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Jul

2024

President Tinubu Orders NNPC To Sell Crude Oil To Dangote Refinery In Naira

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President Tinubu Orders NNPC To Sell Crude Oil To Dangote Refinery In Naira. The President of the Federal Republic Of Nigeria Senator Ahmed Bola Tinubu has directed Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to sell crude oil to Dangote Refinery in Naira. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, made this known in a post via his official X handle on Monday.

Jul

2024

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Gov. Otti And Peter Obi Speaks On The Planned Hardship Protest In Nigeria

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Human Rights, News Flash, Politics

GOV. OTTI AND MR. PETER OBI SPEAKS ON THE PLANNED HARDSHIP PROTEST IN NIGERIA. The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, and the Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Presidential Election have expressed their views about the planned hardship protests by Nigerians beginning on August 1st. The two Political Leaders who have given Nigerians so much hope and believe in a better Nigeria spoke to the Press in the Country Home of Governor Otti at Umuehim Nvosi in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government area of Abia State after a Private Breakfast Meeting between both leaders. Both Leaders…

Jul

2024

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Gwo Gwo Gwo Gwon: A Dance Of Deception – By Oseni Rufai

Economy, Entertainment, News Flash, Politics

Gwo Gwo Gwon gwo:A Dance Of DeceptionOseni Rufai This dance has been trending for days. At every nook and crannies of the social media platforms, the dance steps are very prominent. Everyone wants to dance that dance of twisting of waist and raising of one leg. Turning thereafter to pursue themselves in a very comical manner. I have sat down to look at the sense in the dance as popularised by Brain Jotter, all I could see was a gregarious instinct of the masses and the craves to join the bandwagon. What is Gwo Gwo Ngwo? Gwo Gwo ngwo was…

Jul

2024

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Protest: ‘Reduce Rice To N20,000, Fuel To N200 Per Litre’ – Pastor Giwa Tells Tinubu

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Protest: ‘Reduce Rice To N20,000, Fuel To N200 Per Litre’ – Pastor Giwa Tells Tinubu The senior pastor of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, on Sunday urged President Bola to reduce the price of rice to N20,000 per bag and petrol to N200 per liter. Pastor Giwa also urged Tinubu to reopen all the land borders if he wants to tackle the challenges facing Nigerians. He made the appeal in a statement he personally signed. According to Giwa: “Meanwhile, I would like to implore President Bola Tinubu to do everything possible to reduce the price of…

Jul

2024

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BBNaija S9: Organizers Reveal Theme ‘No Loose Guard’

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BBNaija S9: Organisers Reveal Theme ‘No Loose Guard' The theme for Big Brother Naija Season 9 has been revealed as ‘No Loose Guard.’ The announcement was made by the host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, during the launch event on Sunday, where he also took viewers on a tour of the new house. Ebuka highlighted that this season features the largest house in the history of the reality show, attributed to the introduction of double housemates. He stated, “Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the brand-new Big Brother House, ‘No Loose Guard.’ “I mean, it’s a duo season; they’re coming in pairs. It’s the…

Jul

2024

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Obinna Oriaku A.K.A Ekwedike: A Serial Liar Who Lies With A Straight Face – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

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

Obinna Oriaku A.K.A. Ekwedike: A Serial Liar Who Lies With A Straight Face. 'Three Things Cannot Be Long Hidden: The Sun, The Moon, and The Truth' - Budha. There is absolutely no atom of truth about the illusionary and imaginary demolition of Abia State Liason Office, Abuja (Abia Lodge) or the fabricated N8 Billion Contract sum to Rebuild it. It is either the former Commissioner of Finance under the infamous and salary owing Ex-Governor Okezie Ikpeazu and a one time All Progressive Congress Gubernatorial Aspirant believes his daylight hallucination or is mistaken himself as the Executive Governor of Abia State;…

Jul

2024

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Soludo Mourns Senator Ubah: ‘Despite Our Political Differences, You Remained A Dear Younger Brother’

Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, News Flash, Obituary

Despite Our Political Differences, You Remained a Dear Younger Brother — Soludo Mourns Senator Ubah The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo has expressed grief over the death of the Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial Zone, Senator Dr. Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah. Ubah, an oil magnet, a member of the All Progressive Congress (APC), and governorship aspirant for the 2025 Anambra guber election, died on Saturday in a hotel in London, after reportedly battling an illness. Mourning the 52-year-old billionaire businessman and vibrant politician, Governor Soludo described it as shocking untimely, and a regrettable loss, especially as it is coming…

Jul

2024

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Abia To Get Befitting Government House, Says Gov. Otti As He Commissions Projects In Arochukwu LGA, Attends Coronation Ceremony Of The 9th Eze Aro

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

ABIA TO GET BEFITTING GOVERNMENT HOUSE, SAYS GOV. OTTI AS HE COMMISSIONS PROJECTS IN AROCHUKWU LGA, ATTENDS CORONATION CEREMONY OF THE 9TH EZE ARO. The Executive Governor of Abia State Dr. Alex Otti ,OFR has said that Abia State will soon have a befitting Government House as his administration plans to pull down dilapidated and decayed buildings in the not fit for purpose Government House left behind by his predecessor. Governor Otti stated this during the commissioning of some projects at Arochukwu Local Government Headquarters executed by the Mayor of Arochukwu LGA, Mazi Joe Ezearu. Speaking during the commissioning of…

Jul

2024

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Why ABIA Will Not Join The August 1 Hunger Protest – By Kazie Uko

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

WHY ABIA WILL NOT JOIN THE AUGUST 1 HUNGER PROTEST By Kazie Uko I am certain that neither the civil servants nor other public and private sector workers, traders and artisans in Abia State will join the march to protest the ravaging hunger in the land across Nigeria. My certainty is not based on the fact that the citizens and residents of Abia are insulated from the economic hardship that has driven Nigerians to the precipice. No, not at all. The hard effect of hunger and anger occasioned by the continuously rising cost of living is a national phenomenon that…

Jul

2024

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Otti’s Patriotism And Dedication: Midwifing A New Era Of Progress In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwu, Ph.D

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

Otti's Patriotism and Dedication: Midwifing a New Era of Progress in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D In the annals of Abia's history, many past leaders have fallen short of demonstrating the level of patriotism and dedication that Governor Otti has shown in his quest to transform the state. His unwavering commitment to the people and the state's development is a testament to his selfless leadership and vision for a brighter future. Since assuming office, Governor Otti has been the driving force behind Abia's transformation, leveraging his vast experience and expertise to midwife a new era of progress in the state. His…