Address the nation to calm frayed nerves, CAPPA advises Tinubu

By: Mandy Park As the planned nationwide protests kicks off today, Thursday, 1st to 10th August 2024, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately address citizens in a state-of-the-nation broadcast to engage the people’s legitimate grievances, calm frayed nerves, and break the icy tension that has formed across parts of the country. ÇAPPÀ, also counselled the President to affirm his administration’s commitment to protecting the rights of citizens by compelling all government machinery and authorities to safeguard the lives and well-being…

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Nothing Beats A Good Lung(A rejoinder to Farooq Oreagba’s “Nothing beats a good smoke” comment)

By Babajide Seidu Adewale Tobacco kills up to half of its users who don’t quit. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), it is the only legal consumer product that kills up to half of its users when used as intended by the manufacturer. In 2023, no fewer than eight million people died from tobacco, including an estimated 1.3 million non-smokers who were exposed to second-hand smoke. In Nigeria, about 28,876 tobacco deaths are recorded annually. This, according to research by the Centre for the Study of Economies of Africa…

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I am dissapointed with what the Tinubu-led govt is offering Nigerians on governance–Umma Getso, Former, VP candidate, YPP

Prominent Political activist, Umma Getso who was former Vice Presidential candidate, Young Progressives Party, YPP. in the 2019 Presidential election in this chat with journalists, speaks on various critical issues including, a looming mass revolution, an assessment of the Tinubu Presidency, security challenge among others.It’s an exciting encounter.Mandy Park reports How will you assess the one year anniversary of President Bola Tinubu tenure? Well, it’s very hard to say this but if we look at the situation of President Tinubu-led government, we cannot cover our eyes and say that the…

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NAMed Seeks TETFUND Support For Academic Journal Publications

By: Mandy Park Poised to continue its laudable goals in the medical and academic sphere, the Nigerian Academy of Medicine (NAMed), recently made a passionate request from Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) for financial assistance for the publishing of its proceedings, journals, memoirs, transactions and other publications as may be found desirable and in tune with its mandate as enunciated Article 1: f of the organisation. Prof. Samuel Ohaegbulam, President of NAMed, made this plea when he, on .Wednesday, July 3, led a delegation of the Board of Trustees on…

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Tinubu sacks Halilu, Aisha Buhari’s brother as NSPM, MD

By: Mandy Park President Bola Tinubu has sacked the Managing Director of the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Plc (NSPM), Ahmed Halilu. According to Premium Times, Halilu is the brother to former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, who was appointed to the position in September 2022 by ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. Also affected by the removal directive are the company’s Executive Director, Corporate Services, Ado Danjuma; Executive Director, Operations (Lagos Factory) Chris Orewa; Executive Director, Security Documents, Tunji Kazeem and Company Secretary, Victoria Irabor. Mrs Irabor is married to a former Chief of Defence…

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Financial autonomy not enough for liberation of LGs, says Nto

By: Mandy Park As Nigerians celebrate the. Financial autonomy granted local governments by the Supreme Court, a university don, Dr Philips Nto said it is not enough for the full liberation of the third tier of government from the state governors. According to him, for the local governments to function optimally and serve the people effectively, it must also be autonomous politically and administratively. Dr Nto who a former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning in Abia State, noted that the judgment of the Apex Court is only the beginning…

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Hon Makinde commends Supreme Court Verdict On LG Autonomy…says verdict victory for rule of law

By: Mandy Park Hon. Rotimi Makinde has hailed the judgment of the Supreme Court that declared on, yesterday, Thursday that it is unconstitutional for state Governors to hold funds allocated to Local Government administrations in Nigeria while also ordering immediate compliance of the judgement.The Apex Court further stated that no state should be paid monies meant for Local Governments. Supreme Court had in its lead judgment read by Justice Emmanuel Agim, said the 774 Local Government councils in the country should manage their funds themselves without interference from the State…

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Esan World Congress to raise $100,000 for health care, educational empowerment at 2024 Convention

By: Mandy Park Esan sons and daughters in North America, under the aegis Esan World Congress (USA/Canada), is set to raise $100,000 for its Health Care and Educational Empowerment programmes in Nigeria. This will be one of the highlights of its 2024 Convention coming up from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28. The event, which promises great excitement will be celebrated in Houston, Texas State, USA. Vice President of the body and Chairman of the Convention Planning Committee (CPC), Mr. Pius Idiakheua, disclosed this in a chat with our…

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Bandits abduct Shamang, former NLC President in Kaduna

A former President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Comrade Takai Shamang, has been abducted in his hometown, Biniki, in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State. His daughter, Mrs Grace Abbin, confirmed the incident to NAN on Sunday. She said her 78-year-old father was abducted by gunmen at his residence in Biniki, at about 8 pm on Friday. Shamang is the President and Founder of Gantys Aid for Widows, Orphans and Needy Foundation, popularly known as GAWON Foundation. He was also a former President General of the National Union…

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Obi in Kogi state, says ‘My Investment in Health, Education for Good of Society’…Donates N10 million to Nursing College in Kogi

Mandy Park The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, said that his unwavering commitment to building a better nation through investing in the critical areas of human and national development; health and education, is ultimately for the good of the nation and the future of society. Obi made the remarks yesterday, when he paid a visit to Grimard College of Nursing Sciences, Anyigba, Kogi State, where he donated N10 million to the College for the training of nurses, who he said, are at the centre of primary…

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ATCA intimates Nigeria concerning British American Tobacco’s Push To Export Pakistani ‘Kiddie Packs’ Cigarettes To Africa

By: Mandy Park The African Tobacco Control Alliance (ATCA) has alerted Nigeria to a push by British American Tobacco (BAT) for Pakistan to export small packs of cigarettes, known as “kiddie” packs, to Africa. In a statement backed by 60 public health advocates, representing 54 organizations from 25 African countries, ATCA appealed to the government of Pakistan to “Protect the world’s children: Do not allow British American Tobacco to export kiddie packs of cigarettes to Sudan (Africa).” ATCA noted that BAT’s plan, if not halted, would see BAT subsidiary Pakistan…

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CAPPA inaugurates Healthy Food Policy Youth Vanguard

By: Mandy Park Socially-relevant and need-meeting NGO, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has inaugurated the Healthy Food Policy Youth Vanguard (HFPYV) programme with a youth-focused public health and food justice advocacy. The two-day event, held in Lagos, featured the training and induction of over 28 young Nigerians as HFPYV pioneers from across the country. In his address on Day 1 of the programme, CAPPA’s Executive Director, Akinbode Oluwafemi, disclosed that the HFPYV is designed to equip youths to promote healthy living lifestyle and resist attempts by corporations to…

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International Trade Centre, MOUAU Agribusiness Centre, to partner for food security

By: Mandy Park The International Trade Centre, an arm of the United Nations with WorldTrade Organisation, has pledged to work with the Agribusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, for enhanced service delivery in the Agriculture value chain. A five member team from the Centre based in Geneva made the pledge during a visit to ABIC in Umudike where they were received by the Vice Chancellor, Prof Maduebibisi Iwe and the Director of the centre, Dr Philips Nto. Leader of the delegation, Mr Richard Eke- Metoho, said they…

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Food justice campaigners, environmentalists, raise concern over GMO, SSB, health complicating products…make case for SSB tax increase

By: Mandy Park Food justice campaigners, environmentalists, public health experts including, environmental think tank, Dr. Nnimmo Bassey, Director, HOMEF, Akinbode Oluwafemi, Executive Director, CAPPA, Dr. Francis Fagbule, Public health specialist, UCH, Ibadan, Fidelis Obaniyi, CSEA, Opeyemi Ibitoye, Project Officer, CAPPA, and Bukola Olukemi Odele among others have raised the alarm over the abuse of the fundamental rights of Nigerians to consume healthy foods and be protected from corporations promoting unhealthy diets. They expressed worry at the adoption and promotion of GMO and SSB products despite the growing rate of non-communicable…

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MOUAU Agribusiness Centre flags off agric enlightenment programme on radio…Prof Maduebisi using the center to guarantee food security–Dr. Nto

Mandy Park The Agribusiness incubation centre of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, ABIC- MOUAU, has flagged off Its Radio enlightenment programme tagged Farmers’ Friday. This is as the Director of the centre, Dr Phillips Nto pointed out that the Vice-chancellor, Prof Iwe Maduebisi is using the Agribusiness center to guarantee food security. Flagging off the interactive programme to be aired on Broadcasting Corporation of Abia state every Friday at 11.05 am, the Director of Agribusiness centre, Dr Philips Nto described Agribusiness as a modern concept that presents agriculture as…

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Privatisation not solution to Lagos Water Problems– CAPPA

Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has condemned the Lagos State Government for allegedly pushing a single policy direction toward privatization of water utilities without considering alternative management models, to the detriment of disadvantaged communities within the state. The organisation noted expressly that privatization was not the solution, while expressing grave concerns about statements made during the just-concluded Lagos International Water Conference (LIWAC), hosted by the Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LASWARCO) from June 25 to 26, 2024. According to the accountability watchdog, although the LIWAC 5.0,…

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CHSR raises alarm over right abuse of Mrs Adeyinka… write Gov Sanwo-Olu, Hon Obasa

Mandy Park Worried by what it described as an abuse of individual right, intimidation and unsubstantiated allegation by the Nigeria Police Force over the ill-treatment of Çhíef Mrs Dorcas Adeyinka, the Centre for Human and Socio-economic Rights, CHSR, has written to Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Rt. Hon. Mudasiru Ajayi Obasa, Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker for urgent attention and quick intervention. CHSR is a public good oriented non-governmental organization (NGO) registered as a corporate body to defend, sustain, promote culture, fundamental human and socio-economic rights of citizens…

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ADF mourns madam Josephine, late Philip Effiong’s wife… pledges to participate in burial

By Mandy Park Pan Ndigbo Socio- Political organization, Ala-Igbo Development Foundation, ADF has expressed its condolence to the family of late General Philip Effiong on the passing into grory of Mrs Josephine, wife of the Biafra hero.In a statement signed by ADF President. Emeritus Professor T Uzodinma Nwala, it noted that the organization and the entire commiserate with the family on the exit of the matriarch.Part of the statement reads ” With the Effiong’s family in our hearts.The message concerning the passage to eternal glory of our dear Matriarch- Lady…

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Kano Chieftaincy Crisis: Silence Isn’t Golden

By Umar Ardo, Ph.D I feel thoroughly sad by what is happening in the Kano chieftaincy imbroglio. And every right thinking northerner should feel sad as well. I equally feel disappointed with especially the Kano politicians whom I put the entire blame on for, by their faulty judgements, both in governance and politics, instigating the whole unfortunate situation. At a perilous time of adversity like this against Northern Nigeria, and particularly against the Caliphate establishment, when all hands ought to be on deck to mobilize our people to use the…

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President Tinubu should listen to voices of reason on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu–Dr Ossai Edmund

Dr. Ossai Ossai Edmund is a University lecturer , activist, and international public health consultant.He spoke with select media recently on some national issues including, one year of Tinubu presidency, admission age limit controversy, strike, and Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s continued detention among others Excerpt How can you briefly assess the one year in office of President Bola Tinubu ? The government of President Ahmed Tinubu has a huge task in his hands to restore hope to Nigerians. The state of despondency in Nigeria at present is very high. Economy has…

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South East University: Nto makes case for ASCETA

Mandy Park Immediate past Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu (ASCETA), Dr Philips Nto has described the institution as the most suited to host the proposed South East University. This is as he pointed out that the institution boasts of requisite infrastructure to host a university, including the added advantage of a serene environment. Dr Philips Nto who was reacting to the plan by South East governors to site the university at Arochukwu, noted that the college already has high-powered structures and technical equipment to host any…

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Cholera Outbreak: CAPPA Urges Govt to Prioritise Access to Public Water

By: Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has sounded alarm bells over Nigeria’s latest cholera outbreak, asserting that the recurring crisis, which affects thousands of vulnerable Nigerians, is a direct consequence of government’s failure to invest in the provision of safe public water supply. This is as the organisation advised Nigerians to protect their health by boiling their drinking water and maintaining proper sanitation and hygiene practices, such as washing their hands regularly with soap and clean water, especially before eating and after using the toilet.…

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GreyDots AI debuts in Nigeria… Will end the Google era–Arnold-Agure Dam

Mandy Park GreyDots AI on Friday, 14th June, inside the Grand Ball Room, Eko Hotel and Towers, Victoria Island, Lagos màde history in Nigeria’s technology as it launched it’s first AI solution entirely developed. This is as the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of GreyDots AI, Arnold Agure-Dam boasted with enthusiasm that the latest feat would end the Google era, promising that NiGPT will have real local solutions to address specific problems across sectors. Also the event provided opportunity for the organization to highlight AI’s potential to revolutionalise almost all…

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300 beneficiaries of Abia govt sponsored agro training arrive Nassarawa… Otti poised to build capacity in Abia agricultural space to upscale production– Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Ph.D

Mandy Park Three hundred beneficiaries of a fully sponsored programme in agriculture by the Abia State Government have arrived the CSS Global farms, Nasarawa State, for a two-week training. This is as Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Chief of Staff to the Governor reiterated Gov Otti’s commitment to upscale agriculture productivity in the state. Recall that few weeks ago, the State Government had organised a capacity-building seminar for the first batch of the 300 candidates selected for the training. The founder of CSS Global Integrated farms, Prof. John-Kennedy Opara, had in a…

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June 12: CAPPA warns against planned clampdown on rallies…urges government to embrace true democracy

Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has warned the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) and the Department of State Services (DSS) against the planned clampdown on Nigerians engaged in a peaceful rally to commemorate democracy day.The non-governmental organisation’s statement, issued early Wednesday, follows a series of statements by the DSS and the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) threatening to prevent the planned protests by well-meaning Nigerians, labour unions, and a coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs).While reminding state authorities and security forces of their obligations to protect citizens’ rights…

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MOUAU agribusiness centre to float radio programme for farmers

Mandy Park The Agribusiness Incubation Centre at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, is to float a radio programme to educate farmers in Abia State on modern techniques of agriculture. The Director of the centre, Dr Phillips Nto, disclosed the cheering news when members of the Integrated Farmers Association, Abia State chapter, paid him a courtesy visit in his office. He said it’s part of the corporate social responsibility of the centre. Nto disclosed that the Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof Maduebibisi Iwe, has granted approval for the take…

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Hon. Rotimi Makinde Opens Up…

Osun APC Internal crisis cost us victory in 2022 . Staying neutral cost me a lot in Osun Politics. APC poor rewarding system, bane of challenges ahead By: Mandy Park Hon Rotimi Makinde, a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC was a member, House of Representatives in the 7th Assembly. He speaks with some selected journalists in Lagos on various political issues including the Tinubu presidency, strike, Nollywood industry, Osun politics and how APC can bounce back to take over power from the Gov Adeleke- led PDP government come…

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CBN revokes Heritage Bank License over poor performance

Mandy Park Citing what it described as failure to improve financial performance, the nation’s Apex bank, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked Heritage Bank’s licence. Hakama Sidi Ali, CBN acting Director, Corporate Communications, made the disclosure at a press release issued this morning, Monday, stating that the revocation of Heritage Bank’s license was in accordance with its mandate to promote a sound financial system in Nigeria and its powers under Section 12 of the Banks and Other Financial Act (BOFIA) 2020. The bankers bank further stated that the revocation…

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WNTD 2024: Enforcement of Tobacco Control Laws Will Protect Children’s Health, CAPPA Tasks Government

Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has urged governments at all levels to embark on effective enforcement of the National Tobacco Control Act 2015 and the National Tobacco Regulation 2019 to protect the nation’s children from the menace of tobacco addiction and its associated health costs. CAPPA, in a statement signed by Robert EgbeMedia & Communications Officer, CAPPA, to mark the World No Tobacco Day (WNTD- 2024), commended the Nigerian Films and Censors Board (NFVCB) for introducing the regulation that seeks to end the glamorization of…

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Tinubu Commissions Wuye Flyover-Link Bridge, pledges to Build Nation Where No One is Excluded

Mandy Park In celebration of the first anniversary of his administration on May 29, President Bola Tinubu, commissioned the Wuye Flyover-Link Bridge in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The President reiterated his commitment to building a nation where no one is excluded, saying: “We will build a nation where no one is excluded.” He highlighted the significance of the infrastructure project as a testament to the government’s dedication to the people. Speaking during the brief ceremony, President Tinubu praised the resilience and support of the Wuse and Wuye communities,…

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MOUAU Agribusiness Incubation Centre salutes Gov Otti on one year anniversary

