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Nov
06
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
‘Africa’s Most Infamous Presidential Election Loser’ – APC Blasts Atiku

‘Africa’s Most Infamous Presidential Election Loser’ – APC Blasts Atiku

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
‘Africa’s Most Infamous Presidential Election Loser’ – APC Blasts Atiku The ruling All Progressives Congress, on Tuesday, launched a renewed attack on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing him as an infamous election loser. The National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Abuja. Morka was reacting to Monday’s claim by the former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate that he didn’t lose the 2023 election. In a post via his official X handle, Atiku posted that the mandate was ‘criminally stolen’ from him. However, the APC spokesman stated that nobody…
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Nov
06
2024
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Abia’s Brightest Minds Support Dr. Otti As He Pledges To Restore The State To It’s Former Glory – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia’s Brightest Minds Support Dr. Otti As He Pledges To Restore The State To It’s Former Glory – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance, News Flash
Abia's Brightest Minds Support Dr Otti Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, the Governor of Abia State, has made a remarkable impression on the people of Nigeria, particularly the youth. In a recent WhatsApp poll, 35 random students from the 5 South Eastern states of Nigeria voted him as their top choice, surpassing expectations. As the fifth democratically elected Governor of Abia State, Dr. Otti has pledged to rebuild and restore the state to its former glory. His campaign theme, "Weep No More, Help is Here," resonated with the people, who have been waiting for a leader to bring positive change.…
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Nov
05
2024
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Let Every Igbo Join The Clarion Movement For Creation Of Anioma State – United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide

Let Every Igbo Join The Clarion Movement For Creation Of Anioma State – United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, South East, South South
UNITED IGBO ELDERS COUNCIL(UNIEC) WORLDWIDE. JOURNEY TO ANIOMA STATE From Anioma Stakeholders Summit, Asaba, 31st August, 2024.TO Igbo Elders And Stakeholders Mega Summit, Enugu, December 2024. The Igbo are indigenous and aboriginal in 13 contiguous States of Nigeria, as follows: Abia State Akwa Ibom State Anambra State Bayelsa State Benue State Cross River State Delta State Ebonyi State Edo State Enugu State Imo State Kogi State Rivers State. As parts of the genocide against the Igbo people between 1966-1970, the then Head of State of Nigeria, General Yakubu Gowon, (Rtd) balkanized the survived ethnic nationality into bits and pieces. He…
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Nov
05
2024
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Otti-Wave State Machinery Revolutionizing ABIA – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Otti-Wave State Machinery Revolutionizing ABIA – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash
The Otti-led Wave machinery is revolutionizing the statecraft in Abia by enabling the building of structures from the grassroots up. These innovative approaches to governanace is taking center stage in 17 LGAs, particularly in developing communities where infrastructure development is crucial. Empowering Local CommunitiesOtti Wave machinery is designed to operate efficiently in challenging environments, making it an ideal solution and approach to delivering good governance in rural or hard-to-reach areas. By leveraging this mindset, local communities can take ownership of their development, creating infrastructure that meets their specific needs. Key Benefits of the Otti-led Wave Machinery Increased Efficiency: This grassroot…
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Nov
05
2024
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Open Door Policy For Development That Matters: Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Open Door Policy For Development That Matters: Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash
Open Door Policy for Development that Matters: Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu's commitment to maintaining an open door policy in Ohafia Local Government Area is a breath of fresh air. After a remarkable inauguration and an in-depth 49-minute telephone chat, it's clear that his priority is delivering development to the people. Key Drivers of Open Door Policy Transparency and Accountability: By keeping lines of communication open, Chief Ojuu Kalu ensures that the community is informed about ongoing projects and initiatives. Collaboration and Feedback: This approach encourages active participation from residents, allowing them to contribute ideas…
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Nov
05
2024
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A Governor And His Mayors: Part Two – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Governor And His Mayors: Part Two – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash
A Governor and His Mayors: Part Two In our previous publication, A Governor and his Mayors: Part One we highlighted the exceptional qualities Governor Alex Otti deployed in selecting transitional local government Chairmen, dubbed "Mayors," to oversee Abia State's 17 local governments. Their inauguration marked a significant milestone in the state's history. The Mayors' outstanding performance sparked widespread acclaim, with many clamoring for their return in the forthcoming local government elections. However, Governor Otti opted for fresh faces, seeking candidates with public and private sector experience to drive development in the local governments. Unfortunately, this decision drew criticism from some…
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Nov
05
2024
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‘They Wanted Me’ – Equatorial Guinea’s ANIF Director Caught In Sex Scandal Involving Several Women Reacts

‘They Wanted Me’ – Equatorial Guinea’s ANIF Director Caught In Sex Scandal Involving Several Women Reacts

Foreign Affairs, Love & Life, News Flash
‘They Wanted Me,’ Equatorial Guinea’s ANIF Director Caught in Sex Scandal Involving Multiple Women Reacts ‘They Wanted Me,’ Equatorial Guinea’s ANIF Director Caught in Sex Scandal Involving Multiple Women Reactswritten by Beyondboders November 4, 2024Baltasar Ebang Engonga, head of Equatorial Guinea’s National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), is at the centre of a serious scandal involving intimate videos with multiple women. Engonga was reportedly filmed with different women, including his brother’s wife, a cousin, and even a relative of the country’s President. Popular social media critic Martins Ortse, known as VeryDarkMan, revealed these videos on his Instagram page. Authorities found the…
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Nov
04
2024
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Let Every Igbo Join The Movement For Creation Of Anioma State – By United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide

Let Every Igbo Join The Movement For Creation Of Anioma State – By United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) Worldwide

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics, South East, South South
UNITED IGBO ELDERS COUNCIL(UNIEC) WORLDWIDE. JOURNEY TO ANIOMA STATE From Anioma Stakeholders Summit, Asaba, 31st, August, 2024.TO Igbo Elders And Stakeholders Mega Summit, Enugu, December 2024. The Igbo are indigenous and aboriginal in 13 contiguous States of Nigeria, as follows: Abia State Akwa Ibom State Anambra State Bayelsa State Benue State Cross River State Delta State Ebonyi State Edo State Enugu State Imo State Kogi State Rivers State. During the genocide against the Igbo, Gowon divided the survivors into bits and pieces scattered into various States as politically weak and ineffective entities to be eternally suppressed, cruelly annihilated, marginalized, exploited,…
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Nov
04
2024
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President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers

President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers

Abuja, FGN, News Flash, Politics
President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers President Bola Tinubu has sworn in seven newly-appointed ministers at the Council Chambers in Abuja. The new ministers were sworn-in today, 4th of November, 2024 after Mr Tinubu reshuffled his cabinet. The ministers are Dr Nentawe Yilwatda – Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction; Muhammadu Dingyadi – Minister of Labour and Employment; Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu – Minister of State Foreign Affairs. “Others are Dr Jumoke Oduwole – Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (Trade and Investment), Idi Maiha – Minister of Livestock Development; Yusuf Ata – Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development;…
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Nov
04
2024
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EFCC Arrest Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa

EFCC Arrest Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa

Crime, News Flash, Politics
EFCC Arrests Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly arrested the immediate past governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa. According to THE WILL, Okowa was taken into custody in Port Harcourt, Rivers State(Zonal Office) over alleged misappropriation and embezzlement of billions of naira belonging to Delta state during his tenure as governor. The EFCC is yet to officially confirm the arrest of the former governor who presided over the state from May 2015 to May 2019. Recall that Okowa was the vice presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the…
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