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Dec
06
2023
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By Abia ThinkTank
” No Going Back On Fencing Of Cattle Market, Umuchieze In Abia State” – Abia State Governor, Alex Otti Reaffirms

” No Going Back On Fencing Of Cattle Market, Umuchieze In Abia State” – Abia State Governor, Alex Otti Reaffirms

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Security
“NO GOING BACK ON FENCING OF CATTLE MARKET, UMUCHIEZE IN ABIA STATE” — Abia State Governor, Alex Otti Re-affirms Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, has vowed that there is no going back in the resolve of his administration to fence the regional Cattle Market Umuchieze as part of the necessary measures to improve security in the area. Gov Otti who made the vow while responding to a question during a media parley in Umuahia, said the proposal had not been dropped contrary to speculations in some quarters. He explained that the fund involved in the project required bidding in…
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Dec
05
2023
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Osun First Lady Clarifies Viral Video Of Police Orderly Wearing Her Jewellery

Osun First Lady Clarifies Viral Video Of Police Orderly Wearing Her Jewellery

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash
Osun First Lady Clarifies Viral Video Of Police Orderly Wearing Jewellery On Her In response to the controversy surrounding a video showing a policewoman orderly assisting the First Lady of Osun State, Mrs. Titilayo Adeleke, with her jewellery, the First Lady’s office has issued a statement clarifying the situation. The video, which went viral over the weekend, depicted the policewoman orderly, dressed in uniform, picking up earrings and fixing them on Mrs. Adeleke’s ears while she sat on the arm of a couch. The incident sparked criticism from some who viewed it as an inappropriate use of police resources and…
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Dec
05
2023
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By Abia ThinkTank
Nigerian Billionaire’s Company Hands Over N336bn Bridge To Federal Government After Completion Tuesday, December 05, 2023

Nigerian Billionaire’s Company Hands Over N336bn Bridge To Federal Government After Completion Tuesday, December 05, 2023

FGN, News Flash, Works
Nigerian Billionaire's Company Hands Over N336bn Bridge to Nigerian Government After Completion Tuesday, December 05, 2023 The federal government has received the Second Niger Bridge valued at N336 billion from Julius Berger. The project is a 1.6-kilometre bridge that runs from Anambra state through to Delta state Filling stations, restaurants, supper markets, and other facilities are expected to follow the project. The Second Niger Bridge, valued at N336 billion, has been officially handed over to the Federal Government. The project was delivered by renowned construction company Julius Berger, which Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga partially owns. Nigeria's minister of Works highlighted…
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Dec
05
2023
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By Abia ThinkTank
We Are Focused On Delivering Good Governance To Our People – Gov Otti

We Are Focused On Delivering Good Governance To Our People – Gov Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash
WE ARE FOCUSED ON DELIVERING GOOD GOVERNANCE TO OUR PEOPLE - GOV OTTI Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, says his government is focused on delivering good governance to the people of the State. Governor Otti spoke on Monday when he met with a delegation of Bulgarian diplomats led by the Ambassador of Bulgaria to Nigeria, His Excellency, Yanko Yordanov. He said that his government was very serious and focused on impacting positively on the lives of the people of the state. "The government we have in Abia State right now is a very serious government. We are focused…
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Dec
05
2023
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Nasir El-Rufai Floats $100m Firm To Nurture Startups

Nasir El-Rufai Floats $100m Firm To Nurture Startups

Abuja, Business, News Flash
Rufai floats $100m firm to nurture startups The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, on Monday, announced that his venture capital/private equity firm, Afri-Venture Capital Company Limited, will begin operations in 2024. According to a post on his X handle, El-Rufai said through the firm, he hopes to finance, nurture, and mentor Nigerian innovators and entrepreneurs to become the next Dangote Group shortly. He further stated that the plan was to launch a $100 million venture capital fund for startups in Nigeria, particularly those in the Kaduna tech ecosystem, adding that he would be working with private sector…
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Dec
05
2023
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COP28: You Turned Dubai Summit To Owambe Party – Atiku Slams Tinubu

