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Feb

2025

Agborji Women Association (AWA) Visits Ohafia LGA Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu

AGBORJI WOMEN ASSOCIATION (AWA) VISITS OHAFIA LGA MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA OJUU KALU. The Agborji Women Association (AWA) made a groundbreaking visit to the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, led by Elder Mrs. Mercy Dike Oleh. This trailblazing delegation sought to forge a powerful alliance with the Mayor, pledging their unwavering support for his future endeavors and cementing their commitment to driving transformative change in the community. This historic visit underscored the vital importance of community engagement and collaboration, highlighting the profound impact that women's associations can have in propelling development and growth in local communities. During the…

Feb

2025

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Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Flags-Off 2nd Round Routine Immunization Vaccine Catch-up Program In Ohafia LGA

Abia North, Health, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu flags-off 2nd Round Routine Immunisation Vaccine Catch-up Program in Ohafia LGA. Today, the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, flagged off the 2nd round routine immunisation vaccine catch-up ceremony. The event aimed to sensitize mothers on the importance of vaccination in preventing unforeseen diseases in children. According to the Mayor, it is crucial for all mothers within the LGA to observe this health sensitization to protect their children from vaccine-preventable diseases. The Mayor emphasized the significance of vaccination in ensuring the health and well-being of children, which aligns with global health recommendations. The Catch-up…

Feb

2025

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NNPC Reduces Petrol Price, Directs Filling Stations To Comply

Business, Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas

NNPC Reduces Petrol Price, Directs Filling Stations To Comply The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a slight reduction in petrol prices at its retail stations, lowering the pump price from N960 to N945 per litre. The new pricing took effect on Thursday, February 13, 2025, following an official directive from the company’s headquarters. According to Politics Nigeria, At an NNPC filling station in Ejigbo, attendants confirmed the adjustment. One of them stated, “We received instructions this morning (Thursday) to change the price from N960 to N945. As you can see, more customers are coming in, and the…

Feb

2025

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IGP Egbetokun Writes Senate On Missing Firearms, Requests ‘Closed-Door’ Probe

National Assembly, News Flash, Police Force, Security

Egbetokun Writes Senate On Missing Firearms, Requests ‘Closed-Door’ Probe Kayode Egbetokun, the inspector-general of police (IGP), has asked the senate to conduct the investigation into the missing 3,907 firearms behind “closed doors”. Egbetokun’s request is contained in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio on the floor of the red chamber on Thursday. BACKGROUNDOn Tuesday, the senate committee on public accounts queried the Nigeria Police Force (NFP) over the missing firearms. The 2019 auditor-general of the federation report revealed that some firearms and ammunition were missing from the police armoury. Egbetokun nominated Suleiman Abdul, an assistant inspector-general (AIG), to…

Feb

2025

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19,000 Illegal Immigrants Deported Under Labour Govt – UK Home Secretary

International, News Flash, World News

Japa: 19,000 Illegal Immigrants Deported Under Labour Govt – UK Home Secretary The United Kingdom Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, has revealed that 19,000 illegal immigrants have been deported under the Labour government. She made this known during an interview on GBN station and on the Home Office website. “To rebuild public confidence in the immigration system, we need to show that the rules are respected and enforced. “That’s why, as part of the government’s plan for change, we have put significant additional resources into immigration enforcement and returns, so those who have no right to be here, particularly those who…

Feb

2025

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Senate: Ned Nwoko Gets New Appointment After Defecting To APC

News Flash, Politics

Senate: Ned Nwoko Gets New Appointment After Defecting To APC The Nigerian Senate has appointed Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, as the new chairman ad-hoc committee investigating the N11.35 trillion spent on the turnaround maintenance of Nigeria’s refineries from 2010 to date. Nwoko replaces the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who chaired the committee until his passing in July 2024. Ubah was assigned the role after defecting from the Young Progressives Party (YPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Senate. Senator Sunday Karimi (APC, Kogi West), while presenting a motion on the Senate floor last year said the…

Feb

2025

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Reps Summon Customs Comptroller General, Others Over Refusal To Retire

Armed Forces, News Flash

Reps Summon Customs Boss, Others Over Refusal To Retire The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has asked the Comptroller General of Nigerian Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, to answer a petition before the Committee over the refusal of some top officials of the service to leave the service after their due retirement dates. While issuing the summons, the House noted that the CG has a duty as a public officer to explain to Nigerians what the true position is. According to a statement by the Media Head, Public Petitions Committee of the House of Representatives, Chook Oko, Adeniyi is…

Feb

2025

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3,907 Arms Went Missing Before Egbetokun’s Tenure – Police Respond To Senate Panel

National Assembly, News Flash, Police Force

3,907 Arms Went Missing Before Egbetokun’s Tenure – Police Respond To Senate Panel The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says 3,907 weapons did not go missing from its armoury during the tenure of Kayode Egbetokun, the inspector-general of police (IGP). On Tuesday, the senate committee on public accounts queried the NPF over the missing firearms. The disappearance of the ammunitions was contained in a 2019 report issued by the office of the auditor-general of the federation. Egbetokun nominated Suleiman Abdul, an assistant inspector-general (AIG), to respond to the senators’ queries. Lawmakers rejected the police representative’s “unsatisfactory explanations” on the subject and…

Feb

2025

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Crypto Space Agog As Pi Open Network Launches February 20

Business, Economy, News Flash

Crypto Space Agog As Pi Open Network Launches February 20 Pi open network is finally coming live on February 20, 2025. This is after about six of millions engaging with the coin. Pioneers l, as they referred to, would scream “finally!” The launch announcement was made via its X (Twitter) account in the early hours (Nigerian time) of today, February 12. According to @PiCoreTeam, “Pioneers, Open Network will launch at 8am UTC on February 20, 2025! “With millions of KYC-verified Pioneers and a thriving utilities-driven ecosystem, Open Network expands available opportunities, which allows Pioneers to connect Pi with external systems…

Feb

2025

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Notorious Okija Shrine Sealed By Anambra State Government!

Crime, News Flash, Security

Anambra Government Seals Okija Shrine The Anambra State government has intensified its crackdown on fake native doctors and criminal activities by sealing a shrine in Umuofor village, Okija, in Ihiala Local Government Area. The shrine, allegedly operated by Ekene Igboegbueze, a self-proclaimed native doctor who promises unsuspecting individuals super wealth, was shut down following numerous complaints. Special Adviser to the Governor on Community Security, Prince Ken Emeakai, stated that the government took action based on reports from the local community. “Igboegbueze’s business is illegal under Anambra State Homeland Security Laws,” Emeakai said, adding that properties acquired through the illicit trade…