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Oct
17
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
“EFCC Unconstitutionally Established, Unlawful Organization’ – Olisa Agbakoba Writes National Assembly

“EFCC Unconstitutionally Established, Unlawful Organization’ – Olisa Agbakoba Writes National Assembly

Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, News Flash
“EFCC Unconstitutionally Established, Unlawful Organisation” – Agbakoba Writes National Assembly Popular lawyer Olisa Agbakoba has written to both chambers of the National Assembly, pointing out that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission was “unconstitutionally established.” This comes as the Senior Advocate of Nigeria highlighted the difficulties occasioned by constitutional hurdles in the fight against corruption. In two separate letters to the Senate and House of Representatives, dated October 14, 2024, Agbakoba stated, “I very strongly believe the EFCC is unconstitutionally established. The powers under which it was established go beyond the powers of the National Assembly. The EFCC is an…
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Oct
16
2024
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Pro-Fubara Lawmakers Reacts To Declaration Of Vacant Seat By Amaewhule, Others

Pro-Fubara Lawmakers Reacts To Declaration Of Vacant Seat By Amaewhule, Others

Columns/Opinions/Letters, House Of Assembly, News Flash, Politics
Pro-Fubara Lawmakers Reacts To Declaration Of Vacant Seat By Amaewhule, Others The crisis in the Rivers State House of Assembly has taken a dramatic turn as the Victor Oko-Jumbo-led Assembly reaffirmed its stance that the legislative seats of factional Speaker Martin Amaewhule and 24 others remain vacant. This development comes after the Amaewhule-led Assembly declared the seats of Chief of Staff to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Edison Ehie, and three other pro-Fubara lawmakers vacant, citing their absence from sittings for 152 days. Amaewhule stated that Ehie failed to properly notify the House of his new office, leading to the declaration of…
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Oct
16
2024
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Yoruba Nation: FGN Speaks On Sunday Igboho’s Petition To United Kingdom.

Yoruba Nation: FGN Speaks On Sunday Igboho’s Petition To United Kingdom.

FGN, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Yoruba Nation: FG Speaks On Sunday Igboho’s Petition To UK The Federal Government has said the petition by Yoruba nation agitator, Mr Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as “Sunday Igboho”, calling on the United Kingdom to consider the Yoruba nation was not endorsed by the UK government. The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Eche Abu-Obe, in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday, said media reports on the petition “were highly misleading.” He explained that “Following media reports on the petition submitted at No. 10 Downing Street by Mr Sunday Adeyemo popularly known as Sunday Igboho, the British High…
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Oct
15
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
2027: ‘Obi Now Voice Of Opposition Not Atiku’ – Ayo Fayose

2027: ‘Obi Now Voice Of Opposition Not Atiku’ – Ayo Fayose

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
2027: ‘Obi Now Voice Of Opposition Not Atiku’ – Ayo Fayose Former Ekiti Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is in disarray, rendering it ineffective as an opposition force. In an interview on Channels TV Sunday, Fayose stated that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, has become the voice of the opposition, surpassing PDP’s Atiku Abubakar. “PDP members no longer have a party,” Fayose lamented, citing the party’s leadership crisis. “We can’t defeat the APC without a unified party.” Fayose urged Atiku to reconsider his political ambitions, advising him to stop contesting elections. “The…
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Oct
15
2024
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Rivers Assembly Declares Pro-Fubara Lawmakers’ Seats Vacant

Rivers Assembly Declares Pro-Fubara Lawmakers’ Seats Vacant

Columns/Opinions/Letters, House Of Assembly, News Flash, Politics
Rivers Assembly Declares Pro-Fubara Lawmakers’ Seats Vacant The Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martin Amaewhule has declared the seats of Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and three other pro-Fubara lawmakers vacant following their absence from sittings for 152 days. Making this known during plenary today, Speaker Martin Amaewhule pointed out that Ehie did not properly write to inform the house of his new office, and as such his seat has been declared vacant. Regarding Victor Oko-Jumbo and the two others, the House held three separate votes to declare their seats vacant for absenteeism…
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Oct
15
2024
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Lighting The Way: Governor Otti’s Power Initiative – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Lighting The Way: Governor Otti’s Power Initiative – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash
Lighting the Way: Governor Otti's Power Initiative My dear fellow citizens of Abia State, Today, I stand before you to address a critical issue that affects us all: the persistent power outages and exorbitant electricity costs that plague our beloved state as well. We've all suffered through the sixth national grid collapse this year, leaving our homes, businesses, and communities in darkness. The socio-economic impact is staggering, and the struggles of our households are real. But I come to you today with a message of hope. Our dear governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has a vision and is currently working under…
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Oct
14
2024
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Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere calls for the immediate sack of all the mayors to avoid political crises

Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere calls for the immediate sack of all the mayors to avoid political crises

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
DECONSTRUCTING THE MAYORS AS NEW ABIA TRADE UNIONISTS. The last may not have been heard of the incumbent mayors in Abia State amid their new sinister dance steps signifying their readiness to revolt against the system that brought them about. Feelers tapping on some dissonant tendencies by most of the mayors are pointing to a conspiracy to sit tight beyond their tenures in a fit of revolt or failing which the entire superstructure may very well come toppling down. The mayors have tasted power enough to feel the pulsating flex of it and are not about relinquishing it's hold and…
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Oct
14
2024
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Fulanis Are Nigeria’s Best Educated, We Don’t Carry AK-47s – Emir Of Zazzau

Fulanis Are Nigeria’s Best Educated, We Don’t Carry AK-47s – Emir Of Zazzau

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Fulanis Are Nigeria’s Best Educated, We Don’t Carry AK-47s – Emir Of Zazzau The Emir of Zazzau, Nuhu Bamali, has urged Nigerians to stop generalizing and blaming the entire Fulani ethnic group for acts of banditry, killings, and abductions. He emphasized that such behavior is against the core values and culture of the Fulani people, cautioning that the misdeeds of a few “bad eggs” should not be used to label the whole tribe. Speaking at a cultural event organized by the Fulani Development and Cultural Organisation (FUDECO) on October 12, Bamali addressed accusations linking Fulani herdsmen to violent activities. He…
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Oct
13
2024
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Governor Otti’s Vision For A New ABIA: ABSOA As Tool For Socio-Economic Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Vision For A New ABIA: ABSOA As Tool For Socio-Economic Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash
Governor Otti's Vision for a New Abia: ABSOA As Tool for Socio-Economic Transformation Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's administration has embarked on an ambitious journey to transform Abia State through the Abia State Orientation Agency (ABSOA) under Ms. Ure Abazie. A recent town hall meeting/rally, themed "Abia Future Begins with Safe Roads; Stop Substance Abuse and Street Trading," highlights the Governor's commitment to promoting a safe and healthy environment for citizens. The Governor's vision for a New Abia prioritizes citizen engagement, socio-economic development, and infrastructure growth. ABSOA plays a pivotal role in achieving these goals by promoting responsible behavior,…
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Oct
13
2024
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Edo Election: Why I Won’t Challenge The Result At The Tribunal – Akpata

Edo Election: Why I Won’t Challenge The Result At The Tribunal – Akpata

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Judiciary, News Flash
Edo Election: Why I Won’t Go To Tribunal – Akpata The Labour Party, LP, candidate in the just-concluded Edo State governorship election, Olumide Akpata, has explained why he will not challenge the election results. Akpata made his position known in a statement on Saturday. Recall that Akpata, a former president of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, came third in the election with 22,763 votes. Monday Okpebholo, candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, was declared winner of the September 21 election with 291,667 votes. Also, according to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party,…
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