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Apr
15
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Tinubu Backed My Speakership Ambition Without Knowing Me – Abbas

Tinubu Backed My Speakership Ambition Without Knowing Me – Abbas

News Flash, Personality, Politics
Tinubu Backed My Speakership Ambition Without Knowing Me – Abbas Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu supported his bid to become Speaker even without knowing him personally. Abbas, who made the disclosure while distributing empowerment materials to his constituents in Zaria, Kaduna State, said the President’s support was based solely on what he had read about him. He also commended the current Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, for backing his ambition during a period when officials of the immediate past state administration turned their backs on him. According to…
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Apr
15
2025
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House Of Reps Speaker Inaugurates 21 – Man Committee To Oversee Rivers Assembly

House Of Reps Speaker Inaugurates 21 – Man Committee To Oversee Rivers Assembly

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics, South South
Reps Speaker inaugurates 21-man Committee to oversee Rivers Assembly The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, is currently inaugurating an ad-hoc committee to legislate in place of the suspended Rivers State House of Assembly. The event held at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja was being attended by members designates drawed from the six geo-political zones. Addressing the 21-man committee, Speaker Abbas reminded the panel that its mandate is non-partisan, a call to legislate to ensure good governance, peace, and prosperity of the oil-rich state. He said, “Your task is to oversee Rivers State following Mr President’s emergency proclamation.You…
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Apr
15
2025
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NBA: N300m Collected From Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’

NBA: N300m Collected From Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics, South South
NBA: N300m Collected from Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’ The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) yesterday admitted collecting N300 million from the Rivers State Government while planning its 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC) initially billed for Port Harcourt. This followed the demand by Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas that the money, approved by suspended Governor Siminialayi Fubara, be refunded. However, the NBA said the cash was “an unconditional gift”, not payment to facilitate the conference. The government in a statement by Hector Igbikiowubo, the media aide to Vice Admiral Ibas faulted the reasons given by the NBA for the relocation of its…
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Apr
14
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Ukwa Greets Former TC Chairman Ohafia LGA, Fred Idika On His Birthday

Ikenna Ukwa Greets Former TC Chairman Ohafia LGA, Fred Idika On His Birthday

Abia North, Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
IKENNA UKWA GREETS FORMER TC CHAIRMAN, OHAFIA LGA, FRED IDIKA ON HIS BIRTHDAY The Senior Legislative Aide to the Nigerian Senate President, Hon Dr Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has joined Ohafians and well meaning Abians to rejoice with the former Transition Committee Chairman of Ohafia LGA, Hon Fred Eke Idika on the auspicious occasion of his birthday anniversary. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa while congratulating him on the milestone lauded his exceptional leadership, outstanding performance, particularly in security matters, during his tenure as TC Chairman, describing him as humane, humble, determined, and energetic. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa on behalf of his family…
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Apr
14
2025
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Civil Society Uncovers A Can Of Worms In Imo State Judiciary As 18 Judges Are Fingered In Age Falsification And Unprecedented Abuse Of Code Of Conduct

Civil Society Uncovers A Can Of Worms In Imo State Judiciary As 18 Judges Are Fingered In Age Falsification And Unprecedented Abuse Of Code Of Conduct

Crime, News Flash, Politics, South East
Civil Society uncovers a can of worms in Imo State Judiciary as eighteen Judges are fingered in age falsification and unprecedented abuse of code of conduct. A Coalition of Civil Society Groups; the Civil Society Engagement Platform CSEP has uncovered what it termed; 'Mother of all corruption in the judiciary'. In a document made available to news men in Abuja on Thursday, April 10, 2025 by the Executive Secretary of the Coalition; Comrade Onyebuchi Emmanuel, CSEP detailed eye popping allegations against eighteen judges of Imo State Judiciary. Incidentally, the three most senior Judges in Imo State Judiciary are among the…
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Apr
14
2025
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Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates Paramount Ruler Of Ebem Ohafia, HRH Ezie Ukoha @88

Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates Paramount Ruler Of Ebem Ohafia, HRH Ezie Ukoha @88

Abia North, Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
CHIEF IKENNA UKWA CELEBRATES PARAMOUNT RULER OF EBEM, HRH EZIE UKOHA @88 The Founder of IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, Chief Dr Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has sent warmest greetings to the Paramount Ruler of Ebem kingdom & Kpoke 1 of Ebem Autonomous Community, HRH, Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha (JP) on his 88th birthday anniversary. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa in his birthday message commended the revered Monarch for his wisdom, peaceful nature and commitment to promoting unity, peace and love in his community. Chief Ukwa described the monarch as a peace lover whose love for his community and humanity knows no…
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Apr
14
2025
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Let Governance In Nigeria Take A Cue From What Gov. Otti Is Doing In ABIA – Former President Jonathan

Let Governance In Nigeria Take A Cue From What Gov. Otti Is Doing In ABIA – Former President Jonathan

Abia State, Education, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
LET GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIA TAKE A CUE FROM WHAT GOV. OTTI IS DOING IN ABIA – FORMER PRES. JONATHAN Former President of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, GCON, has called on leaders across Nigeria to take a cue from what the Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti is doing in Abia State. Dr. Jonathan, who is also an alumnus of the University of Port Harcourt, made the call on Saturday, 12th April, during the University of Port Harcourt’s (UNIPORT) Alumni, 80s Reunion Dinner and Award ceremony in Umuahia, the Abia State Capital with the theme: “Celebrating…
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Apr
13
2025
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World Bank Commits $16bn Portfolio To Nigeria

World Bank Commits $16bn Portfolio To Nigeria

CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, FGN, News Flash
World Bank commits $16bn portfolio to Nigeria The World Bank said it has committed over $16 billion to Nigeria across 28 active projects. This financial commitment has been mostly through concessional financing from the International Development Association (IDA) and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD). In a statement on Saturday, the Bank said these investments are targeted at helping Nigeria tackle its most pressing development priorities. These include expanding access to essential services such as electricity, education, and healthcare, advancing gender inclusion and economic opportunities for women, and improving food security through enhanced agricultural productivity. As part of…
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Apr
13
2025
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Criminals Steal NSA Nuhu Ribadu’s Office Toyota Hilux In Abuja

Criminals Steal NSA Nuhu Ribadu’s Office Toyota Hilux In Abuja

Crime, News Flash, Security
Criminals Steal NSA Nuhu Ribadu’s Office Toyota Hilux in Abuja A black Toyota Hilux vehicle belonging to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has been stolen. The Hilux was stolen during Friday’s Juma’at Prayers in Abuja. The vehicle was reportedly parked at around 1:05 p.m. opposite the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) complex in Area 10, while the ONSA official attended prayers at a nearby mosque. Upon returning, the official discovered that the vehicle was missing. Security expert, Zagazola Makama disclosed this in a post on X (formerly Twitter), revealing that the theft was promptly reported…
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Apr
13
2025
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Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History

Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History

Culture, History, News Flash, South East
Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History Former governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, has said that the Igbos are more disposed to write and tell the world of their own history, culture, heritage and events as measure of defining the future more than any other. Obi made the insight at the unveiling of a compendium of Igbo heritage, events and achievers, named, ’IGBO BOOK OF RECORDS”, written by two veteran journalists, Nze Sam Nwanze and Comrade Mike Ubani. Obi, who was represented by his media aide, Mr Valentine Obienyem, described the compendium as a masterpiece that encompasses various…
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