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Feb
14
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
IGP Egbetokun Writes Senate On Missing Firearms, Requests ‘Closed-Door’ Probe

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…
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Feb
13
2025
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19,000 Illegal Immigrants Deported Under Labour Govt – UK Home Secretary

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…
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Feb
13
2025
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Senate: Ned Nwoko Gets New Appointment After Defecting To APC

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…
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Feb
13
2025
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Reps Summon Customs Comptroller General, Others Over Refusal To Retire

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…
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Feb
13
2025
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3,907 Arms Went Missing Before Egbetokun’s Tenure – Police Respond To Senate Panel

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…
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Feb
13
2025
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Crypto Space Agog As Pi Open Network Launches February 20

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…
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Feb
13
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Notorious Okija Shrine Sealed By Anambra State Government!

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…
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Feb
13
2025
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GODA Forge Stronger Security Ties With New 14 Brigade Commander, Ohafia

GODA Forge Stronger Security Ties With New 14 Brigade Commander, Ohafia

Abia North, News Flash, Politics, Security
GODA FORGE STRONGER SECURITY TIES WITH NEW 14 BRIGADE COMMANDER, OHAFIA The Director General of the Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA), Engr. Obinna Odum, alongside the Ohafia Local Government Chairman, Chief Eleanya Kalu, and other prominent government officials, yesterday paid a courtesy visit to the newly posted Brigadier General of the 14th Brigade, Ohafia. The high-level delegation visit, which included the presence of the Commissioner of Science and Technology, Hon. David Kalu; Secretary to Ohafia LGA, Dr. Celestine Ude; and GM., Abia State Road Traffic and Safety Management Agency, ARTSMA, Col. (Rtd) Ezichi, became a session for productive discussions focusing…
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Feb
12
2025
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Obingwa Labour Party Stakeholders Welcome Governor Otti For Flag-Off Of 12.6Km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete Umuoha-Oberete-Akirika Obu Road

Obingwa Labour Party Stakeholders Welcome Governor Otti For Flag-Off Of 12.6Km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete Umuoha-Oberete-Akirika Obu Road

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
Obingwa Labour Party Stakeholders Welcome Governor Otti for Flag-off of 12.6km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete Umuoha-Oberete-Akirika Obu Road We, the Obingwa Labour Party Stakeholders Forum, are pleased to welcome our dear and performing Governor, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR, to the flag-off ceremony of the 12.6km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete Umuoha-Oberete-Akirika Obu Road, taking place on.Wednesday, 12th February 2025, at Orie Agalaba. Your Excellency sir, we are grateful for your unwavering commitment to the development of Abia State, particularly Obingwa. Your administration's efforts to improve infrastructure, promote economic growth, and enhance the well-being of our people are truly commendable. This event in all ramifications…
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Feb
12
2025
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THE JOURNEY SO FAR: Foundation Projects Executed By Hon. Chief Ikenna Nicholas Ukwa

THE JOURNEY SO FAR: Foundation Projects Executed By Hon. Chief Ikenna Nicholas Ukwa

Abia State, Empowerment, Humanitarian, News Flash, Philanthropy
THE JOURNEY SO FAR: FOUNDATION PROJECTS EXECUTED BY HON. CHIEF IKENNA NICOLAS UKWA. The projects embarked upon by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , a distinguished public servant and philanthropist, under the auspices of his foundation, IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, which he co-founded with his wife, Lolo Jennifer Ukwa, have had a profound impacts on the lives of Ohafia people and beyond. His selfless endeavors to improve the lives of those around him demonstrate his deep understanding of the needs and challenges faced by his community. One of the most striking aspects of his Humanitarian Interventions projects is his focus…
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