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Nov
30
2024
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Former G-5 Governors Ikpeazu, Ugwuanyi, Sarki Make Tinubu’s Ambassadorial List

Former G-5 Governors Ikpeazu, Ugwuanyi, Sarki Make Tinubu’s Ambassadorial List

FGN, Gossips, News Flash, Politics
Former G-5 Governors Ikpeazu, Ugwuanyi, Sarki Make Tinubu’s Ambassadorial List Former governors Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State have been shortlisted for ambassadorial appointments by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This was exposed by Jackson Ude, a US-based Nigerian investigative journalist, who broke the news via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle. Ude had posted names of those likely to be ambassadorial appointees, including Ikpeazu and Ugwuanyi, with Fola Adeola, Bayero, Usman Sarki, and Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire. He addressed the former governors as “Ambassador Okezie Ikpeazu” and “Ambassador Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi”, indicating that their inclusion in the list…
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Nov
30
2024
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Court Throws Out Bobrisky’s N200 Million Rights Suits Against EFCC

Court Throws Out Bobrisky’s N200 Million Rights Suits Against EFCC

News Flash, Human Rights, Judiciary
Court Throws Out Bobrisky’s N200 Million Rights Suit Against EFCC The Federal High Court in Lagos State has struck out a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by crossdresser, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, also known as Bobrisky, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a judgment delivered on Thursday, November 28, 2024, Justice Alexander Owoeye ruled that Bobrisky’s claims of rights violations lacked merit, citing insufficient evidence to justify the reliefs sought. Bobrisky had asked the court for a perpetual injunction to restrain the EFCC from harassing, arresting, or detaining him. He also sought N200 million in damages for alleged…
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Nov
30
2024
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Gov. Otti Attends The Silver Jubilee Celebration Of The Honourable Commissioner For Local Government And Chieftaincy Affairs And His Amiable Wife

Gov. Otti Attends The Silver Jubilee Celebration Of The Honourable Commissioner For Local Government And Chieftaincy Affairs And His Amiable Wife

Birthday, Abia State, News Flash, People & Events
GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI ATTENDS THE SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF THE HONOURABLE COMMISSIONER FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CHIEFTAINCY AFFAIRS AND HIS AMIABLE WIFE. November 28th, Governor Alex Otti, OFR, Honored the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs Sir, Prince Uzor Nwachukwu and his wife with his presence as they celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. Sir Uzor Nwachukwu also used the event to mark his birthday and launched a book he co-authored with Evang. Okechukwu Peter Nwachukwu. Speaking during the event, Governor Otti described Uzor Nwachukwu as a good man who has chosen to serve God. He commended him for remembering…
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Nov
30
2024
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Gov. Otti Receives A Team Of Agro-Investment Group For The Execution Of USD120 Million MOU With The State

Gov. Otti Receives A Team Of Agro-Investment Group For The Execution Of USD120 Million MOU With The State

Abia State, Agriculture, Good Governance, News Flash
GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI RECEIVES A TEAM OF AGRO-INVESTMENT GROUP FOR THE EXECUTION OF USD120 MILLION MOU WITH THE STATE. On Thursday, 28th November, 2024, His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Abia State State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR received in audience the delegation from Nimbel Shaw, led by the Director, Mr. Junaid Hakeem Bello-Osagie who were in the State to execute an MoU with the State for a US$120m investment in oil palm value chain Nimbel Shaw is an Oil Palm Company based in Nigeria but are in partnership with PHC (Plantations et Huileries du Congo), the largest palm plantation…
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Nov
30
2024
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Abia Media Day 2024: Set To Celebrate Media Excellence, Discuss Challenges, Empower Future Leaders

Abia Media Day 2024: Set To Celebrate Media Excellence, Discuss Challenges, Empower Future Leaders

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Empowerment, Good Governance, People & Events
Abia Media Day 2024: Set to Celebrate Media Excellence, Discuss Challenges, Empower Future Leaders The media landscape in Abia State is set for a transformative experience as the highly anticipated Abia Media Day 2024 approaches. Themed “Celebrating the Voice of Abia, Empowering the Future of Media,” this prestigious event will unite media professionals, industry stakeholders, and leaders to honor the significant role of media in shaping Abia’s socio-economic development. Key Event Details Date: December 7, 2024Morning Summit: 10 AM at Rapha Hotel, UmuahiaEvening Hangout: 8 PM at De Latinos, Umuahia The event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive…
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Nov
30
2024
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Who Does Aba Trade With?: A Closer Analysis Of ABIA GDP And Economic Performance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Who Does Aba Trade With?: A Closer Analysis Of ABIA GDP And Economic Performance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy
Who does Aba Trade with? Abia's Trade DataNigeria's economic landscape is characterized by a significant nominal GDP of $199.72 billion as of Q3 2024, ranking the country 53rd globally. However, when considering purchasing power parity (PPP), Nigeria's GDP stands at an impressive $1.44 trillion, propelling the country to the 27th position worldwide. A closer examination of Nigeria's GDP statistics reveals a growth rate of 3.19% as of Q2 2024, indicating a steady expansion of the country's economy. Furthermore, the GDP per capita stands at $1,109 (nominal) and $6,320 (PPP) in 2024, providing insight into the standard of living and purchasing…
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Nov
29
2024
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FRSC To Revoke Licences, Prosecute Drivers Involved In Fatal Crashes

FRSC To Revoke Licences, Prosecute Drivers Involved In Fatal Crashes

FGN, Mishap, News Flash
FRSC To Revoke Licences, Prosecute Drivers Involved In Fatal Crashes The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced plans to revoke the licences of drivers and fleet operators involved in fatal road crashes and prosecute them as part of efforts to improve road safety. The FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, issued the warning on Thursday in Abuja during the annual Safety Manager Retreat themed “Driver Management: Enhancing Safety Through Technology.” Our correspondent reports that the retreat aims to educate Safety Managers on updates in the Road Transport Safety Standardization Scheme (RTSSS) to promote best practices in fleet operations. Mohammed…
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Nov
29
2024
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Providing Jobs Not My Ministry’s Responsibility – Labour Minister

Providing Jobs Not My Ministry’s Responsibility – Labour Minister

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash
Providing Jobs Not My Ministry’s Responsibility – Labour Minister The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, on Thursday, said Nigerians expecting his ministry to provide jobs would be disappointed because it is not part of their mandate. The minister made the clarification at the annual conference of the Federal Capital Territory chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations While highlighting that his ministry is mindful of Nigeria’s enormous youth population and the need to ensure that they are gainfully engaged, Dingyadi emphasised that the provision of employment for them was not their responsibility. According to the former minister…
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