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Oct

2025

Nigeria Gets New Humanitarian Affairs Minister

Nigeria Gets New Humanitarian Affairs Minister The Senate, on Thursday, confirmed Dr. Bernard Doro as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, bringing to a close President Bola Tinubu’s latest cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening social welfare and inclusion programmes. Doro’s screening, which lasted less than 30 minutes, saw lawmakers expressing confidence in his experience and leadership capacity. The Plateau State-born technocrat, who becomes the third minister from his state in the current administration, pledged to promote fairness and transparency in Nigeria’s humanitarian interventions. “I will create a humanitarian ecosystem that is inclusive, guided by impartiality and independence,” Doro assured…

Aug

2025

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Happy Birthday To CHAMA Co-Founders – Celebrating With 57 Successful Free Surgeries In Aba

Abia State, Birthday, Health, Humanitarian, Philanthropy

Golden Jubilee birthday appreciation: Excess LOVE. Thank you friends and well wishers for your warmth birthday Felicitations. I'm so grateful to have you in my life. My Golden Jubilee birthday celebration was a remarkable milestone in our humanitarian ministry and life's journey. Remarkable milestone because alongside my team, 57 live saving surgeries were successfully carried out. Of the 57 surgeries carried out, one surgery carried out symbolizes and represents one year of my life and a mark of gratitude to God. The extra 7 surgeries on top of the 50 represents extra gratitude for God's Goodness and Mercy, his loving…

Aug

2025

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Nigerian’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu Donates N1 Billion To Niger Flood Victims

FGN, Humanitarian, News Flash, Northern Nigeria

Nigerian’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu Donates N1 Billion To Niger Flood Victims Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated N1 billion to support victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. The donation was made through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), her flagship humanitarian programme, during a condolence visit to the state on Tuesday. According to a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the First Lady on Media, Busola Kukoyi, via her verified X handle (@KukoyiBusola), Mrs. Tinubu also presented relief materials and a cheque to Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago at the…

Jun

2025

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Priscilla Otti Hosts Special Event For ABIA Senior Citizens In Observance Of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Abia State, Good Governance, Humanitarian, Philanthropy

In observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Abia State Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection in collaboration with the office of the Wife of ABIA State Governor, Mrs Priscilla Otti, hosted a special event for our senior citizens at the Banquet Hall, Government House. The preceding advocacy walk underscored their collective responsibility to protect and support our elderly population. The theme "Addressing Abuse of Older Adults in Abia State: Through Data and Action" highlights the importance of informed strategies. By leveraging data, we can develop effective interventions to prevent and address elder abuse. As a token of…

Jun

2025

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Ikenna Distributes More Fertilizers To Women In Ohafia Communities

Abia State, Abia North, Humanitarian, Philanthropy

IKENNA DISTRIBUTES MORE FERTILIZERS TO WOMEN IN OHAFIA COMMUNITIES Still in demonstration of his commitment to supporting local farmers, particularly women, the founder of IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa through his representatives, yesterday distributed both liquid and solid fertilizers to women in Amuma, Eziafor and Ibina Ohafia in Ohafia LGA of Abia State. The initiative to distribute fertilizers to women in Amuma, Eziafor, and Ibina in Ohafia is aimed to boost agricultural productivity by increasingcrop yields and enhancing livelihoods for women farmers. The benefitting women in the various communities who were visibly elated thanked Chief Ikenna…

Apr

2025

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90-Year-Old Woman Begs Patience Jonathan To Free Detained Daughter

Crime, Human Rights, Humanitarian, News Flash

90-Year-Old Woman Begs Patience Jonathan To Free Detained Daughter A 90-year-old woman has pleaded with former First Lady Patience Jonathan to help secure the release of her daughter, Deborah Erema, who she says has been held in custody for over five years. In a video published by SaharaTV on Friday, the frail nonagenarian cried out, saying she was starving and had no one else to care for her. “Nobody go give me food, nah only her dey give me. I don’t have anybody. I just go beg beg. I am now a begger. See me as I dey now. “Please…

Mar

2025

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Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group Inaugurated In Nkporo, Ohafia LGA

Abia State, Abia North, Humanitarian, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, People & Events, Philanthropy, Politics

IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP INAUGURATED IN NKPORO, OHAFIA LGA The Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group has been officially inaugurated in Nkporo, Ohafia LGA of Abia State with the goal of positively impacting the community and her members. The IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP, is a pro-group of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to The Senate President - Nigeria with the aim to expand its reach and bring meaningful projects and empowerment to the people. During the inauguration on Saturday 8th March 2025, the Director General, Mr. Francis Igwe, who led other Excos to Nkporo emphasized the importance of…

Mar

2025

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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: NAOS VP Comr. Urenwa Olugu To Visit Indigent Women Of Elu Ohafia Today.

Abia North, Abia State, Empowerment, Humanitarian, Philanthropy

Celebrating International Women's Day 2025In commemoration of International Women's Day 2025, The Vice President National Association of Ohafia Students Worldwide, Comr. Favour Urenwa Olugu, will be visiting the indigent women of Elu Ohafia today. This heartfelt gesture is a testament to her unwavering commitment to empowering and supporting the womenfolk. Show Your SupportAs part of this initiative, we invite you to join forces with us by donating gently used clothes, food items, and other essential goods. Your generosity will go a long way in making a meaningful difference in the lives of these remarkable women. Event Details Date: Saturday, 8/3/2025…

Mar

2025

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Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association Celebrates All The Women Worldwide On This Year’s International Women’s Day

Humanitarian, International, Ohafia LGA, People Reorientation, Women Affairs

Happy International Women's Day 2025 to all the women worldwide. Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association - EOILA will be celebrating Women's Day today at Umuahia, Abia State, with Her Excellency, the Wife of the Executive Governor of Abia State, The wife of the Deputy Governor of Abia State, The Commissioner for Women Affairs all other Top and Important Personalities that will be attending the program today with them over there. This year's 2025 topic according to United Nations is to, #Accelerate Action# . At the current rate of progress, " It will take until 2158 to achieve full gender parity"…

Feb

2025

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Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates 40th Birthday With Inmates Of Medium Security Custodial Centre, Arochukwu

Abia State, Birthday, Humanitarian, News Flash, Philanthropy

IKENNA UKWA CELEBRATES 40TH BIRTHDAY WITH INMATES OF MEDIUM SECURITY CUSTODIAL CENTRE, AROCHUKWU Still on his usual way of extending love to all and sundry and in commemoration of his 40th birthday celebration today Saturday 22nd February 2025, the Senior Legislative Aide to The Senate President - Nigeria , Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa stormed the Nigerian Correctional Service, Medium Security Custodial Centre, Arochukwu to celebrate with inmates with food, drinks and toiletries, targeting more than 100 inmates. Mr Nobert Okechukwu Ajike who led the team on behalf of the celebrant was received by the General Supervisor of the Facility, ACC…