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Dec
01
2023
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By Abia ThinkTank
Shettima Dressed In Isiagu, Rocks ‘Isiagu’ As Soludo Welcomes Him To Anambra

Shettima Dressed In Isiagu, Rocks ‘Isiagu’ As Soludo Welcomes Him To Anambra

News Flash, Politics, Presidency, South East
Shettima Rocks ‘Isiagu’ As Soludo Welcomes Him To Anambra Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo, on Thursday welcomed Vice President Kashim Shettima to the state. Shettima donned a shirt made with ‘Isiagu’ fabric, which is popular among the Igbos. Isiagu literally means lion’s head, which signifies the printed design on the fabric. Soludo welcomed the VP at the Chinua Achebe International Airport, Umueri. According to Anambra Broadcasting Service, Shettima is on an official visit to the state. SPECIAL ADVERT PROMO FOR 2023 IGBA-OTOMU, IGBA-UCHE, IGBA-EKPE, IZU-UCHE, IGBOTONMA AND IZA-AFA This is a special promo designed for our brothers, sisters, mothers,…
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Dec
01
2023
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We Are Deliberate About Using Sports To Unite, Develop Our People, Grow Our Economy – Gov Otti

We Are Deliberate About Using Sports To Unite, Develop Our People, Grow Our Economy – Gov Otti

Abia State, Economy, News Flash, Sports
WE ARE DELIBERATE ABOUT USING SPORTS TO UNITE, DEVELOP OUR PEOPLE, ECONOMY - GOV OTTI Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has stated that his government is deleberate about using sports to unite the people as well as grow the economy of the State. Governor Otti stated this during the week while receiving a delegation of Sports Nigeria, a private sector driven initiative, aimed at bringing government and the private sector together to harness talents and develop sports infrastructure in Nigeria. "We are very deliberate about using sports to unite our people who could support our economy and also…
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Nov
30
2023
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Just-In: Armed Robbers In EFCC Uniform Killed Deputy Superintendent Of Police

Just-In: Armed Robbers In EFCC Uniform Killed Deputy Superintendent Of Police

Crime, News Flash, Security
Just-In: Armed Robbers In EFCC Uniform Killed Deputy Superintendent Of Police. An armed robbery group raiding homes in Asaba, Delta State, invaded the residence of Deputy Police Superintendent, Sunday Okoebor, and shot him in the head. A statement released by the spokesperson of the command, Bright Edafe, said Mr Okoebor was killed when the robbers knew he was an officer. “The late officer was shot dead by suspected armed robbers who broke into his apartment in the guise of being EFCC Operatives and on noticing he was a Police officer, he was shot in the head,” it read. Subsequent to…
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Nov
30
2023
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“Stop Destroying People’s Properties ” – Peter Obi Tells Sanwo-Olu

“Stop Destroying People’s Properties ” – Peter Obi Tells Sanwo-Olu

Lagos, News Flash, South West
Stop destroying people’s properties – Peter Obi calls out Sanwo-Olu Mr. Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the most recent general election, responded to the recent demolition of properties in Lagos State. Obi pleaded with the government to take the suffering of the people into account and make an effort to humanise their policies. “All government actions must show compassion, even though we should enforce sensible regulations,” he declared.Remember that the State’s efforts to demolish illegal constructions have not been without controversy. There has been outcry by affected residents as the government undertakes what it called a…
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Nov
30
2023
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President Tinubu Announces Caroline Wuraola Adepoju As Substantive Immigration Boss

President Tinubu Announces Caroline Wuraola Adepoju As Substantive Immigration Boss

Immigration, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu Pronounce Caroline Wuraola Adepoju As Substantive Immigration Boss The appointment of Caroline Wuraola Adepoju as the substantive Comptroller General (CG) of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has been confirmed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Adepoju made this known to the staff of the Immigration service during the Comptroller General’s parade on Wednesday in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Adepoju, who was appointed the acting CG when the tenure of the former acting CG, Isah Jere, expired on May 29, revealed that the date for the decoration would soon be announced. “You may also wish to know that through the grace…
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Nov
30
2023
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President Tinubu Meets King Charles, Discusses Partnership

