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Oct
01
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Independence Day Message To Nigerian Workers From NLC

Independence Day Message To Nigerian Workers From NLC

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, Labour, News Flash
Independence Day: NLC Sends Message To Nigerian Workers The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged “downtrodden Nigerians who bear the marks or burden of broken promises, exploitation and corruption not to give up hope on their country.” President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero said this in a statement to workers and Nigerians on independence day on Monday. The statement reads: “On the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary celebration, we congratulate all Nigerians, especially workers for their sacrifice, resilience or robust spirit in spite of serial acts of betrayal of monumental proportions by the political leadership at various times and…
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Oct
01
2024
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Pan Ohafia Stakeholders Resolve Next Elected Ohafia LGA Mayor Will Come From Ohafia Ofurishi, Issues Press Release

Pan Ohafia Stakeholders Resolve Next Elected Ohafia LGA Mayor Will Come From Ohafia Ofurishi, Issues Press Release

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
PAN OHAFIA MEETING COMMUNIQUE ISSUED BY PAN OHAFIA MEETING AT THE END OF HER MEETING WITH THE HIS EXCELLENCY ,ENGR.IKECHUKWU EMETU , FNSE, THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR OF ABIA STATE HELD ON THURSDAY 26 SEPTEMBER, 2024 AT THE GOVERNMENT HOUSE UMUAHIA.ABIA STATE. Preamble: The Ohafia Improvement Union Incorporated, the umbrella body of all organizations in Ohafia, led members of Pan Ohafia group comprising executive members of Council of Ohafia Monarchs and Ohafia Traditional Rulers Council to meet with His Excellency ,Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE on Thursday 26 September 2024, at Government House ,Umuahia Abia State After frantic discussions on the current…
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Sep
30
2024
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House Of Reps Bar Journalists From Covering Bobrisky, VeryDarkMan And EFCC Hearing

House Of Reps Bar Journalists From Covering Bobrisky, VeryDarkMan And EFCC Hearing

Crime, National Assembly, News Flash
Reps Bar Journalists From Covering Bobrisky, VeryDarkMan And EFCC Hearing The Nigerian House of Representatives has barred journalists from covering the investigative hearing involving Idris Okuneye (aka Bobrisky), Martins Otse (aka VeryDarkMan) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Allegations of bribery have been levelled against the EFCC in the case of money laundry charge against Bobrisky. The allegations emanated from VeryDarkMan (VDM), a social media influencer. The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) was also fingered in the disturbing allegations by VDM. It was alleged that the EFCC dropped money laundering charges filed against Bobrisky upon collection of the sum…
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Sep
30
2024
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Just-In: Kekere-Ekun Sworn In As Substantive Chief Justice Of Nigeria

Just-In: Kekere-Ekun Sworn In As Substantive Chief Justice Of Nigeria

Judiciary, News Flash, Presidency
Kekere-Ekun Sworn In As Substantive Chief Justice Of Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Justice Kudirat Kekere-ekun as the substantive 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria. The swearing in ceremony, which held in the Council Chambers of the State House, followed the confirmation of Justice Kekere-ekun by the Senate last Wednesday. The ceremony was witnessed by three of Kekere-ekun’s predecessors, including Justice Alooma Muktar, Justice Mahmud Mohammed, Justice Walter Onnoghen and Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. Also in the Chambers are her family members as well as the other justices of the Supreme Court.
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Sep
30
2024
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“They Will Need It Soon”: Fubara Gives Reason For Approving Psychiatric Hospital In Wike’s LG

“They Will Need It Soon”: Fubara Gives Reason For Approving Psychiatric Hospital In Wike’s LG

News Flash, Politics
“They Will Need it Soon”: Fubara Approves Psychiatric Hospital in Wike’s LG, Gives Reason. Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the construction of a modern psychiatric hospital in Obi Akpor Local Government Area, escalating his ongoing feud with Nyesom Wike. Wike, the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, has vowed to teach Fubara a political lesson, accusing him of betrayal. In response, Fubara highlighted his achievements, asserting that his one-year performance surpasses the previous administration's eight years. In a move that has stirred the political waters of Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the construction of a modern psychiatric hospital in…
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Sep
30
2024
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World Bank Approves $1.57Billion Loan In Financing For Nigeria

World Bank Approves $1.57Billion Loan In Financing For Nigeria

CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, FGN, News Flash
World Bank Approves $1.57 Billion Loan For Nigeria The World Bank has approved three new loan requests totalling $1.57bn in financing for Nigeria. According to a statement released on Monday, the approval is to support the Federal Government in strengthening human capital through better health for women, children and adolescents. It added that the approved projects would also help build resilience to the effect of climate change such as floods and drought through improving dams safety and irrigation. The statement read, “The World Bank has today approved three operations for a total of $1.57bn to support the Government of Nigeria…
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Sep
30
2024
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Decisions Of The State Working Committee Of Young Progressive Party (YPP), ABIA State Chapter On The Forthcoming Local Government Elections In ABIA State.

Decisions Of The State Working Committee Of Young Progressive Party (YPP), ABIA State Chapter On The Forthcoming Local Government Elections In ABIA State.

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
DECISIONS OF THE STATE WORKING COMMITTEE OF YOUNG PROGRESSIVES PARTY ( YPP) ABIA STATE CHAPTER ON THE FORTHCOMING LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS IN ABIA STATE. In deep realization of the importance of working together and consolidating ourselves towards ensuring victory at the polls in the forthcoming LG elections in the state, the apex leadership of the party in the state hereby resolve the following after a crucial meeting: 1.That Young Progressives Party in the state will participate fully in the forthcoming elections; 2.That The cost of obtaining nomination forms and their categories are as follows: (a) Chairmanship : (I) Male Aspirants—N100,000(Ii)…
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Sep
29
2024
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You Have Been My Pillar Of Support – Ritual Attack Survivor, Miss Chidinma Okpokiri Tells ABIA First Lady, Mrs Priscilla Otti

You Have Been My Pillar Of Support – Ritual Attack Survivor, Miss Chidinma Okpokiri Tells ABIA First Lady, Mrs Priscilla Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash
PRESS RELEASE. YOU HAVE BEEN MY PILLAR OF SUPPORT, RITUAL ATTACK SURVIVOR, MISS CHIDINMA OKPOKIRI TELLS ABIA FIRST LADY, MRS PRISCILLA OTTI. In a compassionate show of support, Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti, wife of the Executive Governor of Abia State, paid a visit to Mrs. Amarachi Okpokiri, a survivor of a brutal assault by her husband, who allegedly attacked her in a ritual-motivated attempt to gouge out her eyes. The attack left Amarachi with severe machete wounds, sparking public outrage. The visit took place at the palace of the Traditional Ruler of Emede Ancient Kingdom, HRM Eze Allen Okpokiri, Amarachi’s…
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Sep
29
2024
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FGN To Distribute 2,000 CNG-Powered Tricycles To Youths Across Nigeria From October 1st

FGN To Distribute 2,000 CNG-Powered Tricycles To Youths Across Nigeria From October 1st

Economy, FGN, News Flash
FG To Distribute 2,000 CNG-Powered Tricycles To Youths Across Nigeria From October 1st The Federal Government, through the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGi), will begin the distribution of 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles to youths in the transportation sector across Nigeria starting October 1st, 2024. The initiative aims to distribute 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles to youths in the transportation sector across the country, as part of efforts to address rising transportation costs and promote more sustainable and affordable mobility options. In an X (formerly Twitter) post on Saturday, PCNGi highlighted that the program is part of the Tinubu administration’s broader strategy to…
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