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Nov
21
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Political Critique: Is Governor Otti’s Inaugural Promises A Far Cry From Reality In Terms Of Security?

Political Critique: Is Governor Otti’s Inaugural Promises A Far Cry From Reality In Terms Of Security?

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, Good Governance, News Flash, Security
Political Critique: Is Governor Otti's Inaugural Promises a Far Cry from Reality in terms of Security? With the violence that erupted yesterday in Ohafia, and the flurry of critisms, which by the way is normal, I thought it wise to explain some salient issues raised by an author shared by Esteemed friend. Secondly, I must express sympathy and solidarity with the family of the slain police man. I pray the colleague recovers fast. It is my sincere prayers that violence will be a thing of the past. Thirdly, to our admirable friends who critice the governor at every given opportunity.…
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Nov
21
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Why Are They Afraid Of Reliable Intelligence: A Rejoinder To John Okiyi’s ‘Only A Failing Government Blames Opposition For Insecurity’ – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Why Are They Afraid Of Reliable Intelligence: A Rejoinder To John Okiyi’s ‘Only A Failing Government Blames Opposition For Insecurity’ – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, News Flash, Security
WHY ARE THEY AFRAID OF RELIABLE INTELLIGENCE: A REJOINDER TO JOHN OKIYI'S 'ONLY A FAILING GOVERNMENT BLAMES OPPOSITION FOR INSECURITY.' 'A wicked person flees when no one is chasing him, but righteous people are as bold as lions' - Proverbs 28:1 The guilty they say is afraid. Why would Chief John Okiyi Kalu, the c-in-c of the remnants of the bitter and desperate deflated Abia PDP go on rampage for a Press Release by the Media Aide of the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti with the caption, "Promoters of Violence and Insecurity in Abia will Pay a…
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Nov
21
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Abia State CP Danladi Isa Leads Rescue Team In Operation To Apprehend Attackers Of Police Officers On Duty

Abia State CP Danladi Isa Leads Rescue Team In Operation To Apprehend Attackers Of Police Officers On Duty

Crime, News Flash, Security
PRESS RELEASE20/11/2024 CP Danladi Isa Leads Rescue Team in Operation to Apprehend Attackers of Police Officers on Duty Today, 20/11/ 2024, the Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, led an operation along Asaga Road by Terry Key in Ohafia and Ohafia axis in a bid to apprehend the hoodlums who ambushed and attacked officers on patrol duty at about 07:30hrs. .The hoodlums, unable to withstand the firepower of the police officers, fled the scene after their attack was repelled. During the operation led by the CP, ASP Etim Obungha was successfully rescued unhurt. Corporal Chukwu Odoemelam, who…
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Nov
18
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
PRESS RELEASE: Attack On Police Officers In Umuahia – CP ABIA State

PRESS RELEASE: Attack On Police Officers In Umuahia – CP ABIA State

Abia State, Crime, News Flash, Security
PRESS RELEASE18/11/2024 Attack on Police Officers in Umuahia, CP Abia State 1 . On 17/11/2024, at about 20:30hrs, two police officers, from the Special Protection Unit (SPU) Base 4, Makurdi Inspector Dunna Jatau and Inspector Bala Mohammed assigned to Honorable Ginger Onwusibe, a member of the House of Representatives representing the Nsiala-Ngwa North/South constituency, were ambushed by armed assailants while on official duty in Umuahia. 2.The officers were in a Police Toyota Hilux vehicle after accompanying and dropping off the Honorable in Umuahia. On their way, near Umuahia South Local Government Area Secretariat in Ubakala, their vehicle was intercepted by…
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Nov
15
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Prayers Prevented Exchange Rate From Reaching N10,000 Per Dollar – Pastor Adeboye

Prayers Prevented Exchange Rate From Reaching N10,000 Per Dollar – Pastor Adeboye

