansion plan to cover all clans in Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs. Mr. Francis Igwe, the Director General, led the inauguration ceremony, charging the new members to dedicate themselves to their duties and assured them of the vision bearer's determination to ensure that all members and communities benefit from his mapped out projects and selfless humanitarian interventions. The founder and vision bearer of the group, Hon Ikenna…

Mar

17

2025

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Human Capital Development In ABIA State: A Microeconomic Analysis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance

Human Capital Development in Abia State, Nigeria: *A Microeconomic Analysis Abia State, situated in southeastern Nigeria, embodies a microcosm of the nation’s human capital challenges and opportunities. Known for its entrepreneurial energy, particularly in cities like Aba—a bustling hub for commerce and small-scale manufacturing—the state grapples with systemic barriers rooted in economic decision-making, cultural norms, and institutional shortcomings. A microeconomic lens reveals how individual and household choices, shaped by costs, benefits, and constraints, intersect with broader structural inefficiencies to shape human capital outcomes. At the core of Abia’s human capital dynamics lies Human Capital Theory, which posits that investments in…

Mar

17

2025

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Corp Member Cries Out Over Threat By NYSC For Calling Tinubu’s Govt ‘Terrible’

Education, Economy, Human Rights, News Flash

Corp Member Cries Out Over Threat By NYSC For Calling Tinubu’s Govt ‘Terrible’ A serving Corp member in Lagos State has cried out over a threat she received from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) board following her recent social media post in which she expressed her displeasure about the rising costs of commodities in the country. According to the video shared on TikTok via the handle @talktoraye, the serving Corp member, in tears, explained how frustrated she is over the high cost of goods in the market, calling President Ahmed Tinubu’s government a “terrible” one for paying little attention…

Mar

17

2025

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Bad Governance May Trigger Revolution In Nigeria – Obasanjo Warns

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, FGN, Security

Bad governance may trigger revolution in Nigeria Obasanjo warns Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised concerns over rising frustration among Nigerian youths, cautioning that continued misgovernance could trigger a revolution driven by hunger and anger. In his newly released book, Nigeria: Past and Future, Obasanjo criticized the country’s leadership for mismanaging resources, fostering corruption, and failing to address the needs of young people. He stated, “Current trends on the continent portray a more assertive, younger population, intolerant of abuses of power and in search of the dividends of good governance, such that whether or not we accept it, an inevitable…

Mar

16

2025

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Exclusive Interview And Rejoinder By Senator (Prince) Ned Nwoko On The Senate Vs Senator Natasha Matter

Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, Politics

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW AND REJOINDER BY SENATOR (PRINCE) NED NWOKO ON THE SENATE VS. SENATOR NATASHA MATTER Defending the Senate’s Integrity Against Emotional Manipulation and Misrepresentation Distinguished Nigerians, It is important that we separate facts from sensationalism and resist the growing trend of exploiting gender sentiments to mask disorderly conduct within the Senate. The legislative chamber is not a battleground for personal grievances or emotional outbursts but a place of order, debate, and democratic principles. The recent outcry over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been twisted into a false narrative of victimization and suppression. Let it be clear: what…

Mar

16

2025

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Governor Otti Honors Mrs. Nnennaya Otti’s Courageous Role In The 2023 General Election At Her Daughter’s Wedding Ceremony

Abia State, People & Events, Politics, South East

GOVERNOR OTTI HONORS MRS. NNENNAYA OTI'S COURAGEOUS ROLE IN THE 2023 GENERAL ELECTION AT HER DAUGHTER'S WEDDING CEREMONY. Abia State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Alex C. Otti, on Saturday, 15th March commended Prof. Mrs. Nnenna Oti, the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, for her uncompromising role during the 2023 election in Abia State. The Governor gave the commendation at the wedding ceremony of Prof. Mrs. Nnenna Oti's daughter, Dr. Onyinyechi Orieoma and Engr. Ugochukwu Peter, held at Rt. Hon. Iduma Igariwey Enwo's Event Center, Ozara Mgbom village in Afikpo LGA of Ebonyi State. During his speech,…