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Aug
19
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
The Pathetic Pantomime: Reno Omokri And The Art Of Grown-Up Childishness – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Pathetic Pantomime: Reno Omokri And The Art Of Grown-Up Childishness – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Personality
The Pathetic Pantomime: Reno Omokri and the Art of Grown-Up Childishness Reno Omokri’s public persona constitutes a masterclass in arrested development—a cringe-inducing spectacle where faux sophistication masks profound ethical infantilism. His career remains littered with juvenile antics wholly unbecoming a former presidential aide, revealing a man whose emotional maturity fossilized between playground taunts and adolescent melodrama. The farcical theater of his existence demands rigorous dissection. I. The Forgery Fiasco: A Case Study in Ethical BankruptcyThe 2014 "Wendell Simlin" scandal endures as Omokri’s most grotesque performance. While serving as President Jonathan’s Social Media Assistant, he orchestrated a fraudulent campaign to falsely…
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Aug
19
2025
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FGN Begins Review Of Revenue Allocation Formula

FGN Begins Review Of Revenue Allocation Formula

FGN, Economy, News Flash
FG Begins Review Of Revenue Allocation Formula The Federal Government has officially commenced the process of reviewing the nation’s revenue allocation formula to meet current realities. Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mohammed Bello Shehu announced the commencement of the review process at a press conference at Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja on Monday. There are indication that the new formula would give more funds to the states of the federation. Sources in the commission disclosed that government was planning to increase total allocation to the states to between 30 and 40% from the current formula which…
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Aug
19
2025
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US Applauds Nigeria Over Arrest Of Two Wanted Ansaru Terror Leaders

US Applauds Nigeria Over Arrest Of Two Wanted Ansaru Terror Leaders

FGN, International, News Flash, Security
US Applauds Nigeria Over Arrest Of Two Wanted Ansaru Terror Leaders The United States Mission in Nigeria has hailed the Nigerian Government and security forces over the arrest of two wanted leaders of the terror group, Ansaru. In a statement on Monday, the Mission identified the suspects as Mahmud Muhammad Usman, also known as Abu Bara’a, and Mahmud al-Nigeri, also known as Mallam Mamuda. The US described the arrests as a “significant step forward” in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism and violent extremism. “We commend the Nigerian Government and security forces on the successful arrest of wanted #Ansaru leaders, Mahmud Muhammad…
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Aug
19
2025
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JAMB Issues Fresh Directive To Universities Over 2025 Admission Process

JAMB Issues Fresh Directive To Universities Over 2025 Admission Process

Education, News Flash
JAMB Issues Fresh Directive To Universities Over 2025 Admission Process Universities across Nigeria have been directed to ensure they finalise the admission processes in their institutions by October 31, 2025, for public universities and November 30, 2025, for private ones. The directive was handed to the institutions by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Monday, August 18. In a fresh schedule released in its weekly bulletin, JAMB announced that all other tertiary institutions in Nigeria, private or public, have until year’s end. According to JAMB, the directives are in line with the schedule approved during the 2025 Policy…
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Aug
19
2025
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President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

Health, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals President Bola Tinubu has approved a reduction in the price of each kidney dialysis session for patients, from N50,000 to N12,000, a spokesperson has said. Daniel Bwala, a spokesperson to the president, made this known on Monday via his X handle. The development, which will first commence in ten public hospitals, will provide relief to thousands of Nigerians battling kidney-related diseases, many of whom cannot pay for the dialysis. “More federal medical centres and teaching hospitals will be added before the end of the year to widen access nationwide. ”It would be recalled…
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Aug
19
2025
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COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs

COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs

News Flash, Security
COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has approved the redeployment and appointment of senior officers across key command, instructional, and staff positions in the Nigerian Army. A statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the reshuffle was part of the COAS’s strategic move to strengthen leadership and reposition the Nigerian Army for greater operational effectiveness. She stated that some of the senior officers appointed as Principal Staff Officers at the Army Headquarters include Maj Gen AA Adeyinka, posted from…
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Aug
19
2025
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2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return

2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return Dele Farotimi, a frontline lawyer has said that some politicians are trying hard to rebrand former President, Goodluck Jonathan, who was voted out of office by Nigerians in 2015 for valid reasons. He questioned the rationale behind the move, insisting that those expecting the former Bayelsa State Governor to come and do a miracle would be disappointed. He pointed out that there were good reasons Nigerians decided to vote Jonathan out in 2015 which they believed was the solution to the country’s problems, but ended up in a…
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Aug
18
2025
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Leadership Is About Stewardship Not Acquisition Of Wealth – Gov. Otti, Challenges The Church To Protect Good Leadership

Leadership Is About Stewardship Not Acquisition Of Wealth – Gov. Otti, Challenges The Church To Protect Good Leadership

Abia State, News Flash, Religion
LEADERSHIP IS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP NOT ACQUISITION OF WEALTH – GOV. OTTI, CHALLENGES THE CHURCH TO PROTECT GOOD LEADERSHIP. Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Governor Alex Otti, OFR, says that leadership is stewardship and service to the people and not about acquiring wealth, advising those who have contrary opinion not to bother about aspiring to lead. Governor Otti stated this on Sunday, 17th August, at St. Peter's Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Umungasi Parish, Aba, during the 35th Anniversary Celebration of the existence of the Church Parish. Addressing the excited congregation who were so happy having him worship and celebrate the anniversary…
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Aug
18
2025
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Those Campaigning To TakeOver From Otti In 2027 Are Wasting Their Time – Catholic Bishop Of Umuahia, Ukpong, Says Impossible Things Before Have Become Possible Under Gov. Otti

Those Campaigning To TakeOver From Otti In 2027 Are Wasting Their Time – Catholic Bishop Of Umuahia, Ukpong, Says Impossible Things Before Have Become Possible Under Gov. Otti

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
THOSE CAMPAIGNING TO TAKEOVER FROM OTTI IN 2027 ARE WASTING THEIR TIME - CATHOLIC BISHOP OF UMUAHIA, UKPONG, SAYS IMPOSSIBLE THINGS BEFORE HAVE BECOME POSSIBLE UNDER GOV. OTTI. ‎‎The Catholic Bishop of Umuahia Diocese, Most Rev. Michael kalu Ukpong says that those campaigning to takeover from Governor Alex Otti, OFR, in 2027 are wasting their time, saying that the Governor's good works in just two years have done the campaign for him.‎‎Bishop Ukpong stated this on Sunday, 17th August, when he hosted the Governor to a lunch at Mater Dei Cathedral, Umuahia, to celebrate his impactful and remarkable achievements, in…
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Aug
17
2025
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“He Is My Friend Of Over 20 Years” – Tinubu Pledges To Work With Soludo Ahead Of 2027

“He Is My Friend Of Over 20 Years” – Tinubu Pledges To Work With Soludo Ahead Of 2027

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
“He is My Friend of Over 20 Years”- Tinubu Pledges to Work with Soludo Ahead of 2027 Soludo visited Aso Villa on Tuesday, discussing the economy, security, and other matters with the president.Tinubu praised Soludo as a progressive leader, signaling support for his re-election bid. President Bola Tinubu has revealed he will work with Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo ahead of the 2027 elec" The message read: “It was a pleasure to welcome my friend of over two decades and the Governor of Anambra State, Governor Charles Soludo, to the Aso Villa yesterday. “We discussed the bold reforms underway, the…
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