President Tinubu Meets King Charles, Discusses Partnership

International, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Meets King Charles, Discusses Partnership President Bola Tinubu has met with the King of England, King Charles III, on the sidelines of the COP28 Summit in Dubai. Tinubu shared photos from the meeting on his Instagram page on Thursday, noting that the meeting was to strengthen partnership between both countries. The photos were captioned, “I had a productive meeting with His Majesty, King Charles III of England who is also the Head of the Commonwealth, and a passionate climate advocate. “The meeting was a significant step in strengthening the partnership between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, and I am…
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Nov
30
2023
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Gov Otti Swears – In Transition Council Chairmen/Mayors In Umuahia Today November 30, 2023

Gov Otti Swears – In Transition Council Chairmen/Mayors In Umuahia Today November 30, 2023

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
Expanding the Frontiers of Development Being A Speech Delivered By the Governor of Abia State on the Occasion of the Swearing in of New Transition Council Chairmen/Mayors in Umuahia on Thursday, November 30, 2023. Protocols, It is with a great sense of fulfilment that I welcome everyone to this very important event which marks yet another strategic step in our steady push to meet the developmental needs of our homeland; harnessing the extensive opportunities that abound in every part of the state for the material wellbeing and prosperity of the people. I want to begin by congratulating the newly appointed…
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Nov
30
2023
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Tension As Abductors Of Akwa Ibom Corps Members Threaten Parents Over Ransom

Tension As Abductors Of Akwa Ibom Corps Members Threaten Parents Over Ransom

Crime, News Flash, Security
Tension As Abductors Of A-Ibom Corps Members Threaten Parents Over Ransom Parents and family members of the prospective corps members from Akwa Ibom State, who were kidnapped on August 17, 2023 while travelling to orientation camp in Sokoto State are currently gripped with fear as the abductors demand that they pay N10 million each as ransom for the release of the victims. One of the victim’s family member, Mr. Mfon Friday, who disclosed to Vanguard, yesterday, in Uyo so far, a total sum of N30.8million ransom has been paid to the abductors. Friday who spoke angrily over the untold hardship…
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Nov
30
2023
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Warri Show: Company Tells Court How Davido Lobbied For The Event But Went To Australia Instead After Receiving Full Payments

Warri Show: Company Tells Court How Davido Lobbied For The Event But Went To Australia Instead After Receiving Full Payments

Crime, Entertainment, News Flash
“Davido Lobbied For Warri Event But Went To Australia Instead After Full Payments” – Company Tells Court Brownhill Investments Company Limited, the organizers of the yearly “Warri Again Concert,” informed a Delta High Court in Effurun that Nigerian singer David Adeleke, also known as Davido, personally met with its chairman, Amaju Pinnick, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. During this encounter, Davido made a specific request to perform at the grand event. According to the full court documents obtained by SaharaReporters on the ongoing matter, the company said its chairman was “hesitant” to grant David Adeleke, more commonly…
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Nov
30
2023
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House Of Representatives Vow To Scrutinize 2024 Budget

House Of Representatives Vow To Scrutinize 2024 Budget

Abuja, National Assembly, News Flash
House of Representatives vows to scrutinise 2024 budgetHouse of RepsThe House of Representatives has pledged a meticulous examination of the 2024 Appropriation Bill, as presented to the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu. They expressed their commitment to scrutinizing the document similar to their previous scrutiny that revealed the inclusion of a N5 billion provision for a presidential yacht in the 2023 supplementary budget. Philip Agbese, the Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, made this disclosure in response to President Tinubu’s appearance before a joint session of the National Assembly on Wednesday for the presentation of the 2024 budget.…
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