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Nov

25

2024

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Warning Against Unauthorized Medical Outreaches And Health Events In ABIA State

Abia State, Good Governance, Health, News Flash

PRESS RELEASE: WARNING AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED MEDICAL OUTREACHES AND HEALTHCARE EVENTS IN ABIA STATE. . The attention of the Ministry of Health Abia State has been drawn to unauthorized delivery of healthcare services and distribution of drugs to the public by uncertified persons under the guise of free medical mission in Abiriba, Ohafia Local Government Area. Those conducting this medical outreach did not seek or obtain approval from the Abia State Ministry of Health. Preliminary reports indicate that medications distributed during this outreach may have caused adverse drug reactions among unsuspecting recipients. Identified victims of these untoward medical events are currently…

Nov

25

2024

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Otti Is Doing Nothing: A FairyTale From A Former ABIA Government That’s Not Proud Of It’s Achievements – By Ferdinand Ekeoma (SA Media & Publicity To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics

OTTI IS DOING NOTHING: A FAIRYTALE FROM A FORMER ABIA GOVERNMENT THAT'S NOT PROUD OF ITS ACHIEVEMENTS In a piece captioned "A Governor Who Knows What He Is Doing", the Spokesman of former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, Onyebuchi Ememanka made a failed and fatal attempt to dismiss the achievements of the Alex Otti led-government in the education sector through a funny comparison with the achievements of Otti's brother-Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Mr. Peter Mba. Because there is a good working relationship between Governor Otti and Governor Mba geared towards driving the economic well-being of the South East, we would…

Nov

25

2024

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Dangote Refinery Jet Fuel Exported To London, Iceland, Other Global Airports

Business, Economy, FGN, News Flash, Oil & Gas

Dangote Refinery Jet Fuel Exported To London, Iceland, Other Global Airports The Dangote Refinery has successfully exported its jet fuel to various international destinations, including airports in Iceland, Tenerife, and London. According to a report by SP Global Commodity Insights, the refinery’s Nigerian-made aviation fuel has reached prominent locations such as Heathrow Airport in the UK, as the petrochemical facility continues to scale up production. The report further highlights that between January and October this year, the majority of the refinery’s supply has been delivered to the Lome transshipment hub off Togo. South Korea has also emerged as the largest…

Nov

25

2024

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NEW EASTERN COMFORT HOTEL REOPENED IN GLAMOUR

Abia State, Business, Good Governance, Hospitality, People & Events

NEW EASTERN COMFORT HOTEL REOPENED AMIDST POP, PAGEANTRY AND GLAMOUR On Sunday 24th November, 2024, guests were gathered at the New Eastern Comfort Hotel, ABA road, Umuahia for it's official re-opening. The event which started by 3.00pm attracted important dignitaries and captains of industries, Traditional rulers, Clergies, from different parts of ABIA State and neighbouring States. MC Nas who was the MC of the event supervised the Ribbon-cutting ceremony with dignitaries, Hotel management and staff. It was followed by a guided tour of the Hotel to showcase their facilities. There were lots of entertainments, merriments and musical performances. Goodwill messages…

Nov

25

2024

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Future Of ABIA State In The World: A Post LGA Election Dissection (Part 2) – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics

Future of Abia State in the World: A Post LGA Election Dissection (Part 2) We certainly live in interesting times. Twenty-four hours ago, I published a detailed analysis on how Abia State operates in the international sphere under Governor Otti's leadership. The article, titled "The Future of Abia State Post LGA Election Dissection Part 1," generated significant pushback from a particular Abia-based platform. Some members of this platform claim to speak the truth and have Abia State's best interests at heart, yet they criticize the government and governor using some times unkind words. Ironically, when I responded in kind, the…

Nov

24

2024

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Economic Hardship: Dangote Reduces Petrol Price

Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas

Dangote Reduces Petrol Price The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from ₦990 per litre to ₦970 per litre for marketers. The announcement was made in a statement issued by Anthony Chiejina, the Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer. The statement read: “As the year comes to an end, this is our way of appreciating the good people of Nigeria for their unwavering support in making the refinery a dream come true. In addition, this is to thank the government for their support, as this will complement the measures put in…

Nov

24

2024

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Bayelsa Government Bans All Ethnic, Tribal Traders’ Associations

Business, News Flash

Bayelsa Government Bans All Ethnic, Tribal Traders’ Associations Bayelsa State government has banned all tribal and ethnic-based traders’ associations operating in Swail and other markets in the state. Accordingly, the state Commissioner of Police has been directed to enforce the order by arresting any person or group of persons who continue to parade themselves as members of such associations at the various markets. The Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, gave the orders on Saturday after receiving a report from the Swali Market Conflict Resolution Committee during a meeting in Yenagoa. Speaking at the meeting which had in attendance a large…

Nov

24

2024

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Seyi Tinubu: Lagos Can’t Serve Father, Son – PDP

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Lagos, News Flash, Politics

Seyi Tinubu: Lagos Won’t Serve Father, Son – PDP The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has declared that citizens would resist any attempts to impose Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, as the next governor of the state. This statement follows recent endorsements of Seyi as a potential successor to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in 2027 by some groups. One of such groups, the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders, issued an endorsement on Tuesday in Owerri, Imo State, suggesting that Seyi would be welcomed to run for governor in Osun or Imo states, where his family is…

Nov

24

2024

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Governor Otti To Rejig Security Architecture, Vows To Deal With Criminals

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Security

GOVERNOR OTTI TO REJIG SECURITY ARCHITECTURE, VOWS TO DEAL WITH CRIMINALS. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says his government has resolved to rejig the security architecture of the State. Addressing the press after an emergency security council meeting in response to the recent attacks on security personnel in the State, Governor Otti said that they have taken a decision to smoke out criminal elements in the State. "We have all sat down to look at the security architecture of the State and I am happy that we have resolved to rejig the security architecture to ensure that something like…

Nov

24

2024

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Northern Elders’ Forum (NEF) Affirm Rejection Of Tax Reform Bill

Economy, FGN, News Flash, Northern Nigeria

Northern Elders Affirm Rejection Of Tax Reform Bill The Northern Elders’ Forum (NEF), on Saturday, November 23, reaffirmed its rejection of the Tax Reform Bill. NEF described it as a policy “conceived in bad faith”, adding that it threatens national cohesion. The group criticised the manner of its implementation, alleging that key stakeholders, including members of the National Economic Council (NEC), were sidelined during the process. The convener of NEF, Professor Ango Abdullahi, in a communique after the forum Board of Trustees’ second bi-annual meeting, in Abuja, warned against policies that could further marginalise the north’s resource potential. The forum…