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Sep

2025

OnGoing Construction Of Girls Hostel In FGC Ohafia Facilitated By Ikenna Ukwa

ONGOING CONSTRUCTION OF GIRLS HOSTEL IN FGC OHAFIA Photo Story of the current stage of the ongoing construction of girls hostel in Federal Government College, Ohafia, a project facilitated by the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa. The school hostel, when completed will be furnished and equipped with the state-of-the-art hostel facilities which will provide the students the needed comfort and academic ambience that will help them thrive in their academics. This project is also part of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa's contribution to the academic growth and development in Abia State, even as…

Sep

2025

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Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda Resonates At NNAUSA Convention In America – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D ( SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda Resonates at NNAUSA Convention in America By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD At the Ngwa National Association USA (NNAUSA) Convention in St. Louis, Missouri, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, represented by his Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, PhD, delivered a compelling account of the transformational journey currently unfolding in Abia State. His message of progress, renewal, and hope did not merely inform; it struck a deep chord with the diaspora community, many of whom have long yearned to see their home state reclaimed from years of neglect and repositioned as a beacon of good governance and sustainable…

Sep

2025

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Why I Am Yet To Release Ambassadorial List – President Tinubu

FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Why I Am Yet To Release Ambassadorial List – President Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has revealed the difficulty and delay in appointing Nigerian ambassadors. Tinubu said he can’t appoint just anybody, hence the difficulty in releasing the list. Stressing that he still has some ambassadorial slots, Tinubu appreciated Nigerians for their patience. In a video, the president said he needs to cure the state economy and bring hope to Nigerians before unveiling his ambassadors. “I couldn’t appoint everybody that I could have appointed, thank you for your patience till now. I still have some slots for ambassadorial positions that too…

Sep

2025

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Isu, Ihechiowa & Ututu Communities Rejoice As NDDC Hands Over Site To Contractor Handling The Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights Attracted By Ikenna Ukwa

Abia North, Abia State, Empowerment, News Flash, Philanthropy

ISU, IHECHIOWA & UTUTU COMMUNITIES REJOICES AS NDDC HANDS OVER SITE TO CONTRACTOR HANDLING THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR POWERED STREET LIGHTS ATTRACTED BY IKENNA UKWA The people of Isu, Ihechiowa and Ututu communities in Arochukwu LGA of Abia State today Wednesday 3rd September 2025 rolled out their drums in jubilation to receive team Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa led by Engr George Nnanna Kalu and the Abia State officials of the NDDC, who were at the palace of HRH, Eze Okpo Christopher, the Ezeogo Obinto Ihechiowa to formally handover site to the contractor for the installation of solar powered street lights for…

Sep

2025

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I Didn’t Inherit Any Money From My Father – Dangote

Economy, Business, Personality

I Didn’t Inherit Any Money From My Father – Dangote Billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote has revealed he built his business empire from the scratch despite being born into a wealthy family. Speaking in a video, Dangote said he chose not to rely on inherited wealth. Dangote said he worked with his uncle before venturing into his business, initially trading in cement. He recognised the vast potential of cement production in Nigeria, driven by the country’s significant infrastructural deficits. Through hard work and innovative thinking, Dangote’s business empire grew exponentially, making him a self-made success story. He added that he donated…

Sep

2025

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Court Orders DNA Test On Late Mohbad’s Son

Entertainment, Health, Judiciary

Court Orders DNA Test On Late Mohbad’s Son The Magistrate Court in Ikorodu on Tuesday ordered that Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) tests be conducted on Liam Aloba, the son of late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. The DNA tests are to be conducted in an accredited and recognised hospital, both in Nigeria and abroad. Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga gave the order while ruling on an application filed by late Mohbad’s Father, Joseph Aloba who sought for a paternity test. The late Mohbad’s wife, Omowunmi Cynthia Aloba, was listed as the respondent in the application which was brought pursuant to…

Sep

2025

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Tinubu Recalls NTA DG, ED News, Reverses Fresh Appointments

Abuja, FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu Recalls NTA DG, ED News, Reverses Fresh Appointments In a dramatic turn of events, President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday ordered the recall of top executives of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), reversing management changes that had unsettled Africa’s largest TV network. The President directed the immediate return of Mr. Salihu Abdullahi Dembos as Director-General of the NTA. Dembos, who was first appointed in October 2023, had briefly vacated his position following new appointments at the station. With this directive, he will now resume office to complete his three-year tenure. Also recalled is Mr. Ayo Adewuyi, the Executive Director of…

Sep

2025

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Chatham House Survey Ranks Presidency, Police Least Trusted Institutions In Nigeria

FGN, Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Presidency

Chatham House Survey Ranks Presidency, Police Least Trusted Institutions In Nigeria A recent national survey conducted by Chatham House in collaboration with the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has exposed a deep erosion of public trust in Nigeria’s key institutions. The survey ranked the Nigeria Police Force, the presidency, and the federal government among the least trusted institutions in the country. The survey, published under the Social Norms and Accountable Governance Project, explores how trust, or the lack thereof, in public institutions affects governance and accountability, News Point Nigeria reports. The results paint a grim picture in Africa’s most populous…

Sep

2025

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Gathering Of The Eagles: Onwa Ohafia Social Club Of Nigeria Holds It’s 3rd Annual General Meeting Alongside Other Socio-Political Engagements In Umuahia This September

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, People & Events

GATHERING OF THE EAGLES: ONWA OHAFIA SOCIAL CLUB OF NIGERIA HOLDS ITS 3RD ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ALONGSIDE OTHER SOCIO-POLITICAL ENGAGEMENTS IN UMUAHIA THIS SEPTEMBER Gathering of the Eagles as Onwa Ohafia Social Club Holds It's 3rd Annual General Meeting Alongside Other Socio-Political Engagements In Umuahia This September. Onwa Ohafia Social Club, a Frontline Social Club from Ohafia Ofurishi will hold it's Annual General Meeting Alongside Other Socio-Political Activities In Umuahia on the 19th and 20th September, 2025 at Evergreen Hotel, Ojike Road, Umuahia. The Annual General Meeting Proper will be on 20th September, 2025. The Onwa Ohafia Social Club is…

Sep

2025

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Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor Congratulates General Senator Ike O. S. Nwachukwu On His Birthday

Abia North, Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Personality

"Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor Congratulates General Senator Ike O. S Nwachukwu on His Birthday" In a heartfelt message, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, popularly known as "The Ultimate Commander", has extended warm birthday wishes to General Senator Ike O. S Nwachukwu. The congratulatory message reads: "Happy Birthday to the illustrious General Senator Ike O. S Nwachukwu! On this special day, I, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, join millions of Nigerians in celebrating your life and legacy. Your dedication to public service, leadership, and nation-building has left an indelible mark on our great nation. May your birthday be filled with joy, good health,…