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Jul

2024

Why ABIA Will Not Join The August 1 Hunger Protest – By Kazie Uko

WHY ABIA WILL NOT JOIN THE AUGUST 1 HUNGER PROTEST By Kazie Uko I am certain that neither the civil servants nor other public and private sector workers, traders and artisans in Abia State will join the march to protest the ravaging hunger in the land across Nigeria. My certainty is not based on the fact that the citizens and residents of Abia are insulated from the economic hardship that has driven Nigerians to the precipice. No, not at all. The hard effect of hunger and anger occasioned by the continuously rising cost of living is a national phenomenon that…

Jul

2024

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Otti’s Patriotism And Dedication: Midwifing A New Era Of Progress In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwu, Ph.D

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

Otti's Patriotism and Dedication: Midwifing a New Era of Progress in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D In the annals of Abia's history, many past leaders have fallen short of demonstrating the level of patriotism and dedication that Governor Otti has shown in his quest to transform the state. His unwavering commitment to the people and the state's development is a testament to his selfless leadership and vision for a brighter future. Since assuming office, Governor Otti has been the driving force behind Abia's transformation, leveraging his vast experience and expertise to midwife a new era of progress in the state. His…

Jul

2024

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President Tinubu Begins Stipend Payments To All Jobless Nigerian Graduates

CBN/Commercial Banking, FGN, News Flash

President Tinubu Begins Stipend Payments To All Jobless Nigerian Graduates President Bola Tinubu’s Government has announced plans to pay monthly stipends to Nigerian graduates who are yet to be employed. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris stated this when he received the Charismatic Bishop Conference on a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja. According to him, President Bola Tinubu is working on a policy, which will see young university and polytechnic unemployed graduates in the country receive stipends. This is pending their formal employment in any sector of the economy. “There is also another new policy…

Jul

2024

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I Have No Cabal Or Sponsors To Compensate – President Tinubu Declares

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I Have No Cabal Or Sponsors To Compensate - Tinubu Declares President Bola Tinubu has allayed fears of manipulation by any interest group in the ongoing economic reforms, saying his campaign was self-sponsored, without strings, or indebtedness to any individual or institution. The President, who received a delegation of Islamic leaders led by Sheikh Bala Lau, at the State House on Thursday, said his victory at the polls was purely by divine intervention, careful planning, and diligence in getting support from Nigerians. “I have no cabal. I have no sponsors. The money I spent on the elections was my personal…

Jul

2024

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FGN Must Focus On Fighting Hunger, Insecurity – Okey Udo, ADP Vice -Presidential Candidate

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, News Flash

Okey Udo, ADP Vice-Presidential candidate: FG must focus on fighting hunger, insecurity Vice Presidential candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) in the 2023 elections, Dr. Okey Okoro Udo, has said that hunger and insecurity are critical issues that need immediate attention. While expressing his fears for the country, he noted that Nigeria’s position as 103 out of 117 countries on the Global Hunger Index underscores the severe food insecurity affecting millions of the citizens. In an interview with VINCENT KALU, the clergyman pointed out that the government’s economic policies have been overshadowed by trial-and-error approaches, such as the abrupt…

Jul

2024

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Witches, Wizards Delayed My Birth – Obasanjo

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Gossips, News Flash

Witches, Wizards Delayed My Birth — Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo revealed on Thursday that his mother, Bernice Obasanjo, carried his pregnancy for 12 months before giving birth to him. He attributed the delay in his birth to the influence of witches and wizards who troubled his mother until divine intervention. According to a statement issued in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, by his media assistant, Kehinde Akinyemi, the former president made this assertion during a drama presentation titled “Aremu omo Asabi.” The event was held to mark the 66th anniversary of his late mother’s passing at the main auditorium…

Jul

2024

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Amidst Planned Protest, FGN Opens N110 Billion Portal For Nigeria Youth Investment Fund

Business, Economy, FGN, News Flash

Amidst Planned Protest, FG Opens N110 Billion Portal For Nigeria Youth Investment Fund See How To Apply Federal Government of Nigeria has opened portal for Nigerian Youth Investment Fund, GISTSMATE MEDIA is reporting. In the application link sighted and checked by our correspondent, NYIF 2024 application is now active and can be accessed via https://www.fmyd.gov.ng/nyif_application Recall that the Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, earlier announced that the portal for the restructured Youth Investment Fund of N110 billion will be accessible in the coming days. The Minister made this announcement during a courtesy visit by the Middle Belt…

Jul

2024

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Submit Your Names, Addresses To Police – IGP Tells Protest Organizers

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Submit Your Names, Addresses To Police - IGP Tells Protest Organisers The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has urged all groups planning to participate in the proposed nationwide protest to submit their details to the Commissioners of Police in their respective states. This initiative, the police chief stated, is intended to ensure a peaceful and incident-free protest. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Friday, Egbetokun acknowledged the constitutional right of Nigerian citizens to peaceful assembly and protest. However, he emphasized the need for prior notification to guarantee public safety and order. Egbetokun said, “To facilitate a successful and incident-free protest,…

Jul

2024

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FCT Police Deploy 4,200 Officers For August 1 Protest

Abuja, FGN, News Flash, Security

FCT Police Deploy 4,200 Officers For August 1 Protest The police command in the federal capital territory (FCT) has deployed 4,200 officers ahead of a nationwide protest scheduled for August. The protest tagged ’10 Days of R@ge’ by organisers, the marches will reportedly commence on August 1. In a statement on Friday, Josephine Adeh, FCT police spokesperson, said the deployment of the officers is “aimed at ensuring public safety, protection of protesters, and preventing protests from being hijacked by non-state actors”.

Jul

2024

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NNPC Recruitment 2024: How To Apply, Available Positions

News Flash, Oil & Gas

NNPC Recruitment 2024: How To Apply, Available Positions The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a range of job vacancies, inviting both fresh graduates and seasoned professionals to apply. The recruitment drive aims to bring in intelligent, motivated individuals to fill various roles within the company. NNPCL has urged interested applicants to submit their applications through its official website, https://careers.nnpcgroup.com. The company has emphasized that it will not be responsible for applications submitted on any other website and reiterated that it does not charge any fees for job application submissions. Below are some of the available positions and…