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Jan
18
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
How Suspected Yahoo Boys Kill EFCC Officer, Injure Another During Operation

How Suspected Yahoo Boys Kill EFCC Officer, Injure Another During Operation

Crime, News Flash, South East
How Suspected Yahoo Boys K¡ll EFCC Officer, Injure Another During Operation A yet-to-be-identified officer of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has been shot dead and another critically injured after suspected Internet fraudsters, known as Yahoo boys, opened fire on the anti-graft operatives in the Onitsha area of Anambra State. It was gathered that the incident which occurred on Friday, left some other persons around the scene sustaining varying degrees of injuries as they scampered to safety due to the unexpected gunshots. The operatives, who had travelled from the EFCC’s zonal headquarters in Enugu, were said to be on a…
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Jan
18
2025
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FG, States, LGAs Share N1.424 Trillion December 2024 FAAC Revenue

FG, States, LGAs Share N1.424 Trillion December 2024 FAAC Revenue

Abuja, Economy, FGN, News Flash
FG, States, LGAs Share ₦1.424 Trillion December 2024 FAAC Revenue A total sum of ₦1.424 trillion, being December 2024 Federation Accounts Revenue, has been shared among the Federal Government, States and Local Government Councils. The revenue was shared at the January 2025 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meeting held in Abuja. The Director of Press and Public Relations, Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), Bawa Mokwa, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. The ₦1.424 trillion total distributable revenue comprised distributable statutory revenue of ₦386.124 billion, distributable Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of ₦604.872 billion, Electronic Money…
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Jan
17
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
LGs Will Receive Direct Allocations From January – Presidency Affirms

LGs Will Receive Direct Allocations From January – Presidency Affirms

News Flash, Presidency
LGs Will Receive Direct Allocations From January – Presidency Affirms The Presidency has confirmed that from the end of January, local government areas in the country will receive their money directly from the Federal Allocation Account Committee. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, disclosed this in an interview on Arise News on Thursday night, saying President Bola Tinubu would ensure the local government autonomy. On July 11, 2024, the Supreme Court, in a unanimous judgment read by Justice Emmanuel Agbim, said “The state’s retention of the local government funds is unconstitutional. “Demands of…
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Jan
17
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Pastor Kumuyi Joins Global Leaders At Trump’s Inauguration, Champions Christian Unity

Pastor Kumuyi Joins Global Leaders At Trump’s Inauguration, Champions Christian Unity

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, Personality, Religion
Pastor Kumuyi Joins Global Leaders At Trump’s Inauguration, Champions Christian Unity As Washington, D.C. prepares for President Donald Trump’s second inauguration on January 20, Pastor William Kumuyi, one of Christianity’s most influential leaders, will be in attendance. This was revealed in a statement by A. Larry Ross Communications, a U.S.-based communications outfit. The founder and General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM), Kumuyi leads one of the world’s largest churches based in Lagos, Nigeria, and is renowned for his impactful teachings and global evangelistic reach. Kumuyi’s presence highlights the significance of religious freedom and Christian unity at a time…
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Jan
17
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
EFCC To Arraign Oba Otudeko, Former First Bank MD Onasanya On Monday For N12.3 Billion Alleged Fraud

EFCC To Arraign Oba Otudeko, Former First Bank MD Onasanya On Monday For N12.3 Billion Alleged Fraud

Crime, CBN/Commercial Banking, News Flash
EFCC To Arraign Oba Otudeko, Former First Bank MD Onasanya On Monday For N12.3 Billion Alleged Fraud The Federal High Court in Lagos has fixed Monday, January 20, 2025, for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to arraign the Chairman of Honeywell Group, Chief Oba Otudeko and a former First Bank Managing Director, Stephen Olabisi Onasanya, for allegedly looting N12.3billion from First Bank. Otudeko – former Chairman of First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) Holdings – and Onasanya are to be arraigned alongside a former board member of Honeywell Soji Akintayo and a firm, Anchorage Leisure Limited connected to Otudeko.…
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Jan
17
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Jubilation As Israel, Hamas ‘Reach Ceasefire Deal’ To End 15 Months Gaza War

