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Jun
19
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit To Chief Sampson Orji; Holds Interactive Sessions With Members Of Reality Organization, OUK Movement, Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group And Other Support Groups In Idima Abam

Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit To Chief Sampson Orji; Holds Interactive Sessions With Members Of Reality Organization, OUK Movement, Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group And Other Support Groups In Idima Abam

Abia North, Abia State, Arochukwu, News Flash
Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit to Chief Sampson Orji in Idima Abam, Holds Interactive Session Members of Reality Organization, OUK Movement & Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group The All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa paid a courtesy visit to a respected community leader, former member of the Abia State House of Assembly and erstwhile Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Dr. Sampson Orji, at his country home in Idima Abam, Arochukwu LGA. The visit was followed by an interactive session with members of the Reality Organization, OUK Movement, and the Ikenna Ukwa…
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Jun
17
2026
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Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgement Against ADC, 4 Others

Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgement Against ADC, 4 Others

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics
Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgment Against ADC, 4 Others The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the stay of execution of the judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel of the appellate court led by Justice A. B. Mohammed, berated Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja for flouting an order it made on May 22, which directed him to suspend proceedings before him. The appellate court held that Justice Lifu’s action amounted to…
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Jun
17
2026
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NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

News Flash, Politics
NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms Ahead of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the National Leadership of the National Democratic Congress, NDC has made all its Governorship amd National Assembly candidates to sign the mandatory indemnity forms. According to the party, this is stringent anti-defection policy aimed at preserving party loyalty and strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions, just as it warned that the party would rely on the affidavit when candidates dump the party for other political paries after Primaries Speaking yesterday in Abuja at the Party’s National Secretariat, the National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas said…
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Jun
17
2026
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FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students

FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students

Education, News Flash
FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students The Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)’s campaign against corruption and extortion has claimed its first victims with the suspension of two members of staff and the Students’ Union Government President, Mr James Iyanuoluwa Adio, for allegedly engaging in the extortion of students. The two members of staff – Mr Olanrewaju Patrick Ogunjobi, Director of the Directorate of Educational Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Dr Banji Rildwan Olaleye, Deputy Dean of Student Affairs and Support Services – were accused of extorting students through the unauthorised collection of N1,000 from each…
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Jun
17
2026
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‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

News Flash, Politics, Security
‘They Will Listen to Me’ — Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has reiterated his belief that dialogue and engagement with all relevant stakeholders remain critical to addressing Nigeria’s persistent security challenges. Obi made the remarks during an interview with broadcaster Rufai Oseni on the Nevon Black Box programme while responding to questions surrounding the controversial engagements between Islamic cleric Sheikh Abubakar Gumi and armed bandit groups operating in parts of northern Nigeria. The former Anambra State governor maintained that lasting peace can only be…
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Jun
16
2026
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This Life: Why I’d Rather Remarry Than Pay Ransom If My Wife Was Kidnapped- Nigerian Man Reveals

This Life: Why I’d Rather Remarry Than Pay Ransom If My Wife Was Kidnapped- Nigerian Man Reveals

Crime, News Flash
THIS LIFE: Why I’d Rather Remarry Than Pay Ransom If My Wife Was K¡dnapped — Nigerian Man Reveals A Nigerian man has stirred reactions online after sharing his controversial views on kidnapping and ransom payments, particularly when it involves a spouse. Speaking in a viral street interview, the man stated that he would never pay ransom if kidnappers abducted any member of his family, including his wife. “God forbid, but if they carry any of my family member, I no go pay ransom. If they carry my wife, I will not pay ransom. I will remarry,” he said. He went…
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Jun
16
2026
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FG, States, LGs Share N2.257 Trillion April 2026 Revenue

FG, States, LGs Share N2.257 Trillion April 2026 Revenue

FGN, News Flash
FG, States, LGs Share N2.257 Trillion April 2026 Revenue The Federation Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, shared N2.257 trillion among the Federal Government, states and local councils for April 2026. The breakdown was disclosed Monday in Abuja by OAGF Director of Press Bawa Mokwa after the May 2026 FAAC meeting. – Revenue BreakdownThe N2.257 trillion comprised:– Statutory revenue: N1.260 trillion– VAT: N747.088 billion– Augmentation: N250 billion FAAC said N3.184 trillion gross revenue was available in April. Deductions included N113.756 billion for cost of collection and N813.839 billion for transfers, refunds and savings. – Collections RoseGross statutory revenue hit N2.378 trillion, up…
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Jun
16
2026
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Wike Is Mr Fix-It, I Knew He Wouldn’t Sleep – Tinubu Hails Minister Over FCT Projects

Wike Is Mr Fix-It, I Knew He Wouldn’t Sleep – Tinubu Hails Minister Over FCT Projects

Abuja, News Flash, Presidency
Wike Is Mr Fix-it, I Knew He Wouldn’t Sleep – Tinubu Hails Minister Over FCT Projects President Bola Tinubu on Monday described the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike as “Mr fix it” following his accomplishments in the capital city. Tinubu made the remark while noting that he was aware that Wike will not “sleep” when he appointed him as the Minister of the FCT. He spoke during the commissioning of the newly constructed Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, Building to mark his third anniversary. Tinubu was represented at the commissioning by Vice President Kashim Shettima He said:…
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Jun
16
2026
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Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court

Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court

News Flash, Politics
Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court The camp of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reacted to the Federal High Court judgment ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to deregister the party. In a statement posted on X, Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, described the ruling as a manifestation of a bid to entrench a one-party state. Ibe revealed that a pending appeal and an active stay-of-action order already exist to counter the High Court’s decision. Recall that Justice Peter Odo Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday…
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Jun
16
2026
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NDC Governorship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate

NDC Governorship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate

News Flash, Politics
NDC Gov’ship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has picked Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, the biological son of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as his running mate. The young Kwankwaso is the immediate past Commissioner for Youths and Sports. Spokesperson of Kwankwasiyya, Habibu Saleh Mohammed, confirmed the development in a terse statement on Monday. “HE Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo unveiled Hon Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as running mate for 2027 Governorship Election,” he said. The younger Kwankwaso had resigned from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration after the…
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