Politics

Jan
24
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Yahaya Bello, Gov. Ododo Visit FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

Yahaya Bello, Gov. Ododo Visit FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

Abuja, News Flash, Politics
Yahaya Bello, Gov Ododo Visit FCT Minister Wike In Abuja The former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, visited the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, at his Abuja residence on Thursday afternoon. Bello was accompanied by his successor and current Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo. The visit was disclosed in a statement by the minister’s spokesman, Lere Olayinka, on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday. While no official reason for the visit has been provided, there is speculation that it may be an attempt to forge new alliances with key members of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. This was the…
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Jan
22
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
BREAKING: Better Abia Movement Group holds General meeting aims to expanding Membership, passes Vote of Confidence on Gov Otti Umuahia the capital city witnessed a convergence of the group members of Better Abia Movement where they held their general meeting and New year gathering to familiarize with the new members across Abia. The meeting held at New Eastern Comfort Hotel Umuahia witnessed the presence of many Abia voters and business owners including personalities like the MD CEO Mela Concepts Aba, State Youth Leader OHANAEZE NDI IGBO Abia State chapter, medical, Legal and notable Public administrators & professionals who graced the…
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Jan
22
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages

Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics
Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a suit before the High Court of Enugu State against Bashir Ahmad, the former Special Assistant on Digital Communication to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, for terrorism defamation. Kanu, who filed the suit through his legal team led by his Special Counsel, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, in his statement of claim, said on or about January 19, 2025, Ahmad defamed and libeled him by his utterances, published on X App (formerly Twitter). He said Ahmad’s…
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Jan
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
President Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment

President Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment

FGN, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment President Bola Tinubu has appointed Zahrah Mustapha Audu as the Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC). Princess Audu, a seasoned entrepreneur and technology expert, has over a decade of experience in building successful ventures. She holds degrees in software engineering and business management from a top UK university. In her role, she aims to boost foreign investments and create better opportunities for Nigerians. As a philanthropist, she has supported communities and fostered international collaborations. Princess Audu also serves as the President’s Technical Adviser on Foreign Direct Investment, leading campaigns to attract investors.
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Jan
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
World Standstill As Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th US President

World Standstill As Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th US President

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Politics, World News
Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th US President Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States (POTUS). The 78-year-old made a rare comeback four years after he lost to Joe Biden. Trump promised a blitz of immediate orders on immigration and the US culture wars as he caps his extraordinary comeback. Republican Trump, 78, was a political outsider at his first inauguration in 2017, but as he takes the oath as the 47th US president he is surrounded by America’s wealthy and powerful. The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon…
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Jan
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
See Locations And Other Details As EFCC Auctions 900 Vehicles Recovered From Corrupt Politicians, Others

See Locations And Other Details As EFCC Auctions 900 Vehicles Recovered From Corrupt Politicians, Others

Abuja, Crime, News Flash, Politics
See Locations And Other Details As EFCC Auctions 900 Vehicles Recovered From Corrupt Politicians, Others The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has invited Nigerians to participate in an online auction of luxury vehicles recovered from corrupt politicians and other criminal subjects in its concluded investigations. Citing the Proceeds of Crime (Recovery and Management) Act 2022, EFCC announced the auction on Monday and posted a list of the auctioneers, vehicles and locations, including Abuja, Benin, Sokoto, Uyo, Lagos, Kaduna, Ilorin, Port-Harcourt, Enugu, Kano, and Katsina “The general public is hereby notified that the @officialEFCC, through its appointed auctioneers, will conduct an…
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Jan
21
2025
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Joy In Abiriba Community As Kelvin Jombo Foundation Successfully Distributes Another Phase Of Palliatives And Other Empowerment Packages

Joy In Abiriba Community As Kelvin Jombo Foundation Successfully Distributes Another Phase Of Palliatives And Other Empowerment Packages

Abia State, Empowerment, News Flash, Politics
Kelvin Jombo Foundation Palliative Distribution II in Abiriba successfully completed. 600 Bags of 5KG Fertliziers.400 Bundles of Casava Stems.600 Bags of 5KG Beans.200 Bags of 5KG rice.600 Tubers of Yam100 Packs of Organic Maize seedlings.100 Packs of Organic Okro Seedlings,100 Packs of tomatoes Seedlings.1000 PCs of Sanitizers1000 Face Mask.100 Cartons of Noodles. The disabled in abiriba were also visited with some Cash Gifts, Abiriba Student Union also received a token of support.
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Jan
20
2025
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Diezani Denies Ownership Of Repatriated $52.8m Loot, Reveals Real Owner’s Name

Diezani Denies Ownership Of Repatriated $52.8m Loot, Reveals Real Owner’s Name

Crime, News Flash, Oil & Gas, Politics
Diezani Denies Ownership Of Repatriated $52.8m Loot, Reveals Real Owner’s Name Diezani Alison-Madueke, former Minister of Petroleum Resources, has distanced herself from the $52. 8m recently repatriated to Nigeria from the United States of America (USA). Contrary to reports, the ex-minister, who has been in the United Kingdom (UK) since she left Nigeria, said the money does not belong to her. In a statement titled “There is no such thing as Diezani Loot, Alison-Madueke claimed the money that was reportedly linked to her belongs to a Nigeria’s oil magnate, Kola Aluko. In the statement released through her counsel, Prof. Mike…
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Jan
20
2025
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The Trump Inauguration 2.0 Marks A Significant Turning Point, Ushering In Supercharged Global Reset – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Trump Inauguration 2.0 Marks A Significant Turning Point, Ushering In Supercharged Global Reset – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, International, Politics
The Trump Inauguration 2.0 marks a significant turning point in global politics, ushering in a supercharged global reset. As Donald Trump assumes the presidency for the second time, the world is bracing for drastic changes in US policy, both domestically and internationally.¹ A New Era of US Politics Trump's second inauguration speech is expected to set the tone for his new administration, with a focus on domestic priorities and a tougher stance on international trade and security. According to a report by FERI Institut, Trump's return to the White House means drastic changes for the USA and the rest of…
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Jan
20
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Trump’s Cryptocurrency $TRUMP Meme Coin Skyrockets From $1.5 To $70 In 48 Hours

Trump’s Cryptocurrency $TRUMP Meme Coin Skyrockets From $1.5 To $70 In 48 Hours

Abia State, CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, Foreign Affairs, Information Technology, Politics
Trump’s Cryptocurrency $TRUMP Meme Coin Skyrockets From $1.5 To $70 In 48 Hours The $TRUMP meme coin, launched by US President-elect Donald Trump on Friday with an initial price of $1.5, has seen a remarkable surge in value. The coin launched three days to his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States of America, boomed to as high as $70 on Sunday within two days. Trump launched his own cryptocurrency on Friday ahead of his takeover of office from President Joe Biden. By Sunday morning, the meme coin, $Trump, had quickly soared in market capitalization to $14.1 billion…
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