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Jun

13

2024

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Governor Otti Felicitates With Environmental Expert, Dr. Nkiruka Maduekwe On Her Appointment By President Tinubu

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

GOVERNOR OTTI FELICITATES WITH ENVIRONMENTAL EXPERT, DR. NKIRUKA MADUEKWE ON HER APPOINTMENT BY PRESIDENT TINUBU. The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has felicitated with an Abia-born Environmental Expert, Dr. Nkiruka Maduekwe on her recent appointment as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Council On Climate Change (NCCC) by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Expressing joy over the appointment, Governor Otti described it as well deserved, and enjoined Dr. Maduekwe to see the appointment as an opportunity, as well as an inspiration to continue to record…

Jun

13

2024

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Nigeria Need True Democracy – Peter Obi Speaks On June 12

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Nigeria Need True Democracy – Peter Obi Speaks On June 12 Peter Obi has voiced strong concerns about Nigeria’s democratic progress, claiming that the country has deteriorated into a state of “classical state capture.” The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, stated this in a statement to mark Nigeria’s Democracy Day Celebration Reflecting on the nation’s 25-year journey towards democracy, Obi questioned whether Nigeria has truly upheld democratic principles. According to him, while the transition in 1999 seemed promising, the country has since shifted into a system where governance benefits a select few, leading to widespread deprivation.…

Jun

13

2024

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10 Takeaways From Tinubu’s Democracy Day Speech

FGN, News Flash, Politics, Presidency

10 Takeaways From Tinubu’s Democracy Day Speech President Bola Tinubu marked the 25th Anniversary of Unbroken Democracy in Nigeria with a compelling address on Democracy Day, June 12, 2024. In his speech, he reflected on the nation’s journey from the struggles of military rule to becoming Africa’s most populous democracy. Paying tribute to the heroes of the democratic movement and emphasizing the importance of sustaining democratic values, Tinubu outlined his commitment to protecting citizens’ rights and pushing forward with vital economic reforms. His call for unity and perseverance underscores the ongoing efforts to secure a brighter, more democratic future for…

Jun

11

2024

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FG Declares June 12 Public Holiday

FGN, News Flash, Politics

FG Declares June 12 Public Holiday The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12 as a Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s Democracy Day celebration. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated Nigerians on the occasion. The minister in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry and released on Tuesday, Dr Aishetu Gogo Ndayako said; “As we mark another Democracy day in the history of our dear country, let us all reflect on the efforts of our founding fathers and ensure that Nigeria remains a united, secured,…

Jun

11

2024

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Reps Seek Six-Year Tenure For President, Rotation Among Zones

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics

Reps Seek Six-Year Tenure For President, Rotation Among Zones A group of lawmakers in the House of Representatives are seeking alterations to the 1999 Constitution to pave the way for the rotation of the Presidency among the six geo-political zones of the country. They also want an amendment to the Constitution to provide for “A single tenure of six years for the President and Governors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Speaking on behalf of the group on Monday in Abuja, the member representing Ideato South/Ideato North Federal Constituency, Imo State, Ikenga Ugochinyere, said, “The reduction in government spending and…

Jun

09

2024

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How I Saved Tinubu’s Political Career – Atiku

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

How I Saved Tinubu’s Political Career – Atiku Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has said without his support to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his political career could have ended as the governor of Lagos State. He said this while reacting to the widely held position that the President Tinubu came to his rescue following his spat with former President Olusegun Obasanjo, leading to his contesting the Presidential Election on the platform of Action Congress (AC) in 2007. In a statement through his Media Adviser, Mr Paul Ibe, said, “Vice President Kashim Shettima goofed when he claimed that former Vice President of…

Jun

09

2024

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Governor Grants N45,000 Sallah Bonuses To Each Civil Servant

News Flash, Politics, Religion

Governor Grants N45,000 Sallah Bonuses To Each Civil Servant The Katsina state government on Sunday, June 9, splashed N45,000 as bonus to the state’s civil servants for the fourth coming Muslim Eid-el-Kabir celebrations next week. The N45,000 package which was approved by Governor Dikko Umaru Radda for each worker in the state’s civil service,contains N15,000 gift and N30,000 as soft loan. The loan is repayable in three monthly instalments The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Dr. Bala Salisu Zango, in a statement also disclosed that the governor commended the workers’ dedication and commitment, describing the gesture as part of the…

Jun

09

2024

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Soludo’s Leadership Gains Momentum As Major Opposition Party Collapses Structure In Solidarity

News Flash, Politics, South East

Soludo's Leadership Gains Momentum as Major Opposition Party Collapses Structure in Solidarity In a significant show of solidarity for the manifestation of the transformative agenda for Sustainable Development in Anambra State, over 1,300 former members of the major opposition political party, the People's Democratic Party PDP, have decamped to the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance APGA. The former PDP members, including leaders, executives, and loyalists, converged at the Women Development Center in Awka on Saturday, June 8, 2024, where they were officially received by Governor Soludo into APGA. This development follows the comprehensive development agenda for all 21 Local Government…

Jun

07

2024

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Peter Obi Distances Self From Labour Party’s Newly Created ‘Obedient’ Directorate

News Flash, Politics

Obi Distances Self From Labour Party’s Newly Created ‘Obidient’ Directorate Presidential Candidate of Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has dismissed the attempt by the party to create a directorate for the ‘Obidient Movement.’ The ‘Obidient Movement’ started in 2022 when Obi, respected for his frugality, simplicity and humility, joined the Labour Party and energised mostly the youth across the nation yearning for an alternative to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) which have at different times been ruling Nigeria since 1999. In a post via X on Wednesday, the former…

Jun

06

2024

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PDP Debunks Merger Talks With Other Parties Ahead Of 2027 Elections

News Flash, Politics

PDP Debunks Merger Talks with Other Parties Ahead of 2027 Elections The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has denied rumours of merger talks with other political parties. According to the party, it has the strength and capability to win elections on its own. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, after the 587th meeting of the PDP National Working Committee in Abuja, the party clarified that it is not engaged in any merger or amalgamation talks with other parties. The statement said that while the PDP is open to welcoming returning members, it remains strong and formidable,…