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Aug

2024

FG Distributes Free Cooking Gas Cylinders In Lagos

FG Distributes Free Cooking Gas Cylinders In Lagos The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, in collaboration with the Decade of Gas Initiative, on Monday, flagged off the distribution of free cooking gas cylinders to approximately 300 women in Lagos State. Speaking at the event held in Ikeja, Ekpo maintained that the distribution of cylinders is part of the government’s initiative to provide 1 million homes with access to clean cooking by the year 2030. According to him, President Bola Tinubu approved the initiative because he was concerned about the health of his people. He encouraged the…

Aug

2024

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Junior Pope: ‘Forgive Me, I’m Gradually Losing My Life’, Actress Adanma Luke Pleads With Nigerians

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Arts And Culture, News Flash

Junior Pope: ‘Forgive Me, I’m Gradually Losing My Life’, Actress Adanma Luke Pleads With Nigerians Nollywood actress and producer, Adanma Luke, has appealed for forgiveness from Nigerians over the tragic boat accident that resulted in the deaths of actor John Odonwodo, aka Junior Pope, and four others. In a video shared on her Instagram page on Monday, Luke, who was the producer of the movie titled “The Other Side of Life,” in which the crew were starring before their demise, stated that she has been depressed since the incident happened in April. She added that she’s gradually losing her life…

Aug

2024

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Tinubu Appoints New NIA, DSS Directors General

FGN, News Flash

Tinubu Appoints New NIA, DSS Directors General President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new directors-general of the National Intelligence Agency, NIA, and the Department of State Services, DSS. Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed is the new Director-General of the NIA, while Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi is the new Director-General of the DSS. Mohammed succeeds Ahmed Abubakar, who resigned from his position as the NIA Director-General on Saturday night. For the DSS, Ajayi replaces Yusuf Bichi, who was appointed by former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2018. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, made this known…

Aug

2024

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Abia North Political Projects Group/ATTNEWS Celebrates Ikenga Gburugburu Of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, Amb. Dr. Osita Offor – De Ultimate Commander @ 47

Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash

ABIA NORTH POLITICAL PROJECTS GROUP/ATTNEWS CELEBRATESIkenga Gburugbu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, Amb. Dr. Osita Offor -De Ultimate Commander @47* The BOT, Management and Members of ABIA NORTH POLITICAL PROJECTS, a pan ABIA North Political Think TANK celebrateHIGH CHIEF,AMB.DR.OSITA OFFOR. (IKENGA GBURUGBURU OF OHAFIA ANCIENT KINGDOM) A Strong Leader with Ability to guide and direct his followers towards a common goal to the betterment of Humanity. A man of INTEGRITY and Transparency: Honest, trustworthy, and open in decision-making . We are highly pleased to be associated with you. May this year's birthday usher in peace, and extravagant grace of God. Best…

Aug

2024

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Happy Birthday: Your Dedication To ABIA State’s Progress Is A Model For All Abians – UAAP

Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Your Dedication to Abia State’s Progress is a Model for All Abians – UAAP The leadership and members of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots Forum (UAAP) have extended heartfelt birthday wishes to their president, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, popularly known as "De Ultimate Commander." In a press release signed by UAAP’s Secretary General, Comrade Emenike Jason Iroegbu, the organization praised De Ultimate Commander as a rare and exceptional leader whose passion and commitment to the progress of Abia State should serve as a model for all Abians. "Amb. Dr. Osita Offor, 'De Ultimate Commander,' is truly a…

Aug

2024

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Abia State Task Force On Petroleum And Natural Resources Congratulates Hon. Chimereze Okeigbo Okoro(SA, IGR To Gov. Otti) On His Birthday

Abia State, Birthday, News Flash

Happy birthday to an extraordinary leader and an even more remarkable brother and friend, Hon. Chimereze Okeigbo Okoro! May God's unwavering faithfulness be your constant companion throughout the year ahead. You embody the qualities of a true leader, and your presence is a blessing to those around you. Here's to another year of shining bright, leading with wisdom, and inspiring others with your courage and heart. May God's love, favor, and guidance be with you every step of the way. Cheers to an amazing birthday and an incredible year ahead! Congratulations once more. Air Commodore Ifeanyi Azubuike(Rtd). Chairman

Aug

2024

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Flag-Off Of The Ohafia To Arochukwu Road (Highway) By His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR.

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Works

25-08-2024 PRESS RELEASE : FLAG-OFF OF THE OHAFIA TO AROCHUKWU ROAD (HIGHWAY) BY HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. ALEX CHIOMA OTTI, OFR. In line with the Accelerated and Even Development Agenda of the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, and the fulfillment of his Campaign Promise to Ndi Abia: You are cordially invited to witness the flag-off ceremony for the Construction of the Ohafia to Arochukwu Road (Highway) to reconnect Arochukwu back to the State and grant easy access to farmers to bring their farm produces to the State Markets. This epoch making event is scheduled…

Aug

2024

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My Voyage In ABIA State Government: A Journey Of Growth And Learning – By Godwin Okore

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

My Voyage In Abia State Government: A Journey of Growth and Learning By Godwin Okore Sequel to a painstaking selection process and interview session, my voyage into the Abia State Government as the Aide-De-Camp (ADC) to the Governor came to the fore on the 29th of May, 2023 at the Umuahia Township Stadium, the venue of the official inauguration and Swearing-in ceremony of Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR as the 4th democratically elected Governor of Abia State. The atmosphere of joy and excitement that heralded this moment was a palpable reflection of the unquenchable thirst of the Abia people for…

Aug

2024

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Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Subsidy Scam, Demands Release Of Detained PIDOMNigeria

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Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Subsidy Scam, Demands Release of Detained PIDOMNigeria Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has asked the Federal Government to explain why Oando Plc owned by the President’s nephew, got an accelerated approval to buy the onshore assets of AGIP and ENI while other transactions such as the Shell/Renaissance deal and the Mobil/Seplat continue to suffer delays. The former Vice President also slammed the Bola Tinubu administration for implementing a sham subsidy regime as revealed in the financial statement recently released by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) According to Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant…

Aug

2024

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Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja

Abuja, Crime, News Flash, Security

Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja Six persons were killed as tensions escalated at the Julius Berger area of Abuja on Sunday following a violent clash between members of the El Zakzaky movement, also known as Shiites, and officers of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command. Two police officers were among the dead, while several others sustained gunshot injuries, it was gathered. Chaos erupted when members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), identified as the Shiite group, allegedly attacked a police checkpoint at Wuse junction. According to officers from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police…