Mandy Park The Director, Agricbusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Dr Philips Nto, has congratulated Abia State governor, Dr Alex Otti on his one year in office, while commending his outstanding performance. Nto also commended Otti for the laudable plans of his administration to collaborate with the institute for the training of 170 Abia youths in Agribusiness and other areas of agricultural value chain so as to achieve food security in the state. Nto, a former Commissioner for Finance in the State reiterated the earler pledge by…

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Children’s Day: Obi urges investment in the area of need for their Sake

Mandy Park The Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 general election Peter Obi has urged Nigerians and Nigerian governments at all levels to channel their investments in the area of development for the sake of our children. Obi said in a message to Nigerians on Children’s Day that as the future of our society, everything should be done to ensure their proper development. The LP standards bearer said that it’s unacceptable that four out of every ten Nigerian children is in child labour. Writing on his X handle on…

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Muhammadu Sanusi ii, reinstated Emir of Kano

Mandy Park Muhammadu Sanusi II, deposed as the Emir of Kano four years ago, has been reinstated to the throne by Governor Abba Yusuf. Yusuf announced the decision on Thursday after signing the Kano State Emirate Council (Repeal) Bill 2024 into law. “With the full support of the kingmakers, I have approved the reappointment of Malam Sanusi Lamido,” Abba said. The new law replaces the Kano State Emirates Council Law, 2019, and dissolves the emirate councils created by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje.By the law, Ganduje had created the emirates of…

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FG TEAM VISITS ABIA TO INSPECT SITE OF NEW AIRPORT, AS GOV OTTI ANNOUNCES ACCESS BANK WILLING PARTNER

Mandy Park A Federal Government team from the Ministry of Aviation has visited Abia State to inspect a proposed site for a new airport planned for the State. This comes as Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has declared that one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, Access Bank, has expressed willingness to partner with the State Government in developing the airport project. Led by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Aviation, Dr. Emmanuel Meribeole, the Federal Government team said that it was in the state to ensure that the land and…

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Zion Ministry Begins 100 Days Fast Worldwide

Mandy Park The 2024 edition of the annual 100 days fasting and prayer programme of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach (ZPMOM) began worldwide on Saturday, May 18. Themed “100 Days of Awesome Miracles and Deliverance”, the programme will be concluded with a three-day crusade to be held from August 23 to Sunday, August 25. Evangelist Chukwuebuka Anozie Obi, Spiritual Director of the Ministry, said that through the programme “God will alter lives positively and simultaneously open every closed door in the lives of those who participate actively and sincerely in the…

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FG Moves To Ban Smoking, Money Rituals, Ritual Killings In Movies, Music Videos, Skits…have forwarded approved copy to Justice Ministry for Gazette

Mandy Park The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, announced that it would henceforth restrict the depiction of smoking, ritual killings and money rituals in movies, music videos and skits. NFVCB’s Executive Director, Dr. Shaibu Husseini, disclosed this in Enugu at a National Stakeholders’ Engagement on the “Smoke-Free Nollywood” campaign organised in collaboration with Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA). Husseini said the federal government would prohibit the depiction and glamorisation of smoking, violence, criminal acts, immoral acts, ritual killings and money rituals…

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FG to mark Tinubu’s first year in office with low key

Mandy Park Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and chairman of the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC), George Akume has announced that President Bola Tinubu’s first year in office will be marked by a low-key celebration. Akume revealed that the anniversary will be commemorated through a series of sectorial briefings by various ministries, which will commence on Thursday, May 23rd. The purpose of these briefings, he said is to keep Nigerians informed about the administration’s achievements, challenges encountered, and the solutions being implemented. According to him, addressing insecurity challenges in the…

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Tetfund pledges support for MOUAU agribusiness Centre

Mandy Park The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund, (TETFUND), Arch Sonny Echonu has pledged fund’s assistance towards promoting and strengthening the Agribusiness Incubation Centre at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. He said he was impressed with the progress made by the Centre in so short a time and therefore deserved to be assisted by Tetfund to flourish and perform better. Arch Echonu spoke on Tuesday when the Vice Chancellor of MOUAU, Prof Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe led his management team on a courtesy visit on the Executive Secretary…

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CAPPA, HOMEF condemn planned exit of Shell without cleanup… reject divesting by shell

Mandy Park Civil society organizations, specifically, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) and Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) have condemned the latest move by oil giant, Shell to exit the country and at the same time planning to divest its operation without cleaning up the Niger Delta environment and paying relevant compensations. The groups said they would stop at nothing to ensure that Shell and other oil companies including Chevron are made to pay for all the environmental damages done to the oil communities as well as health…

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It’s wrong to deny diaspora Nigerians right to vote–Dr. Anthony Ubani… urges stakeholders to raise voice in advocacy

.Mandy Park Executive Director, FixPolitics, Dr Anthony Ubani has said that denying Nigerians living outside the country the right to vote and have a say in the governance of their country is inconsistent with democratic ethos and universal trends in the global community of nations. He charged Nigerians to raise their voices in advocacy, as majority of African countries have already instituted Diaspora voting. Ubani was speaking at a media chat with select journalists in Lagos on Sunday, calling on all stakeholders – civil society organizations, lawmakers, politicians, political parties…

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Niger Delta Youths Counsel Wike, Fubara To Embrace Peace

Mandy Park Politicians in Rivers State were enjoined to “sheathe their swords” and avert escalation of the ongoing political crisis in state. The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) and leaders of the youths in the Niger Delta region, made this call on Friday in a jointly signed communique issued after a one-day peace and security summit organised by the group, aimed at uniting all youths in the Niger Delta region. The summit was organised on to commemorate the 56th year remembrance of late Major Adaka Boro, usually celebrated by the ijaw…

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Prince Bola Afonja is dead

A former Nigerian Minister of Labour and Productivity, Prince Bola Afonja, has died Afonja served under the interim administration of the late Chief ERnest Shonekan. Afonja, NPO Reports learnt died at the University College Hospital, Ibadan the Oyo state capital. at the age of 82. He was said to have been involved in a lone accident in Ilora, a part of Oyo state and from there was rushed to the UCH.Afonja who is the chairman of integrated Dimensional System, IDS, and others company died Sunday night at the University College Hospital,…

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GOV OTTI COMMISERATES WITH ARMY OVER DEATH OF SOLDIER IN ABA, URGES RESIDENTS TO REMAIN CALM

Mandy Park The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has been made aware of an incident that occurred at the Milverton area of Aba, on Friday evening, involving men of the Nigeria Army and some criminal elements. The incident, according to the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Homeland Security, Mr. Chukwunenye Alajemba, left a soldier dead and another wounded, and currently receiving treatment at a hospital. The Governor wishes to commiserate with the Nigeria Army over this unfortunate occurrence and commends the officers and…

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Nigeria’s First GreyDots AI Solution debuts…Scheduled for launch 5th June

Mandy Park An exciting ground-breaking development in Nigerian technology feat is set to take the stage as GreyDots AI announces the launch of the first-ever AI solution developed entirely in and for Nigeria. This innovative AI is not just a product, it’s a promise of transformation, designed to address local needs with global technology standards. “The introduction of this AI marks a significant milestone in our nation’s technological evolution,” said CEO/Co-founder, Arnold Agure-Dam, of GreyDots A.I. “It’s crafted to revolutionise industries, enhance daily living and position Nigeria as a hub…

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CAPPA Cautions FG on adverse impacts of Lithium mining to environment, livelihood

Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has cautioned the federal government to approach its pursuit of industrial-scale lithium mining with a deep sense of environmental accountability and the protection of local livelihoods. The nonprofit organisation’s advice comes in the wake of the Nigerian government’s commissioning of its first and largest lithium processing plant in Nasarawa State. During a recent meeting with Chinese investors who built the plant, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was quoted as commending their efforts and investments and urging them to take advantage of…

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CHSR raises alarm over poor execution of dredging, water transportation projects in Lagos State

Mandy Park Rights group, Centre for Human and Socio-economic Rights (CHSR) has raised alarm over the poor execution of dredging and water transportation projects in Lagos State. This is as the group called on Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu to immediately take appraisal of the on-going projects, so as to correct anomalies. CHSR said the call has become necessary as the hope of waterways transportation for improved accessibility and movements across the state may not materialise soonest in spite of promises by the administration of Governor Sanwo-Olu to deliver on…

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Gov Otti pays condolence visit to late Ogbonnaya Onu’s family in Abuja

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, on Wednesday paid a condolence visit to the family of the late former Governor of the State, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu. Onu, the first civilian governor of Abia State (January 1992 – November 1993), and erstwhile Minister of Science and Technology, died on April 11, 2024, at a hospital in Abuja. A press statement by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor noted that the governor had immediately after the death was announced commiserated with the family through a statement issued by…

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Gov Otti vows to rid Lokpanta cattle market of crime… says market will be non-residential

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has restated the State Government’s commitment to rid the popular Lokpanta Cattle Market in Umunneochi of crime and make it non-residential. Otti said his administration is ready to protect legitimate business persons trading in the market and support such individuals, but made it clear that Government would no longer allow anyone to live inside the market. The Governor spoke on Sunday, May 12, when he paid an unscheduled visit to the Lokpanta Cattle Market, along the Enugu-Umuahia-Aba-Port Harcourt Expressway, while returning to…

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Gov Otti vows to reverse anti-people policies…says interest of people paramount

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has said the interest of the people will continue to come first in policy enactment and implementation, as his administration has taken steps to reverse anything found not to be in line with this expectation. Governor Otti, who described his administration as a selfless kind of leadership, oriented towards the welfare of the people, assured that he would continue to offer good governance for the benefit of Ndi Abia. The Governor spoke on Saturday, when he received the leadership of the Methodist…

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FOOD SECURITY: Abia to train 300 farmers at Nassarawa farm —Gov Otti

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has said that one of the ways Nigeria can solve the problem of food security is through the mechanisation of farming and establishing such businesses across the states of the federation. Governor Otti said with this measure, Nigeria would have found a panacea to food security amid rising import cost. The Governor made the call on Thursday during a capacity building training for the first batch of 300 candidates selected for agricultural training at CSS Global Integrated Farms, Nassarawa State. He stressed…

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Gov Otti flags off reconstruction of 3.5-km Osisioma-Ekeakpara industrial road

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has restated his resolve to restore the economic glory of Aba as the commercial nerve of Abia with the flagging-off of the reconstruction of 3.5-km Osisioma-Ekeakpara Road, on Wednesday. Otti, who butttressed the significance of rebuilding the road, which stretches from the intersection under the Osisioma flyover into the Osisioma Industrial Layout, stated that his dream is to make Aba the industrial and manufacturing hub of the world.In a statement by Kazie Uko,Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Otti noted that the…

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First News apologizes to Gbajabiamila over alleged S30 bn loot…Says We’re Sorry

Mandy Park The Management of First News online newspaper, has apologised to the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt Hon Femi Gbajabiamila, over a false news story published on its platform on January 29, 2024.The story written by the Editor, Mr Segun Olatunji, was entitled, “How Gbajabiamila attempted to corner $30bn, 66 houses traced to Sabiu.” The First News Management, in a statement on Wednesday, said it had discovered that the said story contained “falsehoods and fabricated stories handed out to us as facts by a misleading source which…

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MOUAU committed to enhancing food production in Abia and beyond – Dr. Nto

BY MANDY PARK The Vice Chancellor of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Prof Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe is committed to ensuring that the Agribusiness Incubation Centre in the institution is used to enhance food production in Abia and neighbouring states. The Director of the Centre, Dr Philips Nto disclosed this yesterday while conducting newsmen around facilities in the centre. He noted that although President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the establishment of the centre to teach and encourage local farmers on modern techniques of farming, Prof Iwe’s passion for excellence has…

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ICAN lauds Otti’s exceptional leadership in transformation of Abia

Mandy Park The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has hailed the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, for his exemplary leadership and commitment in the transformation of the State. ICAN said Otti, through various innovative initiatives such as the recently inaugurated Geometric Power project, which promises reliable power supply, and numerous road rehabilitation and reconstruction across the State, has impacted positively on the citizenry. The Institute made its position known on Tuesday, when the Governing Council paid a working visit to the Abia Governor at his residence…

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MAY DAY 2024: CAPPA congratulates Workers, advocates reinstatement of dismissed Lagos Water Corporstion employees

By: Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has hailed Nigerian workers and the toiling masses on the occasion of May Day 2024. In a statement signed by its Media and Communication officer, Robert Egbe, the group urged the Lagos State government to, in the spirit of the day, rethink its unjust dismissal of 391 permanent staff at the Lagos Water Corporation. The organisation also encouraged the Nigerian government to lift the heavy yoke of pain from the backs of Nigerian workers by speedily concluding negotiations for a…

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CAPPA trains journalists on fact-checking, peaceful election coverage

By: Mandy Park Socially-relevant and need-meeting non-governmental organization, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has urged Media practitioners in Nigeria to ensure they fact-checked their reports before dishing out to the public.This they noted would guarantee peaceful elections, especially now that the Ondo and Edo states election are the next on the line.CAPPA said a good fact-checked process would reduce violent elections and improve citizens’ confidence in the electoral process. CAPPA organized a webinar for journalists on the topic: ‘Safeguarding Democracy: The Media and Role of Fact Checking in…

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Alaigbo Development Foundation flays Publication on alleged expulsion of Chairman of congress

By: Mandy Park Socio-Political and cultural Igbo organization, Alaigbo Development Foundation has flays Publication alleging the expulsion of Emeritus Prof T. Uzodinma Nwala, Chairman of congress. The statement identified those behind the Publication as dissidents earlier expelled from the party owing to their act of mischief. In a statement signed by Mr Ukeme Onochie, Chairman, ADF Abuja Chapter, it noted that the laudable achievement of Prof Nwala is too solid to be rubbished by two confused dissidents recently suspended by the disciplinary committee of the organization. Part of the statement…

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I hate people who don’t value the truth– Obulata Chiderah, National Queen Nigeria… says My mum, My role model

Miss Obulata Annderah Chiderah, 300 level Law student of Rivers State University is The National Queen Nigeria.She had a media parley with some journalists recently where she opened up herself, ambition, her pet project, turn off, tactics in handling male admirers and the one thing she would want to pass across to President Bola Tiñúbu if opportuned to meet him.Queen Chiderah is a combination of beauty and brain and a pleasant personality. Enjoy the interview By: Mandy Park Let’s start with when you developed your passion for beauty pageant? I…

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Obi faults Coastal Super Highway Project… says, attention should be on internal roads

Mandy Park The 2023 Presidential flag bearer of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has taken a dig at the Coastal road project of this administration saying the timing is wrong and is not a priority. Obi therefore wants an immediate review of the project and attention channelled at the deplorable internal road projects littered all over the country that would enhance economic growth. The LP standard bearer who listed some of the abandoned road projects in the geopolitical zones of the country said that deliberate attention should be given to…

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Coalition slams attempt to blackmail NUPRC Boss

Mandy Park The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations has kicked against attempt by some groups to extort and blackmail the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Engr Gbenga Komolafe. Speaking at a media briefing in Lagos, today, Monday 22nd April, the head of the coalition, Comrade Shima Loremikan, said the latest campaign of calumny and blackmail against Engr Komolafe is reprehensible and must be condemned in the strongest terms. Loremikan said the allegations of compromising marginal fields bid round of 13 oil fields are baseless.…

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How President Tinubu can salvage Nigeria’s dwindling economy — Dr Phillips Nto, World Bank Consultant

Dr. Philips Nto, DG, Agribusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, World Bank consultant and former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning in Abia State in this revealing encounter, speaks on the economy, electricity subsidy, inseçurity, students loan, assessment of the President Bola Tinubu-led APC government, his mistake and the way forward.Mandy Park reports Except. You are now the Director Agribusiness Incubation Centre of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike ; What do you really intend to achieve there ? I have by the Grace of God occupied…

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One Year after: CHSR seeks justice for slain Salami…as widow alleges that Police have done nothing

By: Mandy Park One year after the gruesome murder of Sherrif Ishola Salami by unknown assailants, the Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights ( CHSR) has raised the alarm that the police have refused to conduct investigation to unravel killers. Even widow of the late Salami, Mariam Salami alleged that the police have done nothing despite all appeal made to them. As CHSR and the family of the deceased await justice, thay call on Governor Sanwo-Olu and IGP Kayode Egbetokun to order thorough investigation into the case. Recall that the…

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CAPPA raises alarm over Burna Boy’s Vape Deal…says it will worsen burden of NCDs

