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Sep

2024

‘Efforts To Silence Us Will Fail’ – NLC President Says, Sets To Honour Police Invitation

‘Efforts To Silence Us Will Fail’ – NLC President Says, Sets To Honour Police Invitation President of Nigeria Labour Congress , NLC, Joe Ajaero, has said all efforts to intimidate and silence organised labour would fail. The labour leader also said he would on Wednesday, September 25, honour the last police invitation extended to him. Recall that Ajaero had in recent times been under the radar of security agencies, especially the Police and the Department of State Services, DSS. However, speaking to some workers and union officials in Lagos, Ajaero said: “Recently, I was arrested and detained by the state,…

Sep

2024

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President Tinubu Orders Crackdown On ‘Yahoo Boys’, Other Cyber Criminals

Crime, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu Orders Crackdown On ‘Yahoo Boys’, Other Cyber Criminals President Bola Tinubu has issued a fresh directive to security agencies to go after cyber criminals and other organized crime groups in the country. This was made known by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy in a statement on Sunday. According to the statement, President Tinubu said security and law enforcement agencies — including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), must intensify efforts in cracking down on individuals…

Sep

2024

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ABSG Reaffirms It’s Commitment To Supporting Every Effort Aimed At Enhancing Security In The State

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Security

ABSG REAFFIRMS IT'S COMMITMENT TO SUPPORTING EVERY EFFORT AIMED AT ENHANCING SECURITY IN THE STATE. Àbia State Government has reaffirmed it's commitment to providing necessary resources and infrastructure that will enhance the capabilities of security agencies in Àbia State. This was disclosed by the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, while speaking in an event organized by the Police Community Relations Committee(PCRC) meant for the unveiling of their proposed Administrative block and award presentation to credible individuals. In his words, "the Government of Abia State will continue to work closely with the police, the Police Community Relations…

Sep

2024

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President Tinubu Breaks Silence On Outcome Of Edo Governorship Election

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

President Tinubu Breaks Silence On Outcome Of Edo Guber Election President Bola Tinubu has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting what he termed a successful, peaceful, and largely hitch-free governorship election in Edo State. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, on his victory. “I commend INEC and our security agencies for their tireless efforts,” Tinubu said. “INEC has once again demonstrated its commitment to organizing free and fair elections in our country.” President Tinubu praised APC national…

Sep

2024

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APC’s Okpebholo Wins Edo Governorship Election

News Flash, Politics

APC’s Okpebholo Wins Edo Governorship Election The All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared winner of the Saturday governorship election in Edo State. The APC candidate, Monday Okpebholo, was declared winner by the Returning Officer, the Vice-chancellor of the Federal University Of Technology, Minna, Prof. Faruk Adamu Kuta. Okpebholo polled 291,667 votes to defeat his arch rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who secured 247,274 votes. The Labour Party candidate, Olumide Akpata, came distant third with 22,763 votes. The APC won in 11 local government areas while the PDP won seven. The APC won the six local…

Sep

2024

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Foundational Learning And Literacy In ABIA State: Celebrating The Successful Conclusion Of The 2,000 Master Trainers Program Under Dr. Alex Chioma Otti’s Administration – By Kenechukwu Nwosu(SA, Education To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, News Flash

FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING AND LITERACY IN ABIA STATE: CELEBRATING THE SUCCESSFUL CONCLUSION OF THE 2,000 MASTER TRAINERS PROGRAM UNDER DR. ALEX CHIOMA OTTI'S ADMINISTRATION. Today, September 21st, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing educational reforms under the leadership of Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR. With the successful conclusion of the training of 2,000 Master Trainers, Abia State is setting a new standard in foundational learning and literacy. This groundbreaking program is a testament to the Governor’s unwavering commitment to improving education across the state, equipping educators with advanced pedagogical techniques, and ultimately strengthening the foundation of learning for…

Sep

2024

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EdoDecides2024: APC Speaks Over Viral Election Results In Circulation

News Flash, Politics

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a statement warning the public to disregard circulating reports of fake vote tallies in the ongoing Edo State Gubernatorial Election. According to Felix Morka, Esq., National APC Publicity Secretary on Saturday night these reports are bogus and highly speculative. The APC clarified that ward-level collation is still underway and local government-level collation has yet to begin in most areas. “We urge the Edo state electorate and the general public to disregard these bogus and highly speculative reports. Our great Party wishes to clarify that collation at the Ward level is still ongoing and…

Sep

2024

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Building Capacity To Support Sustainable Development Activities: A Case Study Of ABIA State – Presented By Dr. Alex Otti OFR @ An International Conference In U.K

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, International, News Flash

BUILDING CAPACITY TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES: A CASE STUDY OF ABIA STATE. PRESENTED BY THE GOVERNOR OF ABIA STATE, HIS EXCELLENCY DR ALEX C. OTTI, OFR, AT THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON HUMAN RIGHTS, SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE SCHOOL OF LAW, UNIVERSITY OF BUCKINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM. Evolution of Development.1.1. Historical evolution of development concepts, focusing on living conditions, social justice, and governance: Development is an ever-present idea that continues to evolve as human society reaches new possibilities and comes to a new sense of awareness of its strengths, opportunities and environmental advantages. The theory of development has preoccupied…

Sep

2024

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EdoDecides2024: I Won’t Take Bribes No Matter How Much – INEC

News Flash, Politics

The Independent National Electoral Commission National Commissioner in charge of Edo, Prof. Rhoda Gumus, has promised not to collect bribes during the ongoing state governorship election. In an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Friday, Gumus asserted that nobody would dare approach her with a bribe because of her reputation. The INEC Commissioner added that the commission will conduct the Edo governorship election in a free, fair and credible manner, adding that it would be the best conducted. She said, “I am in charge of Edo. I want to do the right thing, even though I will not be…

Sep

2024

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Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association Felicitates With Their Founder/Global President Enyioma Hon High Chief Mrs Racheal Ezinne Ukeju On Her Birthday

Abia North, News Flash, Personality

Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association Felicitates With Their Founder/Global President Enyioma Hon High Chief Mrs Racheal Ezinne Ukeju On Her Birthday. As we celebrate you today our great leader, our prayer is that God will continue to direct your path in all you do and crown your efforts with success. May this year's birthday bring forth happiness, joy and extravagant grace of God. And may God Continue to grant you extra wisdom to manage the affairs of our great Association. We are very pleased to be Associated with you. Congratulations! Enjoy your day.