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Jan
13
2025
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Peter Obi Makes U-Turn Over His Comment On Alleged National Grid Collapse

Peter Obi Makes U-Turn Over His Comment On Alleged National Grid Collapse

News Flash, Politics, Power & Energy, Presidency
Peter Obi Makes U-turn Over His Comment On Alleged National Grid Collapse Following social media backlash, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential election has made a u-turn over his controversial comment on the alleged collapse of the national grid. After a power outage in some parts of Lagos on Saturday, January 11, 2025, which many erroneously attributed to national grid collapse, Obi, in a tweet said the incessant fall of the grid which happened 12 times in 2024 has subjected Nigerians to ‘untold setback and hardship.’ According to him, despite borrowing over $3.23…
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Jan
13
2025
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2027: Ohaneze NDIGBO Worldwide Endorses President Tinubu For Second Term

2027: Ohaneze NDIGBO Worldwide Endorses President Tinubu For Second Term

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
2027: Ohanaeze Endorses Tinubu For Second Term Ahead of the 2027 general election, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office. Ohanaeze stated this in a statement signed by its Deputy President General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, on Sunday, where they appealed to the President to use his executive powers to facilitate the release of Nnamdi Kanu this 2025. According to Isiguzoro, the release of the IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, shall serve not merely as an act of mercy, but as a vital catalyst for restoring peace and resolving the current insecurity challenges plaguing the…
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Jan
13
2025
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2027: APC Stakeholders In ABIA Call For Unity, Urged Members To Bury Their Differences

2027: APC Stakeholders In ABIA Call For Unity, Urged Members To Bury Their Differences

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
APC Stakeholders in Abia call for Unity The All Progressives Congress (APC) Stakeholders in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State have called for unity among members, urging members to bury their differences and form a formidable front.  Arising from a meeting held in the country home of the Party Leader in the LGA High Chief Uche Ogboso, the Stakeholders said in a Communique issued at the end of the meetings held in Ohafia on 3rd and 7th of January, 2025. The Communique appealed to all the Stakeholders and Leaders of APC in Abia State to bury their differences and…
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Jan
12
2025
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2027: Seyi Tinubu Can Become Next Lagos State Governor – Youth Minister

2027: Seyi Tinubu Can Become Next Lagos State Governor – Youth Minister

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
2027: Seyi Tinubu Can Become Next Lagos State Governor  – Youth Minister The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has amplified the narrative about Seyi Tinubu, President Bola Tinubu’s son to become the next Governor of Lagos State. Conversations about Seyi succeeding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu started late last year when a socio-political organisation, Friends of Seyi Tinubu (FOST) endorsed him for the number one political office in the state. Speaking in an interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Olawande, who described Seyi as his leader and mentor, said the president’s son has the capacity to lead Lagos State. The minister argued that…
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Jan
12
2025
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Major Shake-Up In Army As New GOCs, PSOs, MNJTF Commander Appointed

Major Shake-Up In Army As New GOCs, PSOs, MNJTF Commander Appointed

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Major Shake-up In Army As New GOCs, PSOs, MNJTF Commander Appointed The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Olufemi Oluyede has appointed new General Officers Commanding (GOCs), new Principal Staff Officers (PSOs), new Corps Commanders and a new Commander, Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) in a strategic move to enhance operational effectiveness and administrative efficiency. The newly appointed GOCs are Major General OT Olatoye from Nigerian Army School of Infantry to Headquarters 82 Division/Joint Task Force (JTF) South East Operation Udoka (OPUK) as GOC 82 Division/Commander JTF OPUK and Maj Gen EF Oyinlola from Department of Military Secretary to Headquarters…
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Jan
12
2025
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Los Angeles Fires Expand Despite Huge Fire Fighting Efforts