Mandy Park Service-Oriented and need-meeting NGO, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has kicked against a five-year deal between Grammy Award-winning artiste, Burna Boy’s company, BrkFst, and Aspire North America, LLC, a subsidiary of Inspire Technology Inc. for the manufacture and distribution of vaping products in Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, and Europe. A statement from CAPPA’s Media and Communication Officer, Robert Egbe, cautioned that the business deal would engender aggressive marketing of cannabis vaping and e-cigarettes, including vape pens, e-hookahs, JUULs, and other electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), which…

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Breaking News: ADF Postpones World Congress

By: Mandy Park Alaigbo Development Foundation (ADF) Igbo socio-economic and political organization, has postponed it’s World Congress to Monday 15th April. This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday signed by Emeritus Professor T Uzodinma Nwala,Chairman of Congress The statement noted that some of the documents at the ADF Secretariat was affected by the dubious activities of some criminal elements that broke into the office. But the statement assured that by Monday, all relevant documents would be made available. Pàrt of the statement reads “”For the…

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World Health Day: CAPPA asks govt to safeguard wellbeing of Nigerians by implementing right policies

Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), a non governmental organization, has urged the government to implement well thought-out policies and programmes that would safeguard the health and wellness of Nigerians. The service-oriented organization that focuses on public health advocacy, environment and social justice among other issues, marked the 2024 World Health Day with a webinar where it recommended action plans for the government towards improving the wellbeing of Nigerians. CAPPA noted that Nigerians have the right to health and health options, including health equity. The World Health…

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CAPPA, stakeholders warn on dangers of excessive salt consumption…educate on sodium intake limit

Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), a civil society organization, has raised the alarm on dangers associated with the consumption of excess salt by Nigerians. This is as ÇAPPÀ revealed that Nigerians were dying steadily through ailments incured over time due to excess consumption of salt / sodium. CAPPA also called for a legislation to reverse the dangerous trend, lamenting that Nigeria currently records an estimated daily salt consumption reaching up to 5.8 grams per day, which exceeds the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended limit of two…

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ADF Congress appoints 15-member transitional committee, dissolves other organs

By Mandy Park A 15-member transition committee has been appointed for the Igbo socio-economic and political organization, Alaigbo Development Foundation (ADF).The appointment of the transition committee follows the dissolution of all organs of ADF by the ADF Congress, which is the supreme authority of the Igbo group. According to a communique signed on behalf of ADF Congress by its chairman, Emeritus Prof T. Uzodinma Nwala, and two other members including Arch Eric Eyutchae and Mazi Joel Ogbonna, the 15-member transitional committee would organise election within the period to fill the…

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College of Nursing Students “ambush” Chairman on 53rd birthday

Mandy Park Students of the College of Nursing Sciences, Obohia, Ndoki, Abia State, on Thursday, April 4th, presented a pleasant surprise on Dr Godwin Umontuen, owner of the institutíon as they gave him a memorable parade to honour his birthday. Dr Umontuen was moved to joyous tears as he was tricked into the institutions premises and given a Match Pass he would not forget in a hurry. Unknown to him the students have prepared to show him love because according to some of the students who spoke with NigeriaNewsMark ”Umontuen…

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What I will tell President Tinubu—Harmony Chisom Kalu, Miss Ututu

Mandy Park Harmony Chisom Kalu, Miss Ututu, had a chat with some select Journalists during the week including NigeriaNewsMark.The very intelligent, beautiful and vocal Queen spoke on various issues, what motivated her, pet project, role model and what she will tell her President, Bola Tiñúbu if she has the opportunity of one-on-one with him, among others What was your motivation to be part of the pageant? My motivation is from personal ambition, platform for advocacy, networking and career, personal growth and confidence. Which pet project are you handling? Skill acquisition,…

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Abia Govt endorses MOUAU Agricbusiness Centre for enhanced food production… MOUAU will assist Gov Otti actualize his vision–Dr. Nto

By Mandy Park Abia State Government has endorsed the Agricbusiness Incubation Centre at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike as a catalyst for enhanced food production in the state. It has as a result pledged to partner the Centre in its drive to recruit the citizenry to embrace agriculture as a means of ensuring food security. The Commissioner for Agriculture , Prof Monica Ironkwe made the declaration when she led a high powered delegation to the Centre at MOUAU. She said Gov Alex Otti directed her to make the exploratory…

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World Water Day: Coalition warns against water privatization… Say over 113m Nigerians lack access to portable water supply

Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) and other Civil Society organizations under the aegies ‘Our Water Our Rights Africa Coalition (OWORAC) have warned the government at all levels to stop moves towards privatization of water. This is as they vowed to resist any move to commodify water, insisting that it’s a human righ that cannot be compromised. They gave the warning on the 2024 World Water Day. The warning came on the heels of unrelenting moves by subnational governments in Nigeria, and across African states to privatize…

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Hon. Ginger Onwusibe vows to empower constituents through MOUAU Agricbusiness Centre

Mandy Park Poised to fight food insecurity in his constituency as well as empower the youths for self sustenance, the Member Representing Isiala Ngwa North/ South of Abia State in the National Assembly, Hon Ginger Onwusibe,has enlisted the assistance of the Agricbusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike for the realisation of that goal. The respected lawmaker disclosed this at the weekend in his country home when he received the Director of Agricbusines Incubation Centre, MOUAU, Dr Philips Nto who paid him a working visit to acquaint him…

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Sen Abaribe plédges to partner MOUAU Centre for youth empowerment, employment

Mandy Park The Senator representing Abia South senatorial District, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has plédged to partner the Agricbusiness Incubation Centre at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, for the training and empowerment of youths. This he also acknowledged would help create jobs for the teeming Abia youths and it’s environs. The former mínórity leàder noted that without refocusing the youths in agribusiness and other skill acquisition programmes, their future in present day Nigeria would be endangered. Speaking in his office in the National Assembly, Abuja when he received the Director…

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Nto asks students to take up agriculture to curb food insecurity

By: Mandy Park Primary and post primary students in the country have been charged to develop interest in agricultural activities to secure their future and curb the current food insecurity in Nigeria. The Director, Agribusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Dr Philips Nto, threw the challenge while receiving the students of Topfaith international schools,,Akwa Ibom state, who visited the centre. Dr Nto who personally guided the students on the tour of the facility, pointed out the extensive value chain and numerous benefits inherent in the agricultural sector.…

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Abia Stàff ín MOUAU extol Prof Iwe, seeks support

By: Màñdy Pàrk Hundreds of staff of Abia State origin working at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) have passed a vote of confidence on the Vice Chancellor, Prof Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe, stréssíng that he has performed beyond expectations. and deserves súpport. At a meeting attended by Deans, Directors, scores of Professors and others, the staff were unanimous that Prof Iwe’s performance in the last three years has not only been outstanding but courageous, given the circumstances under which he has been operating.  In a motion moved by Prof…

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Prof Kila backs Food Importation Subsidy to tackle food crisis

Mandy Park Renowned Political Economist and Professor of Strategy and Development at the Commonwealth Institute of Advanced and Professional Studies, Próf Anthony Kila has thrown his expressed support for the importation and subsidy of food as a means of dealing with current food crisis Nigeria is dealing with. Kila made his position known while addressing an international forum of African and Caribbean Political Economist on a webinar organised to discuss economic and developmental opportunities in African and Caribbean countries. The renowned academic said the situation Nigeria is dealing with is…

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Bréaking ñews: Veteran Nollywood actor, Íbú çóñfírméd dead

By Mandy Park One of Nigeria’s óútstàñdiñg prolific comedians, John Ikechukwu Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, is dead. He died at the age of 62 after complications arising from an ailment which led to the amputation of one of his legs. The veteran comedian passed away at Evercare hospital. Mr Ibu, born on October 17, 1961, hailed from Nkanu West local government of Enugu State. After elementary school in 1974, Okafor moved to Sapele to stay with his brother, after his father’s demise. In Sapele, he did menial jobs…

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SSBs: CAPPA, Institute urge religious leaders to fight for congregation’s health

Mandy Park With the increasing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Nigeria, rising costs of healthcare services, and their negative impacts on the country’s population, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) and the Institute of Church and Society, have urged religious leaders to step into the ring and fight for their congregation’s health by backing an increased Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs) or pro-health tax. Speaking at a one-day workshop organised by the Institute in Ibadan, featuring religious leaders of all faiths from the Southwest and Kwara State, they highlighted…

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Group lauds Otti for flagging off Umuahia-Uzuakoli-Akara-Abiriba-Ohafia road reconstruction

Mandy Park A socio-cultural organization of the Ohafia people of Abia State, Obu Ohafia, has lauded Governor Alex Otti over ongoing reconstruction of 67 kilometre Umuahia-Uzuakoli-Akara Abiriba-Ohafia Road. The group said embarking on the project strategically demonstrates commitment to open the State for economic growth and prosperity. Recall that Otti, flagged off the road reconstruction on February 7, assuring of its speedy completion as three contractors were mobilized to handle different sections of the road. A statement by Mr Charles Kalu, publicity secretary of Obu Ohafia said the governor’s gesture…

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CAPPA Applauds renowned environmentalist Dr. Nnimmo Bassey on Prestigious 2024 Wallenberg Medal Honour…Bassey is first Nigerian to win prize

Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has congratulated Dr. Nnimmo Bassey, Executive Director of the Health of Mother Earth Foundation, on his well-deserved recognition as recipient of the prestigious 2024 Wallenberg Medal. The transparency watchdog noted that the University of Michigan in a post on its website on February 12, announced Bassey as the 30th recipient of the global award. Dr. Bassey – an environmental leader, architect, and poet – will become the first Nigerian, and 5th African to be so honoured after South Africans Helen Suzman…

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Ex ASCETA Provost commends Abia Panel on Recovery of Government Property for being firm and just

Mañdy Park The immediate past Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu (ASCETA), Dr Philips Nto has lauded the state panel on Recovery of Government Property for being firm, unbiased and just in it’s handling of petitions before her . He noted that he had earlier raised the alarm that some people wanted to use the panel to achieve some sinister motives and hailed the Chairman,Justice Florence Duruoha Igwe, and the members for resisting them. Nto spoke after the panel berated the management of ASCETA for denying him…

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World Cancer Day: CAPPA urges FG, States to address Tobacco use, excessive SSBs, salt consumption

Mandy Park As the world celebrates World Cañçer dày, 2024 the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has urged both federal and state governments in Nigeria to adequàtely address tobacco use, as well as the excessive consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and salt, which are high-risk factors behind the country’s alarming cancer burden. CAPPA noted that there has been an upsurge in cancer cases recorded in Nigeria in recent times alongside other non-communicable diseases (NCDs). According to the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment, Nigeria records over 120,000…

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It’s early to conclude that Tinubu has abandoned people that worked for his victory—Sen. Adesoji Akanbi

By: Mandy Park Senator Rilwan Adesoji Akanbi, chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC is founder, Coalition Movement for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COMBAT). Under the auspices of South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA) platform he was one of those who canvassed with great commitment for the election of President Bola Tinubu in the last general election. Senator Akanbi represented Oyo State, south, senatorial district at the 8th National Assembly and he established himself as a vibrant lawmaker.He spoke with select journalists including Nigeria News Mark on the politics, the…

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WHO seeks ban, regulation of E-cigarettes

Mandy Park The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged member nations of its global tobacco treaty to ban or regulate E-cigarettes and other novel and emerging products of the tobacco industry, if they are yet to do so, in the interest of public health. It made the call Tuesday at a virtual media workshop ahead of the 10th Conference of Parties to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC – the global tobacco treaty) in Panama. The event, organised by the Network for Accountability of Tobacco…

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Old Bende Forum demands justice for Philips Nto

Mandy Park The Old Bende Stakeholders Forum has cautioned against the victimisation of any of their sons and daughters using the current Abia State Panel on Recovery of Government Property. It noted that although it welcomes the panel as a means of ensuring that nobody appropriates government’s property unlawfully, but vows not to subscribe for the use of the panel for intimidation/harassment of perceived political opponents. Leader of the Forum, Chief Charles Ogbonnaya made the remarks when they paid a solidarity visit to the immediate Provost of Abia State College…

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Ex Provost kicks as panel recovers official vehicle from him

Mandy Park Immediate Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Dr Philips Nto has protested the seizure of his official vehicle by the state panel on Recovery of Government Property. He said by Government’s extant regulations, he was entitled to go with his official vehicle as Provost and wondered why the panel did not put that fact into consideration. He lamented the fact that the panel did not also consider the fact that he was being owed close to N120m before ordering the Recovery of the vehicle. Dr Philips…

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Nigeria health sector still evolving – Dr Anuma Kalu Ulu

…asks govt to rise to leadership challenge By: Mandy Park Dr. Anuma Kalu Ulu, Founder, Kalu Ulu Memorial Foundation, philanthropist, public commentator and US based Nigerian medical doctor, family physician and geriatrician was in Nigeria on a medical mission. He took time out to talk to select media including NigeriaNewsMark, on some critical issues concerning Nigeria, and what needs to be done to move the country forward. He also spoke on other national issues including the health sector, restructuring, governance in his state (Abia) among others. Excerpt Briefly, let’s know…

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MOUAU appoints Philips Nto as Director, Agribusiness Centre…I will ensure the centre emerges the best–Dr Nto

Mandy Park The Management of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) has appointed Dr Philips Nto as the Director of Agribusiness Incubation Centre.This is as Nto has made firm promise to ensure that the centre emerges the best in it’s enterprise. The appointment which is for a period of two years takes effect from January, 01,2024 and makes him a member of the University’s Senate and Management In a letter signed by the University Registrar Dr( mrs) Nkeiruka C Mbanasor , Nto will be” responsible to the Vice Chancellor…

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Reviewing Political events that shaped 2023

In the next six days, year 2023 will come to an end with its intrigues, suspense, dashed hopes and controversies. There is no doubt that the country experienced significant and lasting changes in 2023, profoundly shaping the country’s political, economic and social landscape.  Sunday Sun brings to focus some of the major political events that shaped the year. The 2023 general election The 2023 general election was one of the significant events that shaped Nigeria’s political landscape in the year in review. The nation’s political scene was heated up with…

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Nto lauds NASS for early passage of 2024 budget, demands orderly implementation

Mandy Park  A University lecturer, Dr Philips Nto has commended the National Assembly for the early passage of the 2024 budget which President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assented to recently.  But he wants the executive to ensure the orderly implementation of the budget, so as to achieve the intended targets.  Nto was however not happy that the fund earlier allocated to the National Assembly was increased instead of finding a way to reduce the deficit gap in the budget.  Dr Nto, a lecturer at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike,  noted…

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CAPPA applauds Consumer Agency Over $110 Million Fine on BATN

…wants Health Ministry to Handle Public Health Awareness By Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has lauded the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) over its imposition of a One Hundred and Ten Million US Dollars ($110,000,000.00) fine on British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN) and its subsidiaries over serial violation of the nation’s laws including the National Tobacco Control Act, 2015. The FCCPC had in a statement released on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, disclosed that the Commission on August 28, 2020, opened an active investigation…

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Sugary drinks industry undermining public health for profits, says CAPPA…demands govt to raise, enact SSB tax  

Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) and the National Sugar-sweetened Beverage Tax Coalition have cautioned on the dangers of unbridled sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) consumption, insisting that the SSB industry is increasingly undermining public health for profits. Both organisations, using research findings, accused the industry of deliberately promoting misleading narratives, clouding the public’s understanding of the true health implications associated with habitual consumption of their products. They indicted SSBs including soda and fruit drinks as playing a major role in the rising cases of obesity, diabetes and heart…

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The solution to Nigeria’s economy By Dr. Phillips Nto, world bank consultant

Dr Phillips Nto, Development economist , World Bank consultant, lecturer, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike and former Abia state commissioner for finance in this interview with select journalists speaks on the 2024 budget, off-cycle election, the Army bombing at Tudun Biri community, Electoral Act,  problem with Nigeria and what should be done to salvage the country among other national issues. Excerpt  Let’s know your assessment of the off -season elections that recently took place in  Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa states? Candidates and parties have won and lost, but the…

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Union rejects plan to lay-off 450 Lagos Water Corporation staff

By Mandy Park The Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil Service Technical and Recreation Services Employees (AUPCTRE) has rejected a plan by the management of the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), and the Lagos State Government to sack more workers at the LWC, expected to be not less than 450 staff. AUPCTRE said the plan came to light on Monday, December 18, 2023, during a meeting of the state leadership of the union with the LWC’s Managing Director (MD), Mr. Mukhtar Tijani.   The Union’s Secretary, Abiodun Bakare, who spoke on behalf…

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BREAKING: Again, Ondo governor, Akeredolu proceeds on medical leave, hands over to deputy

Mandy Park Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, is again, expected to proceed on medical leave on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. Official sources described the move as a follow-up to his medical treatment. The latest disclosure was made in a statement issued and signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde in Akure. Olatunde said that during his medical leave, the governor will prioritise his health and ensure a full recovery before resuming his official duties. According to him, “a formal letter regarding the medical leave and a notice formally…

