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Nov
18
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
President Tinubu Sacks Top Government Official, Appoints Another

President Tinubu Sacks Top Government Official, Appoints Another

FGN, News Flash, Politics
President Tinubu Sacks Top Government Official, Appoints Another President Bola Tinubu has sacked Nura Sani Kangiwa as Director-General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR). Sani Kangiwa was appointed NIHOTOUR DG in September 2020 by former president, Muhammadu Buhari. Though no official reason was provided for the dismissal, it is possible that his tenure had come to an end. It may also be part of President Tinubu’s broader efforts to refresh leadership and ensure renewed focus in key government agencies. In his place, President Tinubu on Thursday last week appointed Abisoye Fagade as the new Director-General of NIHOTOUR.…
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Nov
18
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
A Governor And His Strategic Mayors 111 – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Governor And His Strategic Mayors 111 – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash
A Governor and his Strategic Mayors III I read an article titled: Gov. Alex Otti's Alleged 'Authoritarian' policies spark outrage among Abia State Local Government Officials as Chairmen decry new restrictions on appointment, salary caps, and revenue seizure. The author reported that during a closed door meeting on November 13, 2024, there were new Instructions read out by the honorable commissioner of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Prince Uzor Nwachukwu. The author's skillful report can be summarized thus:Restrictions on Appointments:Prohibition on Chairmen appointing key officials, including the Secretary to the Local Government Council. Only the Chief of Staff and a…
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Nov
17
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
ONDO 2024: APC Wins Again: Tinubu Tells PDP, Others To Go To Court If Dissatisfied

ONDO 2024: APC Wins Again: Tinubu Tells PDP, Others To Go To Court If Dissatisfied

News Flash, Politics
Ondo 2024: APC Wins Again; Tinubu Tells PDP, Others To Go To Court If Dissatisfied President Bola Tinubu has urged candidates dissatisfied with the outcome of the Ondo State governorship election to explore the opportunities provided by the judicial system to seek redress. President Tinubu who congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) also commended the peaceful conduct of the process. The President congratulated other candidates of the 17 political parties for the maturity and sense of purpose demonstrated during the campaigns and the election, attributing the success of the polls to the civility in the state.…
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Nov
17
2024
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NETWORKING FOR PROGRESS: Dr Otti And Mr Obi Connect With Global Thought Leaders At Yale – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

NETWORKING FOR PROGRESS: Dr Otti And Mr Obi Connect With Global Thought Leaders At Yale – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
Networking for Progress: Dr Otti and Mr Obi connect with global thought leaders at Yale Peter Obi was recently at Yale University as a speaker at the Chinua Achebe Leadership in Africa Forum. This prestigious event aims to promote leadership and governance in Africa, aligning with Obi's expertise and experience. As a respected leader and private sector titan, his participation in such forums facilitates knowledge sharing and networking with global thought leaders.Peter Obi's Yale visit was quite the event! He shared valuable insights on effective governance and leadership. On Effective Governance, Obi emphasized the importance of good governance in Africa's…
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Nov
17
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Bobrisky: EFCC, National Assembly Of Nigeria In Trouble As Bobrisky Sues For Enforcement Of Fundamental Human Rights

Bobrisky: EFCC, National Assembly Of Nigeria In Trouble As Bobrisky Sues For Enforcement Of Fundamental Human Rights

Gossips, Judiciary, News Flash
Bobrisky Sues EFCC, National Assembly Of Nigeria Popular crossdresser, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky, has taken legal action against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Assembly at the Federal High Court in Lagos. In a suit marked FHC/L/CS/****/2024, the crossdresser is seeking enforcement of his fundamental rights as enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution and the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights. Bobrisky, through his counsel, filed the application following alleged harassment, defamation, and rights violations stemming from an investigation into corruption allegations against the EFCC and the Nigerian Correctional Services. The allegations were…
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Nov
17
2024
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Indian Prime Minister, Modi Arrives Nigeria

Indian Prime Minister, Modi Arrives Nigeria

FGN, International, News Flash
India Prime Minister, Modi Lands In Nigeria The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi has arrived in Abuja, the Nigeria’s Capital. He was welcomed by Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, and other dignitaries. Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day State visit to Nigeria arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Ahmadu Bello Airport a few minutes ago. The last Indian leader to visit Nigeria was Dr. Manmohan Singh in 2007.FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, welcoming the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi to Nigeria. Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day State visit to Nigeria arrived at the Presidential…
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Nov
17
2024
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Don’t Hike Prices Of Food Items During Xmas, New Year Celebration – Oluremi Tinubu Appeals To Market Women

Don’t Hike Prices Of Food Items During Xmas, New Year Celebration – Oluremi Tinubu Appeals To Market Women

Business, Economy, FGN, News Flash
Don’t Hike Prices Of Food Items During Xmas, New Year Celebration – Oluremi Tinubu Appeals To Market Women As the Yuletide season draws nearer, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has appealed to market women to refrain from unfair hike in prices of food items during the festive season. This is as the President’s wife has inaugurated a 3.1 kilometer runway at the Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo International Airport, Onueke, Ebonyi State. She performed the ceremony on the margins of her visit to the state where she attended the 2024 Ebonyi Women’s Day Celebration. She was joined at the inauguration ceremony…
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Nov
16
2024
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Governor Otti’s Fireside Chat At Yale: 5 Takeaways – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha(CPS To Gov. Otti)

Governor Otti’s Fireside Chat At Yale: 5 Takeaways – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha(CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, People & Events
Governor Alex Otti’s Fireside Chat at Yale: 5 Takeaways Abia State Governor, Dr Alex C. Otti, OFR was at Yale University this Friday for an event in honour of the great Chinua Achebe whose life and legacy are becoming objects of great intellectual interests around the world. Here are 5 quick takeaways from Governor Otti’s outing: Abia State has become an oasis in a very large desert: These are very difficult times to be a Nigerian with a near interminable flow of very disturbing reports —inflation is officially at nearly 40% but many informed commentators put the real inflation figures…
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Nov
15
2024
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FGN Sends Over 600 Delegates To Climate Summit, Atiku’ s Camp Blasts Tinubu

FGN Sends Over 600 Delegates To Climate Summit, Atiku’ s Camp Blasts Tinubu

FGN, Environment, News Flash
FG Sends Over 600 Delegates To Climate Summit, Atiku’s Camp Blasts Tinubu Paul Ibe, media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has accused the Bola Tinubu-led government of “preaching austerity while indulging in excess.” Ibe was reacting to media reports that the Tinubu administration sponsored 634 delegates to the ongoing #COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan. The reports also revealed that the Nigerian delegation spent a staggering N866 million in flight expenses alone. Writing on X, Ibe stated: “Under the stewardship of President Tinubu, Nigeria has sadly garnered notoriety on the global stage, setting Guinness World Records albeit for…
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