Los Angeles Fires Expand Despite Huge Fire Fighting Efforts

Foreign Affairs, Mishap, News Flash, World News
Los Angeles Fires Expand Despite Huge Fire Fighting Efforts The largest of the Los Angeles’ fires spread toward previously untouched neighborhoods Saturday, forcing new evacuations and dimming hopes that the disaster was coming under control. Across the city, at least 11 people have died as multiple fires have ripped through residential areas since Tuesday, razing thousands of homes in destruction that US President Joe Biden likened to a “war scene.” Despite huge firefighting efforts, the Palisades fire’s expansion prompted evacuation orders in ritzy neighborhoods along its eastern flank, which include the famous Getty Center art museum. ‘We aren’t just a…
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Jan
12
2025
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We Can’t Take Your Sacrifices For Granted, Otti Tells Veterans, Serving Officers

We Can’t Take Your Sacrifices For Granted, Otti Tells Veterans, Serving Officers

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, People & Events, Security
WE CAN'T TAKE YOUR SACRIFICES FOR GRANTED, OTTI TELLS VETERANS, SERVING OFFICERS. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has assured veterans and serving members of the armed forces that his administration will not take their sacrifices for granted. Governor Otti gave the assurance during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Church Service held at Seventh - Day Adventist Church, Aguiyi Ironsi Layout Umuahia. He pledged his administration's unwavering commitment to honouring their sacrifices and vital role in safeguarding the Nation. The Governor who paid tribute to veterans and serving members of the Armed Forces, acknowledged their sacrifice, bravery and dedication…
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Jan
11
2025
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EFCC Arrests Four Chinese, 101 Others For Suspected Internet Fraud In Abuja

EFCC Arrests Four Chinese, 101 Others For Suspected Internet Fraud In Abuja

Crime, News Flash
EFCC Arrests Four Chinese, 101 Others For Suspected Internet Fraud In Abuja In its ongoing efforts to clean Nigeria of internet fraud and other acts of corruption, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested four Chinese and 104 Nigerians in a business apartment in the Gudu axis of Abuja. The information contained in a Statement signed by the Commission’s Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale says the Suspects were arrested on Thursday. The suspects, comprising 67 male, including 4 Chinese and 38 female were allegedly involved in hotel review job scam targeting victims and hotels in Europe and other…
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Jan
10
2025
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If Nigeria Is Not Working As A Country, Let’s Go Our Separate Ways – Sunday Igboho

If Nigeria Is Not Working As A Country, Let’s Go Our Separate Ways – Sunday Igboho

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash
If Nigeria Is Not Working As A Country, Let’s Go Our Separate Ways – Sunday Igboho Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has reignited the call for Nigeria’s disintegration, stating that the country’s systemic issues leave no room for national pride or unity. In a video circulating on social media, Igboho, spotted at an airport in the United Kingdom, lamented the state of Nigeria’s economy, corruption, and insecurity. He expressed his frustration over what he described as the disheartening realities faced by Nigerians, both at home and abroad. “Even inside the airport, there is no security,”…
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Jan
10
2025
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Onwa Ohafia Social Club Elects New Executive Members, Appoint Additional Board Of Trustees

Onwa Ohafia Social Club Elects New Executive Members, Appoint Additional Board Of Trustees

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, People & Events
The Executive Committee of Onwa Ohafia Social Club as constituted at its last AGM held at the High Park Garden, Amaekpu Ohafia on the 2nd of January, 2025. Onwa James Okoro Ulu - President Onwa Brown Onwuka Aki - Vice President Onwa Kalu Nkata Emetu - Secretary General Onwa Imo Ukwa - Asst Secretary General Onwa Uche Nwaoriaku - Financial Secretary Onwa Uduma Ijomah - Treasurer Onwa Uduma Nnate - Public Relations Officer/Spokesperson Onwa Amaechi - Provost Onwa Osonwa Mba - Welfare Officer. Onwa David Ukpabi - Asst. ProvostPlease note that the January 2nd elections marks the commencement date for…
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