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Oct
01
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Pan Ohafia Stakeholders Resolve Next Elected Ohafia LGA Mayor Will Come From Ohafia Ofurishi, Issues Press Release

Pan Ohafia Stakeholders Resolve Next Elected Ohafia LGA Mayor Will Come From Ohafia Ofurishi, Issues Press Release

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
PAN OHAFIA MEETING COMMUNIQUE ISSUED BY PAN OHAFIA MEETING AT THE END OF HER MEETING WITH THE HIS EXCELLENCY ,ENGR.IKECHUKWU EMETU , FNSE, THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR OF ABIA STATE HELD ON THURSDAY 26 SEPTEMBER, 2024 AT THE GOVERNMENT HOUSE UMUAHIA.ABIA STATE. Preamble: The Ohafia Improvement Union Incorporated, the umbrella body of all organizations in Ohafia, led members of Pan Ohafia group comprising executive members of Council of Ohafia Monarchs and Ohafia Traditional Rulers Council to meet with His Excellency ,Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE on Thursday 26 September 2024, at Government House ,Umuahia Abia State After frantic discussions on the current…
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Sep
30
2024
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“They Will Need It Soon”: Fubara Gives Reason For Approving Psychiatric Hospital In Wike’s LG

“They Will Need It Soon”: Fubara Gives Reason For Approving Psychiatric Hospital In Wike’s LG

News Flash, Politics
“They Will Need it Soon”: Fubara Approves Psychiatric Hospital in Wike’s LG, Gives Reason. Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the construction of a modern psychiatric hospital in Obi Akpor Local Government Area, escalating his ongoing feud with Nyesom Wike. Wike, the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, has vowed to teach Fubara a political lesson, accusing him of betrayal. In response, Fubara highlighted his achievements, asserting that his one-year performance surpasses the previous administration's eight years. In a move that has stirred the political waters of Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the construction of a modern psychiatric hospital in…
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Sep
30
2024
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Decisions Of The State Working Committee Of Young Progressive Party (YPP), ABIA State Chapter On The Forthcoming Local Government Elections In ABIA State.

Decisions Of The State Working Committee Of Young Progressive Party (YPP), ABIA State Chapter On The Forthcoming Local Government Elections In ABIA State.

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
DECISIONS OF THE STATE WORKING COMMITTEE OF YOUNG PROGRESSIVES PARTY ( YPP) ABIA STATE CHAPTER ON THE FORTHCOMING LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS IN ABIA STATE. In deep realization of the importance of working together and consolidating ourselves towards ensuring victory at the polls in the forthcoming LG elections in the state, the apex leadership of the party in the state hereby resolve the following after a crucial meeting: 1.That Young Progressives Party in the state will participate fully in the forthcoming elections; 2.That The cost of obtaining nomination forms and their categories are as follows: (a) Chairmanship : (I) Male Aspirants—N100,000(Ii)…
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Sep
29
2024
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‘Don’t Put Fire In Oyo’ – Makinde Begs Wike

‘Don’t Put Fire In Oyo’ – Makinde Begs Wike

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
‘Don’t Put Fire In Oyo’ – Makinde Begs Wike Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, has asked Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), not to “put fire” in his state. In August, Wike warned governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against interfering in the affairs of the party in Rivers state. Wike and Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers state, have been at loggerheads over the control of the party’s political structure in the state. The rift between both chieftains of the PDP has created two factions in the Rivers house of assembly,…
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Sep
27
2024
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Taking Stock, Looking Ahead: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At Special Retreat For State Executive Council And Senior Appointees Of The Government

Taking Stock, Looking Ahead: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At Special Retreat For State Executive Council And Senior Appointees Of The Government

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
TAKING STOCK, LOOKING AHEAD… Being the Text of an Address by Governor Alex C Otti, OFR, at the 2024 Special Retreat for Members of the Abia State Executive Council and Senior Appointees of the Government Held at Panyu Hotel and Resort, Aba on Friday, September 27, 2024. Protocols For many of us, this particular auditorium has come to represent a learning theatre, a place where excellent plans are laid, questions are asked and clarity established. Shortly after our victory in the 2023 general election, the best brains and thinkers from different parts of the country and beyond assembled here to…
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Sep
25
2024
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Abia: Consolidated Democracy Through Councils Election – By Dr. Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia: Consolidated Democracy Through Councils Election – By Dr. Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
Abia: Consolidating Democracy Through Councils Election Dr. Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D The forthcoming 2024 Abia Councils election, scheduled for November 2nd, presents a unique opportunity for the people of Abia State to reclaim their rightful place in the democratic process, drive development at the grassroots, and ensure that democracy works for all. As Abians prepare to elect their chairmen and councillors to oversee the affairs of the 17 local government areas, which represent the third tier of government, it is essential to recognize the significance of this exercise. The local government election is a critical component of democratic governance, as it…
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Sep
25
2024
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Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Seeks Imprisonment Of Alleged Contemnor For Failing To Comply With Court Order

Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Seeks Imprisonment Of Alleged Contemnor For Failing To Comply With Court Order

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, News Flash, Politics
Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Seeks Imprisonment Of Alleged Contemnor For Failing To Comply With Court Order A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled hearing for October 24 in a contempt proceeding initiated by the reinstated Edo Deputy Governor, Phillip Shuaibu against Marvellous Godwins Omobayo, claiming to be the Deputy Governor. Justice James Omotosho chose the date on Tuesday after Shuaibu’s lawyer, Reuben Eguaba drew his attention to a motion by his client seeking Omobayo’s committal to prison for allegedly failing to comply with a subsisting order of the court. Justice Omotosho directed that Omobayo be served with all the…
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Sep
24
2024
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PDP Backs Out Of Rivers LG Election As Fubara’s Men Join APP

PDP Backs Out Of Rivers LG Election As Fubara’s Men Join APP

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PDP Backs Out Of Rivers LG Election As Fubara’s Men Join APP The Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced its decision to boycott the upcoming local government elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. The development comes after a stakeholders’ meeting at the PDP secretariat in Port Harcourt, where state party Chairman Aaron Chukwuemeka disclosed that the party will await the court verdict on a suit instituted by the All Progressives Congress (APC). Chukwuemeka stated that the party is not part of the APC’s suit but will respect the court’s order restraining the Rivers State Independent…
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Sep
24
2024
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I’m Ready To Serve In Any Capacity For Better Nigeria – Olumide Akpata

I’m Ready To Serve In Any Capacity For Better Nigeria – Olumide Akpata

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I’m Ready To Serve In Any Capacity For Better Nigeria – Akpata The governorship of the Labour Party (LP) in last Saturday’s governorship election, Olumide Akpata on Monday thumbed down the exercise which he said was characterized by vote-buying allegedly by the two leading political parties, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and insisted that he had a good show and was ready to contribute his quota in any capacity to make Nigeria and Edo State better places for their people. He said he belonged to a generation of Nigerians yearning for a genuine change…
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Sep
22
2024
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President Tinubu Breaks Silence On Outcome Of Edo Governorship Election

President Tinubu Breaks Silence On Outcome Of Edo Governorship Election

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash, Politics
President Tinubu Breaks Silence On Outcome Of Edo Guber Election President Bola Tinubu has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting what he termed a successful, peaceful, and largely hitch-free governorship election in Edo State. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, on his victory. “I commend INEC and our security agencies for their tireless efforts,” Tinubu said. “INEC has once again demonstrated its commitment to organizing free and fair elections in our country.” President Tinubu praised APC national…
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