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Feb

2025

Tales Of A Money Heist: The Drowned Former Finance Commissioner And His Desperation To Stay Afloat – By Miracle Chukwunenye (Media Aide To Governor Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

TALES OF A MONEY HEIST: THE DROWNED FORMER FINANCE COMMISSIONER AND HIS DESPERATION TO STAY AFLOAT. "The guilty always seek to condemn the innocent, for in doing so, they justify their own guilt" ~ Miracle Chukwunenye Here in Abia, a former commissioner of finance under the Ikpeazu-led administration has proven the above quote to be true. In his desperation to vilify the efforts of Governor Alex Otti's administration, he is seen daily dancing naked in the streets of shame, guilt, and public opprobrium, just to make a point and disparage the New Abia administration. But, in fact, each time he…

Feb

2025

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Tinubu Appointing His ‘Boys’ – El-Rufai

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality, Politics

Tinubu Appointing His ‘Boys’ – El-Rufai Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, has criticised the appointments made by President Bola Tinubu since assuming office. Speaking on Monday during an interview on Arise TV, El-Rufai said Tinubu is only appointing his ‘boys’ from Lagos into political offices. El-Rufai said: “The president’s appointments are not being made because the appointees are Yoruba, but because they are his own boys. Most of the appointments do not even reasonably cover the South-West. “So people should stop confusing the truth. The appointments are not balanced. Yes, definitely, definitely, right? You cannot argue that, but…

Feb

2025

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Prerogative Of Mercy: Newly Inaugurated Gov. Aiyedatiwa Of Indo Pardons 43 Prisoners

Crime, News Flash, Politics, Security, South West

INAUGURATION : GOV AIYEDATIWA PARDONS 43 PRISONERS In a significant act of compassion and justice, the Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has announced the extension of grace and mercy to 43 convicts. This follows the recommendations of the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, chaired by the State Attorney General and Commisoner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN. This momentous decision was made to commemorate Governor Aiyedatiwa’s swearing-in today, reflecting his commitment to reformative justice and humane governance. As part of this initiative, the Governor has ordered the outright release of 8 individuals who were…

Feb

2025

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APC To FGN: Don’t Release Osun LGA Allocation

FGN, News Flash, Politics

APC to FG: don’t release Osun LG allocation The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on the federal government to withhold allocations meant for local government councils in Osun State until judicially reinstated elected officials assume office. The party condemned last Saturday’s local government election in the state, accusing Governor Ademola Adeleke of violating his oath of office by conducting the polls. APC also alleged that the governor and the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) were disrupting peace by refusing to comply with the February 10, 2025, Court of Appeal ruling that ordered the reinstatement of sacked elected local government…

Feb

2025

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Progress Over Propaganda: An Assessment Of Otti’s Week Of Strategic Social Investment – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

*Progress Over Propaganda: *An assessment of Otti's week of strategic social investment** In the face of unprecedented progress, critics of Governor Alex Otti's administration have resorted to peddling propaganda and misinformation. Despite the tangible results on the ground, naysayers continue to spread falsehoods and conspiracy theories in a desperate bid to discredit the governor's achievements. However, the people of Abia State are not fooled; they can see the progress with their own eyes. One of the most notable achievements of Governor Otti's administration is the delivery of reliable power in Aba, the commercial hub of Abia State. This feat, which…

Feb

2025

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Commendations As Governor Otti’s Achievements Unite Abians Across Political Parties – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Pubic Affairs)

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

Commendations As Governor Otti's Achievements Unite Abians Across Political Parties Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's ascension to power in Abia State was not by chance; he came prepared to transform the state. The delay in assuming office due to electoral malpractices proved to be a blessing in disguise. It gave him ample time to study and document the extent of the rot and decay inflicted on the state and its people. This period of preparation enabled him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing Abia, allowing him to craft effective solutions to address them. In less than…

Feb

2025

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Ooni Hails President Tinubu, Says Economic Reforms Yielding Fruits

News Flash, Economy, FGN, Politics

Ooni Hails Tinubu, Says Economic Reforms Yielding Fruits The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II, on Sunday, commended President Bola Tinubu, saying the hardship resulting from his bold economic reforms is gradually giving way and yielding fruits for Nigerians. The monarch also said that the arbitrage between the parallel and the official markets has been closed completely for the first time in 20 years. He stated this at the maiden edition of the Nigeria-Kazakhstan Business Council International conference held in Abuja. “We all know the challenges of our dear country. I will give a simple example of a…

Feb

2025

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I Will Not Negotiate With Criminals – Gov Otti, Vows To Restore The Dignity Of Abians As Rev. Umah Ukpai Commends His Achievements In Office

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

I WILL NOT NEGOTIATE WITH CRIMINALS - GOV. OTTI, VOWS TO RESTORE THE DIGNITY OF ABIANS AS REV. UMAH UKPAI COMMENDS HIS ACHIEVEMENTS IN OFFICE. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has declared that he will not negotiate with those who destroyed the State in the past, having failed in their attempts to lobby their way to become part of his administration but have resorted to blackmail and spreading of falsehoods against his administration to see if he will invite them for negotiations. Governor Otti stated this in two separate Church services on Sunday, 23rd February, at The Master's…

Feb

2025

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Palava As APC Instructs Osun LGA Chairmen To Resume Duties

News Flash, Politics, South West

Palava As APC Instructs Osun LGA Chairmen To Resume Duties The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress on Sunday directed chairmen on the party’s platform, who were purportedly reinstated by the Court of Appeal judgment of February 10, to resume duties in their respective local government Secretariat on Monday. The directive was given in a press statement issued by the APC’s Director of Media and Information, Mr. Kola Olabisi while urging the chairmen to disregard fake news circulating on social media, which advised them against resuming at their offices in the 30 local government secretariats across the state.…

Feb

2025

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Don’t Truncate Democracy, Makinde Warns APC At Osun LG Chairmen Swearing-In

News Flash, Politics, South West

Don’t truncate democracy, Makinde warns APC at Osun LG chairmen swearing-in ..As PDP Govs’ Forum chair, Mohammed, attends PRESS RELEASE Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) not to truncate democracy by resorting to self-help on Local Government Administration in Osun State. The governor gave this warning on Sunday, during the swearing-in of the 30 newly-elected Local Government Chairmen, stating that the APC should not exploit federal might to truncate democratic processes. He congratulated the newly-elected chairmen, charging them to deliver dividends of democracy to their people and justify the confidence reposed in them. Governor…