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Feb

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2025

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I Won’t Join Issues With You – NSA Ribadu Tells El-Rufai

News Flash, Politics

I Won’t Join Issues With You – NSA Ribadu Tells El-Rufai National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has urged former Kaduna Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, to exclude him from his political battles so that he focus on his national assignment. Ribadu’s reaction comes in response to comments by El-Rufai during a television interview on Monday evening where he alleged that the NSA harbours ambitions to run for presidency in 2031 and intends to eliminate northern contenders ahead of time. In a statement he posted on his social media platforms on Tuesday, Ribadu dismissed the claims and insisted he would…

Feb

25

2025

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Otti: When Blackmail, Falsehood Fail To Eclipse Progress In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

Otti: When Blackmail, Falsehood Fail to Eclipse Progress in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti has demonstrated exceptional leadership in rebuilding Abia State, which was previously mismanaged by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). His administration has developed a comprehensive framework to transform Abia into a prosperous and developed state. This framework underscores Governor Otti's preparedness to reposition Abia on the path of development, sustainable socio-economic growth, and prosperity. In less than two years, Governor Otti has made significant progress in various sectors, including infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and agriculture. His commitment to transparency and accountability has earned him widespread…

Feb

25

2025

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JAMB Shuts Door On Registration Deadline Extension

Education, News Flash

JAMB Shuts Door On Registration Deadline Extension The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reaffirmed that the registration deadline for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) remains March 8, with no plans for an extension. The Board’s Spokesperson, Dr Fabian Benjamin, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, stressing that the registration window, which commenced on Feb. 3, will close as scheduled. “This deadline has been clearly communicated in all advertisements and the official calendar for the 2025 UTME exercise,” Benjamin stated. He urged prospective candidates to complete their registration promptly to avoid last-minute complications.…

Feb

25

2025

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Meet The Fastest Footballers In The World 2025

Football, Sports, World News

Meet The Fastest Footballers in The World 2025 Speed is one of the most exhilarating attributes in football. It can transform defense into attack in seconds, leave defenders struggling to keep up, create unforgettable moments for fans, and even alter the outcome of a sports betting slip in an instant. In 2025, some of the fastest players in history have been lighting up the pitch with their blistering pace. Here’s a look at the top 10 speedsters in the game today and how their rapid acceleration has wreaked havoc on opponents. Micky van de Ven (37.38 km/h) Tottenham’s Dutch sensation…

Feb

25

2025

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Teachers Rejoice: Governor Otti’s Administration Brings Joy And Development As Abia State Prepares For AbiaFirst Initiative Tomorrow – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance

Teachers Rejoice: Governor Otti's Administration Brings Joy and Development as Abia State prepares for AbiaFirst Initative tomorrow Governor Alex Otti's administration is gearing up for a major program tomorrow - AbiaFirst, focusing on upgrading Abia State's educational system. As part of this effort, my team and I travelled from Abuja collaborated with local teams in Abia State to assess the current state of education. Due to financial constraints, they concentrated on Ohafia Local Government, surveying four schools and interviewing teachers, spending an average of 72 minutes per respondent. The team gathered insightful feedback, including a heartfelt tribute from Mrs. Victoria…

Feb

25

2025

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Demonstration Ministry Worldwide Presents: Throughout The Year 2025 25 Minutes ONLINE Prayer Ministrations With Pastor Emeka Onwuaka & Others

Religion, News Flash

Good morning folks. We are here again this year. Join us for the first 25 minutes online special prayer meeting this year 2025, using this google meet link:-https://meet.google.com/vux-crwc-tys. Just click on the link and you are connected. See you today Tuesday 25.02.2025 by 8:25pm. God bless you.

Feb

25

2025

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Tales Of A Money Heist: The Drowned Former Finance Commissioner And His Desperation To Stay Afloat – By Miracle Chukwunenye (Media Aide To Governor Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

TALES OF A MONEY HEIST: THE DROWNED FORMER FINANCE COMMISSIONER AND HIS DESPERATION TO STAY AFLOAT. "The guilty always seek to condemn the innocent, for in doing so, they justify their own guilt" ~ Miracle Chukwunenye Here in Abia, a former commissioner of finance under the Ikpeazu-led administration has proven the above quote to be true. In his desperation to vilify the efforts of Governor Alex Otti's administration, he is seen daily dancing naked in the streets of shame, guilt, and public opprobrium, just to make a point and disparage the New Abia administration. But, in fact, each time he…

Feb

24

2025

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Again, Multi choice Increases DSTV, GOtv Prices(See List)

Business, News Flash, Telecommunications

Again, Multichoice Increases DStv, GOtv Prices (See List) Multichoice is set to increase the prices of its DStv and GOtv packages effective from March 1, 2025. This was disclosed in a statement to its customers on Monday. The statement titled, “Price adjustments for DStv and GOtv packages,” read, “Dear Customer, please note that effective 1 March 2025, there will be a price adjustment on all DStv packages. “This is to enable us to continue to offer our customers world-class homegrown and international content, delivered through the best technology.” This is coming almost one year after its last price review. According…

Feb

24

2025

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Tinubu Appointing His ‘Boys’ – El-Rufai

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality, Politics

Tinubu Appointing His ‘Boys’ – El-Rufai Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, has criticised the appointments made by President Bola Tinubu since assuming office. Speaking on Monday during an interview on Arise TV, El-Rufai said Tinubu is only appointing his ‘boys’ from Lagos into political offices. El-Rufai said: “The president’s appointments are not being made because the appointees are Yoruba, but because they are his own boys. Most of the appointments do not even reasonably cover the South-West. “So people should stop confusing the truth. The appointments are not balanced. Yes, definitely, definitely, right? You cannot argue that, but…

Feb

24

2025

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Prerogative Of Mercy: Newly Inaugurated Gov. Aiyedatiwa Of Indo Pardons 43 Prisoners

Crime, News Flash, Politics, Security, South West

INAUGURATION : GOV AIYEDATIWA PARDONS 43 PRISONERS In a significant act of compassion and justice, the Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has announced the extension of grace and mercy to 43 convicts. This follows the recommendations of the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, chaired by the State Attorney General and Commisoner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN. This momentous decision was made to commemorate Governor Aiyedatiwa’s swearing-in today, reflecting his commitment to reformative justice and humane governance. As part of this initiative, the Governor has ordered the outright release of 8 individuals who were…