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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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Jan
24
2025
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Mass Deportation: US Targets Churches, Mosques, Schools, Hospitals

Mass Deportation: US Targets Churches, Mosques, Schools, Hospitals

International, News Flash, World News
Mass Deportation: US Targets Churches, Mosques, Schools, Hospitals The United States immigration authorities have been granted the ability to arrest individuals at schools, churches, and hospitals following President Donald Trump administration’s reversal of policies that previously classified these locations as off-limits for enforcement. The policy change ends more than a decade of restrictions that protected these “sensitive areas.” The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, announced the change in a statement, emphasising the importance of eliminating spaces where individuals could evade arrest. “Criminals will no longer be able to hide in…
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Jan
24
2025
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Yahaya Bello, Gov. Ododo Visit FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

Yahaya Bello, Gov. Ododo Visit FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

Abuja, News Flash, Politics
Yahaya Bello, Gov Ododo Visit FCT Minister Wike In Abuja The former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, visited the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, at his Abuja residence on Thursday afternoon. Bello was accompanied by his successor and current Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo. The visit was disclosed in a statement by the minister’s spokesman, Lere Olayinka, on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday. While no official reason for the visit has been provided, there is speculation that it may be an attempt to forge new alliances with key members of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. This was the…
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Jan
23
2025
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Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association of Nigeria Visits ABIA State Commissioner Of Women Affairs

Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association of Nigeria Visits ABIA State Commissioner Of Women Affairs

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Women Affairs
Enyioma Hon. Kalu Mba Nwoke (Etiokwe), Member Representing Ohafia South State Constituency In Abia House Of Assembly as well as Patron of the group in company with the Global Founder/President Enyioma High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju David-Ayegba and National Exco of Enyioma Ohafia Women Worldwide paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Commissioner For Women Affairs, yesterday 22/01/2025 at her office. The visit was to familiarize with the commission, for future collaborations. The Association's President Enyioma High Chief Lolo Rachael Ukeje, who led the powerful delegation, amongst other executives and key members of Enyioma Umuahia branch, thanked the commissioner for her…
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Jan
23
2025
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A New Term, A New Trade Agenda: President Trump’s Second Term – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A New Term, A New Trade Agenda: President Trump’s Second Term – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs
A New Term, A New Trade Agenda: President Trump's Second Term Donald Trump's presidency was marked by a significant shift in US trade policy, characterized by the imposition of tariffs on goods from various regions, including North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Trump's "America First" approach aimed to protect US industries and reduce the country's trade deficit. However, the tariffs had far-reaching consequences, sparking trade wars, diverting global supply chains, and impacting economies worldwide. The effects of Trump's tariffs were felt across the globe, with each region experiencing unique challenges and opportunities. In North and South America, the…
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Jan
23
2025
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A Message From Grateful Nation To OGBAKO IKWERE, Etc

A Message From Grateful Nation To OGBAKO IKWERE, Etc

Columns/Opinions/Letters, South East
A MESSAGE FROM GRATEFUL NATION TO ÓGBAKÓ IKWERE , etc. The Ikwere Igbo Nation is at a crossroads, with Senator Mbata and Wike representing two differing ideologies that threaten to divide the community. It's essential to recognize that both the conservative elites, led by Senator Mbata, and the radical extremist groups, associated with Wike, have their own identities and values that they fiercely guard. However, it's crucial to acknowledge that these differences don't have to lead to division and antagonism. Instead, I urge both groups to strive for coexistence and mutual respect. This means recognizing the validity of each other's…
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Jan
23
2025
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Ekweremadu’s Wife Returns To Nigeria After Release From UK Prison

Ekweremadu’s Wife Returns To Nigeria After Release From UK Prison

News Flash, Security
Ekweremadu’s Wife Returns To Nigeria After Release From UK Prison Beatrice Ekweremadu, the wife of Ike Ekweremadu former deputy senate president, has been released from prison in the United Kingdom and is now back in Nigeria, reports are saying. According to reports, the lawmaker’s wife returned on Tuesday to celebration and prayers for her husband’s safe return. Beatrice and her husband were convicted for charges bothering on organ harvesting and trafficking in May 2023. The couple had attempted to buy a kidney off a young Nigerian boy to make him a donor to their daughter Sophia. Beatrice, Ike, and one…
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Jan
23
2025
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World University Rankings 2025: Covenant, ABU Emerge Top In Nigeria (See Full List)

World University Rankings 2025: Covenant, ABU Emerge Top In Nigeria (See Full List)

Education, FGN, News Flash
World University Rankings 2025: Covenant, ABU Emerge Top In Nigeria (Full List) Covenant University (CU) has again been listed as Nigeria’s overall best university in Times Higher Education (THE) 2025 Rankings. In the 2025 rankings, the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria came second, displacing the University of Ibadan which occupied the position for the 2024 rankings. The Times Higher Education World Rankings is a comprehensive global ranking of universities published annually. The 2025 rankings THE said it ranked more than 2,000 institutions from 115 countries and territories. Globally, Oxford holds on to the top spot for the ninth consecutive year, bolstered…
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