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Jul
10
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
House Of Representatives Candidate Of APC For Arochukwu/Ohafia, Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates His Brother Chief Dr Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa) On His Birthday Anniversary

House Of Representatives Candidate Of APC For Arochukwu/Ohafia, Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates His Brother Chief Dr Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa) On His Birthday Anniversary

Birthday, News Flash, Personality
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION TO CHIEF DR SAM ANYA (AKAEKPUCHIONWA) On the occasion of your birthday anniversary, I join your family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate my elder brother, a distinguished leader, APC chieftain and the President and Founder of AKAEKPUCHIONWA movement. Your life of service, wisdom, and commitment to the progress of our people remains a source of inspiration. As you mark another year, I pray that the Almighty God grants you good health, long life, renewed strength, and continued grace to render more service to God and humanity. Please accept my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on this special…
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Jul
10
2026
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Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency

Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency

News Flash, Politics
Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency A former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress in the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday cautioned the Federal Government against any action that could endanger opposition leaders. Atiku declared that the safety of Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate in the Peter Obi, is a constitutional responsibility of the Nigerian state. He also called for the immediate release of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, insisting that every Nigerian, irrespective of political affiliation, is entitled to due process and equal protection under the law. In a…
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Jul
10
2026
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Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-Kuli – Obi

Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-Kuli – Obi

News Flash, Politics
Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-kuli — Obi A former Anambra State Governor and the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has claimed that some Nigerians who supported President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election and had businesses before his administration came into power have been forced into hardship. Obi said some of those who had businesses when Tinubu assumed office had lost their businesses and were now struggling to survive, asking whether they had become petty traders selling kuli-kuli. The former presidential candidate stated this during an interview with Chude Jideonwo…
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Jul
10
2026
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‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ – COAS Urges Parents As South East Falls Short Of Army Recruitment Target

‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ – COAS Urges Parents As South East Falls Short Of Army Recruitment Target

News Flash, Military, Security
‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ — COAS Urges Parents as South East Falls Short of Army Recruitment Target The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has appealed to leaders, parents and guardians across the South East to encourage more young people to join the Nigerian Army, lamenting that the region has consistently failed to fill its recruitment quota. Speaking during the passing-out parade of 2,989 regular recruits at the Nigerian Army Recruits Training Depot in Amasiri-Edda, Ebonyi State, Shaibu said the newly established depot was created to boost enlistment from the South East and urged communities to embrace the opportunity.“…
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Jul
10
2026
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Why It’s Difficult For Millitary To Fight Bandits, Terrorists – Defense Minister

Why It’s Difficult For Millitary To Fight Bandits, Terrorists – Defense Minister

Crime, FGN, News Flash, Security
Why It’s Difficult For Military To Fight Bandits, Terrorists – Defense Minister The Minister of Defense, General Christopher Musa, rtd, has explained why it is difficult for the Armed Forces to fight bandits and terrorists in the country Speaking on Thursday at the Arise Television’s Town Hall on State Police, General Musa stated that the terrorists live within the communities. According to him, if the communities are on the side of the insurgents, it makes it difficult for security forces to win the battle and if the communities are with the security forces, it makes it a lot easier. “We’re…
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Jul
10
2026
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Death Threat: Peter Obi Fabricating Stories To Gain Undue Sympathy; Tinubu Doesn’t Have His Time – Presidency

Death Threat: Peter Obi Fabricating Stories To Gain Undue Sympathy; Tinubu Doesn’t Have His Time – Presidency

FGN, News Flash, Politics
Death Threat: Obi Fabricating Stories To Gain Undue Sympathy; Tinubu Doesn’t Have His Time – Presidency Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on information and strategy, says Peter Obi’s claims that he may not be alive for the 2027 elections were designed to “attract undue sympathy”. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), accused the federal government of deliberately frustrating his means of livelihood and targeting opposition figures. The former Anambra governor alleged that everything he does for a living is being deliberately obstructed by the government. “The way they…
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Jul
09
2026
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Tinubu’s Government ‘Deliberately Frustrating Me’ – Obi Alleges Threat To Life

Tinubu’s Government ‘Deliberately Frustrating Me’ – Obi Alleges Threat To Life

Human Rights, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu’s Government ‘Deliberately Frustrating Me’ – Obi Alleges Threat To Life Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has accused the President Bola Tinubu-led government of frustrating his life and means of livelihood. Speaking in an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Obi alleged that he would not be alive if Tinubu’s government had the opportunity. The NDC presidential candidate alleged that the federal government is deliberately frustrating everything he does for a living. The former Anambra governor said Tinubu’s government is attacking him personally, adding that he is being denied “things that he is entitled to”. “The way…
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Jul
09
2026
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Opposition Will Cry ‘Rigging’ When Tinubu Wins 2027 Election- Akpabio

Opposition Will Cry ‘Rigging’ When Tinubu Wins 2027 Election- Akpabio

News Flash, National Assembly, Politics
Opposition Will Cry ‘Rigging’ When Tinubu Wins 2027 Election – Akpabio The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday predicted that opposition parties would allege electoral manipulation if President Bola Tinubu wins re-election in 2027. Akpabio made the remark while receiving members of the City Boy Movement, a pro-Tinubu support group, during a courtesy visit to his office at the National Assembly, Abuja. The Senate President, who is also the Grand Patron of the movement, urged the group to intensify grassroots mobilisation for Tinubu’s re-election, expressing confidence that the President would secure a second term despite expected criticism from…
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Jul
09
2026
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Police Arrest 135 Suspected Cultists Marking 7/7 Anniversary In Lagos

Police Arrest 135 Suspected Cultists Marking 7/7 Anniversary In Lagos

Crime, Lagos, News Flash
Police Arrest 135 Suspected Cultists Marking 7/7 Anniversary In Lagos One hundred and thirty-five suspected cultists were arrested on Tuesday by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command after failed initiation attempts in different parts of the state. The botched initiation exercises were part of activities lined up to mark the annual 7/7 celebration by cult groups in the state. The Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, disclosed this while briefing journalists on Wednesday at the command headquarters in Ikeja. The police chief said the operation was the outcome of intelligence-led policing, aggressive raids, convoy patrols and the strategic deployment of…
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Jul
09
2026
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Don’t Wait For Orders, Shoot Bandits On Sight; If You Refuse, We Will Treat You Like Bandit – Defence Minister Charges Troops

Don’t Wait For Orders, Shoot Bandits On Sight; If You Refuse, We Will Treat You Like Bandit – Defence Minister Charges Troops

News Flash, Security
Don’t Wait For Orders, Shoot Bandits On Sight; If You Refuse, We Will Treat You Like Bandit — Defence Minister Charges Troops The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, has ordered security personnel to immediately engage and neutralise bandits and terrorists once deployed, warning that any operative who delays action while waiting for approval would be regarded as a terrorist. Musa issued the directive on Wednesday in Sokoto State during the commissioning of 62 operational vehicles and other security equipment worth N27.1 billion, procured by the Sokoto State Government to boost security operations across the state. Addressing the troops, the…
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