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Ugep monarch commends Dr Tarkon’s free medical outreach, crusade… my mission is to give back to community–Dr Tarkon

Mandy Park Ugep Monarch, Obol Lopon of Ugep, His Royal Majesty Obol Ofem Eteng Ubana, has lauded the philanthropy of Dr Joseph Tarkon, a Nigerian-born, American-based doctor and presiding pastor of the City of David Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), in Atlanta, Georgia, for pulling doctors within and outside Nigeria and resources to provide free medical care to his community. The monarch also expressed excitement about the evangelistic crusade to be held in his community on Friday, Dec 15. This is as Dr Tarkon said the…

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Cross River communities receive free leadership tutorials from Dr.Tarkon, Emmanuel U.S. based Nigerians, others

By Mandy Park Ahead of a medical outreach and Christian crusade slated for December 14 -16 in Ugep, a community in Yakurr local government area, Cross River State, a well-rounded masterclass was first held on the fundamentals of leadership. The leadership session was the first in a planned weeklong event aimed at bringing relief to thousands of people in the community and it’s environs which Dr Joseph Tarkon, a Nigerian-born, American-based doctor and presiding pastor of the City of David Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), in…

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Nigeria ranks Africa’s second highest contributor to $26bn cigarette butt pollution – -New Report…says low and middle-income countries, in Africa bear the brunt of environmental burden

Mandy Park Latest report from data analysed by the African Tobacco Control Alliance (ATCA) has revealed that Nigeria. Is Africa’s second highest contributor to the US$26 billion global costs of environmental pollution caused by plastics in cigarette butts and packaging every year. ATCA’s report, as contained in its statement dated December 6, followed its analysis of research findings by the Global Centre for Good Governance in Tobacco Control, published online in the journal Tobacco Control. The analysis found that African countries with the highest smoking rate contribute the most to…

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CHSR, Campaign Against Impunity, others seek justice for Ishola Salami, slain youth leader

Mandy Park The Centre for Human and Social-Economic Rights (CHSR), Campaign Against Impunity, and other right groups have appealed to the Lagos State Police Command and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to unravel the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr Sheriff Ishola Salami by unknown killers and bring the culprits to justice. The appeal was made on Thursday during a strong protest at the offices of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, the NHRC, and the governor’s office, where petitions were submitted demanding an urgent police investigation into the…

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Rights groups raise concern over Tudun Biri bombing by Army…want compensation paid with public apology

Mandy Park The Action Group on Free Civic Space (AGFCS) comprising over 25 right groups have raised concerns as they unequivocally condemned the “accidental bombing” by the Nigerian military which resulted in the tragic death of at least 85 people, who were celebrating the Islamic event of Maulud in Tudun Biri, a village in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria. The groups want the victims families to be fully compensated with public apology tendered. Recall that the incident occurred on Sunday, December 3, 2023, and has been…

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2,456 fossil fuel lobbyists to influence Nigeria, others at COP28

Mandy Park Latest report shows that International fossil fuel lobbyists have sent no fewer than 2,456 representatives to the ongoing climate change conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to influence crucial climate talks by Nigeria and other countries. This is despite that Africa is the continent most affected by climate change despite contributing the least to the climate crisis. Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa, among others, have been at the forefeont of the continent’s climate justice bid at COP28, the outcome of which could mean the survival or otherwise of…

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Lagos Govt honours Shola Adefolalu Gaska Foundation

Mandy Park The Sholly Serenity Place, a Lagos-based home offering accommodation and multifaceted support to survivors of gender-based violence, has received the ‘Most Responsive NGO’ award from the Lagos state government. The Sholly place is one of the roughy two dozen women’s shelters in Nigeria. The ceremony and award was part of the climax marking the ‘Domestic Violence Awareness Month’ by the state’s Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA). “We celebrate this unique initiative in light of the globally commemorated “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” (November 25 to…

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City People honours IBC D.G, Ify Onyegbule with Special Award of Excellence

Mandy Park City People media has recognised the relentless dedication and outstanding contributions of Ms. Ify Onyegbule, Director General, Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), honouring her with the prestigious City People Special Award of Excellence. Onyegbule’s unwavering commitment to the advancement and transformation of the media sector is said to have earned her the well-deserved honour and accolade, further solidifying her impact and leadership within the industry. Ms. Ify Onyegbule, a trailblazer in the field of media, has played an instrumental role in steering Imo Broadcasting Corporation towards greater heights of…

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International Disability Day: We’ll continue to consider the interest of persons with disabilities–Gov. Otti

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has said that his administration will continue to consider the interest of persons with disabilities in all of its programmes and policies. Governor Otti made the pledge in his goodwill message on Sunday as Abia, joins the rest of the world to celebrate the International Disability Day. “Today’s commemoration provides another opportunity for us to reflect on the contributions of Abians with disabilities to the socio-economic development of our State. “I would like to reiterate our commitment towards the promotion of…

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Gov Otti promises equitable development of Abia communities

Mandy Park Abia state governor, Dr Alex Otto, has said his government would deliver even development to all Abia communities without discrimination. He also promised that the state which has become a construction site would benefit all communities in project distribution. The governor made the promise on Saturday, 2nd December, at the Old Bende End of the year get-together. Otti also used the opportunity to thank the Old Bende communities for voting for him enmasse and all other Labour party candidates, assuring that they will enjoy the dividends of democracy…

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CAPPA’s Documentary on Climate Change Impact on African Communities Screens at COP 28…The West owe Africa and the global south climate debt-Akinbode

Mandy Park As part of activities at the ongoing United Nations Conference on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP 28, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa(CAPPA) has released a documentary on the impact of climate change on frontline communities. Titled “Climate Change: Africa’s Cooked and Sinking Communities”, the documentary highlights the threatening impacts of climate change in Taita Taveta County, Kenya; Kambele, Cameroun; and Ayetoro, Ondo state, Nigeria.A statement signed byRobert Egbe, Media and Communication Officer, CAPPA, noted thatthe documentary exposes the impact of mining and oil extraction in those communities,…

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Awoye, Makoko communities, raise alarm over Ororo-1 fire, eviction threat…need emergency intervention

Mandy Park Awoye community in Ondo State and the Makoko community in Lagos State have pleaded with government to come to their rescue by speedily addressing life threatening concerns in their communities rather than neglecting them. While the Awoye community is lamenting over the unending raging fire on Ororo-1 oil facility in the past three and half years, the Makoko community is facing eviction threat from ancestral home from the Lagos state government. Awoye community, an Ondo coastal community approximately 145 kilometres from Akure, said they are at the brink…

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Extend Tax Waivers Probe to Tobacco Firms – CAPPA Tells FG…seeks for increase in taxes on tobacco products

Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on the Federal Government to extend the planned probe of tax waivers, grants and other insidious benefits unduly awarded to corporations by past governments, to include the Export Expansion Grant (EEG) awarded to tobacco companies. The EEG scheme is a post-shipment incentive introduced by the Federal Government to encourage indigenous exporters to expand their export volume and value in the global market. The group made the call in a statement signed by Zikora Ibeh, CAPPA’s Policy and Research…

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FEC APPROVES AFDB LOAN OF 115 MILLION DOLLARS FOR ABIA STATE FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IN ABA AND OTHER PARTS OF ABIA STATE

Yesterday, Monday, November 27th, 2023, the Federal Executive Council in Abuja gave approval for the loan from the African Development Bank to Abia State. This loan is in the sum of One Hundred and Fifteen Million Dollars ( $115 Million). One Hundred Million Dollars out of this is from the Africa Development Bank while Fifteen Million Dollars is coming from the Canadian Development Bank. By the current exchange rate, this is 115 Billion Naira in the kitty of the Abia State Government. The approval by the Federal Executive Council is…

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PREMIUM TIMES INDICTMENT OF ABIA PDP: A BACKFIRED PLOT

By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha The report, “Nigerian Governor Abandons Multi-billion Naira Government House, Runs Govt from Country Home”, published on the platform of Premium Times, is an indictment on the past PDP administrations in Abia State. A bunch of people making brouhaha out of Q3 Budget Expenses does not have a record of what they spent on the new Government House by their successive governments and administrations. The ‘repented’ apostles and messengers of transparency, do not have any evidence of competitive bidding for the completion and substandard furnishing of the…

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Gov Otti to partner multilateral agencies to rehabilitate 248.46KM roads in Abia

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has pledged his administration’s readiness to partner with multilateral organisations, so as to reconstruct and rehabilitate 248.46 kilometers of roads in the State. Governor Otti gave the assurance on Wednesday when he received a delegation from the Federal Ministry of Finance, led by Dr. Oyebola Akande, an Assistant Director in the ministry, which was on a working visit to the State to ascertain the state’s readiness to take part in the project. The project is expected to be executed under the Abia…

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The Abia Two-Day Talk About Food

By Godwin Adindu I love the wisdom of our ancestors. May their souls rest in perfect peace. They were great sages, thinkers and philosophers but, regrettably, their insights and wisdom were not documented like the West did to Plato, Aristotle, Socrates and the rest. There is this saying that our ancestors passed down to us: that the big talk is but for eight days. Unfortunately, the Abia big talk about expenditure on food, entertainment, honorarium et al did not last up to eight days. It boomed and fizzled away within…

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Court Fixes Dec 6 for Hearing of Suit to Compel EFCC, ICPC to Investigate…REA MD, Others

Mandy Park Justice Nicholas Oweibo of the Federal High Court, in Lagos has fixed hearing for December 6, 2023 in a suit filed by a non-governmental organisation, Centre Against Injustice And Domestic Violence, praying the court for an order of mandamus to compel the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission, (ICPC) to investigate the Managing, Director of Rural Electrification Agency and his cohort over alleged misappropriated funds at the Agency. Gbolahan Agoro. The court fixed the date after hearing lawyer to the applicant, The…

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As Tobacco industry interference in Nigeria slips in 2023 ratings

Mandy Park Latest report on the state of the tobacco industry interference in Nigeria has shown a marked increase in the industry’s meddling in public health policies, in particular, tobacco control measures.This is as the report indictgovernment’s failure to adhere to transparency mechanisms,The report produced by Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, CAPPA, with support from Bloomberg Philanthropies through the Centre for Good Governance shows Nigeria’s ratings dropped from 53 points in 2021 to 60 in 2023. According to the report, the main deterioration is manifest in the federal government’s…

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Nto, Ex Abia Commissioner commiserates with Aba accident victims, donates salary for treatment

Mandy Park Former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning, Dr Philips Nto has condoled with the families of the recent accident victims at Ogbor Hill Aba. This is as he pledged to donate his one month salary to assist in the treatment of the survivors. The multiple accidents that occurred when a container fell from a trailer on some vehicles and tricycles claimed an unspecified number of lives. Dr Philips Nto, is currently a lecturer at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Umuahia. The immediate past Provost of Abia State…

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President Tinubu has capacity to fix Nigeria—Hon. Blessing Nwagba…says it’s early for objective assessment of Tinubu Presidency

Mandy Park Dame Blessing Nwagba PhD, represented Aba North Constituency twice in the Abia State House of Assembly on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). She later moved to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and was the governorship candidate of the party in the 2019 elections. Dr Nwagba ran for the Senate in 2023 on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), battling with the then state governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu (PDP), and Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe of APGA and former Minority Senate leader, who was later declared…

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President Tinubu is on right track —Sen Nwaogu

Mandy Park Grassroots politician, Senator Nkechi Nwaogu represented Abia Central Senatorial District and served as chairman, Senate Committee on Oil and Gas Resources, chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Related Financial Matters.She was also the chairman, Governing Council of the University of Calabar.She spoke with some select journalists including NigeriaNewsMark and dissected some national issues including the Bola Tinubu presidency. She is confident that the Renewed Hope Agenda would positively transform Nigeria. Nwaogu also assessed Abia State governor, Dr Alex Otti. Excerpt: Most Nigerians appear to be losing…

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Nto petitions police over arrest, torture of Abia youths

Mandy Park Former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning in Abia State, Dr Philips Nto has petitioned the police over alleged incessant arrest and torture of Abia youths in the guise of hunting suspected Internet fraudsters. This is as he urged the Nigeria Police to re-examine their method of operation. He regretted that the police have hastily profiled and labelled such youths as fraudsters with incessant harassment, arrest and torture. In the petition he addressed to the Commissioner of Police ,Abia State, Nto who is also the immediate past Provost…

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President Tinubu should call Wike to order —Comrade Joseph Evah, National Coordinator, Ijaw Monitoring Group

Hycenth Igwe Comrade Joseph Evah is the Coordinator, Ijaw Monitoring Group (IMG) and a former Publicity Secretary of the Ijaw National Congress. In this encounter with select journalists, the Niger Delta activist who speaks truth to power no matter whose ox is gored cautioned President Bola Tinubu on issues he must avoid, especially ethnic-centered appointments, and need to embrace the opposition for an all-inclusive government. He also cautioned Nyesom Wike, former governor of Rivers State and FCT minister on the danger of his recent actions which he warned is capable…

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Presidency should go on their knees to ask President Obasanjo how he cleared all external debts, left huge foreign reserve without borrowing —-Dr. Phillips Nto, World Bank Consultant

By Mandy Park Dr. Philips Nto is a World Bank consultant and former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning in Abia State. He was in Lagos for a Summit and spoke to selected media organisations, including NigeriaNewsMark. The distinguished academic who presently lectures at Michael Okpara Federal University of Agriculture, Umudike, spoke on the economy, it’s challenges, the need to consult President Olusegun Obasanjo and what needs to be done for a turnaround. The former Provost, Abia State College of Education Technical Arochukwu (ASCETA), also disclosed his fears for Nigeria,…

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Federal Varsity Lokoja Honours Philanthropist Adegoke

Dr. Samson Adewale Adegoke Maigida, an eminent Nigerian philanthropist, humanitarian, and founder cum benefactor of Maigida Charity Foundation, was on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at the 6th and 7th Convocation ceremony of the Federal University Lokoja, conferred a Doctor of Letters Degree (D. Litt) degree Honoris Causa. A statement made available to the press by Adegboyega Ogunosun, media consultant to the Foundation, he disclosed that the conferment of the Doctorate Degree on Dr. Samson Adewale Adegoke Maigida was in recognition of his immense contributions to the growth and academic empowerment…

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Equity Not Domination grows Democracy and fuels development. Kogi State in my Mind

By Ralph Okey Nwosu, National Chairman ADC Many may not have heard of Mrs Salomey Abu or may have forgotten her. She was one of many casualties of the dangerous, crooked and murderous twist that Kogi politics has become. She was a politically active Igala woman from Ochadamuihe town in Ofu local government area of the state. For daring to campaign and work for candidates of her choice in the 2019 general election, the power-mongers of the state, including those from Igala, eliminated her in a gruesome manner ostensibly to…

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Fasehun family raises alarm over activities of land grabbers on Lagos property…sends SOS to Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu, Police I.G to intervene

Mandy Park Scion of the respected Fasehun family, Olufemi Omola Fasehun has raised the alarm over activities of high profile land grabbers in Lagos trying to disposes the family through forceful invasion of their property located at no. 10 Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Ikeja. The family has called on President Bola Tinubu , Lagos Governor, Sanwo -Olu and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun to step in and put a stop to the criminality. Fasehun alleged that some high profile politicians in the state including Chief Tomori Williams, Cardinal…

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Over Consumption of Salt: Time To Act Is Now

By Olukemi Bukola Nigeria records an estimated daily salt consumption reaching up to 5.8grams per day, dangerously exceeding the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended limit of 2 grams of sodium per day or less than 5 grams of salt per day, which is equivalent to just one teaspoon of salt daily. This alarming statistic is not surprising given the significant changes in the Nigerian diet. The influx of processed foods and seasonings loaded with high sodium on local market shelves and the growth of unhealthy fast food outlets has led…

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Kogi guber: ADC demands equity, transparent election

Emma Ugochukwu African Democratic Congress (ADC) National Chairman, Dr. Ralphs Okey Nwosu has called on the Federal Government to ensure free, fair and credible election in the November 11 governorship election in Kogi State. The party is also demanding equity in the governorship position among the three senatorial zones of the state. Dr. Nwosu, at a press conference in Abuja on Monday, said equity, not domination grows democracy, fuel development and create a harmonious and secure environment for economic enlargement. Leke Abejide, the ADC governorship candidate, is from Kogi West…

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President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio arriving Airport this weekend from Yewa Ogun State with Leader of the Senate Senator Bamidele Opayemi and Senator Ishaku Abbo Chairman Senate Committee on Creative Economy and Vice Chairman Senate Committee on Youth and Community Development.