CBN/Commercial Banking, Security
Prayers Prevented Exchange Rate From Reaching N10,000 Per Dollar” – Pastor Adeboye The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye has said without divine intervention, the exchange rate could have soared to ₦10,000 to $1. Speaking during the Special Holy Ghost Congress in Abuja, Adeboye linked Nigeria’s financial struggles to its heavy reliance on fuel imports, despite being a significant oil-producing nation. He criticised the billions spent on refineries that remain non-functional, forcing the country to depend on imported petrol. Addressing the contentious removal of fuel subsidies, Adeboye remarked that the decision angered those…
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Nov
11
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Gov. Otti Receives Graduands Of Nigeria Police Academy, Charges Then To Work Hard

Gov. Otti Receives Graduands Of Nigeria Police Academy, Charges Then To Work Hard

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Security
GOV. OTTI RECEIVES GRADUANDS OF NIGERIA POLICE ACADEMY, CHARGES THEM TO WORK HARD. Abia State Governor has charged graduands of the Nigerian Police Academy to work hard and contribute to the security of the country. Governor Otti gave the charge in his Nvosi Isialangwa South LGA country home while receiving in audience 15 Abia indigenes who graduated recently from the Nigeria Police Academy, Kano. He advised them to exhibit professionalism in the discharge of their duties. The Governor while congratulating them on passing out in flying colours, warned them against cutting corners and urged them to remain good ambassadors of…
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Nov
08
2024
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Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration With PCRC To Enhance Community Security

Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration With PCRC To Enhance Community Security

Abia State, Crime, News Flash, Security
Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration with PCRC to Enhance Community Security Today, 7/11/2024 The Commissioner of Police Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, met with the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), led by the state Chairman Chief Iheanyi Igboañulam (Kpakpando Ndigbo Dum), at the Command Headquarters. CP Danladi emphasized the importance of community policing, and encouraged ongoing partnership between PCRC and the police. He assured that officers have been strategically placed to address security concerns of the state, and urged the reporting of crimes without bias. He further highlighted that all complaints should be directed appropriately. PCRC members expressed…
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Oct
23
2024
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Gov. Otti Assures Of ABIA State Government Support To The Joint Monitoring Team On Crude Oil Production Boost.

Gov. Otti Assures Of ABIA State Government Support To The Joint Monitoring Team On Crude Oil Production Boost.

Abia State, Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas, Security
GOV. OTTI ASSURES OF ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT SUPPORT TO THE JOINT MONITORING TEAM ON CRUDE OIL PRODUCTION BOOST. Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured of the Abia State Government’s support to tackle the issues causing the drop in crude oil production in Nigeria. Governor Otti gave the assurance on Tuesday, 22nd October, in his Umuehim Nvosi Country home, when he received in audience a delegation of the Defence Headquarters Joint Monitoring Team, led by Major Gen. JAL Jimoh, who paid him a working visit. Governor Otti who decried the drastic drop in crude oil production in Nigeria,…
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Oct
21
2024
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Senator Ashiru’s Attack On NDLEA Borne Out Of Vendetta – By Femi Babafemi(Director, Media & Advocacy NDLEA)

Senator Ashiru’s Attack On NDLEA Borne Out Of Vendetta – By Femi Babafemi(Director, Media & Advocacy NDLEA)

Crime, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Security
Senator Ashiru’s attack on NDLEA borne out of vendetta. We remain undeterred, but will continue to dismantle illicit drug networks including the one operating in the lawmaker’s house, Agency vows The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, says the recent attack on its image by Senator Oyelola Yisa Ashiru (Kwara South) was borne out of vendetta rather than based on any altruistic motive or national interest. The Agency stated this at its National Headquarters in Abuja on Monday 21st Octoberduring a press briefing addressed to respond to a disparaging statement made by Senator Ashiru that "the National Drug Law Enforcement…
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Oct
17
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
FG’s Weapons Used By Terrorists, Bandits – Ribadu

FG’s Weapons Used By Terrorists, Bandits – Ribadu

Crime, News Flash, Security
FG’s Weapons Used By Terrorists, Båndits – NSA Ribadu The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has stated that a significant number of illicit weapons currently in circulation in Nigeria originally belonged to the Federal Government. Ribadu made this statement on Thursday during the arms destruction exercise conducted by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) at Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment in Abuja. He explained that corrupt elements within the security agencies allowed these weapons to end up in the hands of non-state actors. The NSA condemned security personnel who facilitate the distribution of weapons…
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