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Jun
02
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Tinubu Surrounded By Wrong People, Should Rejig Cabinet – Ado Ibrahim

Tinubu Surrounded By Wrong People, Should Rejig Cabinet – Ado Ibrahim

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Surrounded By Wrong People, Should Rejig Cabinet – Ado-Ibrahim The Young Progressives Party, YPP, presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Malik Ado-Ibrahim, has faulted the composition of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet, asking the Nigerian leader to reshuffle his team. Ado-Ibrahim made this statement on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics. The YPP chieftain said that President Tinubu has not been able to translate his vision into reality because of the calibre of persons working with him. “Now, in my own opinion, most of what the president has, as far as his cabinet is concerned, should be refreshed. They’re done. “There is…
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Jun
02
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Shows Solidarity As Deputy Speaker Empowers & Launches Renewed Hope Partners Members In Bende

Ikenna Ukwa Shows Solidarity As Deputy Speaker Empowers & Launches Renewed Hope Partners Members In Bende

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Politics
IKENNA UKWA SHOWS SOLIDARITY AS DEPUTY SPEAKER EMPOWERS & LAUNCHES RENEWED HOPE PARTNERS MEMBERS IN BENDE The Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa yesterday showed solidarity by mobilizing members of his pro-group, IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP to Bende LGA in Abia State as the member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu empowers and launches over 20,000 Renewed Hope Partners Members in Abia. Recall that Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa had earlier on Saturday 31st May 2025 led APC stakeholders from Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs to…
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Jun
01
2025
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Be Patient With Me – President Tinubu Begs Nigerians

Be Patient With Me – President Tinubu Begs Nigerians

Abia State, Economy, FGN, News Flash, Politics
Be Patient With Me – President Tinubu Begs Nigerians President Bola Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to be patient with him. The president made the appeal at the inauguration of the completed Phase 1, Section 1 (30km by six lanes) of the 750km Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway on Saturday. He said, “I know at this stage, your expectation is still very high and our people are still going through difficult times. I take this opportunity to appeal to all Nigerians that the hope is here and it is realisable. “You would be proud of the benefits, there is light at the…
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Jun
01
2025
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2027 Re-Election: I Will Consult With My God Before Taking Decision – Gov. Otti

2027 Re-Election: I Will Consult With My God Before Taking Decision – Gov. Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
2027 REELECTION: I WILL CONSULT WITH MY GOD BEFORE TAKING DECISION - GOV. OTTI. Amidst endorsements and calls for reelection bid in 2027, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says he will consult with God before taking decision. Governor Alex Otti made his position known at Sam Ihesiulor Stadium, Okpuala Ngwa during the grand civic reception and appreciation ceremony organised by the 'Oha Isiala Ngwa People' of Isiala Ngwa North and South Local Government Areas, in recognition and appreciation of his towering and excellent performance across Abia State especially projects littered across Isiala Ngwa North and South Local Government Areas.…
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May
31
2025
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Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise

Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise

News Flash, Security
Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise The Nigerian Army has announced a major update regarding the 89 Regular Recruit Intake (89RRI) recruitment exercise. In a newly released statement, authorities confirmed that the exercise has been rescheduled to take place from June 8 to June 21, 2025, as against the previously scheduled dates of June 2 to June 16, 2025. All shortlisted candidates were advised to disregard the earlier schedule and prepare in line with the revised dates. The Army also called on the general public to take note of this important change to avoid confusion or misinformation. This development comes as…
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May
31
2025
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Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcon’s Friendly

Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcon’s Friendly

Football, News Flash, Sports
Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcons’ Friendly The friendly match between Nigeria women’s national team and Cameroon at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne has been called off, our correspondent understands. The first of the two-legged international friendly, initially scheduled for Saturday, was expected to mark the Super Falcons’ return to action for the first time since their narrow defeat to France in November 2023. However, logistical issues involving the visiting Cameroonian team have forced a change of plans. According to PUNCH Online, the Cameroonian delegation arrived in the host town very late on Friday, making it infeasible…
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May
31
2025
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Finland Begins Terrorism Trial Against Simon Ekpa

Finland Begins Terrorism Trial Against Simon Ekpa

Foreign Affairs, Human Rights, News Flash, Security
Finland Begins Terrorism Trial Against Simon Ekpa The trial of the self-acclaimed Biafra agitator, Nigerian-Finnish, Simon Ekpa, commenced in Finland on Friday. Ekpa, who heads a faction of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), was charged with terrorism offences by the Finnish authorities on May 16, 2025. The deputy prosecutor general in Finland charged Ekpa with public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent and participation in a terrorist group. Ekpa, who was arrested in November 2024 following Nigeria’s government request, appeared before the Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland on Friday as the country’s government commenced his terrorism trial.…
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May
31
2025
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Arewa Stakeholders Endorse Southwest For 2027 Presidency, Southeast For 2031

Arewa Stakeholders Endorse Southwest For 2027 Presidency, Southeast For 2031

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
Arewa Stakeholders Endorse Southwest For 2027 Presidency, Southeast For 2031 The leader of Arewa Summit International, Bashir Lamido, has advocated for the South West to produce all presidential candidates in the 2027 general elections, while urging that the South East be given full support to produce the Nigerian president in 2031. Speaking on Friday during a high-level political dialogue on zoning and national cohesion in Abuja, Lamido said the proposal is rooted in the need to promote equity, fairness, and long-term political stability across the federation. “For the sake of equity, national integration, and the stability of our democracy, we…
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May
31
2025
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Niger Flood Disaster: 115 Bodies Recovered – NEMA

Niger Flood Disaster: 115 Bodies Recovered – NEMA

Mishap, News Flash, North Central
Niger Flood Disaster: 115 Bodies Recovered – NSEMA The death toll from the flood that ravaged Tiffin Maza and Anguwan Hausawa communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger on Thursday has risen to 115. When contacted, the Public Relations Officer of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency, NSEMA, Ibrahim Hussaini, made this disclosure on behalf of the Director General, Ibrahim Baba Arah. He explained that so far the agency’s search and rescue team has recovered a total of 115 bodies. According to him, “contrary to what is on social media, we have recovered 115 bodies. The search and rescue…
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May
31
2025
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Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life

Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life

Crime, Gossips, News Flash, Security, South South
Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life Jane Edidiong Ufot, the daughter of Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno, has posted a video on social media accusing him of sacrificing his deceased wife (her mother). Patience Oluwakemi Umo Eno died in September 2024 over an undisclosed illness. Mrs Ufot, appointed as a senior special adviser to the governor on health, safety and environment, blasted her father, insisting that she would not be sacrificed the way her mother was, alleging a sinister threat to her life and that of her little daughter. “I’m not…
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