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Feb

2025

Senate Names Orji Uzor Kalu Chairman South-East Development Commission Committee

Abia State, National Assembly, News Flash, Politics, South East

Breaking!!! Senate names Orji Kalu Chairman South-East Dev't Commission Committee The Senate has on Tuesday announced Senator Orji Uzor Kalu APC, Abia-North as the substantive pioneer Senate Committee Chairman of the newly created South East Development Commission ( SEDC ) , one of the Regional Development Commissions signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. Prior to his new appointment which was made by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during today's plenary, the former Abia Governor chaired the Senate committee on Privatisation. Senator Ken Eze ( Ebonyi Central ) was also appointed as the vice chairman of the committee, Akapbio also noted…

Feb

2025

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Ikenna Ukwa Empowers Artisans With Brand New Sewing Machines

Abia North, Abia State, Empowerment, Ohafia LGA, Politics

IKENNA UKWA EMPOWERS ARTISANS WITH BRAND NEW SEWING MACHINES As part of his efforts to promote economic growth and empower his community, the Senior Legislative Aide to The Senate President - Nigeria , Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa today Tuesday 4th February 2025 has provided brand new sewing machines to artisans, trained in sewing. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa while handing over the sewing machines to the beneficiaries at his country home in Amaekpu Ohafia, emphasized the importance of utilizing the sewing machines efficiently and prayed for their future success. Responding, Miss Doris Nkiru on behalf of other beneficiaries expressed heartfelt gratitude,…

Feb

2025

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Technology And Innovation In Nigeria: A Deep Dive Into ABIA State Governor’s Strategic Objectives – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Technology and Innovation in Nigeria: A Deep Dive into Abia State Governor's Strategic Objectives IntroductionNigeria, Africa's most populous nation, is at a critical juncture in its technological and innovative development. With a population of over 220 million people, Nigeria has the potential to become a global leader in technology and innovation. However, the country faces significant challenges, including low internet penetration, limited smartphone usage, and inadequate investment in research and development (R&D). This article provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of technology and innovation in Nigeria, with a particular focus on Abia State. It also offers strategic recommendations…

Feb

2025

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ATTTV NEWS IN IGBO -BY ONYEMAOBI EMETU

News Review In Igbo

Feb

2025

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University Rusticates 37 Students Over Creation Of Whatsapp Group To Allegedly Carry Out Protests

Education, News Flash, Security

University Rusticates 37 Students Over Creation Of WhatsApp Group To Allegedly Carry Out Protests The Nasarawa State University, Keffi, has rusticated 37 students for one academic session due to alleged involvement in “criminal conspiracy, inciting disturbance of public peace, and cyber-stalking.” According to documents obtained on Monday, dated December 9, 2024 and January 21, 2025, the students’ actions were in connection with a WhatsApp group created to organise a protest against the university’s decision to commence the third semester. The students were subsequently summoned to appear before the Students’ Disciplinary Committee. The University authorities stated that their rustication were approved…

Feb

2025

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APC Pegs Anambra Governorship Nomination Form At N50 Million

News Flash, Politics

APC Pegs Anambra Governorship Nomination Form At N50 Million The All Progressives Congress, APC, on Monday, announced that interested aspirants for the Anambra State governorship primary would pay N50m to procure the nomination and expression of interest forms. The ruling party also released its primary election timetable containing activities and dates of the exercise. The schedule signed by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Suleiman Argungu, however, stipulated that female aspirants and interested Persons Living with Disabilities are to procure only the expression of interest form for N10m, while the nomination form would be given free. On the other hand, young…

Feb

2025

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Meet Toyin Tofade, First Black Female President Of A US College

Health, International, News Flash

Meet Toyin Tofade, First Black Female President Of A US College Dr. Toyin Tofade made history as the first Black female president of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) in July 2022. Tofade, since assuming office, has spearheaded transformative initiatives, strengthening the college’s future. Toyin Tofade: Transformative Leadership at ACPHSUnder her leadership, ACPHS launched a bold new strategic plan and introduced ACPHS Online in March 2024. She restructured academic units, implemented a leadership program for aspiring leaders, and fostered an entrepreneurial spirit across the institution. Her efforts have driven significant enrollment growth, with total applications rising by 18.58%,…

Feb

2025

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NLC To Halt Telecoms Tariff Hike Protest After FG Intervention

Labour, FGN, News Flash, Politics

NLC To Halt Telecoms Tariff Hike Protest After FG Intervention The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has reached an agreement with the federal government to temporarily suspend its planned nationwide protest against the 50 percent increase in telecommunications tariffs. Following a meeting on Monday with government representatives, NLC leadership, led Joe Ajaero, president of the congress, agreed to delay the protest for two weeks. As part of the agreement, a 10-member committee, consisting of five members from each side, has been established to review the tariff hike report and propose solutions that address the concerns of both telecom operators and consumers.…

Feb

2025

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PDP Governors Set To Join APC – APC Senator Reveals

News Flash, Politics

PDP Governors Set To Join APC – APC Senator Reveals Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, representing Ondo South in the national assembly, has claimed that some governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other opposition parties are planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ibrahim made this statement while responding to questions on Channels Television. He stated that many people have already decamped to the party, with more expected to join in the coming weeks. When asked if the criticism of APC policies by its own members is a good sign for the party and the Tinubu government, Ibrahim…

Feb

2025

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FG Clarifies Electricity Tariff ‘Misrepresentation’

FGN, News Flash, Power & Energy

FG Clarifies Electricity Tariff ‘Misrepresentation’ Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Olu Arowolo Verheijen, has clarified recent media reports suggesting an imminent 65 percent increase in electricity tariffs, stating that her comments on the topic were misrepresented. Reacting to media reports on the said comment in a statement she issued on Monday, Verheijen emphasized that her remarks during a recent press interview were inaccurately reported. “It has become necessary to clarify media reports suggesting an imminent 65 percent increase in electricity tariffs. This is a misrepresentation of what I actually said,” she stated. She however assured Nigerians that the…