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Sep
11
2025
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EFCC Arraigns ‘PDP Campaign DG’ Over ‘N26m Money Laundering, Vote-Buying’ During By-Election

EFCC Arraigns ‘PDP Campaign DG’ Over ‘N26m Money Laundering, Vote-Buying’ During By-Election

Crime, News Flash, Politics
EFCC Arraigns ‘PDP Campaign DG’ Over ‘N26m Money Laundering, Vote-buying’ During By-Election The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two suspects before a federal high court in Abuja over alleged money laundering and vote-buying involving N26 million. In a statement on Wednesday, Dele Oyewale, EFCC spokesperson, said the suspects, Esther Dawaki and Shehu Aliyu Fatange, were brought before Emeka Nwite, presiding judge, on a five-count charge bordering on conspiracy, money laundering, and accepting cash payments above the threshold permitted by law. Oyewale said they were arrested on August 16, 2025, in Kaduna with N26,463,000, suspected to be earmarked…
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Sep
11
2025
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‘Obi Of Lagos’, Three Others Arrested Over Illegal Installation Ceremony

‘Obi Of Lagos’, Three Others Arrested Over Illegal Installation Ceremony

Crime, Lagos, News Flash
‘Obi Of Lagos’, Three Others Arrested Over Illegal Installation Ceremony Self-proclaimed Obi of Lagos, identified as Chibuike Azubike, alongside three others, are in police custody over alleged arrangements to perform an illegal installation ceremony slated for Saturday in Amuwo Odofin. In a statement on Wednesday, the deputy spokesperson for the state police command, Babaseyi Oluseyi, said the venue, also billed for the unveiling of a prototype for the palace building of the traditional ruler, has been sealed to prevent the event from taking place. Mr Babaseyi said, “The Lagos State Police Command today, Wednesday, September 10, 2025, successfully arrested a…
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Sep
11
2025
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THE RIGHT SPARK: Being Governor Otti’s Address At The Validation And Formalization Of The ABIA State Mini-Grid Regulation On Wednesday, September 10, 2025

THE RIGHT SPARK: Being Governor Otti’s Address At The Validation And Formalization Of The ABIA State Mini-Grid Regulation On Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Power & Energy
THE RIGHT SPARK Being the Text of a Speech Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the Validation and Formalisation of the Abia State Mini-Grid Regulation on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Umuahia Protocols Electricity is the spark that ignites the fire of progress in human communities. It drives innovation, supports the productivity of the population and improves the daily experiences of individuals when it is accessible. In the modern era, industries, households and social services, including transportation, education and health, are dependent on electricity and in its absence, everything else falls apart. It…
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Sep
10
2025
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Abia North Senatorial Race 2027: Dr. Sam Anya(Akaekpuchionwa); A Beacon Of Hope For ABIA North

Abia North Senatorial Race 2027: Dr. Sam Anya(Akaekpuchionwa); A Beacon Of Hope For ABIA North

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
ABIA NORTH SENATORIAL RACE 2027 Dr. Sam Anya (Akaepuchionwu): A Beacon of Hope for Abia North In every generation, destiny raises men who embody courage, vision, and the will to drive society forward. For Abia North Senatorial Zone, that man today is Dr. Sam Anya, fondly called Akaepuchionwu a son of the soil from Élu Ohafia, In Ohafia LGA whose passion for service and development is inspiring hope across our communities. For too long, Abia North has been trapped in a cycle of stagnation, recycled politics, and representation that has not matched the aspirations of our people. Our youths remain…
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Sep
10
2025
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Disrupting The Old Order: The New Model Of Governance In Nigeria Pioneered By Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah.

Disrupting The Old Order: The New Model Of Governance In Nigeria Pioneered By Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah.

