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Nov

04

2024

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Governor Otti Inaugurates The Elected 17 Local Government Chairmen (Mayors) And Their Deputies

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

BREAKING NEWS: GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI INAUGURATES THE ELECTED 17 LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMEN (MAYORS) AND THEIR DEPUTIES. The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti inaugurated the Newly Elected Executive Chairmen (Mayor) of the 17 Local Government Areas of Abia State and their Deputies at the Banquet Hall of Abia State Government House. Governor Otti was joined by his Wife and the First Lady of the State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Otti. The Oath of Office and Allegiance was administered by the State Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice, Paul Ogubunka Esq. The inauguration ceremony was…

Nov

04

2024

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Rivers State Crisis Is All About Resources Control – Governor Fubara

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Resources Control Behind Rivers State Crisis – Gov Fubara Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has revealed and insisted that the current political crisis rocking the state is for the sole control of the state resources. This is as the governor assured Rivers people that he will continue to utilise the state resources judiciously for the betterment and overall interest of the people. Fubara made the revelation while addressing the congregation of Omega Power Ministries, Worldwide during the 51st Birthday of the General Overseer, Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, and the 18th Anniversary of the church at the headquarters, Mbodo, Aluu in Ikwerre…

Nov

04

2024

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2024 American Presidential Election – One Of Donald Trump’s Presidential Campaign Speech Entitled: The World Read My Story.

Foreign Affairs, Politics, World News

2024 AMERICAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION-ONE OF DONALD TRUMP'S PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN SPEECHENTITLED:THE WORLD READ MY STORY. My name is Donald John Trump. I was born on the 14th of June in 1947.. Throughout my life, I was a business man and real estate developer who has employed a lot of Americans before I decided to run for the seat of American presidency in 2016. For the past years before I became the president, I have watched how the Democrats, Obama&Biden ruined the pride of America and almost destroyed the world. I saw how Obama&Biden destroyed Lybia by killing Gadaaffi and ruined that…

Nov

03

2024

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Abia LGA Elections: Zenith Labour Party(ZLP) Sweep 15 LGs, YPP 2 In Free And Fair Election Across The State

Abia State, News Flash, Politics

RESULTS FROM ABIA LGA ELECTIONS YESTERDAY (1). Osisioma - YPP(2). Ugwunagbo - YPP (3). Umuahia North - ZLP(4). Bende - ZLP(5). Aba North - ZLP(6). Ukwa East - ZLP(7). Arochukwu - ZLP(8). Umunneochi - ZLP(9). Aba South - ZLP(10). Isiala Ngwa South - ZLP(11). Isiala Ngwa North - ZLP(12). Obingwa - ZLP(13). Aba South - ZLP(14). Isiukwuato - ZLP(15). Ohafia - ZLP(16). Umuahia South - ZLP(17). Ukwa West - ZLP. Congratulations to all these 15 ZLP Chairmen and Deputy Chairmen elect. To God be the glory. God bless Abia State.

Nov

02

2024

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“Peaceful Elections, Prosperous Future: ABIA State Leads The Way” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

"Peaceful Elections, Prosperous Future: Abia State Leads the Way" Abia State has emerged as a trailblazer in Nigeria's electoral landscape, setting a shining example for others to follow. The state's remarkable success in conducting peaceful and credible elections has earned it a reputation as one of the most stable and democratic states in the Niger Delta region. This feat is a testament to the state's unwavering commitment to democratic principles and its determination to ensure the voices of its citizens are heard. The 2011 gubernatorial election, which saw Theodore Orji emerge victorious with an impressive 82.33% of the vote, marked…

Nov

02

2024

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INEC Breaks Silence On Rivers Assembly Crisis Amid Conflicting Court Judgements

News Flash, Politics

INEC Finally Breaks Silence On Rivers Assembly Crisis Amid Conflicting Court Rulings The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Friday, clarified its stance on the ongoing crisis in the Rivers State House of Assembly, attributing its silence to conflicting court judgments on the matter. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting with media executives at INEC headquarters in Abuja, INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu addressed calls for the commission to intervene. A faction loyal to Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara had urged INEC to conduct a by-election to fill the seats of 25 lawmakers loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. In response, Wike’s…

Nov

01

2024

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LG Election: Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu’s Campaign Tours To Nkporo, Ohafia And Abiriba Showcase His Unique Leadership Styles – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu's campaign tours to Nkporo, Ohafia, and Abiriba showcase his unique leadership styles. These traits will play a critical role in persuading the state government to make our darling local government a huge construction site, with high completion rates. This will be significant to the people of Ohafia, Abiriba, and Nkporo, as it connects their communities to the wider world on socio-economic terms. We have observed that his leadership style is characterized by: Inspirational Communication: Eleanya is known for his eloquence and ability to inspire others with his speeches and writings. Calm and Composed Decision-Making: Eleanya's thoughtful…

Nov

01

2024

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ABIA State Government Approves Governing Council Of Greater Ohafia Development Agency (GODA)

Abia State, Abia North, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

PRESS RELEASE: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE GREATER OHAFIA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (GODA). Pursuant to the commitment of the present Administration to drive the even and accelerated development of all parts of the State, the Governor, Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR, on Monday, October 28, 2024 signed the Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA) Bill as passed into Law by the State House of Assembly. Speaking shortly after giving his assent to the Bill, the Governor expressed optimism that GODA will serve as a robust institutional vehicle for the rapid socio-economic transformation of the Northern Senatorial District of the State. In a brief ceremony…

Nov

01

2024

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LGA Election: Abia State Government Restricts Movement

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Ahead of the forthcoming Local Government election which will hold on Saturday, 2nd November, 2024 , Abia State Government hereby restricts the movement of people and vehicles during the elections. The restriction will commence by 12:00 midnight on Friday and end by 4:00pm on Saturday.By this announcement,only those on essential services will be allowed movement upon the presentation of valid identification cards. The state government therefore directs all Abians and residents of the State, including markets, motor parks and other business centres to adhere strictly to this restriction order and warns that defaulters would have themselves to…

Oct

31

2024

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Senate Confirms Seven Ministerial Nominees

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics

Senate Confirms Seven Ministerial Nominees The senate has confirmed the appointment of all seven ministerial nominees of President Bola Tinubu, submitted to the upper chamber last week for accelerated consideration. The nominees confirmed during the screening include Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda, Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, and Suwaiba Said Ahmad, Ph.D. Their names appeared on the Senate’s list for review on Wednesday. The screening took place at the National Assembly’s Senate chamber, after being postponed from Tuesday. Previously, President Tinubu removed six ministers, appointed seven new nominees, and adjusted ten…