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Dec

2024

OBU OHAFIA Holds Ohafia LGA Unity Marathon 2024 On 29th December (Read Details)

Abia North, Health, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Sports

OBU OHAFIA Holds Ohafia LGA Unity Marathon 2024 On 29th December (Read Details) OBU Ohafia has scheduled OHAFIA LGA MARATHON for December 29, 2024 in Ohafia LGA, Abia State. Time: 7am to 10am. According to the Local Organizing Committee Chairman, Chief Ibe Ojo, Obu Ohafia Association is a human development and ifra-techno progression group consistent with their obligations to promote human and infrastructural developments andcohesion among our communities and individuals through conceptualized interfaces that encourage prosperity in our communities while promoting our rich cultural heritage. The Marathon aims to promote physical fitness, enhance community spirit, and encourage healthy lifestyles and…

Dec

2024

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Breaking! History Made As Hon. Evoh Okechukwu Of Ebonyi State Win The Presidency Of The National Councillors Forum Of Nigeria

News Flash, LGA, Politics

Breaking! History made as Hon. Evoh Okechukwu becomes the first South East representative to win the presidency of the National Councillors Forum of Nigeria! Hon. Evoh Okechukwu, has been elected the President of the National Councillors Forum of Nigeria. He has recently shared some exciting updates as well. As the leader of the forum, which comprises approximately 8,806 councillors across Nigeria's 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs), Hon. Okechukwu highlighted the significant presence of councillors from the South East region at a recent gathering. Notably, out of the 6,417 councillors in attendance, 10 were from the South East, with 2 from…

Dec

2024

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Christmas Funfair: Mrs. Otti Celebrates ABIA Children, Talks Tough Against Child Trafficking

Abia State, Entertainment, Environment, Good Governance, News Flash

Christmas Funfair: Mrs. Otti Celebrates Abia Children, talks tough against child trafficking. The Wife of the Governor of Abia State, Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti, has described children as the greatest treasure of parenthood, emphasizing that their safety, well-being, and future are non-negotiable. Mrs. Otti made this statement yesterday at the Government House, Umuahia, during a special Christmas party organized to celebrate the children of Abia State. She noted that Christmas is a season of joy, love, and sharing—a time to extend compassion to those around us, particularly children. “This season reminds us of the importance of creating a world where…

Dec

2024

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Governor Otti Pays Condolence Visit To Late Adaelu’s Family, Says Nsulu Communities That Donated Land For Airport Project Would Be Duly Compensated

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

GOVERNOR OTTI PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO LATE ADAELU'S FAMILY, SAYS NSULU COMMUNITIES THAT DONATED LAND FOR AIRPORT PROJECT WOULD BE DULY COMPENSATED. The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has reassured that members of the Nsulu communities that donated their lands for the recently flagged off Abia Airport Project, Nsulu, in Isiala Ngwa North LGA would be duly compensated as his Administration had always done in other areas where people parted with their lands for government projects. Governor Otti gave the reassurance on Friday, 20th December, during a friendly discussion with the family of late Elderstatesman,…

Dec

2024

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Court Reinstates Suspended Edo LGA Chairs, Deputies

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics

Court Reinstates Suspended Edo LG Chairs, Deputies An Edo State High Court in Benin has ordered the reinstatement of the suspended 18 local government chairmen and vice chairmen in the state. The presiding judge, Justice Efe Ikponmwonba, granted the order following a suit instituted by the affected chairmen and vice chairmen. The court however restrained Governor Monday Okpebholo and Edo State Government, Attorney General of the State and Commissioner for Justice, Accountant General of the State, among others from acting on the resolution of the state House of Assembly suspending the claimants. Justice Ikponmwonba also ordered that the status quo,…

Dec

2024

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Bomb Explosion Rocks Nigeria State

Mishap, News Flash, Northern Nigeria

Bomb Explosion Rocks Niger State A bomb explosion in Bassa community, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, reportedly claimed the life of one person and left four others seriously injured on Thursday morning. The victims, who were on their way to the farm when the explosion occurred, suffered severe injuries, with all the injured reportedly losing their legs due to the blast’s impact. Ahmed Almustapha, a relative of the victims, disclosed that three of the injured were siblings. The injured persons were rushed to the IBB Specialist Hospital for treatment. The exact type of bomb involved in the incident…

Dec

2024

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Year 2025 To Witness More Infrastructural Development – President Tinubu

FGN, Infrastructure, News Flash, Politics, Presidency

Year 2025 To Witness More Infrastructural Development – Tinubu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians of more infrastructural development projects that have a direct bearing on the people, especially road networks across the country. The President gave this assurance through the Minister of State for Works, Mohammed Bello Goronyo, during a courtesy visit to Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Nasir Idris, on Wednesday. He stated that the ongoing construction of the superhighway from Sokoto to Badagry is a testimony to President Tinubu’s commitment to Nigerian projects. The Minister described President Tinubu as a leader ready to serve the people of…

Dec

2024

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EFCC Invites Suspended Edo Local Government Chairmen For Questioning

Crime, News Flash, Politics

EFCC Invites Suspended Edo Local Govt Chairmen For Questioning The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited the suspended chairpersons of the 18 local councils in Edo State to its office for interrogation. The EFCC invitation was contained in a letter by the agency’s Director of Investigation, Abdulkarim Chukkol, and addressed to the Secretary to the Edo State Government. In a letter dated 17 December, Mr Chukkol directed the chairpersons of Akoko-Edo, Egor, Esan Central, Esan North East, Esan South East, and Esan West to report to its office on Thursday, 19 December (today). Others also expected at the…

Dec

2024

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House Of Reps To Present N704.91 Million Half-Year Salary Donation To President Tinubu Dec. 31

Economy, National Assembly, News Flash, Politics

House Of Reps To Present N704.91 Million Half-Year Salary Donation To President Tinubu Dec 31 The House of Representatives on Thursday announced plans to submit the sum of N704.91m for the use of vulnerable Nigerians owing to the economic hardship occasioned by the removal of subsidy from petrol on December 31, 2024, to President Tinubu. Recall that on July 18, the House resolved to slash 50 per cent of their salaries for six months to address the challenges faced by ordinary Nigerians, following the adoption of a motion moved during a plenary session. Addressing his colleagues during Thursday’s plenary, Mr…

Dec

2024

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Enye Ndi Ebea: Wike Revokes FCT Lands Of Buhari, Abbas, Akume, Others

Abuja, Infrastructure, Metro, News Flash, Urban Planning/ Lands

Enye Ndi Ebea: Wike Revokes FCT Lands Of Buhari, Abbas, Akume, Others The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has revoked lands belonging to former President Muhammed Buhari, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. Also, 759 other prominent figures and organisations in Maitama II, Abuja. were also affected by the revocation which was for non-payment of Certificate of Occupancy. This was contained in a publication by the FCT Administration and made available to Channels Television by the Special Adviser to the FCT Minister,…