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Nov
09
2024
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FGN: Economic Reforms Now In Results Delivery State – Wale Edun

FGN: Economic Reforms Now In Results Delivery State – Wale Edun

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, FGN, News Flash
Economic Reforms Now In Results Delivery Stage – FG The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has announced that President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies have now reached the result-delivery stage. The minister made this known on Thursday evening at an interactive session with the Senate Committee on Finance at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja. He further expressed appreciation for Nigerians’ endurance with the side effects of the economic reforms, which, according to him, have begun to yield results. According to Edun, the initial challenges from the reforms are behind Nigerians, with positive indicators for better…
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Nov
09
2024
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Trivializing Opposition Politics: Criticizing Gov. Otti For Sleeping In The Night And Waking Up In The Morning – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Trivializing Opposition Politics: Criticizing Gov. Otti For Sleeping In The Night And Waking Up In The Morning – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
TRIVIALISING OPPOSITION POLITICS: Criticising Gov. Otti for Sleeping in the Night and Waking up in the Morning. Few days ago, the motorcade conveying the remains of the First Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, OON, made a brief stop at Umuahia, the Abia State Capital for a commendation Inter-denominational service. The venue was at International Conference Centre, Umuahia built during the tenure of Dr. T. A. Orji as the Executive Governor of Abia State and renamed Ochendo International Conference Centre by the immediate past Governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu. On the same stage, the Executive Governor…
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Nov
09
2024
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Former VP Osinbajo Advises Tinubu Amid Economic Hardship

Former VP Osinbajo Advises Tinubu Amid Economic Hardship

Economy, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash
Former VP Osinbajo Tells Tinubu What To Amid Economic Hardship Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged President Bola Tinubu to focus on improving Nigerians’ welfare as the country grapples with significant economic challenges. Speaking at the 2024 Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ) conference, Osinbajo highlighted the urgent need for social welfare programs and accessible healthcare as Nigerians struggle with rising costs in essentials like food, transportation, and housing. “The cost of living is overwhelming Nigerians’ hope for survival,” Osinbajo remarked. He emphasized the growing issue of food insecurity, particularly affecting children, and called for stronger support…
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Nov
09
2024
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No Law Prohibits Prosecution Of Minors In Nigeria – AGF Fagbemi

No Law Prohibits Prosecution Of Minors In Nigeria – AGF Fagbemi

FGN, Judiciary, News Flash
No Law Prohibits Prosecution Of Minors In Nigeria – AGF Fagbemi The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) has argued that no law exists in the country that prohibits the prosecution of minors. Fagbemi said, given the offence with which they were charged, the recent arraignment of some protesters, including some minors, charged with treason, was not inappropriate as claimed in some quarters. He said: “Let me seize this opportunity to clarify something. There is a misconception that, because these (some of those arraigned) are children and minors, various theories have surfaced. “No law…
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Nov
09
2024
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ABSG Vows To Prosecute Pension Fraud Syndicates, Directs Correction Of Errors In Payment Of Minimum Wage

ABSG Vows To Prosecute Pension Fraud Syndicates, Directs Correction Of Errors In Payment Of Minimum Wage

Abia State, Crime, Good Governance, News Flash
ABSG VOWS TO PROSECUTE PENSION FRAUD SYNDICATES, DIRECTS CORRECTION OF ERRORS IN PAYMENT OF MINIMUM WAGE. Abia State Government has vowed to prosecute all those civil servants suspected to be involved in the pension fund fraud scheme recently. Governor Alex Otti made this public while speaking at Government House, Umuahia during the monthly media chat tagged "Dr Alex Otti Speaks to Abians". He said that the government would continue with its efforts to sanitize the civil service and stressed that tolerance for corruption is zero. The Governor disclosed that once his government got convincing information of the pension fraud syndicate,…
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Nov
09
2024
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EFCC Arrests Chinese Brothers, 2 Others Over Attempt To Export Solid Minerals To China Illegally

EFCC Arrests Chinese Brothers, 2 Others Over Attempt To Export Solid Minerals To China Illegally

Crime, Economy, FGN
EFCC Arrests Chinese Brothers, 2 Others Over Attempt To Export Solid Minerals To China Illegally Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested two Chinese brothers for allegedly attempting to export some solid minerals to China without requisite permit. The Chinese brothers, Jiang Wang and Richard Wang were arrested alongside two Nigerians, Donatus Agupusi and Michael Benneth Agu in Enugu, according to a statement posted on the EFCC’s Facebook page on Friday. The statement said the Chinese brothers were arrested at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu while the two Nigerians were arrested at the Enugu…
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Nov
09
2024
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Late Stella’s Death Was Very Painful, She Secured My Release From Prison – Obasanjo

Late Stella’s Death Was Very Painful, She Secured My Release From Prison – Obasanjo

News Flash, Personality, True Life Story
How Late Stella Secured My Release From Prison – Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has reminisced on his time in prison and the incredible efforts his late wife, Stella, made to secure his release. Speaking during the inauguration of the 250-bed Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin, Obasanjo revealed how his late wife travelled extensively, visiting places like Vatican City and France, to plead for his freedom. “My late wife went everywhere to ensure that I came out of prison alive. She was in Vatican City, France, and other parts of the world. I had it all coming out of prison.…
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Nov
08
2024
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Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration With PCRC To Enhance Community Security

Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration With PCRC To Enhance Community Security

Abia State, Crime, News Flash, Security
Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration with PCRC to Enhance Community Security Today, 7/11/2024 The Commissioner of Police Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, met with the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), led by the state Chairman Chief Iheanyi Igboañulam (Kpakpando Ndigbo Dum), at the Command Headquarters. CP Danladi emphasized the importance of community policing, and encouraged ongoing partnership between PCRC and the police. He assured that officers have been strategically placed to address security concerns of the state, and urged the reporting of crimes without bias. He further highlighted that all complaints should be directed appropriately. PCRC members expressed…
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Nov
08
2024
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No Shop Owner Will Lose His/Her Shop In The Ongoing Remodeling Of Ariaria International Market, Ekeoma Market And Others – Governor Otti Assures

No Shop Owner Will Lose His/Her Shop In The Ongoing Remodeling Of Ariaria International Market, Ekeoma Market And Others – Governor Otti Assures

Abia State, Business, Good Governance, News Flash
NO SHOP OWNER WILL LOSE HIS/HER SHOP IN THE ONGOING REMODELING OF ARIARIA INTERNATIONAL MARKET, EKEOHA MARKET AND OTHERS, GOVERNOR OTTI ASSURES. Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured that no shop owner in the A-line section of the Ariaria International Market and Ekeoha Market undergoing remodeling will lose his/her shop when the shops will be reallocated on completion. The Governor gave the assurance on Wednesday Nov. 5th, when he received in audience a delegation of the National Association of Nigeria Traders (NANs) in his office. According to Governor Otti, every shop owner should be given right of…
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