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Dec
08
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Presidency Fixes Date For National Youth Confab

Presidency Fixes Date For National Youth Confab

FGN, News Flash, Presidency
Presidency Fixes Date For National Youth Confab The Federal Government on Saturday fixed February 2025 for the national youth conference. President Bola Tinubu, during his Independence Day broadcast, announced the gathering of a 30-day national youth conference to address critical issues facing the country’s youths, including unemployment, education, and political participation. This is as various youth groups across the country expressed disappointment over the presidency’s silence on the proposed confab. The planned conference was part of the administration’s response to the youth-led protests, including #EndBadGovernance in August 2024 and the #FearlessOctober in October 2024. “The conference aims to provoke meaningful…
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Dec
08
2024
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Growing Abia, Growing Nigeria: The Power Of Industrialization – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Growing Abia, Growing Nigeria: The Power Of Industrialization – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, News Flash
Growing Abia, Growing Nigeria: The Power of Industrialization Abia State's industrialization efforts are gaining momentum, driven by a N10 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bank of Industry (BOI) to boost entrepreneurship and small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in sectors like agriculture, ICT, and manufacturing. Key StatisticsAbia State's GDP is believed to be N2.78 trillion (2022), with a 7.2% growth rate, while, Unemployment Rate is 24.7% (2022). Dr Otti is targeting a 10% reduction through industrialization. So far, the SME's Contribution is pegged at 48% of Abia State's GDP, employing 70% of the workforce. It is interesting to note…
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Dec
08
2024
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I Do Experience Menstrual Pain – Mummy Of Lagos, Bobrisky

I Do Experience Menstrual Pain – Mummy Of Lagos, Bobrisky

Gossips, News Flash
I Do Experience Menstrual Pain – Mummy Of Lagos, Bobrisky Controversial crossdresser Bobrisky has sparked reactions online after sharing a personal experience about womanhood. In a recent Instagram post, Bobrisky opened up about his struggles with monthly menstrual flow, stating that it could be painful and emotional. Bobrisky’s post has generated a mix of reactions. Some people have expressed support and understanding, while others have questioned the validity of his experience. The crossdresser’s statement has also raised eyebrows, as he claimed to be a “complete woman” despite not biologically experiencing menstruation. He wrote: “Honestly, I feel I’m a complete woman.…
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Dec
07
2024
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Former Governor Demands Death Penalty For Killers Of Security Officers

Former Governor Demands Death Penalty For Killers Of Security Officers

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, News Flash, Obituary
Former Governor Demands Dëåth Penalty For Killers Of Security Officers Former Niger State Governor Babangida Aliyu has called for the death penalty for anyone who kills a security personnel, emphasizing the need for strong deterrents to curb the alarming rate of attacks on military and paramilitary officers. His statement follows reports that at least 229 police officers have been killed in the past 22 months by criminals, including terrorists, bandits, and gunmen. Aliyu made the recommendation on Saturday during the graduation ceremony of the Executive Intelligence Management Course 17 at the National Institute of Security Studies (NISS) in Abuja, an…
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Dec
07
2024
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Economy: President Tinubu Assures Nigerians Of Better Days Ahead

Economy: President Tinubu Assures Nigerians Of Better Days Ahead

Economy, FGN, News Flash, Presidency
Economy: Better Days Ahead – President Tinubu Assures Nigerians President Bola Tinubu is confident of an economic rebound and is asking Nigerians to keep faith in his administration’s reforms. Inflation levels in Nigeria have reached new highs, pushing the cost of basic commodities beyond millions of persons in Africa’s most populous nation. But at the graduation ceremony for the Executive Intelligence Management Course 17 at the National Institute for Security Studies in Abuja, President Tinubu said the future looks bright for Nigeria. The president who was represented by the National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu acknowledged the difficulties but said…
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Dec
07
2024
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COVID Variant XEC: FGN Responds To Reports Of It In Nigeria

COVID Variant XEC: FGN Responds To Reports Of It In Nigeria

FGN, Health, News Flash
FG Reveals Important Update On Reports Of COVID Variant XEC In Nigeria The Federal Government has confirmed that the COVID-19 variant XEC has not been detected in Nigeria, dispelling recent rumors and fears circulating on social media. In a statement released on Saturday, Mr. Alaba Balogun, Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, emphasized the importance of addressing misinformation regarding the resurgence of COVID-19 in the country. He referred to a letter dated December 5, 2024, with the reference number DHS/INSPDIV/017/VOL.1/46, which erroneously implied the presence of the variant in Nigeria. “While…
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Dec
07
2024
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Governor Alex Otti Attends The 36th Convocation Ceremony Of Federal University Of Technology Owerri (FUTO)

Governor Alex Otti Attends The 36th Convocation Ceremony Of Federal University Of Technology Owerri (FUTO)

Education, News Flash, People & Events
GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI ATTENDS THE 36TH CONVOCATION CEREMONY OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY OWERRI (FUTO). Earlier today, 7th December, Governor Alex Otti, OFR, and his wife, her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Chidimma Otti honoured the invitation of Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Imo State, as they attended the 36th Convocation Ceremony of the foremost University of Technology in South Eastern Nigeria. The wife of President Bola Tinubu, GCFR, Her Excellency, Senator (Mrs.) Oluremi Tinubu, CON, OON, the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, CON, and the Borno State Governor, His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Zulum were conferred with Honorary Doctorate…
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Dec
07
2024
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Nigeria Recorded N5.81 Trillion Trade Surplus In Q3 – National Bureau Of Statistics

Nigeria Recorded N5.81 Trillion Trade Surplus In Q3 – National Bureau Of Statistics

Business, Economy, FGN, News Flash
Nigeria Recorded N5.81 Trillion Trade Surplus In Q3 Nigeria has recorded a trade surplus of N5.81tn in the third quarter of 2024, reflecting a remarkable rise in export earnings, according to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics. However, the surplus recorded in Q3 2024 is far lower than the N6.95tn trade surplus recorded in the previous quarter. The NBS in its foreign trade statistics report on Friday noted that Nigeria’s merchandise trade for the Q3 2024 was a total value of N35.16tn, marking an 81.35 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2023 and a…
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Dec
07
2024
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Sultan Of Sokoto Led – NSCIA Asked FGN To Revoke Oyedepo Airstrip Licence

Sultan Of Sokoto Led – NSCIA Asked FGN To Revoke Oyedepo Airstrip Licence

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics, Religion
Sultan Of Sokoto Led-NSCIA Asks FG To Revoke Oyedepo Airstrip Licence The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has asked the Federal Government to revoke the airstrip licence given to the Living Faith Church, also known as Winners Chapel, founded by Bishop David Oyedepo. The council’s call is contained in a communique issued at the end of the 10th meeting of the Expanded General Purpose Committee (EGPC) held at the Abuja National Mosque. In October, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), announced the granting of the licence to the Living Faith Church for the construction…
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Dec
07
2024
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Nigeria First Lady Gives N50 Million To Best Female Varsity Graduates

Nigeria First Lady Gives N50 Million To Best Female Varsity Graduates

Education, News Flash, Presidency
Best Female Varsity Graduates Receive N50 Million From First Lady Best graduating female students of Joseph Ayo Babalola University would be receiving N50 million as an endowment fund from Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. Tinubu made the declaration on Friday, December 6, at the 15th convocation ceremony of the university in Ekiti State. Represented by the First Lady of the State, Olayemi Oyebanji, Nigeria’s number one woman she the donation was made in support of education in Nigeria. Tinubu who also received a honorary doctorate at the event said, “Today in my pursuit and support of education, I hereby donate…
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