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Oct

2024

Lagos 2027: Seyi Tinubu Ahead Others Including Deputy Governor To Succeed Sanwo-Olu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Lagos 2027: Seyi Tinubu Ahead Of Senator, Deputy Governor To Succeed Sanwo-Olu As the race for Lagos State’s governorship in 2027 intensifies, three key figures have emerged as frontrunners to succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Senator Tokunbo Abiru, Deputy Governor Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, and businessman Seyi Tinubu are all vying for the coveted position, according to a ThisDay report. Senator Abiru is known for his financial expertise, having transitioned from banking to politics seamlessly. His background and strategic engagement with Lagos business leaders have drawn attention, as he positions himself as a technocrat with the vision to propel Lagos forward.…

Oct

2024

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40 Persons Trapped In Abuja As Building Collapses

Abuja, Mishap, News Flash

40 Persons Trapped As Building Collapses In Abuja No fewer than 40 people are trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed on Saturday in the Sabon Lugbe area of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. As of press time, sympathizers and emergency workers are on-site, working to rescue those still caught beneath the debris. The building, reportedly under construction, collapsed in the early hours, prompting calls for immediate intervention from government agencies and emergency response teams. Witnesses at the scene have expressed urgency for additional support to aid ongoing rescue efforts. “No fewer than 40 persons are currently trapped…

Oct

2024

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The Politics Of Inclusiveness In ABIA State – A Beacon Of Hope For A Brighter Future – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

The Politics of Inclusiveness in Abia State - A Beacon of Hope for a Brighter Future Quietly embedded in the Eleanya Iro Campaign consultation yesterday, Saturday 26th October 2024, in Ohafia, I simply saw the essence for inclusiveness in Abia politics. I spent another 38 minutes, interviewing him on Abia State and politics in general. I saw a man whose association with the governor is divinely orchestrated. He espoused the need for all Abians to come together to prosecute a successful Abia. Envisioning UnityImagine a scenario where Labor Party, Zenith Labor Party, PDP, APC, APGA, and other parties put aside…

Oct

2024

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Much Ado About Nothing – By Kenneth Ahia SAN

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. By. Kenneth Ahia SAN To all my friends forwarding to me the trending orchestrated online onslaught against my firm and the government of Abia state, I say one thing, silence is the best answer in certain situations.I believe that clients , government or otherwise have unfettered right to brief any law firm of their choice and only the ones they can trust. Trust is earned over time . A legal fee is charged based on the complexity of the matter, the experience or skill of the lawyer, the quality of opposition and mostly the value of…

Oct

2024

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The Benefits Of Strategic Outsourcing In The Public Sector – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash

The Benefits of Strategic Outsourcing in the Public Sector My attention was drawn to a very robust, scholarly piece written by a fine gentleman who I describe as a self appointed critic of the state of Abia and the Executive Governor. In a recent WhatsApp spat, the celebrated Critic, a decorated former commissioner of finance in Abia State, warned me never to respond to his mails. I replied him kindly that his criticism are public materials and public non-material. I'll respond also in kind. I have enjoyed most sincerely defending the government on a daily basis, not because I want…

Oct

2024

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Abia NLC Misfires Again: Need For ABIA Workers To Call Their Leadership To Order

Abia State, Labour, News Flash

ABIA NLC MISFIRES AGAIN: NEED FOR ABIA WORKERS TO CALL THEIR LEADERSHIP TO ORDER The attention of Abia State government has been drawn to a letter sent to the Speaker of Abia State House of Assembly and jointly signed by the State Chairman and Secretary of NLC Abia State Chapter. The letter alleged that there's a Bill sent to the House of Assembly by the Executive Seeking to cede 90% of Local Government Funds to the State leaving the LGAs with 10%. Ordinarily, we wouldn't have bothered getting involved since the letter was written to the Legislative Arm of Government,…

Oct

2024

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Stop Talking Out Of Ignorance, Look For Something Else To Engage Yourself – Former ABIA Attorney General, Solo Akuma, SAN, Cautions Obinna Oriaku

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Abia State, News Flash

STOP TALKING OUT OF IGNORANCE, LOOK FOR SOMETHING ELSE TO ENGAGE YOURSELF-FORMER ABIA ARTONEY GENERAL, SOLO AKUMA, SAN, CAUTIONS OBINNA ORIAKU A Former Artoney General of Abia State, Chief Solo Akuma, SAN, has berated a Former Commisisoner for Finance, Mr. Obinna Oriaku over his media attacks against the state government for hiring the services of an External Senior Solicitor to handle her Contractual Agreement with a Construction Company, describing Mr. Oriaku's diatribes against the state as one driven by Ignorance. Mr. Oriaku who has been circulating the legal document on different media platforms with a mischievous intent to blackmail the…

Oct

2024

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Beyond The Noise: Seeking Truth In A Post-Truth World (Donald Trump Vs Alex Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash

Beyond the Noise: Seeking Truth in a Post-Truth World (Donald Trump vs Alex Otti) It's crucial to approach this comparison with critical thinking, considering multiple perspectives and facts. Regarding the claim that some President Trump's ministers or staff members may have expressed dissatisfaction or dislike towards Trump, it's essential to understand the broader context of his presidency and policies. Trump simply tore through certain bureaucratic way of reasoning and stated the facts clear and simple without massaging the truth. As for Governor Alex Otti, with so much information from multiple sources, defending each perspective convincingly, it's challenging to ignore the…

Oct

2024

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FGN Sends Strong Warning To Content Creators, Social Media Influencers

Entertainment, FGN, News Flash

Nigerian Government Sends Strong Warning To Content Creators, Social Media Influencer Federal Government has issued a stern warning to the new generation of content creators and social media influencers to moderate negative rhetoric about Nigeria. The government tasked them to prioritise the nation’s interests by upholding the highest ethical standards in the expression and delivery of their crafts. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, issued the warning on Friday in Abuja at an event to celebrate the National Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2024. The 2024 National Global Media and Information Literacy Week is themed “New…

Oct

2024

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A Mission To Inspire And Build The Next Generation Of Women Leaders – Gov. Otti’s Speech At The Workshop Of South East Zonal Women Judges

Abia State, Good Governance, Judiciary, News Flash

A MISSION TO INSPIRE AND BUILD THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN LEADERS Being the Text of an Address Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the Commencement of the South East Zonal Workshop of the National Association of Women Judges Nigeria at Umuahia on Friday, October 25, 2024 Protocols “Whatever you give to a woman, she will receive it, multiply it and give it back to you” Dr. Myles Munroe There is a new awakening to the unique capacity of women to offer quality leadership within institutions, taking bold initiatives in pursuit of outcomes that set new benchmarks of…