COP28: You Turned Dubai Summit To Owambe Party – Atiku Slams Tinubu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Politics
COP28: You turned Dubai summit to Owanbe party – Atiku slams Tinubu The 2023 Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has weighed in on the controversy that has trailed Nigeria’s huge number of delegates at the ongoing COP28 Climate Change Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Nigeria has over 1,400 delegates at the conference, a development that has drawn the ire of the citizens who have constantly been admonished to make sacrifices and tighten their belt. Reacting to the development, Atiku criticized President Bola Tinubu over his huge entourage, saying the action of the government is at variance…
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Dec
05
2023
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COP28: FGN Caters To ‘Tiny Portion’ Of Delegates, Tinubu Slams Critics, Denies Wasteful Spending On Entourage

COP28: FGN Caters To ‘Tiny Portion’ Of Delegates, Tinubu Slams Critics, Denies Wasteful Spending On Entourage

FGN, Foreign Affairs, News Flash
COP28: FG Caters To ‘Tiny Portion’ Of Delegates, Tinubu Slams Critics, Denies Wasteful Spending On Entourage The President Bola Tinubu administration on Sunday denied sponsoring over 1,000 delegates to participate at the Conference of the Party (COP28) climate change summit in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The federal government added that it only sponsored a ‘tiny portion’ of delegates to the event. Some critics on social media criticised the federal government’s alleged wasteful spending after several reports emerged showing the delegates list by visiting countries. The delegates that graced this year’s summit in Dubai is arguably one of the largest…
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Dec
04
2023
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A Moment Of Honour And Commitment As I Step Into The Embrace Of The All Progressive Congress(APC) – Senator Ifeanyi Uba’s Speech On Joining APC Last Saturday.

A Moment Of Honour And Commitment As I Step Into The Embrace Of The All Progressive Congress(APC) – Senator Ifeanyi Uba’s Speech On Joining APC Last Saturday.

News Flash, Politics, South East
A MOMENT OF HONOUR AND COMMITMENT AS I STEP INTO THE EMBRACE OF THE ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) Ndị be anyị, On Saturday, December 2, 2023 in the company of the Director-General of South-East Governors Forum Senator Uche Ekwunife, CON, I was formally received into our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) by the leadership of the party in Anambra State. The epic event which took place at Finotel Hotel, Awka afforded me the opportunity to express my gratitude to the party leaders and members for accepting me into their fold. I am deeply honoured to be a member…
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Dec
04
2023
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Your ‘Permitted Lawlessness’ During Buhari’s Administration Won’t Be Tolerated In This Regime – Igboho Fires Fresh Warning To Miyatti Allah

Your ‘Permitted Lawlessness’ During Buhari’s Administration Won’t Be Tolerated In This Regime – Igboho Fires Fresh Warning To Miyatti Allah

Crime, News Flash, Security
Your ‘Permitted Lawlessness’ During Buhari’s Administration Won’t Be Tolerate – Igboho Fires Fresh Warning To Miyatti Allah Yoruba nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Sunday, took on the National President of Miyetti Allah, Kautal Hore, Abdullahi Bello Bodejo, for dismissing his recent quit notice to Fulani herders to vacate the Southwest. He said the nation’s constitution does not support mindless killings of farmers, vicious rape of their wives and destruction of farmlands, which were rampant during the immediate past administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, stressing that President Bola Tinubu will not tolerate such unwholesome developments.…
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Dec
04
2023
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I Look Forward To Working With You – Tinubu’s Aide On Students’ Engagement Congratulates NANS President, Senate President-Elect(Seyi Tinubu Faction)

I Look Forward To Working With You – Tinubu’s Aide On Students’ Engagement Congratulates NANS President, Senate President-Elect(Seyi Tinubu Faction)

Education, FGN, News Flash, Politics
I Look Forward To Working With You – Tinubu’s Aide On Students’ Engagement Congratulates NANS President, Senate President-Elect(Seyi Tinubu Faction) Comrade Asefon Sunday, the senior special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Students engagements has congratulated the new leadership of National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS. Asefon, via his ‘X’ handle said the victory of Comr. Emonefe Lucky as NANS President is remarkable achievement, reflects the trust and confidence that Nigerian students have placed in him. He furthered that his office is ready to work effectively with the students leaders to address challenges that is facing Nigerian students. See the…
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