Politics

Jan
30
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
The Wheels Of Progress Keep Turning In ABIA Under Governor Otti – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D

The Wheels Of Progress Keep Turning In ABIA Under Governor Otti – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
The Wheels of Progress Keep Turning in Abia Under Governor Otti Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Abia State has witnessed significant transformation under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti, particularly in the area of road infrastructure development. The latest milestone in this journey is the flag-off of the construction of sections 1 and 2 of the 13-kilometer Onuinyang-Okporoenyi-Oboro-Ikwuano road, slated for Thursday, January 30, 2025. This project is another testament to Governor Otti's commitment to connecting rural communities and enhancing economic development across the state. By investing in road infrastructure, Governor Otti is creating opportunities for businesses to thrive, jobs to be…
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Jan
30
2025
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Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai Indicted In Plot To Overthrow President Tinubu

Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai Indicted In Plot To Overthrow President Tinubu

FGN, Crime, News Flash, Politics
Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai Indicted In Plot To Overthrow President Tinubu Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Kaduna State governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and other prominent politicians have been accused of planning to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. The allegation was made by a group known as Joint Action on Democracy (JAD). According to JAD, these politicians are aggrieved because President Tinubu has initiated reforms that are already showing positive results. The group believes that this has made the politicians realize they have no chance of winning the next general elections, even if they work together. JAD specifically mentioned that Atiku, El-Rufai, Peter…
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Jan
30
2025
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PDP Useless To Nigeria As Either Opposition Party Or Ruling Party – President Tinubu’s Aide

PDP Useless To Nigeria As Either Opposition Party Or Ruling Party – President Tinubu’s Aide

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
PDP Useless To Nigeria As Either Opposition Party Or Ruling Party – Tinubu’s Aide Dada Olusegun, Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, criticized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as ineffective for the country. Commenting on a viral video showing PDP stalwarts fighting, Dada stated that the PDP is not useful as either an opposition or ruling party. It should be noted that chaos erupted at the PDP National Secretariat in Abuja on Wednesday when supporters of embattled National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu clashed with those of Sunday Ude-Okoye during the party’s Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting. Anyanwu and…
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Jan
29
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
1.4 Million Face Deportation In US, 3,690 Nigerians Affected

1.4 Million Face Deportation In US, 3,690 Nigerians Affected

Immigration, News Flash, Politics
1.4 Million Face Deportation In US, 3,690 Nigerians Affected About 3,690 Nigerians in the United States are faced with deportation as Donald Trump begins a crackdown on illegal immigrants in the country. In a document compiled by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Enforcement and Removal Operations and sighted by our correspondent on Tuesday, the agency revealed the data is broken down by nationality and number of people faced with deportation. It also clarified that as of November 24, 2024, there are 1,445,549 non-citizens on ICE’s non-detained docket with final removal orders. In the document titled “Noncitizens on the ICE Non-Detained…
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Jan
29
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
APC Slams Atiku Over Comments At National Democracy Conference

APC Slams Atiku Over Comments At National Democracy Conference

News Flash, FGN, Politics, Presidency
APC Slams Atiku Over Comments At National Democracy Conference The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has slammed former PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, over his comments during the recently concluded two-day National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria in Abuja. APC accused Atiku of consistently blaming the APC for issues within his party, describing his claims as “like a broken record.” This was contained in a statement by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, on Tuesday, January 28. The statement reads in part: “The former Vice President and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023…
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Jan
29
2025
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President Tinubu Inherited N87.38 Trillion Debt, Not N21 Trillion – DMO Clarifies

President Tinubu Inherited N87.38 Trillion Debt, Not N21 Trillion – DMO Clarifies

Economy, FGN, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu Inherited N87.38 Trillion Debt, Not N21 Trillion – DMO Clarifies The Debt Management Office (DMO) has debunked recent media reports claiming that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu inherited N21 trillion in public debt which arose to N142 trillion. In a statement issued by the DMO on Monday, the agency said the actual total public debt as of June 30, 2023 after President Tinubu took office stood at N87.38 trillion. President Tinubu took office on May 29, 2023. The DMO clarified that the figure includes the external and domestic debt of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), the 36 states, and…
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Jan
29
2025
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Nigeria On Verge Of Losing Democracy – Atiku Abubakar

Nigeria On Verge Of Losing Democracy – Atiku Abubakar

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Politics
Nigeria On Verge Of Losing Democracy – Atiku Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned that Nigeria is on the verge of losing its hard-fought democracy if it does not retrace its steps. Atiku made this declaration on Monday at a national conference on strengthening democracy in Nigeria, organised by the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy, and Development (Centre LSD), the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), the Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA), and the National Peace Committee (NPC). The former vice president cited instances where courts decide candidates or winners…
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Jan
28
2025
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Presidents Don’t Need Globetrotting To Attract Investments – Peter Obi Comments As President Tinubu Lands In Tanzania

Presidents Don’t Need Globetrotting To Attract Investments – Peter Obi Comments As President Tinubu Lands In Tanzania

Economy, News Flash, Politics
Presidents Don’t Need Globetrotting To Attract Investments – Peter Obi Says As Tinubu Lands In Tanzania The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has said that presidents need not travel the whole world to attract foreign investments into the country. Obi in a post made on his X account said investments flow naturally where the environment is conducive as there would not be any need to force it. Describing investment and conducive environment as a honey and bee kind of relationship, the former Anambra State governor said Foreign Direct Investment does not come with presidents globetrotting. He…
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Jan
26
2025
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Trump Pardons Beverly Williams, 22 Others Jailed By Biden For Preaching Gospel Of Jesus At Abortion Clinic

Trump Pardons Beverly Williams, 22 Others Jailed By Biden For Preaching Gospel Of Jesus At Abortion Clinic

International, News Flash, Politics, Religion
Trump Pardons Beverly Williams, 22 Others Jailed By Biden For Preaching Gospel Of Jesus At Ab@rtiön Clinic President Donald Trump has pardoned 23 pro-life individuals convicted by Joe Biden’s Department of Justice for praying inside or demonstrating at abortion clinics. “Twenty-three people were prosecuted, they should not have been prosecuted. Many of them are elderly people — they should not have been prosecuted,” Trump said on Thursday. “This is a great honor to sign this.” Peaceful pro-life protesters received lengthy sentences for demonstrating at abortion clinics during Biden’s time in office. The former president used the Freedom of Access to…
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Jan
26
2025
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There Are More Yahoo Boys In Government Than Outside – Peter Obi

There Are More Yahoo Boys In Government Than Outside – Peter Obi

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, Politics
There Are More Yahoo Boys In Government Than Outside – Peter Obi The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has accused the Nigerian government of harbouring more corrupt individuals than the wider society. Speaking at Nexford University’s 4th graduation ceremony in Lagos on Saturday, Mr Obi lamented that Nigeria is being exploited by public officials who misuse resources for personal gain. Mr Obi, who was the guest speaker of the ceremony emphasised the importance of strong leadership, noting that it is crucial to manage the affairs of the country. “For governance, don’t think when we talk about vices, it…
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