Politics
In less than three years in office, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has emerged as one of Nigeria’s most visionary and results-oriented State leaders. Through a blend of innovation, technology, fiscal discipline, and bold reforms, Mbah is steadily transforming Enugu State from a once “civil service economy” into a thriving hub of productivity, smart economy driven by technology, and inclusive growth. His leadership style which is rooted in measurable goals, performance-driven governance, and technological disruption of the status quo has redefined what it means to govern in the 21st century. A Governor with a Vision and a Plan From the onset,…
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Sep
10
2025
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NUPENG Suspends Strike As Union Reach Agreement With Dangote Refinery

NUPENG Suspends Strike As Union Reach Agreement With Dangote Refinery

Business, News Flash, Oil & Gas
NUPENG Suspends Strike As Union Reach Agreement With Dangote Refinery The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has suspended its strike following an agreement with the management of Dangote Refinery to recognise workers’ rights to unionise. The deal was reached at a closed-door meeting convened by the Department of State Services (DSS) and attended by the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun and representatives of the Nigeria Labour Congress. Acting NLC General Secretary, Benson Upah, confirmed the outcome, while the Ministry of Labour said it would issue a formal statement soon. The resolution followed a conciliation meeting convened…
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Sep
09
2025
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Jonathan’s Camp Seeks Obi’s Withdrawal From 2027 Race

Jonathan’s Camp Seeks Obi’s Withdrawal From 2027 Race

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
Jonathan’s Camp Seeks Obi’s Withdrawal From 2027 Race Allies of former President Goodluck Jonathan are lobbying opposition figures, including former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to step down from the 2027 race in Jonathan’s favour. The move, according to sources, is part of a wider plan to build a formidable opposition front capable of unseating President Bola Tinubu, who has already secured the backing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for re-election. It is also understood that leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), especially from the North, have been pressuring Jonathan to return…
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Sep
08
2025
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Abia: The Silent Language Of Good Governance – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia: The Silent Language Of Good Governance – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Abia: The Silent Language of Good Governance By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The just concluded two-day media tour of 63 ongoing school projects across the 17 local government areas of Abia State has once again highlighted Governor Alex Chioma Otti’s unwavering commitment to transforming the education sector. The projects, ranging from construction and reconstruction to renovation, present a vivid picture of a government that is genuinely prioritizing the future of its children and deliberately investing in human capital development. At the heart of this transformation is Governor Otti’s bold decision to allocate 20 percent of the 2025 state budget to education.…
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Sep
08
2025
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Taking Governance Beyond Partisanship To Performance And Service Delivery I.

Taking Governance Beyond Partisanship To Performance And Service Delivery I.

Abia State
Rewriting Abia State’s Narrative Through Exceptional Governance: The Alex Otti Spectacle. Since his inauguration on May 29, 2023, as Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti has made remarkable strides across Infrastructure, Healthcare, Education, Security and Economic Reform. With a technocratic background and a vision for sustainable transformation, his tenure is already being described as “unprecedented” by Traditional Rulers, Political Operators, Civil Society Advocates, Stakeholders and Critics alike. A Vision Rooted in Reform and Delivery. Governance under Dr. Otti is characterised by professionalism, data‑driven decision‐making and transparency. Former Banker turned Governor, he has brought Private‐sector discipline to the public square.He states his covenant…
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Sep
07
2025
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When I Die, Nobody Will See My Corpse, I Will Fly Away -Odumeje

When I Die, Nobody Will See My Corpse, I Will Fly Away -Odumeje

News Flash, Personality, Religion
When I Die, Nobody Will See My Corpse, I will Fly Away – Odumeje The General Overseer of the Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention and Deliverance Ministry, Onitsha, Prophet Chukwuemeka Cyril Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje, has stirred widespread reactions with a startling revelation about his life and ministry. Speaking during a recent church service, Odumeje declared that his time on earth is limited and that when his journey ends, no one will ever see his body. “I’m the strongest spiritual man in the world after the general, Emmanuel TB Joshua. We are not many—just two. One has finished his…
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