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Sep
14
2026
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Abia North 2027: INEC Final List Confirms Uko Nkole As NDC Senatorial Candidate…Name Seated Firmly At Number 12

Abia North 2027: INEC Final List Confirms Uko Nkole As NDC Senatorial Candidate…Name Seated Firmly At Number 12

Abia North, News Flash, Politics
Abia North 2027: INEC Final List Confirms Uko Nkole as NDC Senatorial Candidate...Name Seated Firmly At Number 12. The 2027 Abia North Senatorial contest has taken a decisive step forward with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) listing Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole, FNITP, Ph.D., as the senatorial candidate of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC). Nkole’s name appears in the final list of candidates released by INEC ahead of the 2027 general election, formally placing the former Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency representative on the ballot for the Abia North Senate race. The development gives an official stamp to Nkole’s bid to…
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Sep
14
2026
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Gunmen Kill 9 Passengers In Plateau Bus Attack

Gunmen Kill 9 Passengers In Plateau Bus Attack

News Flash, North Central, Security
Gunmen K!ll 9 Passengers In Plateau Bus Attack At least nine passengers were killed after gunmen opened fire on a commercial bus at Dungus Junction in Kuru community, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The passengers were travelling to Jos when the attackers struck at about 9:40 p.m., shortly after the driver stopped at the junction to drop some passengers. The shooting left the bus riddled with bullets, with blood reportedly visible inside the vehicle. Several other passengers sustained injuries and were taken to hospitals for treatment. A teacher and neighbour of one of the victims, Lawan Suleiman,…
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Sep
14
2026
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‘Thank You For Removing Subsidy’ -Dangote Commends Timubu Over Economic Reforms, Refinery

‘Thank You For Removing Subsidy’ -Dangote Commends Timubu Over Economic Reforms, Refinery

Economy, Oil & Gas
‘Thank You For Removing Subsidy’ – Dangote Commends Tinubu Over Economic Reforms, Refinery Businessman and Chairman of Dangote Industries, Aliko Dangote, has praised President Bola Tinubu for what he described as bold moves in the Nigerian economy. Dangote expressed his appreciation to Tinubu for removing fuel subsidy, liberalising the exchange rate and supporting the development of his refinery. “I want to Thank President Tinubu for taking bold moves by removing the subsidy, by democratizing the exchange rate, and also for this refinery.” His comments have since sparked reactions online, with some Nigerians questioning his praise of the President and arguing…
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Sep
14
2026
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Anambra Still Paying Obi, Obiano-Era Debts – Soludo’s Govt

Anambra Still Paying Obi, Obiano-Era Debts – Soludo’s Govt

CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, News Flash
Anambra Still Paying Obi, Obiano-Era Debts – Soludo’s Govt The Anambra State Government has revealed that it is still servicing loans incurred during the administrations of former governors Peter Obi and Willie Obiano, as the Chukwuma Soludo-led government continues efforts to reduce the state’s debt burden. The Commissioner for Finance, Izuchukwu Okafor, disclosed this during a Ndi Anambra podcast released by the state government’s New Media team on Monday, while giving an update on the state’s financial position. Okafor said the Soludo administration had not obtained any commercial bank loan since assuming office but had continued to make repayments on…
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Sep
14
2026
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Ikenna Ukwa Poised To Make A Difference As He Makes INEC’s Final List As Candidate Of APC For Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency

Ikenna Ukwa Poised To Make A Difference As He Makes INEC’s Final List As Candidate Of APC For Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency

Arochukwu, Ohafia LGA, Politics
INEC PUBLISHES FINAL LIST: IKENNA UKWA, THE APC FLAG BEARER FOR AROCHUKWU/OHAFIA FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has officially published the final list of candidates for the 2027 National Assembly General Elections. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa is the flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa is poised to make a difference and change the narrative of representation in the history of the Federal Constituency. He has the capacity, experience, and political will to attract meaningful federal projects to Arochukwu/Ohafia and to sponsor bills…
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Sep
14
2026
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Abia North Senate 2027: Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole-Young, Experienced With Capacity For Purposeful Representation

