Politics

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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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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By Abia ThinkTank
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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By Abia ThinkTank
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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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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Jan
19
2025
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Court Orders Arrest, Detention Of Reno Omokiri

Court Orders Arrest, Detention Of Reno Omokiri

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics
Court Orders Arrest, Detention Of Reno Omokri A Magistrate Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the arrest and detention of Reno Omokri, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, in connection with allegations of defamation against Dunamis Church Pastor Paul Enenche. The court’s decision, issued on January 13, 2025, also applies to former Dunamis Church Pastor Abraham Daniel and two individuals identified as Alexander Enenche and Peter Enenche. The remand order was granted following an ex-parte motion filed by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. The motion requested the detention of the accused individuals to facilitate ongoing investigations. Presiding…
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Jan
19
2025
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I’ll Support Seyi Tinubu If He Runs For Governorship – VeryDarkMan

I’ll Support Seyi Tinubu If He Runs For Governorship – VeryDarkMan

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
I’ll Support Seyi Tinubu If He Runs For Governorship – VeryDarkMan Controversial activist Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM) has publicly declared support for Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, should be decide to join the 2027 Lagos governorship race. In an Instagram video, VDM explained that he believes Seyi represents a new generation of leadership in politics. He stated that he would campaign for Seyi, despite not being involved in politics, as he sees him as a “bridge” to achieving his goals for Nigeria. VDM also speculated that Seyi may be building a network of…
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Jan
18
2025
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We’re Not IGBO, Rivers Group Strips Mbata Of All Titles For Emerging Ohaneze Ndigbo President

We’re Not IGBO, Rivers Group Strips Mbata Of All Titles For Emerging Ohaneze Ndigbo President

Abia State, Culture, News Review, Politics, South East, South South
We’re Not Igbo, Rivers Group Strips Mbata Of All Titles For Emerging Ohanaeze Ndigbo President The emergence of Senator John Azuta Mbata as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo worldwide has caused confusion in Ikwerre, the biggest ethnic nationality in Rivers state, with Ogbakor Ikwerre community stripping the former Senator of all chieftaincy titles earlier bestowed on him. Ogbakor Ikwerre Cultural Organisation said it would continue to maintain its unique identity and history separate from others and as such would not want to be identified with Igbo ethnic nationality and culture. In a statement in Port Harcourt, the President General…
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Jan
15
2025
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How Otti’s Edo-Born HOS Appointment Prioritizes Competence Over Ethnicity – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

How Otti’s Edo-Born HOS Appointment Prioritizes Competence Over Ethnicity – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
How Otti's Edo-Born HoS Appointment Prioritizes Competence Over Ethnicity Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Chioma Otti's leadership style has consistently demonstrated a commitment to meritocracy, dating back to his illustrious career as a bank Chief Executive and Managing Director. His detrabalized approach to leadership has earned him a reputation as a champion of competence and capacity over clannishness and ethnic considerations. This unique approach to leadership has been evident in his policies and appointments since assuming office as the Governor of Abia State. As a human resource and personnel recruitment expert, Governor Otti has brought his expertise to bear in…
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