Columns/Opinions/Letters

Jul
29
2024
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Obinna Oriaku A.K.A Ekwedike: A Serial Liar Who Lies With A Straight Face – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Obinna Oriaku A.K.A Ekwedike: A Serial Liar Who Lies With A Straight Face – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash
Obinna Oriaku A.K.A. Ekwedike: A Serial Liar Who Lies With A Straight Face. 'Three Things Cannot Be Long Hidden: The Sun, The Moon, and The Truth' - Budha. There is absolutely no atom of truth about the illusionary and imaginary demolition of Abia State Liason Office, Abuja (Abia Lodge) or the fabricated N8 Billion Contract sum to Rebuild it. It is either the former Commissioner of Finance under the infamous and salary owing Ex-Governor Okezie Ikpeazu and a one time All Progressive Congress Gubernatorial Aspirant believes his daylight hallucination or is mistaken himself as the Executive Governor of Abia State;…
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Jul
29
2024
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Soludo Mourns Senator Ubah: ‘Despite Our Political Differences, You Remained A Dear Younger Brother’

Soludo Mourns Senator Ubah: ‘Despite Our Political Differences, You Remained A Dear Younger Brother’

Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, News Flash, Obituary
Despite Our Political Differences, You Remained a Dear Younger Brother — Soludo Mourns Senator Ubah The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo has expressed grief over the death of the Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial Zone, Senator Dr. Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah. Ubah, an oil magnet, a member of the All Progressive Congress (APC), and governorship aspirant for the 2025 Anambra guber election, died on Saturday in a hotel in London, after reportedly battling an illness. Mourning the 52-year-old billionaire businessman and vibrant politician, Governor Soludo described it as shocking untimely, and a regrettable loss, especially as it is coming…
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Jul
27
2024
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FGN Must Focus On Fighting Hunger, Insecurity – Okey Udo, ADP Vice -Presidential Candidate

FGN Must Focus On Fighting Hunger, Insecurity – Okey Udo, ADP Vice -Presidential Candidate

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, News Flash
Okey Udo, ADP Vice-Presidential candidate: FG must focus on fighting hunger, insecurity Vice Presidential candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) in the 2023 elections, Dr. Okey Okoro Udo, has said that hunger and insecurity are critical issues that need immediate attention. While expressing his fears for the country, he noted that Nigeria’s position as 103 out of 117 countries on the Global Hunger Index underscores the severe food insecurity affecting millions of the citizens. In an interview with VINCENT KALU, the clergyman pointed out that the government’s economic policies have been overshadowed by trial-and-error approaches, such as the abrupt…
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Jul
27
2024
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Witches, Wizards Delayed My Birth – Obasanjo

Witches, Wizards Delayed My Birth – Obasanjo

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Gossips, News Flash
Witches, Wizards Delayed My Birth — Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo revealed on Thursday that his mother, Bernice Obasanjo, carried his pregnancy for 12 months before giving birth to him. He attributed the delay in his birth to the influence of witches and wizards who troubled his mother until divine intervention. According to a statement issued in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, by his media assistant, Kehinde Akinyemi, the former president made this assertion during a drama presentation titled “Aremu omo Asabi.” The event was held to mark the 66th anniversary of his late mother’s passing at the main auditorium…
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Jul
26
2024
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‘We Made Our Voices Heard’ – President Tinubu Admits To Involvement In Protest During Military Era

‘We Made Our Voices Heard’ – President Tinubu Admits To Involvement In Protest During Military Era

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Presidency
“We Made Our Voices Heard” – Tinubu Admits To Involvement In Protest During Military Era President Bola Tinubu has admitted to his involvement in peaceful protests during the military era. He made the admission while receiving a Letter of Credence from the new US Ambassador, Mr. Richard Mills Jr., at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, on Thursday. Tinubu recalled participating in peaceful protests against dictatorship. The President said, “Our relationship with America is rich. We believe in democracy and freedom. Some of your predecessors worked hard during our transition to democracy, and we remember the likes of Ambassador Howard Jeter.…
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Jul
25
2024
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Housemaid, Private Teacher, Gateman, Others Must Get 70k Minimum Wage – Senate President Declares

