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Jan
26
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Trump Pardons Beverly Williams, 22 Others Jailed By Biden For Preaching Gospel Of Jesus At Abortion Clinic

Trump Pardons Beverly Williams, 22 Others Jailed By Biden For Preaching Gospel Of Jesus At Abortion Clinic

International, News Flash, Politics, Religion
Trump Pardons Beverly Williams, 22 Others Jailed By Biden For Preaching Gospel Of Jesus At Ab@rtiön Clinic President Donald Trump has pardoned 23 pro-life individuals convicted by Joe Biden’s Department of Justice for praying inside or demonstrating at abortion clinics. “Twenty-three people were prosecuted, they should not have been prosecuted. Many of them are elderly people — they should not have been prosecuted,” Trump said on Thursday. “This is a great honor to sign this.” Peaceful pro-life protesters received lengthy sentences for demonstrating at abortion clinics during Biden’s time in office. The former president used the Freedom of Access to…
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Jan
26
2025
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There Are More Yahoo Boys In Government Than Outside – Peter Obi

There Are More Yahoo Boys In Government Than Outside – Peter Obi

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, Politics
There Are More Yahoo Boys In Government Than Outside – Peter Obi The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has accused the Nigerian government of harbouring more corrupt individuals than the wider society. Speaking at Nexford University’s 4th graduation ceremony in Lagos on Saturday, Mr Obi lamented that Nigeria is being exploited by public officials who misuse resources for personal gain. Mr Obi, who was the guest speaker of the ceremony emphasised the importance of strong leadership, noting that it is crucial to manage the affairs of the country. “For governance, don’t think when we talk about vices, it…
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Jan
26
2025
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Makeup, POP Installation, Plumbing, And Other 12 New Subjects Added To Basic Education Curriculum

Makeup, POP Installation, Plumbing, And Other 12 New Subjects Added To Basic Education Curriculum

Education, FGN, News Flash
Makeup, POP Installation, Plumbing, 12 New Subjects Added To Basic Education Curriculum Fifteen new subjects have been added to Nigeria’s basic education curriculum, the Federal Government has announced. This is disclosed in a press statement released by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Friday, January 24, 2025. NOA said the new trade subjects were added to the curriculum to boost students’ practical skills and employability level. Expected to take effect from January 2025, the newly updated curriculum would be used across the primary and junior secondary classes in Nigeria. Below is a list of the new subjects:1.Plumbing2 Hairstyling3 Makeup4 POP…
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Jan
25
2025
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The Struggle For Identity: A Universal Human Experience – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Struggle For Identity: A Universal Human Experience – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality
The Struggle for Identity The concept of gender has been subject to various interpretations, but at its core, humanity has traditionally recognized two distinct genders: Male and Female. These biological distinctions are fundamental to human existence, shaping our physical characteristics, reproductive roles, and social interactions. While individuals may exhibit varying personality traits, interests, and behaviors, the binary classification of Male and Female provides a basic framework for understanding human identity and experience. The struggle for identity is a universal human experience, but it manifests differently across various demographics, including gender. For men, the struggle for identity is often tied to…
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Jan
25
2025
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The Armchair Critics Of Politicians And Professors: A Scathing Rebuke Of The “Noisemakers” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Armchair Critics Of Politicians And Professors: A Scathing Rebuke Of The “Noisemakers” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
The Armchair Critics of Politicians and Professors: A Scathing Rebuke of the "Noise-Makers" After the publication of yesterday's article titled: Setting The Records Straight Governor Otti's Administration Is On The Right Track, I received lots of interesting comments. However, one stood out and thought about it for hours as I could not shake off it's import. The very fine gentleman wrote and I humbly quote: Politicians and Professors: All noise and nothing to show for it Honestly, I was intrigued. In response, I found myself locked away for four hours crafting a soothing piece that could serve as an insight…
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Jan
25
2025
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Economic Assessment Of Interplanetary Trade: A New Macroeconomic And Galactic Frontier – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Economic Assessment Of Interplanetary Trade: A New Macroeconomic And Galactic Frontier – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, International
Economic Assessment of Interplanetary Trade: A New Macroeconomic and Galactic Frontier As the world hurtles towards colonizing Mars and the Moon, a new frontier in interplanetary trade is emerging. This nascent industry promises to revolutionize the global economy, unlocking unprecedented opportunities for growth, innovation, and cooperation. In this assessment, we'll delve into the economic implications of interplanetary trade, exploring the statistics, challenges, and prospects of this burgeoning sector. The Lunar and Martian Markets: A Dual-Frontier OpportunityThe Moon and Mars represent two distinct markets, each with its unique characteristics, challenges, and opportunities. The lunar market is expected to focus on resource…
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Jan
24
2025
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Scars Of The Vestiges Of A Diminished Order: The Inconsistencies Of Lies, Misinformation And Fake News – By Ctz Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (Chief Press Secretary To Gov. Otti)

Scars Of The Vestiges Of A Diminished Order: The Inconsistencies Of Lies, Misinformation And Fake News – By Ctz Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (Chief Press Secretary To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
SCARS OF THE VESTIGES OF A DIMINISHED ORDER: THE INCONSISTENCIES OF LIES, MISINFORMATION AND FAKE NEWS. Written By: Ctz. UKOHA NJOKU UKOHA,The Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor of Abia State. 'When you Fight Corruption, Corruption Must always Fight Back' - Peter Obi. In the run-up to the 2023 Governorship election, Candidate Alex Otti was not only the most qualified, he was the most prepared to return power to the people and use public funds for public good. He was obviously not oblivious of what to expect when he was fighting to unseat and dislodge an entrenched system and…
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Jan
24
2025
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Setting The Records Straight: Governor Otti’s Administration Is On The Right Track – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Setting The Records Straight: Governor Otti’s Administration Is On The Right Track – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Information Technology, Politics
Setting the Record Straight: Governor Otti's Administration is on the Right Track Recent misinformed articles have attempted to tarnish the reputation of Governor Alex Otti's administration in Abia State. As a concerned citizen, I feel compelled to set the record straight and provide a more accurate representation of the governor's accomplishments. First, let's look into the World Bank. Let's be guided when using neo-colonialist paradigms to disparage your governments. These Bretonwood Institutions have their agendas. Their history is ladden with missteps, extortion, errors and outright lies against Africa! Indeed Abia.Remember my article on the tale of two statistics? Here are…
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Jan
24
2025
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FG Approves N4 Billion Conditional Cash Transfer For Vulnerable Households

FG Approves N4 Billion Conditional Cash Transfer For Vulnerable Households

FGN, CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, News Flash
The Federal Government has approved N4bn for conditional cash transfers to vulnerable households in Nigeria. During the launch of the 2025 Nigeria Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan at the United Nations House in Abuja on Thursday, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Professor Nentawe Yilwada, announced the interventions aimed at addressing the country’s deepening humanitarian crisis. This initiative is expected to support at least 10 million displaced households, primarily targeting the most vulnerable members of society. The cash transfer programme is set to commence in February and continue through April, focusing on alleviating the immediate needs of families…
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