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Progressive Young Women Forum Appoints Hon Patience Kwache New National President

Mandy Park The Progressive Young Women Forum (PYWF) has announced that Hon Patience Charles Kwache is the new acting National President. This is following the appointment of Hon. Jamila Bio – Ibrahim, the estwhile National President as Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu The appointment was announced during the PYWF head office opening ceremony, yesterday, Wednesday, in Abuja. Hon Kwache who untill her appointment served as the National Secretary of the PYWF. She was previously, the Adamawa State PYWF Contact Representative. She also worked…

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Chief Frank Emeka, U.S based business mogul seeks unalloyed support for Gov. Otti

Mandy Park Chief Frank Emeka, U.S based businessman and Real Estate mogul, has congratulated the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, just as he urged Abians to give him maximum support as he strives to pilot the affairs of the state. The philanthropist noted this in a press statement issued after the election tribunal in its judgement upheld the elections of Dr Alex Otti, and noted that the Governor has so far not disappointed Abians in his leadership style. Said Chief Frank Emeka said, “I want to congratulate our amiable…

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Sell oil refineries, use proceeds for East-West Road – Wenenda Wali tells Presidency

Mandy Park The National Leader of Unity House Foundation (UHF), a non-profit and need-meeting advocacy group, focusing on the promotion of peace, good governance and social justice, Comrade Wenenda Wali, has asked the Federal Government (FG) to use the proceeds of the sale of the moribund oil refineries for the construction of the East West road, whenever it eventually decides to sell them. Wenenda Wali, a Niger Deltan, stated this in a statement issued in reaction to a call for FG to sell the country’s ailing oil refineries and invest…

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Reopen all sealed markets, rights warns Sanwo- Olu

Mandy Park Human rights group, Centre For Human And Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR), and other stakeholders have cautioned, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to reopen all markets presently closed by the state government without further delay or face the consequences of mass action. The reopening of the sealed markets, they advised will help to alleviate the anguish of traders and other Lagos residents. The President of the group, and activisi, Comrade Alex Omotehinse said during a World press conference at the group’s Secretariat in Lagos State at the weekend that the…

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APC slams Gov Otti over quit notice to Imo Governor

Mandy Park Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) under the aegis of Progressives League of Youth Voters (PLYV) have scoulded Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, for issuing a quit notice to Imo counterpart Governor Hope Uzodimma ahead of the November 11 Imo State governorship election. Otti had, while speaking at a campaign organised by the Labour Party (LP) in Owerri, urged the Imo Governor to start preparing his handover notes, declaring that he would be defeated in the poll. Responding to the directive, the APC stakeholders accused Governor…

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Independence Day: Ultimate Circle Of Nigeria Donates To Bethorey Home

Mandy Park It was a joyful moment for the Bethorey Home for challenged persons in Lagos on Monday, 2 October as the Ultimate Circle of Nigeria visited the home with gift items, including cash in celebration of Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Anniversary. UCN, is one of Nigeria’s leading service-oriented, socio-philanthropic family clubs. The scheduled visit is part of its dedicated need-meeting activities in marking this year’s nation’s independence. Representing the UCN president, Hon. Lukman Olumoh, the past president, Adelaja Adeleye, who led the members to the home, commended the challenged residents…

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Third Africa Week of Action Against Water Privatisation to Deepen Pushback Against World Bank, IMF –CSO, Labour Activists

Mandy Park Civil society and labour activists from Africa campaigning against water privatisation will organise the third edition of the Africa Week of Action Against Water Privatisation from 9-15 October 2023. Zikora Ibeh, Policy and Research Officer, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation (CAPPA), disclosed that the week of action, will coincide with the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings holding in Marrakech, Morocco from 9-15 October 2023, and has as its theme – Holding Hands to Protect Africa’s Water from Corporate Capture.“” It will deepen push back…

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Speak up On Tinubu’s Certificate Scandal, Neo Africana Tells Soyinka

Mandy Park The Neo Africana Centre has asked the Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, to join the controversy trailing President Bola Tinubu’s claim of having attended and obtained a certificate from Chicago State University (CSU) in the United States of America. The public policy think tank said it is uncharacteristic for Soyinka, a sucker for controversies, to look and act disinterestedly over an issue in which he should, ordinarily, be interested in. This is much more so considering the fact that Soyinka has, through his recent interventions, left nobody in…

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Civil Society Coalition slams Gov Abiodun over abuse of power, rights violation…demands public inquiry

Mandy Park Civil Society Coalition in Defence of Democracy (CSCDD) have accused Ogun state governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun of executive recklessness, abuse of power and political persecution CSCDD is a platform of activists and concerned stakeholders committed to the enthronement of good governance as well as promotion of democratic principles. The group raised the alarm concerning the alleged executive lawlessness of Abiodun at a press briefing in Lagos, on Thursday, September 28, vowing to demand for his resignation or impeachment if he continues. The group had already launched a petition…

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Chinua Achebe will weep for Nigeria today’ Obi laments but assures that ‘there will be a Country

Mandy Park The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the February 25th general election, Peter Obi has predicted that there will be a country, in reaction to the saying of the literary sage, Prof. China Achebe in one of his novels ‘There Was a Country. But noted that if Chinua Achebe was to come to Nigeria today, he would weep bitterly for his country as comparatively, there was really no trouble with Nigeria four decades ago when the iroko of literature, Achebe wrote the book, The Trouble With Nigeria.…

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Anglican Bishops laud Gov Otti’s Performance in less than 4 Months

Emeka Njoku Bishops of The Anglican Church, Nigeria, in Abia State have congratulated the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, on his excellent achievements since assuming office May 29, 2023. The Bishops, who spoke to the media after a closed door meeting with Governor Otti at his residence on Saturday, said they visited the Governor to felicitate with him on his election, subsequent assumption of office and exemplary performance in less than 4 months. Led by His Grace, Archbishop Isaac C. Nwaobia, The Archbishop of Aba Province and Head…

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Eid-El Maulud: Obi felicitates with Muslims.

Mandy Park The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the February 25 2023 general election, Peter Obi has sent a message of goodwill and felicitation to Muslims as they celebrate the birthday of Holy Prophet Mohammed. Obi asks the Muslims to use the period to reflect and seek Prophet Mohammed’s intercession on the many challenges of our dear country. Said Obi ” heartily Felicitate with all the Muslim Faithful in Nigeria, as they celebrate the Eid-El Maulud, to honor the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The ceremony once…

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Patience Jonathan, former First Lady, visits Gov. Otti…commends achievement

Mandy Park Former First Lady of Nigeria, Dame Patience Goodluck Jonathan, has passed a vote of confidence on Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, affirming that the Governor has started well. A statement by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, disclosed that Jonathan, stopped by at Nvosi, Isialangwa South Local Government Area, country home of Governor Otti, on a courtesy visit, on Wednesday, while congratulating the Governor for cleaning up the state and freeing the streets of putrid stench, which had been the lot of the state…

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Real reasons behind sponsoring creative Economy Commission bill —Sen. Ishaku Abbo

Mandy Park The Senator representing Adamawa North federal constituency and Chairman, Senate committee on creative economy, Ishaku Abbo has given real reasons why the creative economy commission should be established.This is as he said there is a need to open up the entertainment sector as a stable and reliable revenue source. He noted further that the commission is expected to generate massive employment, as well as look into disputes within the entertainment Industry such as disputes between Artists and Record labels. The bill has passed First reading. Senator Abbo disclosed…

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CEE-HOPE, Hearts100 empower GBV survivors in Ogun…why we targeted GBV survivors–Betty Abah, Founder/Executive Director, CEE-HOPE

Mandy Park In a bid to ease the hardship of current economic pressures on women and girl survivors of various form of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), two non-profit and need-meeting organisations recently teamed up to offer them support and hope. The Centre for Children’s Health Education, Orientation and Protection (CEE-HOPE) and Hearts100 held a three-day empowerment training for them at Ota, Ogun State recently. The training which held at Sango-Ota in Ado-odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, brought together 30 women drawn from across various communities across the state. It…

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Mohbad was brought in dead – Lekki hospital

A hospital in the Lekki area of Lagos Perez Medcare Hospital has debunked claims that the nurse who administered injections to the late singer Oladimeji Aloba aka Mohbad was a staff member. The hospital also said in a statement issued on Instagram on Monday that claims that Mohbad died in its facility were false. It also debunked rumours that the late singer was admitted to the hospital. The statement partly read, “The attention of the management of Perez Medcare Hospital has been drawn to the misleading and false information being…

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Otti is matching promise with action —Engineer Chyka Ibeku, Founder, Abia Youth Forum

Founder and former President, Abia Youth Forum, Engineer Chyka Ibeku is a Chieftain of the Labour Party, member, Campaign Council Umuahia South and member, Presidential Campaign Council. In this interview with Journalists in Lagos, Ibeku spoke on some national issues, including PEPT verdict, President Bola Tinubu’s 100 days in office and assessment of the performance Abia state governor, Dr. Alex Otti, who he said is walking his talk, among others Excerpt Let’s begin with the PEPT verdict that was given recently and your take on the judgment of the tribunal?…

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Dr Phillips Nto: A Distinguished Leader

By; Chinweuba Wachukwu Leaders today need to be authentic, empathetic and adaptable to drive impact. A great leader possesses a clear vision, is courageous, has integrity, honesty, humility and clear focus. Great leaders help people reach their goals, they are not afraid to hire people that might be better than them, rather they take pride in the accomplishments of those they help along the way.​Note: You are not a leader until you have produced a leader who can produce another leader. Senator Theodore Ahamefula Orji is a great and effective leader. Ochendo has produced many…

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Halt Unjust Fee Hike, Commercialization of Education, CAPPA Counsels FG…says it’s direct assault on fundamental right to education

Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has condemned the recent hike in school fees across public universities in Nigeria, submitting that they are outrageous and unconscionable.This is as CAPPA ,submits that the action is a direct assault on fundamental right to education. In a statement issued in Lagos, signed by Zikora Ibeh,Policy and Research Officer, the group said the disheartening trend is not just a knife in the back of poor students and their families struggling amid grim economic realities but also a direct assault on…

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CHSR warns on imposition of dissolved Parks and Garages managers over NURTW leadership…says it’s a looming danger

Mandy Park Rights group, Centre for Human and Socio -Economic Rights (CHSR) has raised the alarm on impending danger that will befall citizens in Lagos if the fresh trouble brewing over the leadership crisis rocking the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), and the Parks and Garages leadership is not properly handled. The current President, of NURTW is Alhaji Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa, while the Parks and Garages Management is under M.C Oluomo . Already, Baruwa has vowed not to fold his hands and allow members of the Lagos Park…

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Things getting worse in President Tinubu’s 100 days’ performance — Comrade Alex Omotehinse, CHSR President

…says Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB leader should be released Mandy Park Comrade Alex Omotehinse, activist and public affairs analyst is the President, Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR). In this encounter with journalists in Lagos, he speaks on the Nigerian condition, president Bola Tinubu’s 100 days in office which he says has severe negative impact on the people, the case of Mrs. Olabisi Esther Johnson who is being harrassed by the police and the need to release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu from detention among other sensitive issues. Excerpt Looking at…

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4,700 Pensioners on free medicals in Abia State…As Gov Otti orders restoration of power supplies to govt offices

Emeka Njoku Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has directed immediate restoration of power supplies to all government offices and facilities in the state. This comes as the state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ngozi Okoronkwo, disclosed that no fewer than 4,700 pensioners in the state have been enrolled to receive free medical treatment in both the primary and secondary health facilities across the state, under the state’s Health Insurance Sheme. In a statement by Kazie UkoChief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Governor , those so far enrolled are pensioners,…

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Akeredolu’s return didn’t shock me, I wasn’t disloyal – Deputy Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has debunked claims of disloyalty to his boss Governor Rotimi Akeredolu while the latter was away on medical leave in Germany. In a statement on Tuesday released by his spokesman Kenneth Odusola-Stevenson, Aiyedatiwa said the rumours of disloyalty were planted by people threatened by his relationship with his boss. He said, “These lies would have been ignored but we owe it a duty to prevent the public from being deceived into believing the same falsehoods being repeated and recycled in different forms by those…

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Super Falcons star Ashleigh Plumptre joins Saudi club Al-Ittihad

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has joined Saudi Women’s Premier League club Al-Ittihad. The club announced the signing of the 25-year-old on X (formerly known as Twitter) on Tuesday night (local time). “Welcome to Al-Ittihad Ashleigh Plumptre,” the club wrote, adding the hashtag “#AshleighIsYellow.” Reacting to the club’s post, the Leicester-born player wrote “Grateful to have signed for Al-Ittihad. “Excited to start this journey alongside some incredible human beings. “My journey of stepping into more of myself continues… “It’s more than football.”

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Labour Party raises alarm over judicial onslaught of its lawmakers using tribunals

Mandy Park The Labour Party has raised the alarm that it is amazed at the spate of judgments being churned out at the various National and State Assembly tribunals where several of their elected party members at the National Assembly have been booted out through the tribunal’s judgements. A statement made available by Labour Party National Chairman, Julius Abure, said it was a surprise that the Party which in the last general election, took Nigerians by surprise by rewriting the political narratives and ending the dominance of the two major…

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Stakeholders, waste Management Experts task Nigerians to maximise potentials in sector

Mandy Park Stakeholders in waste management, and environmental experts, on Tuesday urged Nigerians to invest in waste recycling management, especially plastics recovery towards growing a circular economy of the country. The waste management professionals and development experts included : Ambassador Obuesi Phillips, President/CEO, Lagos Waste Forum, Mr. Ola Oresanya, former Ogun state Environment commissioner, Mrs. Belinda Aderonike Odeneye, Board Chairperson, Lagos waste Forum, Nwamaka Onyemelukwe, Director, PR. Coca-Cola, Dr. Essien Nsuabia, Director-Circular Economy, LAWMA, Dr. Vanessa Lerato Phala, Director, ILO, Country for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Liaison office…

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Breaking: Olamide, others mourn as Mohbad dies aged 27

Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as MohBad is dead. The former Marlian record signee reportedly died on Tuesday at the age of 27. YBNL Music Executive and singer, Olamide confirmed this via his X handle on Tuesday.He posted with a caption alongside a heartbreaking emoji: “Damn ! Mohbad”💔 Mohbad was formerly signed to Naira Marley’s “Marlian Records” and left the label in 2022.He is best known for his hit singles Ponmo, Feel Good, and KPK (Ko Por Ke) with Rexxie which was nominated 3 times…

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Genevieve Nnaji returns to social media with movie premiere photos

Filmmaker Genevieve Nnaji on Sunday returned to social media after a long break to promote her new movie I Do Not Come To You By Chance. The film is an adaptation of Adaobi Nwaubani‘s award-winning 2009 novel with the same title. The movie was directed by Ishaya Bako, the director of The Royal Hibiscus Hotel and Road To Yesterday. Genevieve’s latest project premiered over the weekend at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). On Sunday, the star actress made public some photos taken at the premiere, using the movie title…

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Biden meets Tinubu in India, hails economic reforms and ECOWAS leadership

US President Joe Biden has praised Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu for his strategies to reform Nigeria’s economy and leadership as chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to restore democracy in the Republic of Niger after a coup. Biden stated this when he met Tinubu on Sunday on the sidelines of the G20 in New Delhi, India. The US Mission in Nigeria revealed on its website highlights of Biden’s engagement with Tinubu. It said, “President Joe Biden met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu today on the sidelines…

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Gov Otti vows to promote accessible and affordable healthcare services.

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has reassured his commitment towards providing adequate healthcare services across the 17 local government areas of the State. This is as he pledged to make them accessible and affordable. Governor Otti gave the assurance on Sunday at a reception held at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. The reception followed a thanksgiving service earlier in the day at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, behind the state House of Assembly, by the Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Mike Akpara, who survived a ghastly…

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New Abia concern is about the people–Gov. Otti… decorates newly promoted police officers

Emeka Njoku Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, has declared that the ‘New Abia’ he is building would not care so much about state or local government of origin of its residents but what the people can offer. Governor Otti said this on Friday while decorating eight newly-promoted officers of the Nigeria Police Force, serving in Abia State, and honouring four other officers of Abia origin, who have just successfully completed their course of study from the Police Academy, Wudil, Kano. Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to the Governorquoted…

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Akeredolu returns after medical treatment in Germany

Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has arrived in Nigeria from his medical trip to Germany. His wife Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu announced this on Thursday via X with a photo of her husband on board an aircraft. “Homebound,” Mrs Akeredolu captioned the picture. The governor began his medical leave in June and it was extended following advice from his doctors and approval by the House of Assembly. Majority Leader of the assembly Wole Ogunmolasuyi told PUNCH that the governor was already in his Ibadan residence.