Abia North Senate 2027: Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole-Young, Experienced With Capacity For Purposeful Representation

Abia North, Personality, Politics
RT. HON. UKO NDUKWE NKOLE — EXPERIENCE, CAPACITY AND PURPOSEFUL REPRESENTATION Abia North deserves representation built on experience, competence and a clear understanding of the needs of our people. Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole brings years of legislative and public-service experience to the 2027 Abia North Senatorial contest. As a former member of the House of Representatives for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, he understands the responsibilities of federal representation and the importance of connecting communities to meaningful development. His vision centres on effective representation, infrastructure development, education, youth and women empowerment, human-capital development, and attracting meaningful federal projects to Abia North.…
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Sep
14
2026
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The Cost Of Restructuring Abia: Examining The Political And Public Friction Behind Alex Otti’s Governance- By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Cost Of Restructuring Abia: Examining The Political And Public Friction Behind Alex Otti’s Governance- By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
THE COST OF RESTRUCTURING ABIA: EXAMINING THE POLITICAL AND PUBLIC FRICTION BEHIND ALEX OTTI’S GOVERNANCE Governor Alex Otti’s administration continues to attract political criticism, but the developments of the last one week tell a very different story: Abia is steadily being repositioned as a state of enterprise, investment, healthcare reform and regional leadership. The important point is not the noise surrounding the administration. It is the measurable activity taking place beneath that noise. ₦1.24 TRILLION PRIVATE CAPITAL PIPELINE One of the strongest developments of the last week was Governor Otti’s announcement that Abia has secured approvals for about ₦1.24 trillion…
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Sep
14
2026
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When The Righteous Are On The Throne – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

When The Righteous Are On The Throne – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
WHEN THE RIGHTEOUS ARE ON THE THRONE “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice.” — Proverbs 29:2 There are moments when the wisdom of Scripture finds a striking expression in the realities of society. Proverbs 29:2 is one such passage. It reminds us that leadership is not merely about occupying an office; it is about using the authority entrusted to you to improve the lives of the people. When leaders govern with integrity, courage, wisdom and a genuine sense of responsibility, the people feel the difference. They see it in the roads they travel, the hospitals they use,…
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Sep
14
2026
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Abia North Senator 2027: Uko Nkole Honoured The Women Of Nzuko Iyom Amaekpu Ohafia

Abia North Senator 2027: Uko Nkole Honoured The Women Of Nzuko Iyom Amaekpu Ohafia

Abia North, News Flash, Politics
HONORING THE WOMEN OF NZUKO INYOM AMAEKPU OHAFIA It was a great honour and privilege to attend the maiden August meeting of Nzuko Inyom Amaekpu Ohafia. I deeply appreciate the warm reception, unity, and sisterhood displayed by our mothers, wives, and daughters. Your contributions to the growth, peace, and development of our communities remain invaluable. As we continue to build a stronger and more prosperous society, I remain committed to supporting initiatives that empower our women, strengthen our communities, and promote meaningful development across Abia North Senatorial District. Together, we can build a future where every community and every family…
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Sep
14
2026
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Curbing Iran’s Hydra-Headed Regional Network: Evidence Of The United State’s Strategy – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Curbing Iran’s Hydra-Headed Regional Network: Evidence Of The United State’s Strategy – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, Security
CURBING IRAN’S HYDRA-HEADED REGIONAL NETWORK: EVIDENCE OF THE UNITED STATES’ STRATEGY Iran has, over several decades, developed a regional network of armed partners stretching from Lebanon and Iraq to Yemen and the Palestinian territories. The principal organisations commonly associated with this network include Lebanese Hezbollah, the Houthis in Yemen, several Iran-aligned Iraqi militias, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and, to a more complicated degree, Hamas. Academic and policy literature cautions that these organisations should not all simply be labelled Iranian “proxies”: their dependence on Tehran and freedom of action vary considerably. Nevertheless, Iran supplies important elements of financing, weapons, training, technology and…
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