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Jan
07
2025
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One Die, Others Injured As Bomb Explosion Hits ABUJA School

One Die, Others Injured As Bomb Explosion Hits ABUJA School

Abuja, Education, Mishap, News Flash
One Die, Others Injured As Bomb Explosion Hits Abuja School An explosion at an Islamiyyah school in the Kuchibiyi community of Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has resulted in the death of one student and left four others critically injured. The tragic incident occurred around noon on Monday, January 6, 2025, sending shockwaves through the community, located approximately 42 kilometers from Abuja’s city centre Emergency response teams, including the police bomb disposal squad, quickly arrived at the scene, and the injured were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention. According to reports, the deceased student may have…
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Jan
07
2025
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EFCC Sacks 27 Officers For Fraudulent Activities, Acts Of Misconduct….

EFCC Sacks 27 Officers For Fraudulent Activities, Acts Of Misconduct….

Crime, News Flash
EFCC Sacks 27 Officers For Fraudulent Activities, Misconduct The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has revealed that 27 officers were sacked from its workforce in 2024 as part of its quest to enforce integrity and rid its fold of fraudulent elements, Spokesperson for EFCC, Dele Oyewale revealed this in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. According to the statement, the EFCC officers were dismissed for various offences bordering on fraudulent activities and misconduct. The statement indicated that they were sacked based on the recommendation of Staff Disciplinary Committee of the EFCC which was ratified by the Commission’s Chairman,…
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Jan
07
2025
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Audit Report Indicts NNPCL Of Diverting N514 Billion

Audit Report Indicts NNPCL Of Diverting N514 Billion

Crime, Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas
Audit Report Indicts NNPCL Of Diverting N514 Billion A report by the office of Nigeria’s Auditor-General has indicted the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for alleged misappropriation of funds and diversion of revenue meant for the Federation in 2021. The indictments are contained in the 2021 Auditor-General’s annual report published in November 2024. The 558-page report was recently submitted to the National Assembly as Nigeria’s Constitution provides. The report shows a troubling blend of questions bordering on misappropriation of funds involving the NNPCL. In one case, the auditor general indicted the state-owned oil firm of unauthorised deductions of N82.9…
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Jan
07
2025
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Pandemic Profiteering: How State Capture Exploits Crisis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Pandemic Profiteering: How State Capture Exploits Crisis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health, International
Pandemic Profiteering: How State Capture Exploits Crises The recent outbreak in China has sparked widespread concern, and as of now, there isn't sufficient information available to provide a comprehensive scientific review with specific statistics, figures, and facts. However, I can provide some general insights and context based on the available data. China has been actively responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, and according to Our World in Data, the country has made significant progress in controlling the spread of the virus ¹. The data shows that China has implemented various measures, including vaccination campaigns, testing, and contact tracing. In terms of…
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Jan
07
2025
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Dancing Naked In Eke Market Square: Investigating The Fact That In Real Terms, Ikpeazu Actually Received More FAAC Allocation Than Otti – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Dancing Naked In Eke Market Square: Investigating The Fact That In Real Terms, Ikpeazu Actually Received More FAAC Allocation Than Otti – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
Dancing Naked in Ekè Market Square: Investigating the fact that in real terms, Ikpeazu actually received more FAAC allocation than Otti! Dancing naked in Ekè Market Square is a metaphorical expression that encapsulates the absurdity of Abia State's opposition. The phrase is derived from the Igbo proverb, "Do not dance naked in the market square, lest you be shamed." In this context, the opposition's criticism of the state government's development efforts is akin to dancing naked – it exposes their own lack of vision and contribution to the state's underdevelopment. The opposition's antics are a manifestation of the legacy of…
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Jan
06
2025
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El-Rufai Breaks Silence Over Defection Rumours To Opposition PDP

El-Rufai Breaks Silence Over Defection Rumours To Opposition PDP

Gossips, News Flash, Politics
El-Rufai Breaks Silence Over Defection Rumours To PDP A former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has dismissed rumours suggesting that he has left the All Progressives Congress to join the opposition Peoples Democratic Party. Reacting to the speculation on his verified X account, formerly Twitter, El-Rufai urged Nigerians to ignore the false reports, describing them as “patent lies.” He also disclosed that he has instructed his lawyers to take legal action against those spreading the misinformation. “Please disregard the patent lies and rumours about my political affiliation. I have referred the lead peddlers of the fake news for further action…
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Jan
06
2025
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Otti’s Leadership: Unlocking New Opportunities For ABIA In 2025 – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D

Otti’s Leadership: Unlocking New Opportunities For ABIA In 2025 – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
Otti's Leadership: Unlocking New Opportunities for Abia in 2025 Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's New Year message for 2025 is a testament to his administration's commitment to transforming Abia State into a hub of socio-economic development and prosperity. Since assuming office on May 29, 2023, Governor Otti has made significant strides in critical sectors such as health, education, agriculture, road construction, and reconstruction. These achievements demonstrate his administration's dedication to improving the lives of Abians and setting the state on a path to greatness. In the health sector, the Otti administration has initiated the renovation of 200 primary healthcare…
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Jan
06
2025
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“China’s Role In The Pandemic: Coincidence Or Conspiracy?” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“China’s Role In The Pandemic: Coincidence Or Conspiracy?” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, International
"China's Role in the Pandemic: Coincidence or Conspiracy?" The COVID-19 pandemic has raised numerous questions about China's involvement and influence on global health matters. Why has China been at the center of multiple global health crises, including SARS and COVID-19? Has China become the dominant financier of the World Health Organization (WHO), and if so, what influence does it have over the WHO's decision-making processes? These questions are crucial in understanding the complexities of the pandemic and China's role in it. China's actions during the pandemic have also sparked concerns about transparency and accountability. What has China stood to gain…
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Jan
06
2025
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The Otti Bump Is Real: Growth In Small And Medium -Sized Enterprises (SMEs) – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Otti Bump Is Real: Growth In Small And Medium -Sized Enterprises (SMEs) – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
The Otti Bump is Real: Growth in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) The streets of Abia State are buzzing with renewed economic activity, thanks to the impactful policies of Governor Alex Otti. From the bustling markets of Ariaria to the industrial hubs of Osisioma, the state is witnessing a remarkable turnaround. Statistics show that over 5,000 new businesses have sprung up in the past year alone, creating jobs and opportunities for thousands of residents. The numbers are telling: Abia State's GDP has grown by 20% in the past two years, outpacing the national average. The state's poverty rate has also…
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Jan
05
2025
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Onion Farmers Reveal Reasons Behind Price Hike

Onion Farmers Reveal Reasons Behind Price Hike

Business, Agriculture, News Flash
Onion Farmers Reveal Reasons Behind Price Hike The Onion Producers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria has attributed the surge in onion prices and scarcity across the country to flooding and climate change. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Lagos, the National President of the Association, Mr Aliyu Isah, outlined the factors behind the rising cost of onions. NAN reports that from the fourth quarter of 2024, onion prices skyrocketed, with a bag selling between N250,000 and N270,000—up from N70,000 to N90,000 in previous months. Similarly, the price of a medium-sized onion bulb rose…
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