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Jun

15

2026

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Varsity Dismisses Four Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Abuse, Extortion, Intimidation

Education, News Flash

Varsity Dismisses Four Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Abuse, Extortion, Intimidation The Governing Council of the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam, Anambra State, has dismissed five members of staff over alleged sexual abuse, harassment, intimidation, extortion and other forms of misconduct. The university’s Public Relations Officer, Dr Harrison Madubueze, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Awka. Mr Madubueze said the decision was taken at the 122nd meeting of the Governing Council held on June 12. According to him, those dismissed include Prof. C.C. Nwabachili, the immediate past Dean of the Faculty of Law, and Prof. Chike Osegbue of…

Jun

15

2026

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Akpabio Daughter Got Juicy Position In NNPC Without Merit – Oshiomhole

FGN, National Assembly, News Flash

Akpabio Daughter Got Juicy Position In NNPC Without Merit – Oshiomhole Senator Adams Oshiomhole has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s daughter secured a “juicy position” in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPC, without following due process. Oshiomhole made the allegation while speaking on the Mic On Podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, where he defended his comments on the Senate’s handling of issues relating to the NNPC and a bench warrant issued against former NNPC Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari. The former Edo State governor also accused Akpabio of having a personal interest in the NNPC, claiming that…

Jun

15

2026

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Trump Announces Completion Of Iran Deal, Authorizes Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz

International, News Flash, World News

Trump Announces Completion Of Iran Deal, Authorizes Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz United States President Donald Trump has announced that a deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran has been completed, while authorizing the reopening of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the United States naval blockade. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared: “The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!” The US President further stated that he had fully authorized the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route through which…

Jun

15

2026

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Arochukwu Emerges Winner Of Ikenna Ukwa Unity Cup, Clinches N1 Million Prize

Abia North, Arochukwu, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

Arochukwu Emerges Winner of Ikenna Ukwa Unity Cup, Clinches ₦1 Million Prize Arochukwu LGA has emerged as champions of the Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Unity Cup, a football tournament sponsored by Hon. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, APC flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, and his wife, Lolo Jennifer E. Ukwa in collaboration with Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group. The match, played on Sunday 14th June 2026 at the playground of Aggrey Memorial College, Arochukwu, saw Arochukwu LGA defeat Ohafia LGA 2-0 to lift the trophy. The football competition brought together teams from across the two LGAs that make up the federal constituency,…

Jun

14

2026

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2027: Legends; Osita Offor (Ultimate Commander), Kanu Nwankwo (Papilo), Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti’s Re-election Gather Momentum

Abia State, News Flash, Politics

Duo of Legends; Ultimate Commander, Kanu Nwankwo, Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti's Re-Election Gain Momentum As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gradually gather momentum, leaders of the OTTIMANIA Movement, a grassroots political support group championing the leadership of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has intensified consultations aimed at consolidating support for the governor's continuity in office. The strategic meeting, held recently, brought together legendary sports personalities, prominent stakeholders and influential figures within the movement, including the Undisputed and Undefeated World Heavyweight Wrestling Champion of the Champions -…

Jun

13

2026

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Enyimba Garment Factory: When Propaganda Wears Factory Overall And Starts Shift Work – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

ENYIMBA GARMENT FACTORY: WHEN PROPAGANDA WEARS FACTORY OVERALL AND STARTS SHIFT WORK Oracle, biko shift small. Let facts breathe. That CV story is a figment of your imagination. My CV is everywhere as a global scholar - www.googlescholar.com/Chukwuemekaifegwueke One day you know much more about my relationship with my state - Abia! Ehnnnnnn, to your false allegations… You said Governor Otti abandoned Enyimba Garment Factory for 3 years. Beautiful comedy. Very colourful fiction. But the calendar is not a member of any political party. FACT 1: Enyimba Garment Factory was commissioned on Saturday, May 27, 2023 — barely two days…

Jun

13

2026

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OF FREEDOM AND DEVELOPMENT: Being Text Of The 2026 Democracy Speech By Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

OF FREEDOM AND DEVELOPMENT Being the Text of the 2026 Democracy Day Speech by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, on Friday, June 12, 2026 The most appealing promise of democracy is the allowance for plurality of opinions, the freedom to interrogate ideas and the opportunity for periodic reflection. This day presents to us, members of the Nigerian community, a special invitation to evaluate our pace on the democratic track, interrogate assumption and estimate our measure of progress on 2 fronts, first, since the dawn of the Fourth Republic in May 1999 and more importantly, over the last 33 years following…

Jun

12

2026

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Don Norman: Let Opposition Remain Honorable And Arguments Face Facts – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

My brother Don-Norman, nobody needs to manufacture enmity where your own public exchanges already show the pattern. At least three examples are there in the open. You publicly wrote against “sycophants” defending the Alex Otti-led government, accusing them of deceiving people. That already shows that the quarrel did not start today. In another public exchange, you used the language of “E-rats” and warned people off your page. So when you now say Otti supporters made you their enemy, people will ask: who first turned political disagreement into name-calling? As Abia ADC chairman, you have also publicly vowed to challenge and…

Jun

12

2026

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Tinubu Honours June 12 Heroes, Announces National Awards For Journalists, Activists, Others

FGN, News Flash

Tinubu Honours June 12 Heroes, Announces National Awards For Journalists, Activists, Others President Bola Tinubu on Friday announced national honours for dozens of pro-democracy activists, journalists, politicians, lawyers, civil society advocates and military officers who played key roles in Nigeria’s struggle for democracy and the validation of the June 12, 1993 presidential election. The announcement formed part of the President’s Democracy Day address marking 27 years of uninterrupted democratic rule in Nigeria. Tinubu, in a nationwide broadcast said the recipients suffered persecution, detention, exile, incarceration and other hardships during the struggle against military rule and in the campaign to actualise…

Jun

12

2026

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US Lawmaker Hails Tinubu, Reps Over State Police Bill Passage

National Assembly, News Flash

US Lawmaker Hails Tinubu, Reps Over State Police Bill Passage A United States lawmaker, Riley Moore, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and members of the House of Representatives following the passage of the state police bill, describing the move as a major step towards tackling insecurity and the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The House of Representatives approved the bill during Thursday’s plenary, paving the way for states to establish and manage their own police forces alongside the Nigeria Police Force. A total of 289 lawmakers voted in support of the proposal, while one voted against it and…