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Pastor Taiwo Odukoya’s funeral begins

The funeral of the founding pastor of Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, Lagos Taiwo Odukoya will begin on Friday, September 8 with a service of songs and night of tributes. Odukoya died on August 7 in the United States. He was aged 67. Venue for the service of songs and night of tributes will be the church. The church had earlier invited the public to join in “celebrating Pastor Odukoya’s life and legacy.”

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Varsity don donates N1M for Okpara’s lecture series…dedicates award to Ochendo.

Mandy Park A cerebral lecturer at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Dr PHILIPS NTO has donated one million Naira to the institution for the sustenance of the newly introduced Okpara lecture series. This is as he dedicated the MOUAU ambassador award given to him by the institution to a former outstanding Governor of Abia State, Senator Theodore Orji (Ochendo Global) and his parents. Speaking at a reception organised in his honour at Umuahia, Dr Philips Nto, who is the immediate past Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical,…

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Works Minister, Umahi lauds Gov Otti on visible achievements in 100 days in office…says Southeast blessed to have Otti

Mandy Park Minister of Works Engr Dave Umuahi has praised Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, for bringing visible developments in the state within a few months in office. Umahi, who was in Abia on Thursday to inspect ongoing Federal projects in the state, said even though he is not an apostle of 100 days celebration, Abia residents and indeed the South East are blessed to have Governor Otti as his handwork is already showing. A statement by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to Gov Otti quoted Umahi as…

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PEPC Judgement: Obi heads to the Supreme Court, says, no relenting on his Quest for Justice.

Mandy Park The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the controversial February 25th election, Peter Obi has instructed his lawyers to immediately challenge the ruling of the five-member Presidential Election Petitions Court led by Justice Simon Haruna Tsamani. Obi disclosed this at a press conference in the commercial town of Onitsha, Anambra state on Thursday in reaction to the PEPC ruling Yesterday, where he copiously acknowledged the Court’s contributions to due process and the seeming attempt to strengthen our democracy. Obi said “As petitioners in this case, we…

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10 arrested over death of FUOYE student Modupe Atanda

Police in Ekiti said on Thursday that they arrested 10 suspects in connection to the death of a student of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Modupe Atanda. The Command’s spokesman Abutu Sunday stated this in a press release published on X (formerly Twitter). Sunday added that the late 200-level nursing student of the institution was declared missing within the school premises on September 5, 2023. Her body was found in a shallow grave at a distance of about 30 meters behind the nursing lecture hall, he said. The statement read,…

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Tobi Amusan qualifies for Paris Olympics, Ese Brume battles for spot

World record holder in women’s 100m hurdles Tobi Amusan has secured her spot at next year’s Olympic Games in Paris, France. Last December, World Athletics revealed the pathway to qualify for athletics at Paris 2024, including the entry standards athletes will need to achieve between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2024. For 100m hurdles, the entry standard was set at 12.77 seconds. (culled from QED.ng)

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Yul-Edochie’s estranged wife congratulates Pete Edochie on doctorate degrees

May Yul-Edochie, estranged wife of actor Yul Edochie, has congratulated her father-in-law Pete Edochie on receiving doctorate degrees in literature and arts. The 39-year-old took to Instagram on Thursday to share pictures of Pete with his certificates, thanking ISTM University in Togo for conferring the degrees on him. She also prayed for God to strengthen the veteran actor. “Only a veteran and legend gets decorated twice on the same day. Thanks to ISTM University for making the right decision to confer the degrees of ‘Doctorate of Arts’ and ‘Doctorate of…

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BBNaija: Kim Oprah denies fake housemate allegation

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) All Stars house guest Kim Oprah has denied the allegation that she is a fake housemate. The 27-year-old did so on Wednesday in a conversation with Mercy Eke when the latter said that Biggie had put a tag on the former by asking housemates to nominate either Kim Oprah, Omashola, Prince or Lucy for possible eviction. Mercy said, “I still feel like you guys are fake housemates with the way things played out on Sunday. “Even during the first nomination, it was like a compulsory thing…

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UNILAG associate prof Kadiri Akeem arrested for alleged rape

The police have arrested an associate professor at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) Dr Kadiri Akeem accused of rape.The alleged victim (name withheld) had said the lecturer raped her on August 16, 2023 when she visited the lecturer in the office to sort out issues about her results. A non-governmental organisation Inclusive Social Welfare and Empowerment Foundation, where the victim reported the case, got the police involved. Spokesman of the Lagos Police Command Benjamin Hundeyin said in a post on X that the lecturer “is to appear in court in…

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ERA/FoEN dissects Tinubu’s messages as it affects environmental front…it’s a mix bag…says local refining solution to high cost of fuel… wants accelerated clean-up of Ogoniland

Mandy Park The Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria (ERA/FoEN) has taken a critical analysis of the policies and programmes of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since it assumed office on 29 May 2023, submitting that it’s a mix bag of opportunities if well harnessed and confusion without a clear policy direction. Speaking on existing and emerging issues in the environment sector under the present administration, Executive Director of ERA/FoEN, Chima Williams stated that several initiatives have been introduced by the new government with varying degrees of impact on…

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FUOYE speaks on body of student Modupe Atanda ‘found with eyes missing’

The management of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has confirmed the missing student Modupe Atanda has been found dead. Ms Atanda, a student in the Department of Nursing, Faculty of Basic Medical Science, went missing after she went out to study at night on Monday, September 4, 2023. Her roommates declared her missing when she did not return. A statement by the university’s registrar Mufutau Ibrahim said, “It will be recalled that earlier today, the Management had made public the disturbing development of the missing of the deceased and assured…

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REJUVENATING ABIA AFTER 32 YEARS, THE ALEX OTTI’S GIANT STRIDES IN 100 DAYS

By Kazie Uko One of the campaign promises of the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, was the establishment of a ministry or an agency that would serve as a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to drive the process of revamping Aba, the commercial capital of the state. Aba featured so strategically in Dr. Otti’s campaign for the governorship of Abia State to the extent that he was willing to introduce a full-fledged ministry to oversee the realisation of his dream of a renewed Enyimba City, where trading and manufacturing…

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BREAKING: Tribunal sacks LP’s Ogar, affirms APC’s Onyejeocha winner of Reps election

Emeka Njoku The National Assembly Election Petitions Tribunal sitting in Umuahia, today, Wednesday, sacked the member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi federal constituency, Hon Amobi Ogah (Labour Party). It subsequently ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to withdraw the certificate of return given to Ogah and issue same to the Petitioner, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. Onyejeocha is the Minister of State for Labour.

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Breaking: Labour Party Rejects Presidential Election Petition Court Judgement

Mandy Park The Labour Party has rejected the judgement delivered today, Wednesday by the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC). The court dismissed petitions by the party and its presidential candidate in the 2023 poll, Peter Obi, stating that they did not prove their cases against the election of President Bola Tinubu. National Publicity Secretary of the LP, Obiora Ifoh, stated the party’s position in a press release. He said, “The Labour Party watched with dismay and trepidation the dismissal of petitions by the five-man panel of the Presidential Election Petition…

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APC has no business with Peter Obi’s LP membership – Tribunal

The Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal ruled on Wednesday that the All Progressives Congress (APC) lacks the locus standi to challenge Peter Obi’s membership of the Labour Party (LP). The APC and President Bola Tinubu had in their petitions argued that Obi’s name was not contained in the list of LP members forwarded to INEC on April 25, 2022, and breached Section 77 of the Electoral Act, 2022. However, in the lead judgment on the objections by the APC against the petitions of Obi and the LP, Justice Abba Mohammed said…

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Tribunal shuts down APC lawyer Charles Uwensuyi-Edosomwan for interruption

Justices delivering judgments at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal on Wednesday shut down a counsel for the All Progressives Congress (APC) Charles Uwensuyi-Edosomwan for interruption. The tribunal consisting of five justices and led by Justice Haruna Tsammani resumed at 9 am. Eight hours later, around 5 pm, Uwensuyi-Edosomwan asked the court to be brief and either “dismiss or allow” the petitions of the Labour Party and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi; against the victory of President Bola Tinubu of the APC. “I have listened to your Lordship’s eloquent judgement,” Uwensuyi-Edosomwan…

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BBNaija: I will win Grammy – Whitemoney

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) All Stars housemate Hazel Onou aka Whitemoney has said that he would win a Grammy award. The 31-year-old stated this on Tuesday during his diary session with Biggie, saying that he is one of the greatest highlife and Afro musicians to come from West Africa. “I know I am the greatest, I am one of the greatest highlife musicians, Afro musicians to come out of West Africa because I know I am talented and by the grace of God, I Whitemoney, I will win the Grammy…

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Edo deputy gov Shaibu withdraws suit against Obaseki

Deputy Governor of Edo State Philip Shuaibu has withdrawn the suit he filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja to stop alleged plots by his boss Governor Godwin Obaseki to have him impeached.In a circular dated September 5, 2023, he said that the decision to withdraw the suit came after a series of meetings involving himself, Obaseki, and well-meaning citizens of Edo and Nigerians, including party leaders, traditional rulers, and the archbishop, Benin Archdiocese of the Catholic Church. The deputy governor listed defendants in the suit as the Inspector…

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We breathed fresh air when you became governor, Olympic-bound Abia Para-weight lifters laud Otti

By Mandy Park Olympic -bound Abia female Para-weight lifters have lauded the administration of governor Alex Otti, stressing that it usered a breath of new air in the state. This is coming barely two weeks after Otti warmly received a contingent of Abia players in the nation’s female football team, Super Falcons, to the World Cup in Australia. The group of female Para-Power lifters who are headed to the Olympics next year for the Dubai championship made the observation when they played host to Otti on Tuesday Governor Otti, who…

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Gov Otti orders full treatment of victim, suspension of driver involved in accident with Okada rider pending investigation

Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has ordered the immediate suspension of a Government House driver, who got involved in an accident with an Okada rider in Ohafia, on Sunday, pending investigation. A Government House statement signed by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor says the investigation will be conducted with a view to establishing the culpability or lack thereof of the driver. Otti also directed the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ngozi Okoronkwo, to follow up and ensure that the injured Okada rider, Orji Felix,…

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Sanwo-Olu pays surprise visit to boy with alleged missing intestines at LASUTH

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Sunday paid a surprise visit to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) where he met the 12-year-old boy identified as Adebola Akin-Bright, whose mum claimed his small intestines went missing. In an SoS message to Mr Sanwo-Olu, the boy’s mother Debola Abiodun begged the governor to as a matter of urgency, probe the mysterious disappearance of her son’s small intestines, which she claimed occurred while he was receiving treatment at LASUTH. The hospital management has since refuted the allegation.

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Peter Obi, Akpabio, El-Rufai gather in Abuja for retired Supreme Court Justice Amina Augie

Dignitaries on Sunday attended the 70th birthday party of the retired Justice of the Supreme Court Amina Augie in Abuja. Among them were the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the February 25 election, Peter obi; Senate President Godswill Akpabio; and former governor of Kaduna State Nasir El-rufai. Also present was the senior advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome; former minister of information and culture, Lai Mohammed; former governor of Cross River, Donald Duke; and media mogul, Dele Momodu. Former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and also the immediate…

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AS MICHAEL OKPARA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, HONOURS DR PHILIPS OKORE OKPO NTO

By Apostle Sam Okeke It is not often that an institution of higher learning HONOURS a serving Staff with an award alongside other notable Nigerians. But that is exactly what is happening at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, as it rolls out the drums to celebrate notable Nigerians with awards including its Staff,Dr Philips OKORE OKPO NTO, the immediate past Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, ASCETA and former Abia State Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning. This award is significant because it is coming at…

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Abia Govt pulls down structurally defective two-storey building

By Mandy Park Abia State Government on Saturday demolished a two-storey building in Umuahia, the state capital in a proactive move to save lives and property.A statement by Josephine Ogwo, Director of InformationMinistry of Lands & Housing noted that a rapid response team, comprising the Ministries of Lands and Housing; Power & Public Utilities; Works; and also the Umuahia Capital Development Authority (UCDA), the Nigerian Police Force, the Abia State Fire Service, the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners and the Nigerian Society of Engineers,…

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Gov Otti’s emergence an answered prayer for Abians, Southeast — Gov Soludo…says Abia in safe hands under Otti

Mandy Park Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, said the emergence of Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, as the Governor of Abia State is not just an answered prayer for the people of Abia State but for the South East and the whole of Nigeria. Soludo spoke on Thursday at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU), Ikwuano Local Government Area, Abia State, where he delivered the keynote lecture at the 30th Anniversary of the creation of the institution and Founder’s Day ceremony. Referring to Gov. Otti as the…

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JUST IN: FG to close Murtala Muhammed International Airport from October 1

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has directed all international airlines to vacate the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, from October 1, 2023. This, he said, was to give room for total maintenance work at the airport. The minister said this during a tour of the international airports in Lagos, where he was accompanied by the Managing Director, Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria, Mr. Kabir Yusuf Mohammed. The minister, while speaking at the sideline of the airport tour, directed the airlines and companies operating in the airport to…

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Designer of Nigeria’s flag Taiwo Akinkunmi dies at 67

Designer of Nigeria’s flag Taiwo Akinkunmi has died after a brief illness. One of his children said in a Facebook post that the national hero died in the early hours of Tuesday. He wrote: “Life is indeed transient; I can say boldly that you live a life with a landmark. Continue to rest, my father! Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi (O.F.R.): Great Man has gone.” Akinkunmi was born on May 10, 1936. He began his career as a civil servant at the Secretariat of Ibadan and later travelled overseas to study…

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BREAKING: Soldiers oust Bongo, in Gabon Coup

Mandy Park Latest report from the. BBC says Gabon President Ali Bongo has been kicked out by the nation’s military. Signalling the dwindling fortunes of democracy in Africa, the Army officers appeared on national television in Gabon on Wednesday to announce they have taken over power in the West African country,. The Gabonese coup, adds in the political instability in the continent. The soldiers said they were cancelling the results of Saturday’s election, in which President Bongo was declared the winner.The soldiers who introduced themselves as members of the CTRI…

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I was never chased out of the office —Abia Accountant General… says it’s fake news

Daniel Elechi Abia State Accountant General, Njum Onyemenam, has debunked reports making rounds in social media platforms that she was chased out of her office on Tuesday by angry civil servants, describing it as fake news and absolute falsehood.Onyemenam, who was in attendance at the Abia State 32nd Anniversary Celebration lecture, which held at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia, said she was never in the office at the time the purveyors of the fake news were busy spreading their falsehood.In a statement by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to the…

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Williams Uchemba loses mum

Actor Williams Uchemba has announced the death of his mother. The movie star broke the news on Monday via Instagram, sharing her pictures. Williams stated in his post the vision he saw before she passed and how her death has strengthened his faith. “Rest well Mum ❤️🕊️ Few minutes before you passed you came to me in my room, you where in the room but your environment was of a different place, a place that like I’ve never seen before and you just and was smiling to me. There were…

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Obi tasks blackmailers, to focus on raising a better Nigeria

Mandy Park Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the February 25; 2023 election, Peter Obi has cautioned blackmailers bent on linking him with negative things that are not of his person to re-channel their energy in raising a better Nigeria. Obi was reacting to a mischievous statement alluding that he had bribed a Television Journalist, Mr. Rufai Oseni by financially sponsoring the burial of his father.Obi described the allegation as wicked blackmail against the courageous journalist who has been doing his jobProfessionally. “Ordinarily, I do not get involved…

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Abia: Group coutions against hoarding, diversion of FG palliatives

By Mandy Park Socially relevant and need-meeting civil society group, Abia Renaissance Movement (ARM) has cautioned against hoarding, diversion of FG palliatives by Abia govt officials. The organisation also frowned on the delay by the government in distributing the palliatives allocated to states by the federal government, stressing that Abians are beginning to express worry that the items might end up being hoarded and diverted by officials of the government. The group expressed their concern in a statement signed by its Convener, Comrade Ukachukwu Chinonso and Secretary-General, Comrade Mrs. Maria…

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Stop congratulatory adverts on my appointment as FCT minister, Wike tells supporters  

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike has told supporters to stop placing congratulatory billboards and other advertorials over his appointment by President Bola Tinubu. Director of Press, Office of the Minister Anthony Ogunleye stated this in a statement in Abuja on Sunday. “The attention of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has been drawn to lamp post billboards, full-scale billboards and other adverts congratulating him on his appointment as minister. “While the minister deeply appreciates the warm wishes and support of the citizens, he kindly, but…

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Abia Governor to give anniversary day broadcast tomorrow

Ebere Njoku Abia State governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, will address the state tomorrow, August 27, 2023, on this year’s Abia Anniversary Day Celebration. A statement by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Governor made available to the press noted that “”all radio stations are advised to hook up to the Broadcasting Corporation of Abia (BCA Radio) by 7 a.m. for transmission”.

