Politics

Nov
09
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Trivializing Opposition Politics: Criticizing Gov. Otti For Sleeping In The Night And Waking Up In The Morning – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Trivializing Opposition Politics: Criticizing Gov. Otti For Sleeping In The Night And Waking Up In The Morning – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
TRIVIALISING OPPOSITION POLITICS: Criticising Gov. Otti for Sleeping in the Night and Waking up in the Morning. Few days ago, the motorcade conveying the remains of the First Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, OON, made a brief stop at Umuahia, the Abia State Capital for a commendation Inter-denominational service. The venue was at International Conference Centre, Umuahia built during the tenure of Dr. T. A. Orji as the Executive Governor of Abia State and renamed Ochendo International Conference Centre by the immediate past Governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu. On the same stage, the Executive Governor…
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Nov
08
2024
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Assault: Bolt Driver Makes U-Turn, Begs Reps Member, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh

Assault: Bolt Driver Makes U-Turn, Begs Reps Member, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh

Human Rights, News Flash, Politics
Assault: Bolt Driver Makes U-turn, Begs Reps Member, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh An e-hailing driver, Stephen Abuwatseya has apologised to the House of Representatives member representing ABA North/South of Abia State in the National Assembly, Alex Ikwechegh who assaulted him after an altercation occurred during a package delivery. In a video statement released to the press on Thursday, Abuwatseya expressed regret for provoking Ikwechegh and asked Nigerians for forgiveness. He also urged everyone to move on from the incident. He stated, “Good day, Nigerians. My name is Stephen Abuwatseya. I had a misunderstanding with Rt. Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh a few…
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Nov
07
2024
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Election Night In America, What Lesson For Nigeria? – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere

Election Night In America, What Lesson For Nigeria? – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
ELECTION NIGHT IN AMERICA, WHAT LESSONS FOR NIGERIA? In the words of the victorious Donald J. Trump, his MAGA movement has become the most extraordinary political movement in the United States of America. No one may dispute those venerable victorious proclamation from a man that equally proved to the world that greatness is truly made of sterner stuff. It will be left for future historians to match his great MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement against the equally audacious Martin Luther King civil rights movements of the 60s, Rainbow Coalition movement of the 80s and lately the Obama audacity of…
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Nov
07
2024
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Trump And The US Intelligence Establishment Had Already Hated Each Other Since 2016 – By David Hundeyin

Trump And The US Intelligence Establishment Had Already Hated Each Other Since 2016 – By David Hundeyin

Columns/Opinions/Letters, International, Politics
David Hundeyin If you're in Nigeria, Kenya, or any other African country led by a Biden/Harris-installed puppet, this result gives you a 2 to 4-year window to do whatever is in your power to get that puppet out of there and rescue your country from the US economic hitman. US foreign policy, as we know, is imperial and does not really change. BUT the wild card here is that Donald Trump is perfectly set up to take the proverbial chainsaw to the swamp forest. He has no re-election to look forward to, and they have given him all the motivation…
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Nov
07
2024
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US Presidential Election: Harris Calls Trump To Congratulate Him On Electoral Victory

US Presidential Election: Harris Calls Trump To Congratulate Him On Electoral Victory

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Politics
Harris Calls Trump To Congratulate Him On Election Win Vice President Harris called President-elect Trump on Wednesday to congratulate him on his victory the night before, a senior Harris aide confirmed to The Hill. The aide said Harris discussed the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and being a president for all Americans. Chat with Instagram modelsBitcoin FX TradingThe vice president is expected to deliver remarks later Wednesday afternoon at Howard University in Washington, D.C., where supporters had gathered Tuesday night to watch results come in. Harris is an alumna of Howard. Trump clinched the presidency in convincing fashion…
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Nov
07
2024
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The Power Of Moderates: Understanding The Silent Majority’s Influence In Elections – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Power Of Moderates: Understanding The Silent Majority’s Influence In Elections – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
The recent US election has been a surprise to many, with polls predicting a tight race and potential litigation, but instead, we saw a decisive outcome. The US stock exchange has also rallied, surpassing levels seen eight years ago. This echoes the sentiment in Abia State, where Governor Alex Otti's administration has promised a "golden era of prosperity". Interestingly, we can draw parallels between Governor Otti and President Donald Trump, highlighting the silent majority backing them. This demographic played a crucial role in Trump's 2016 victory and may have contributed to Governor Otti's success in Abia State. The concept of…
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Nov
07
2024
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After Initial Silence, President Biden Congratulates Trump On Victory

After Initial Silence, President Biden Congratulates Trump On Victory

Foreign Affairs, Politics
After Initial Silence, President Biden Congratulates Trump On Victory United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday called President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him on his victory against the Vice President Kamala Harris in the election. President Biden also extended an invitation for Trump to visit the White House. The 81-year-old president, who watched the unexpected election results unfold from the White House on Tuesday night, plans to address the nation on Thursday. SaharaReporters earlier reported that shortly after 1:30 PM on Wednesday, Harris called Trump to formally concede defeat, and urged him to honor the “importance of a peaceful transfer…
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Nov
06
2024
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New Era, New Leadership In Ohafia As Chief Dr. David Ogba Onuoha Hands Over To Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

New Era, New Leadership In Ohafia As Chief Dr. David Ogba Onuoha Hands Over To Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Abia North, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
New Era, New Leadership in Ohafia LGA Chief Dr David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex hands over to Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, ensuring continuity and progress. Yesterday, November 5, marked a significant milestone for Ohafia Local Government Area as Chief Dr. David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex handed over the reins to Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu. The ceremony, held at the council secretariat, was graced by the esteemed presence of His Royal Majesty King Kalu Kalu Ogbu (Esq) and other notable, very Highly Esteemed Royal Fathers in Ohafia LGA. In his farewell address, Chief David expressed his gratitude to the people of Ohafia for…
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Nov
06
2024
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Rev. Father Hassan Kukah’s Call To Unity: A Pragmatic Solution For ABIA State After The Nov 2 LGA Elections, And Swearing In Of Mayors

Rev. Father Hassan Kukah’s Call To Unity: A Pragmatic Solution For ABIA State After The Nov 2 LGA Elections, And Swearing In Of Mayors

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
Rev. Father Hassan Kukah's Call to Unity: A pragmatic solution for Abia State after the Nov 2 LGA elections, and Swearing in of Mayors The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, has made a compelling call to unity, urging Nigerians to put aside their differences and move forward, stating that the worst times in the country's history are over. He emphasized this on Tuesday in Abuja during the public presentation of the book titled: "Judicial Terrorism - A Macabre Trial and Death Sentences on Some Atvap (Kataf) People". The Vanguard News reports that the book was written in honour of retired…
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Nov
06
2024
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‘Africa’s Most Infamous Presidential Election Loser’ – APC Blasts Atiku

‘Africa’s Most Infamous Presidential Election Loser’ – APC Blasts Atiku

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
‘Africa’s Most Infamous Presidential Election Loser’ – APC Blasts Atiku The ruling All Progressives Congress, on Tuesday, launched a renewed attack on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing him as an infamous election loser. The National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Abuja. Morka was reacting to Monday’s claim by the former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate that he didn’t lose the 2023 election. In a post via his official X handle, Atiku posted that the mandate was ‘criminally stolen’ from him. However, the APC spokesman stated that nobody…
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