Housemaid, Private Teacher, Gateman, Others Must Get 70k Minimum Wage – Senate President Declares

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Labour, National Assembly, News Flash
Housemaid, Private Teacher, Gateman, Others Must Get 70K Minimum Wage – Senate President Declares AttNews reports that the Senate President Godswill Akpabio has announced that employers are now required to pay their staff a minimum wage of N70,000. This mandate applies to all employers, including small-scale and informal sector employers, such as those who hire domestic workers or tailors. Akpabio emphasized that no employer can pay their staff below the minimum wage of N70,000, regardless of the type of work or industry. The announcement was made while the new minimum wage bill was passed into law on the Senate floor.…
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Jul
24
2024
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Protest: Those Who Want To Burn Down The Country Will Meet The Strongest Resistance Of Their Lives – Presidency

Protest: Those Who Want To Burn Down The Country Will Meet The Strongest Resistance Of Their Lives – Presidency

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash, Politics, Presidency, Security
Protest: Those Who Want To Burn Down The Country Will Meet The Strongest Resistance Of Their Lives – Presidency The presidency on Tuesday declared that those planning a protest want to burn down the country, and they will meet the strongest resistance of their lives.This position was declared by the Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, via a post on his X account. The presidential media aide declared that they are waiting for those planning the protest, adding that it won’t be a resistance from security agencies, but from those who gave their mandate to…
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Jul
24
2024
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Accept Hardship As A Trial From God – APC Governor Tells Nigerians Amidst Planned Nationwide Protest

Accept Hardship As A Trial From God – APC Governor Tells Nigerians Amidst Planned Nationwide Protest

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, News Flash, Politics
Accept Hardship As A Trial From God – APC Governor Tells Nigerians Amidst Planned Nationwide Protest Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has advised Nigerians to consider the current economic hardship as a test from God, rather than resorting to protests. The governor, who is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), made this statement on Monday during a town hall meeting with 27 groups in Dutse. The meeting, which included representatives from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), saw the groups disassociate themselves from the planned…
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Jul
24
2024
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Atiku Declares Support For Planned Nationwide Protest

Atiku Declares Support For Planned Nationwide Protest

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Atiku Declares Support For Planned Nationwide Protest The former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar as reacted to the ongoing #plannednationwideprotest. Atiku declared his support for the planned nationwide protest. He stated that it is the constitutional rights of citizens to peacefully assemble and express their grievances. Atiku reiterated that these rights are enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution and affirmed by the courts. “For the avoidance of doubt, the rights of citizens to protest are enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution and affirmed by our courts. “Section 40 of the 1999 Constitution (as altered) unequivocally guarantees the right to peaceful assembly…
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Jul
23
2024
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Abuja Based Lawyer/Human Rights Activist Eme Kalu Ekpu Thanks President Tinubu Over Local Government Autonomy

Abuja Based Lawyer/Human Rights Activist Eme Kalu Ekpu Thanks President Tinubu Over Local Government Autonomy

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash, Politics
AN ABUJA-BASED LEGAL PRACTITIONER AND HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST EME KALU EKPU ESQ. HAS THANKED PRESIDENT AHMED TINUBU ON THE SUPREME COURT JUDGEMENT GRANTING FINANCIAL AUTONOMY TO THE LOCAL GOVERNMENTS AND HARPED ON THE NEED FOR REGIONAL AUTONOMY AS A PANACEA TO SOLVING NIGERIAN COMPLEX CHALLENGES. An Abuja-based legal practitioner, human rights activist and the Chairman of The Rainbow Patriots for Justice Foundation, an NGO that focuses on promoting social justice, equality and human rights Eme Kalu Ekpu Esq. has expressed his deepest gratitude to President Ahmed Tinubu for the watershed Supreme judgement granting financial autonomy to local governments in Nigeria.…
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