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Jubilation in Kaduna as Tribunal Upholds Ekene winner of Reps election

…. Court awards 500,000 damage against petitioner …Ekene dedicates win to constituents, says It’s the People’s Win – Ekene By: Austine Emmanuel, Kaduna Supporters of Labour Party, (LP) has stormed the streets in Kaduna state to celebrate the victory of Hon. Ekene Abubakar Adams , following the judgement that upheld his election as the duly elected Member representing Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency, in the February 25th general election. The Jubilation follows the dismissal of the suit filed by Hon. Yakubu Barde of the People’s Democratic Party, (PDP) demanding Ekene’s sack over…

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All eyes on Tinubu

By: Casmir Igbokwe Some Federal Government officials appear to be afraid of their shadows. It looks more like the proverbial saying that when a fowl farts, the land pursues it. Last week, Nigerians witnessed another attempt at authoritarianism. Some group had put up billboards in Abuja and elsewhere with the inscription, “All eyes on the judiciary”. The powers that be became fretful and ordered that the billboards be pulled down. They also dissolved the secretariat of the Advertising Standard Panel (ASP) for approving the advert and suspended its Director and…

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Oyo Govt. Set To Revamp Water Supply Project

Mandy Park The Oyo State government, has said it is working out modalities on how to improve its Water Supply Project, especially in the area of provision of adequate potable water. A Press release by Prince Dotun Oyelade, Commissioner for Information and Orientation, noted that the Chairman of the Corporation, Hon. Elias Adeojo made the remark during his tour of the Corporation’s facilities across the State. Adeojo, explained that the tour was aimed at actualising the rehabilitation, upgrading and expansion of the State’s Water Supply Scheme to improve water supply…

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Abia government poised for greater commitment to Open Government Partnership initiative

By Mandy Park Abia government has expressed its readiness to show increased commitment to the Open Government Partnership (OGP) initiative to promote good governance, transparency and accountability in the State. The Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr Kingsley Anosike, made this known on Tuesday, during a meeting between Abia Open Government Partnership (OGP ) State and non-state actors in Umuahia. Mr. Anosike said that the State government was poised to deploy all the available resources to ensure that OGP would be a huge successes in the State. According to him,…

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Tiwa Savage congratulates Asake on selling out 02 Arena concert

Singer Tiwa Savage has congratulated Asake on his 02 Arena concert. She also shared videos and pictures of her performance at the concert on Instagram on Wednesday. “@asakemusic A great guy. Congratulations to you and your whole team ❤️🙏🏾,” Tiwa Savage wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tiwa Savage (@tiwasavage) Asake performed in front of a sold-out crowd at the 02 Arena in London on Sunday, making him the fourth Nigerian artiste to do so.

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Wike assumes office in luxury SUV marked ‘FCT 01’

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike has assumed office in a multi-million naira sports utility vehicle (SUV) marked ‘FCT 01’. A video of Wike’s convoy seen on his first day at work has got social media buzzing. Photos of his vehicle has also gone viral. Wike arrived at the FCTA around 1:20 pm on Tuesday in an armoured Lexus LX 600 SUV with the plate number ‘FCT – 01’. The starting price of the vehicle is placed at $100,115 on the maker’s website. Reacting to reports that he bought the SUV…

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IGP Kayode Egbetokun visits Lagos Police Command

Acting Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun on Wednesday visited the Lagos State Police Command headquarters in Ikeja, the state capital. He was received by the state commissioner of police, Idowu Owohunwa. This is Egbetokun’s first official visit to Lagos since he was appointed by President Bola Tinubu. The police boss is expected to inaugurate the Complaint Response Unit and also the state-of-the-art hospital newly built inside 22 Police Mobile Force in Oduduwa, Ikeja, GRA, Lagos. (CULLED FROM QED.NG)

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Lagos: Police arrest 3 suspected vandals, recover bus, other items

Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Police Command in Lagos State, have arrested three suspected vandals in the Tom Jones area of the state, and recovered a minibus, two carts and bridge railings The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. He said that the suspects were arrested at 2:45 p.m. on Saturday during RRS operatives’ routine patrol of the area. “The suspects fled and abandoned a Suzuki minibus popularly called ‘Korope’ with registration number BDG 315 YA upon…

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Imo Guber 23: Beware of counterfeits, Otti warns

…as LP endorses Sen Achonu as Imo Labour Party Governorship Candidate Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti has cleared the air on the embroiling issues over the authentic governorship candidate in Imo State for the November 11 governorship election, adding that Senator Athan Achonu is the duly elected Labour Party, LP candidate at the official primary conducted in Owerri, the State capital. The Governor, who made this known on Tuesday August 22, in Owerri, during the LP governorship campaign flag off, noted that some politicians in the State are trying…

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Wanted Lekki drug dealer crushes car into NDLEA operative to escape arrest

…as agency launches manhunt for suspect The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has launched a manhunt for a Lekki Lagos-based notorious drug dealer, Sowunmi Ayodeji Kayode, who is now on the run after driving his luxury car to crush an NDLEA officer in his bid to escape arrest when operatives were on a search of his house last weekend. Anti-narcotics officers of the Agency had on Friday 18th August stormed the residence of the wanted drug dealer located at 2/3 Adetola Ayeni Close, Lekki, Lagos for a search and possible…

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BBNaija: I was close to beating up someone – Lucy Edet

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) All Stars housemate Lucy Edet has said she was about to beat one of her co-housemates on Monday. She mentioned this on Tuesday during a conversation with fellow housemate Pere, stating that she did not want to be disqualified. “Yesterday I was this close to beating somebody up. The last thing I want is to add disqualification to the whole theory people already have of me,” she said.

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Tinubu may sacrifice you – Atiku’s aide warns Wike

Daniel Bwala, an aide to the PDP’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has said that President Bola Tinubu may be forced to sacrifice the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory,  Nyesom Wike if he goes ahead with his planned demolition of structures in the FCT. Nigeria News Mark reports that Wike, upon assuming office on Monday, vowed to demolish houses constructed illegally within the FCT. He said, “All those people who are distorting the Masterplan of Abuja, too bad. If you know you have built where you are not supposed to…

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Super Falcons’ Uchenna Kanu, Esther Okoronkwo, others visit Alex Otti

Abia State Governor Alex Otti on Tuesday hosted four Abia-born Super Falcons players in his country home at Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area of the state. Otti made this known in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday and also shared photos. He said, “Yesterday, I received our Super Falcons players from Abia State (Uchenna Kanu, Esther Okoronkwo, Christy Ucheibe, and Glory Ogbonna), who made their mark at the just concluded FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. “Although luck may not have been…

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Emefiele’s brothers withdraw case against AGF, DSS

George and Okanta Emefiele, brothers of the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria Godwin Emefiele, have withdrawn a case they filed against the government. The defendants in the case were specifically the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF). Justice E. Okpe of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday struck out the case following its withdrawal. The Emefiele brothers took the AGF and the DSS to court over the alleged infringement on their fundamental human rights on account of…

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Afrobeats lacks substance – Burna Boy

Singer Burna Boy has claimed that the Afrobeats genre has no substance. The Grammy Award winner stated this during an Apple Music interview with Zane Lowe which was released on Tuesday, stating that the genre has no substance and is just about a “great time”. “Afrobeats as people call it is mostly about nothing, literally nothing. There’s no substance to it. Nobody is talking about anything. It’s just a great time, it’s an amazing time,” he said.

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Ministerial Appointment: Hon Blessing Nwagba Congratulates Hon Onyejeocha…urges her to make the womenfolk proud… thanks president Tinubu for more women inclusion in cabinet

Mandy Park Hon Dame Blessing Nwagba, the All Progressives Congress, APC senatorial candidate for Abia South in the February 25 senatorial election, has congratulated her friend and sister, Hon Nkeiruka Onyejeocha OON, on her recent appointment and successful Inauguration as the Honourable Minister of State for Labour and Employment. She also commended president Bola Tinubu for the opportunity given to more women to serve in his cabinet. In her message of goodwill made available to the press, Dr Nwagba, a former member of Abia State House of Assembly and chieftain…

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Super Falcons star Michelle Alozie shares picture with Davido

Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has shared a picture of herself with Afrobeat star Davido. The 26-year-old, on Tuesday, shared a picture of herself and Davido holding up her Falcons’ jersey in a post on X (formerly Twitter). Alozie tagged the DMW star in the post with a handshake emoji. 🤝🏾 @davido pic.twitter.com/skksr1cpuR — michelle alozie (@alozieee) August 22, 2023

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UK charges Diezani with bribery

Ex-minister of petroleum resources Diezani Alison-Madueke has been charged with bribery offences in the United Kingdom relating to her former office in Nigeria. Mrs Alison-Madueke, 63, has been on bail since first being arrested in London in October 2015. The United Kingdom National Crime Agency (NCA) said on Tuesday that she will appear in court in the British on October 2. Soon after her arrest, her family’s lawyer told AFP she would strongly contest corruption allegations that have dogged her during and after her time in former President Goodluck Jonathan’s government. The…

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Yemi Alade survives car crash

Singer Yemi Alade has survived a car crash in Spain. She revealed this through an Instagram post on Tuesday. The crash happened on August 17. She also revealed through the post that she had a medical emergency after a performance seven hours before the car crash. Yemi attributed her survival to God, adding that nothing is too complicated for him. “On the 17th of August, we were in a car crash, somewhere between barcelona and benicassim in Spain at 12:06(noon). i also experienced a minor medical emergency from exhaustion after performing on…

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Nigeria inter-faith leaders vow to advance collaboration for peace building…,say our humanity supersedes our differences

Mandy Park Faith leaders across the different religious bodies in Nigeria, today, Tuesday, 22 August at a one day seminar in Lagos vowed to advance interfaith collaboration for peace building and peaceful coexistence amongst people of divergent creed. This is as they noted further that our humanity supersedes our differences The one day seminar and capacity building for the faith leaders, was organized by an Abuja-based Non Governmental Organization, Global Peace Foundation, Nigeria. The event, which held at the LEBC Conference Room of the Baptist Academy Compound in Obanikoro, Lagos,…

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What I will advise President Tinubu to do— Dame Blessing Nwagba, PhD.

…says dwindling number of female parliamentarians at the National Assembly worrisome Dame (Dr) Blessing Nwagba, bold, courageous and unassuming grassroots politician, has represented Aba North Constituency twice in the Abia State House of Assembly on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).She later moved to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and was the governorship candidate of the party in the 2019 elections.  In the 2023 elections, she ran a colourful campaign for the Senate on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), battling it out with the state…

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Ekweremadu’s first son marries in Abuja

Lloyd Ekweremadu, first son of the former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, is set to take a wife Tiffany in Abuja. Lloyd, also known as Ike Ekweremadu Jnr, and Tiffany will exchange marital vows on Saturday, August 19 at the Basilica of Grace Anglican Church, Gudu, Abuja. The reception will be held at AIB Event Centre, Wuse 2, Abuja. The groom is serving as a commissioner in the cabinet of Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State. The bride’s parents are Mr and Mrs Obinna Uzor.

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Naira Marley not our ambassador – NDLEA

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has said that its engagement with musician Afeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, is to encourage him to use his skills and platforms to put out content that will discourage millions of his fans and Nigerian youths from substance abuse. Naira Marley on Thursday led members of his team on a visit to the national headquarters of the NDLEA in Abuja to express his preparedness to join the fight against drug abuse in the country. The agency came under criticism over the artiste’s…

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Eti-Osa community leaders, students, protest non-inclusion of their indigenes in Sanwo-Olu’s govt

Mandy Park Community chiefs popularly called the Ba’ales, religious leaders, political stakeholders, students and ordinary folks of Eti-Osa, a local government area of Lagos State, today, Thursday protested the exclusion of their indigenes in the government of Babajide Sanwo-Olu. This is as they accuse Sanwo-Olu of grand deceit. The protest by the indigenous people of Eti-Osa is coming days after a group, Eti-Osa Heritage Organisation, alerted the public that outsiders have been listed as indigenes of their local government among the 39 commissioner-nominees sent to the Lagos State House of…

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ABIA PLANS MoU WITH NASARAWA-BASED FIRM, AS GOV OTTI VISITS CSS FARMS

Mandy Park Abia State Government is set to enter into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with CSS Integrated Farms, an arrangement that would see the Nasarawa State-based farm train Abia farmers. The State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, made this known on Wednesday while on a working visit to CSS Farms, owned by a former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Prof John Kennedy Opara. A statement by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor stated that Otti encouraged by the large-scale mechanised farming going on…

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Abia State govt bans  commercial  motor cyclists, Okada in Umuahia, Aba

Mandy Park  Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has directed the immediate ban on the operation of commercial motorcyclists, otherwise known as Okada, within Umuahia, the State capital, and Aba Metropolis. A Press statement made available to the media by Kazie Uko Chief Press Secretary to the Governor noted that ” Effective Monday, August 14, 2023, any motorcycle seen on the streets of Umuahia and Aba townships being used for such purpose will be impounded by the security agencies.  “Also, security agencies have been directed to arrest any individual…

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Gov. Otti urges Abians to fulfill tax obligations 

Mandy Park  Following the launch of the new digital tax system and subsequent deployment of the new payment system, Abia State governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has enjoined all residents, particularly the business community, to fulfill their civic obligations by paying their taxes and all forms of approved levies to the State.  A Statement by Kazie Uko, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor noted that “The State Government, through the office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Internally Generated Revenue, has been moving around to educate the public…

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Bobrisky loses father Kunle Okuneye

Crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has lost his father Kunle Okuneye. A son of the deceased Debola Okuneye confirmed the news to PUNCH on Monday saying, “Yes, my father died this morning and we are making preparations for his burial.” Another source simply known as Lastborn, who was a friend and colleague of Kunle, confirmed the development, adding that the deceased would be buried on Monday evening. ‘Yes, you saw it. It’s true, he will be buried by 4 pm today,” Lastborn confirmed.