Jubilation As Israel, Hamas ‘Reach Ceasefire Deal’ To End 15 Months Gaza War

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, War, World News
Jubilation As Israel, Hamas ‘Reach Ceasefire Deal’ To End 15 Months Gaza War AttNews yesterday through it's Contributing Editor Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke reported that Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal to end the 15 months of war in Gaza. Quoting sources, the BBC said the deal follows months of talks with Qatar being one of the key mediators. Two days ago, an official familiar with the negotiations said mediators gave Israel and Hamas a final draft of a deal on Monday to end the war in Gaza. The official said the “breakthrough” was reached after midnight.…
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Jan
17
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Otti Advocates Multi-Faceted Approach In Combating Drug Abuse, Assures Support For NDLEA

Otti Advocates Multi-Faceted Approach In Combating Drug Abuse, Assures Support For NDLEA

Abia State, Crime, Good Governance, News Flash
OTTI ADVOCATES MULTI-FACETED APPROACH IN COMBATING DRUG ABUSE, ASSURES SUPPORT FOR NDLEA. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has advocated a multi-faceted approach with intelligence-driven strategies in combating the menace of drug abuse in Nigeria. Governor Otti was speaking on Thursday 16th January, when he received in audience, a delegation of the new State Commander, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in the State, Nnadi Wilfred. He noted the evolving nature of drug menace and its impacts on criminal activities. The Governor also underscored the need for collaborative efforts between Government and Security Agencies in combating all forms of crime and…
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Jan
17
2025
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You Are A Champion Of The Disabilities Community In Nigeria, Gufwan Tells Gov. Otti As He Approves Facility For Their Zonal Office

You Are A Champion Of The Disabilities Community In Nigeria, Gufwan Tells Gov. Otti As He Approves Facility For Their Zonal Office

Abia State, Good Governance, Hospitality, News Flash
YOU ARE A CHAMPION OF THE DISABILITIES COMMUNITY IN NIGERIA, GUFWAN TELLS GOV. OTTI AS OTTI APPROVES FACILITY FOR ZONAL OFFICE. The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the National Commission For Persons Living with Disabilities, Hon. Ayuba Gufwan, says that Governor Alex Otti is the champion of the disabilities community in Nigeria. Hon. Ayuba Gufwan was speaking on behalf of his colleagues when they paid a working visit to Governor Alex Otti in the State. He commended the Governor for his friendly disposition toward persons living with disabilities and appreciated the fact that the Governor established a commission…
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Jan
15
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Honour, Courage And Patriotism: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations And Remembrance Day

Honour, Courage And Patriotism: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations And Remembrance Day

Abia State, Armed Forces, Good Governance, News Flash
HONOUR, COURAGE AND PATRIOTISM Being the Text of a Speech Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance Day on January 15, 2025 at the Armed Forces Remembrance Arcade, Umuahia Protocols, The stability, development and future of any nation is determined in large part by its ability to defend itself against external and internal threats, effectively protecting its borders while keeping the citizens safe and secured from all forms of aggression. With the rising number of well-funded radical groups across the world and the increasing desperation of non-state actors to disrupt the global…
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Jan
15
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Urgent Plea For Action: Abam Community Call For ABIA State Government’s Swift Action On Resolved Land Dispute

Urgent Plea For Action: Abam Community Call For ABIA State Government’s Swift Action On Resolved Land Dispute

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, News Flash, Security
Abam Community Call For ABIA State Government's Swift Action on Resolved Land Dispute. In the heart of Abia State, the Ndi Ojiugwo Autonomous Community in Abam, Arochukwu Local Government Area, is fervently appealing to Governor Alex Otti for immediate intervention in a long-standing land dispute. The community, led by President General Mr. Ikwan Ebe Uka, is seeking the governor’s assistance to implement the Supreme Court’s decision regarding the Ogbuebulu Rice Farm land. During a recent press briefing, Mr. Uka expressed the community’s urgent need for the government to expedite the process. “We are calling on Governor Otti to act swiftly,”…
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