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Dec

2024

Merry Christmas ABIA!! From Debt To Prosperity. #Abia State#Prosperity – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Entertainment, Good Governance, Religion

Merry Christmas Abia!! From Debt to Prosperity. #AbiaState #Prosperity As the festive season dawns on Abia State, the atmosphere is filled with an air of excitement and anticipation. The people of Abia State have every reason to be joyful, as their state is on the cusp of a major transformation. Under the visionary leadership of Governor Dr. Alex Otti, Abia State is steadily marching towards a debt-free future, a feat that will have far-reaching implications for the state's economy and its people. The journey to this milestone has not been easy. For years, Abia State had been grappling with a…

Dec

2024

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Governor Alex Otti Joined THE 4th Quadrennial Session At ABA North Conference Headquarters Of The Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Religion

GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI JOINS THE 4TH QUADRENNIAL SESSION AT ABA NORTH CONFERENCE HEADQUARTERS OF THE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH. Earlier Saturday, December 14th, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, and his wife, Her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Chidimma Otti worshipped at the Aba North Conference Headquarters of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Uhum, Isiala Ngwa South LGA. The worship coincided with the conclusion of the 4th Quadrennial Session and consecration of Principal Officers and Executive Officers elected to lead the Conference. Addressing the congregation, Governor Otti congratulated the elected Officers and urged them to watch and be mindful of what they do, noting…

Dec

2024

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Oyedepo: Keyamo Defends Approval Of Private Airstrip Amid Controversy

News Flash, Politics, Religion, Transportation

Oyedepo: Keyamo Defends Approval Of Private Airstrip Amid Controversy The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has defended his decision to approve a private airstrip amid rising concerns and allegations of preferential treatment. Keyamo said this on the ‘This Morning’ programme on Arise News on Sunday. Where he stressed the importance of fairness and adherence to legal processes in granting approvals for private airstrips across Nigeria. “You can’t single out an individual in a country like this when you have given the same right to so many people and say withdraw that particular one. On what basis?” Keyamo…

Dec

2024

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Miyatti Allah President Arrested By Army – Family Confirms

Crime, News Flash, Religion, Security

Miyatti Allah President Arrested By Army – Family Says The family of Bello Bodejo, president of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, has raised the alarm over the arrest and detention of Badejo by men of the Nigerian Army. In a statement, Suleiman Waziri, Bodejo’s brother, said the Miyetti Allah leader was arrested on Tuesday at his office in Maliya, Nasarawa state by officers of the 117 battalion of the Nigerian Army. Waziri said Bodejo was arrested over an incident involving some herders and a retired army general in the Tudun Wada area of Nasarawa. “On the 8th of December 2024, an…

Dec

2024

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Sultan Of Sokoto Led – NSCIA Asked FGN To Revoke Oyedepo Airstrip Licence

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics, Religion

Sultan Of Sokoto Led-NSCIA Asks FG To Revoke Oyedepo Airstrip Licence The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has asked the Federal Government to revoke the airstrip licence given to the Living Faith Church, also known as Winners Chapel, founded by Bishop David Oyedepo. The council’s call is contained in a communique issued at the end of the 10th meeting of the Expanded General Purpose Committee (EGPC) held at the Abuja National Mosque. In October, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), announced the granting of the licence to the Living Faith Church for the construction…

Dec

2024

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‘Nobody Can Do Anything,’ – Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Breaks Silence Amid Deportation Saga

Gossips, Human Rights, International, News Flash, Religion

‘NoBody Can Do Anything,’ Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Breaks Silence Amid Deportation Saga Nigerian-born UK pastor Tobi Adegboyega has addressed recent reports of his impending deportation to Nigeria. The former leader of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church, which was shut down following allegations of a £1.87 million fraud, has lost his legal battle against deportation despite asserting that the move would infringe upon his human rights. An immigration tribunal has ruled that the 44-year-old, who is a cousin of Star Wars actor John Boyega, be deported to Nigeria. According to a report by The Telegraph, investigations revealed financial misconduct within his church,…

Nov

2024

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Governor Otti Attends The 27th Anniversary Of Mountain Of Fire And Miracle Ministry

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Religion

GOVERNOR OTTI ATTENDS THE 27TH ANNIVERSARY OF MOUNTAIN OF FIRE AND MIRACLE MINISTRIES. Earlier today, the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti OFR, and his wife, her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Otti attended the 27th anniversary of the South-East VI Regional Headquarters of the Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries at Amuzukwu, Umuahia. The Governor's presence at the anniversary service elicited great joy and ovation from the congregants who could not hide their joy of having him worship with them. The Governor thanked the Church for their continued prayers and support for his administration. He encouraged the…

Nov

2024

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President Tinubu To Attend Joint Arab-Islamic Summit In Saudi Arabia

FGN, News Flash, Politics, Religion

President Tinubu To Attend Joint Arab-Islamic Summit In Saudi Arabia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Sunday for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, which will focus on the current situation in the Middle East. This was stated in a press release issued on Saturday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy. The statement noted that the summit will commence on Monday, November 11, 2024, and is being held at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. It follows last year’s summit in the same…

Nov

2024

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Divine Solution For Nigeria’s Economic Hardship As First Lady And NSA Lead National Prayer

Economy, FGN, News Flash, Religion

First Lady, NSA To Lead National Prayer For Nigeria’s Economic Turnaround First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu will spearhead a national prayer session aimed at addressing Nigeria’s numerous challenges. The initiative, coordinated with Christian and Muslim religious leaders, seeks divine intervention for the country’s social, economic, and security issues, under the theme ‘Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.’ Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, Director General of the National Prayer Forum (NPF), announced the event in Abuja, emphasizing the importance of unity in overcoming Nigeria’s crises. According to Afolorunikan, this interfaith gathering signifies a collective…

Oct

2024

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House Of Reps Ask Keyamo To Revoke Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church Airstrip Licence

National Assembly, News Flash, Religion

Reps Ask Keyamo To Revoke Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church Airstrip Licence The House of Representatives on Wednesday called on the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace to stop the issuance of airstrip licenses to private individuals and organizations while calling for the withdrawal of already approved ones granted to Living Faith Church and private individuals and organizations, to safeguard national security. This followed the adoption of an urgent motion titled “NEED TO STOP ISSUANCE OF AIRSTRIP LICENSE TO PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS IN THE COUNTRY by Rep Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi during plenary in Abuja. Moving the motion, Gumi noted that the…