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Tinubu has my support – Yul Edochie

Actor Yul Edochie has given his support to President Bola Tinubu, describing him as a man of wisdom. Yul shared this message on Monday through an Instagram post with a picture of Tinubu. He said, “As a leader you will see certain things that your people may never see. You will have access to certain information that your people may never have access to. So some of your decisions may not be fully understood by the people, even though they’re in the best interest of the people. You have my support, Sir. @officialasiwajubat…

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Subsidy removal: Kill corruption, not Nigerians, Bakare tells Tinubu

LAGOS——SENIOR Pastor of the Citadel Global Community Church, formerly known as the Latter Rain Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, yesterday, declared that he was not against the removal of the fuel subsidy but the corruption in the system. While he noted that fuel subsidy removal and its harsh economic impact was taking a toll on Nigerians, Bakare urged President Bola Tinubu to kill corruption and not Nigerians. The firy televangelist also tasked Tinubu to “mount a genuine fight against corruption, rise above vendetta, foster reconciliation, and give every Nigerian a reason…

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Real Madrid secure Chelsea star signing at final hour after Bayern Munich had unveiling planned

Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has stated the club “wanted to present” Kepa Arrizabalaga today, but the goalkeeper instead decided to join Real Madrid. The futures of both Kepa and Edouard Mendy were uncertain when Mauricio Pochettino took over as Chelsea boss. That both men have featured as the no.1 over the last few seasons suggests no manager was really aware who was the best option. Kepa’s future seemed more secure when Mendy departed for Saudi side Al Ahli in July. Robert Sanchez has since joined the Blues from Brighton,…

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Title: The Impact of Technology on Mental Health in the Digital Age

To begin with, in today’s digital age,technology has infiltrated nearly every aspect of our lives.From smart phones and social media to virtual reality and artificial intelligence, technologyhas revolutionized the way we communicate, work, and entertain ourselves. However,withthese advancements come concerns about the impact that technology, particularly excessiveuse and online interactions, may have on our mental health. In this feature article, we will explore the various ways technology affects mental health and discuss strategies formaintaining a healthy balance in the digital age. The Positive Side of Technology: Before delving into the…

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How to tackle Southeast insecurity—Ambassador Frank Ogbuewu

Ambassador Frank Nchita Ogbuewu, former Ambassador to Greece and former minister of culture and tourism is a grassroots politician loved by his people having impacted in the lives of his community and the entire Ebonyi Central Senatorial zone and beyond. In this interview with journalist, Ogbuewu speaks on critical national issues including the removal of fuel subsidy, ministerial nominee list submitted by President Bola Tinubu to the senate for approval, and the insecurity in the South East and among others. Excerpt Let’s know your take on ECOWAS position and by…

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St Dominic’s Catholic Church, Yaba rolls out drum to celebrate 70th Anniversary… it’s celebration of God”s faithfulness, dedicated service—Fr. Charles Onwordi, Parish Pastor

By Mandy Park St Dominic’s Catholic Church, Yaba, Lagos on Tuesday, 8th August commenced the 70th Platinum anniversary of God”s faithfulness, excellence, and dedicated service on it’s ministry.The celebration according to the parish priest, Fr. Charles Onwordi (OP) will stretch till 21th January, 2024, the day of its grand finale. Rev. Onwordi told journalists at the press briefing that the Dominican community will use the occasion to celebrate excellence and give more to the society than before.The press briefing session was also used not only in unveiling of the programme…

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Chief of Naval Staff hails Gov. Otti on launch of Operation Crush

By Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has received huge commendation for his efforts at improving the security situation in the state and indeed the country.. The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, gave the endorsement when he paid a working visit to the Governor on Wednesday in Isialangwa. Vice Admiral Ogalla, who thanked Governor Otti for the payment of the operational allowances of the Nigerian Navy and other security agencies in the State, said that the problem of insecurity is a very serious…

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ABIA TO SET UP COMMISSION ON EASE OF DOING BUSINESS

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, says the State Government has concluded plans to set up, soon, a commission on the Ease of Doing Business. Otti said this has become necessary in order to eliminate the obstacles citizens and investors encounter in their efforts to set up and grow their businesses.A statement by Kazie Uko ,Chief Press Secretary to the Governor noted thatthe governor disclosed this when he played host to a team from Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), led by the Abia State Branch Controller, Mr. Olaoba Ayotunde.…

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Not even the rains will hinder roads construction in Aba—Gov Otti…vows to rebuild the state

By Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has declared that not even the rains would hinder his avowed decision to rebuild Aba, the commercial capital of the state. This is as he reaffirmed pledge to rebuild the state. Governor Otti, who was joined on Friday by the Hungarian Deputy Ambassador to Nigeria, Gabor Kruss, and Economic Counselor of the Hungarian Embassy in Nigeria, Judith Beres, on an inspection tour of some ongoing road projects in Aba, said his government was determined to deliver on his promises during…

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Abia State Govt vows to challenge court order stopping ex-Gov Okezie Ikpeazu’s probe

By Mandy Park Abia State government has vowed to challenge the ex parte order stopping the probe of former governor Okezie Ikpeazu and officials that served during his tenure. It noted that the ex parte order was an unwarranted interference in the State’s affairs. The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mr. Okey Kanu, disclosed this to journalists at the Government House in Umuahia. Governor Alex Otti, on June 27 inaugurated the Abia State Panel of Inquiry for Recovery of Government Property and Funds with a charge to recover all government…

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WE CAN’T AFFORD TO SIT AT HOME FOR TWO WEEKS WHEN WE HAVE WORK TO DO – GOV OTTI

By Mandy Park Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, says residents of the state cannot afford to stay at home for two weeks in compliance with the directive issued by a faction of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), led by fugitive Simon Ekpa. Governor Otti spoke Monday in Abuja, the Federal Capital, on the sideline of a security meeting convened by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, and attended by the governors of the South East states – Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo – to address…

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Abia NLC, TUC thank Gov Otti on timely payment of workers , say protest not against State govt

By Mandy Park As the organised labour girds its loins to embark on nationwide protest today, Wednesday, August 2, 2023, the two main unions, Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), have heaped praises on Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR. The two main organised labour groups on Tuesday praised Dr. Otti for living up to his promise to pay salaries of civil servants and other public workers in the state on or before the 28th of every month. Governor Otti had made a firm promise during…

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ABIA: OTTI’S 60 DAYS ODYSSEY

Governor Alex Otti of Abia StateJuly 28, 2023, marked 60 days of the Abia Renaissance under the leadership of the Chief Servant, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti. It has been two months of setting the Abia Train on the right course after the recent history of train-wreck and crass pillaging The narrative thus far rightly approximates John C. Maxwell’s aphorism that, “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” In common parlance, a man cannot give what he does not have. The Transition Committee for the Abia Renewal Project put together by Dr.…

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GOV. OTTI: AN EPITOME OF POLITICAL WILL

Whether for good or evil, it is sadly inevitable that all political leadership requires the artifices of theatrical illusion. In the politics of a democracy, the shortest distance between two points is often a crooked line. However, for every rule their is an exception and the exception to the above assertion can be directly ascribed to the leadership of HIs Excellency, Governor Dr. Alex C. Otti OFR. In just 2 months, it is very glaring to all and sundry that the new government in charge is determined to resuscitate the…

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Terminate Lagos Government Partnerships with Tobacco Industry, CAPPA cautions Sanwolu

By Mandy park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has advised Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu to stop the partnership between different ministries of the state and the British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN). In a letter sent to Governor Sanwolu titled Lagos Government Should Terminate Partnerships with The Tobacco Industry and dated 20 July 2023, CAPPA said that the tobacco industry continues to exploit the cosmopolitan nature of Lagos and its huge youth population in subtle marketing of tobacco products. CAPPA said that the growing partnerships between the state…

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TEN REASONS TO VISIT RWANDA MORE THAN ONCE

By Prince Tonye TJT Princewill We have taken time to bring you ten key reasons why Rwanda has to be on your list of places to see not just once, but more than once. It took us 10 days to visit a variety of choice locations and the only reason why we didn’t feel the impact of the hectic schedule was simply because of how amazing each and every one of the experiences were. The internet is riddled with stories and statistics about why Rwanda is the safest country in…

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Rwanda : Moving beyond Genocide to providing Inspiration

By Prince Tonye TJT Princewill Most people hadn’t taken anything more than a lingering notice of Rwanda until 1994 when the genocide that happened there shocked the world. Even then, many ticked a box and marked Rwanda as another place to avoid, in a continent where bad news is more at home than good and tragedy is a staple food in a media predefined diet. I too was in that category. There is so much news to consume, you have to decide what is important and what is not. So,…

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Fake news will not distract my mission for a new Nigeria – Obi

By Mandy Park The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the February 25, 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi has decried the mischief of fake news manipulators using his name but said that they will not distract nor derail his focus for a new Nigeria which he insists, is POssible. In a series of tweets on Saturday, Obi said “I have noticed with dismay, an emerging pattern, where fake media reports and news items are predicated on interviews and press remarks I never granted. Obi mentioned among many others,…

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MBPP Coalition seeks TotalEnergies put on global spotlight for crime against oil communities

By Mandy Park The Make Big Polluters Pay (MBPP) group has condemned what it described as systematic repression, undue influence, and resort to intimidation of oil communities by oil giant firm, TotalEnergies operating in the Africa environment , insisting that the oil giant should be put on global spotlight. Particularly, the coalition during a webinar on Friday which Sunday Sun participated, at the “People’s Mock Tribunal asked ”TotalEnergies to respect people’s dignity and rights especially those of local communities that have been allegedly affected by their exploration” The mock tribunal…

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Maintain TETFUND”s standard,Nto,ex Provost, charges ASCETA contractors

Mandy Park The immediate past Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, Dr Philips Nto has charged contractors executing jobs in the institution to maintain the standard specifications as approved by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Tetfund) . He said the projects he attracted before he left as Provost, including fencing of the entire institution, building of a befitting gate and general landscaping of the entire Tetfund buildings,must follow the laid down procedures he had established along with Tetfund’s guidelines. Nto spoke when the contractors paid him a farewell…

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Nto, Ex-ASCETA Provost, Mourns Irukwu… asks Abia State govt to immortalise him

Mandy Park The immediate past Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, Dr Philips Nto has described the death of Prof Joe Irukwu as a great loss to young Nigerian scholars. This is as he urged the Gov. Alex Otti-led government in Abia State to immortalise the late sage. He said the late insurance guru and consummate academic was always passionate in assisting young scholars in realizing their dreams in academics. Dr Nto who described himself as a beneficiary of Prof Irukwu’s large-heartedness, recalled when the former president…

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Fuel subsidy height of economic sabotage — Ezeokenwa, APGA National Chairman

…Gives reasons Nnamdi Kanu should be released without further delay Sylvester Ezeonenwa, a lawyer, is the young, articulate and visionary national chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). In this exclusive interview with Sunday Sun, he speaks on his blueprint and vision for APGA, his views on Nnamdi Kanu’s continued detention, subsidy removal, the problem with Nigeria and the need for restructuring the country, among other sensitive issues. Excerpt:  Congratulations on your election as the new national chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). How has it been since…

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ADC set to build the largest youth empowerment Pool in Africa

Mandy Park The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has revealed that it is set to empower the Nigerian youth. The ADC’s global campus empowerment programme is expected to promote leadership fellowship, training, and multidisciplinary skills acquisition initiatives in the areas of information technology, agriculture-related businesses, fishery, animal husbandry, textiles, and cooperative ventures.A statement by the party publicity secretary Mabel Oboh revealed that pilot projects and funding schemes are already in progress. The programme was unveiled by the party’s national chairman, Chief Ralphs Nwosu when he received ADC candidate for the 2023…

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Fuel subsidy removal, reckless, economic sabotage –Onovo, Presidential candidate National Conscience Party, 2015.

By Mandy Park Activist and presidential candidate of the National Conscience Party (NCP) in 2015, Martin Onovo, 2015 had a media chat recently where he spoke on some critical issues.In this no-holds-bared interview, described said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s subsidy removal on fuel is an economic sabotage on the nation and an early indication of what would come later. He re-emphasised that INEC published fraudulent results, insisting that President Tinubu’s swearing-in was unlawful and tenure illegitimate.Excerpt President Tinubu, in his inaugural speech, promised that security, improved economic growth, and policies…

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Otti names former running mate, 18 others as Commissioner nominees

…Suspends heads of nursing schools By Mandy Park   Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has named his former deputy governorship candidate, in the 2015 and 2019 elections, Prof. (Mrs) Eme Uche, as a commissioner nominee alongside 18 others. This is as the governor i approved the suspension of the Principals of all state-owned Nursing/Midwifery training institutions, pending investigations and further directives. Equally suspended is the Director of Nursing in the Ministry of Health, Nwosu Dorathy Njideka. In a letter addressed to the Speaker of the State Assembly, Rt. Hon.…

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African sentiment is favouring Ukraine

Johannesburg – 20 June 2023: Ahead of the African Peace Initiative visit to Kyiv and Moscow, the upcoming Russia/Africa meetings in St. Petersburg and the BRICS Summit in South Africa in August, international research company Ipsos polled African citizens on their attitudes towards Russia, Ukraine and the controversial position on the war taken by some African governments.A majority felt that the Russian invasion of Ukraine was against the principles of international law, that Russian forces should withdraw from Ukraine and that Russia was guilty of committing war crimes in Ukraine.These…

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Review current surveillance contract in Niger Delta –NDSF appeals to Tinubu…slams General Israel over unguarded comments against Asari Dokubo

By Mandy Park Niger Delta Special Force , NDSF has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review the Niger Delta pipelines surveillance contract under the supervision of Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) and carve out Rivers State territory to be secured by their ex-militant Generals. The group aligns with the position of Alhaji Mujahid Asari Dokubo that the military was behind Oil theft in the region, just as it warned ex-militant leader, Eshanekpe Israel, popularly known as General Israel, over what they termed his ‘unguarded utterance’ against Dokubo, founder of…

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Dame Nwagba Congratulates Akpabio, Jibrin, Abbas, Kalu, and APC leadership on successful inauguration of 10th assembly

…asks lawmakers to enact laws beneficial to citizens By Mandy Park All Progressives Congress APC senatorial candidate for Abia South federal constituency in the February polls, Dame Blessing Nwagba PhD has congratulated senate President Godswill Akpabio, Barau Jibrin (Deputy senate President), Hon Tajudeen Abbas (Speaker House of Representatives), Hon Benjamin Kalu (Deputy Speaker), and the national leadership on the conduct of a successful inauguration. She also urged the lawmakers to shun partisanship and enact laws that would better the lives of Nigerians. In a statement she personally signed the former…

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Otti names Okezie Rector, Abia College of Health Sciences

Mandy Park Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, has approved the appointment of Mr. Aloysius Okezie as Rector, Abia State College of Health Sciences and Management Technology, Aba. A statement by his spokesperson, Kazie Uko, said the appointment was with immediate effect. “The current Rector is by this notice directed to hand over the duties of his office to Mr. Okezie. This announcement clarifies and supersedes any other information with respect to the School of Health Sciences and Management Technology, Aba, in the media before now,” he noted.

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June 12: Protect citizens’ democratic rights, CAPPA urges Tinubu

Mandy Park Human rights and environmental protection crusader, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure that his leadership of the country protects and defends citizens’ democratic rights. The CAPPA Executive Director, Oluwafemi Akinbode, made the calll in a statement signed by Zikora Ibeh, Policy and Research Officer, as Nigeria commemorated the 30th anniversary of the annulment of the June 12, 1993 Presidential elections on Monday. Akinbode said that the only way citizens’ aspirations and hope in true democracy encapsulated in the…

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Nto, an asset to MOUAU, says VC

Mandy Park The Vice Chancellor of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Prof Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe, CFS has described the immediate past Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, Dr Philips Nto as a great asset to the institution. He said through his exemplary conduct and commitment to duty, Nto has set a record for other staff to emulate. Prof Iwe spoke when Nto paid him a courtesy call to inform him that he has resumed duty at MOUAU after his tour of service at Abia State College…

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Otti committed to upgrade public health facilities

By Mandy Park Abia State Governor Alex Otti’s is passionate about upgrading various health facilities across Abia State to make them more responsive to the health challenges of the people. Dr. Ngozi Okoronkwo, Special Adviser to the Governor on Health Care Service Delivery, gave this hint on Thursday when she led a team on an assessment tour of General Hospitals in the state, including the Umunnato General Hospital, Bende LGA; General Hospital Abariba, Ohafia LGA and Isuikwuato General Hodpital. Dr Okoronkwo, decried the deplorable state of the hospitals, stressing that…

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BREAKING: Tinubu suspends CBN Gov. Emefiele with immediate effect

By Mandy Park President Bola Tinubu on Friday directed the suspension of Godwin Emefiele from his position as governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). A statement by the Director of Information, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation Willie Bassey said, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has suspended the Central Bank Governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele, CFR, from office with immediate effect.” Bassey added that Emefiele has been directed to immediately hand over the affairs of his office to the Deputy Governor (Operations Directorate) pending the conclusion…

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ASCETA Provost, Nto hands over, seeks support for Gov Otti

Mandy Park The Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical Arochukwu, Dr Philips Nto has canvassed the support of the staff and people of the state for Governor Alex Otti. Dr Nto spoke at he formally handed over the leadership of the college to the Deputy Provost, Mr Ikechukwu Okorouga . According to Nto, a former commissioner for finance, the new governor requires the support and prayers of the people because of the enormous challenges before him. While expressing confidence on the ability of Dr Alex Otti to administer…

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Don’t succumb to propaganda that Igbo want to take over Lagos—Chief Ayo Adebanjo… There is no battle for Lagos–Anya Ndi Igbo

Mandy Park Afenifere Leader, Chief Ayo Adebanjo has cautioned those propagating that Ndigbo is in battle with the Yoruba over Lagos to stop such insinuations as both ethnic groups enjoy cordial relationship.This is as Igbo group, Anya Ndi Igbo, said there is no battle for Lagos between the Igbo and Yoruba.Adebanjo made the observation when the group, led by elder statesman, Dr Uma Eleazu paid him a courtesy visit yesterday.‘There is this insinuations that the Igbo is in battle with the Yoruba to take over Lagos. No body should succumb…

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Lai Mohammed’s allegation of treason on me sadning — Peter Obi

By Mandy Park Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the February 25 poll, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed dissatisfaction over comments made by the Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, saying it’s sadning.In a press statement, Mohammed accused Mr Obi and his Deputy, Datti Baba-Ahmed, of treason by inciting the citizens to revolt against the announcement of Bola Tinubu as the President-elect.In a release made available to the press on Tuesday, Obi said that he was not perturbed by the minister bandying around the word ‘treason’ because, as far as he (Obi)…

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Whitney Adeniran: NGO demands stringent prosecution of Chrisland School, commends Lagos govt 

Mandy Park A child’s rights organization, the Center for Children’s Health Education, Orientation and Protection (CEE-HOPE), has commended the Lagos State Government over the outcome of its findings on the death of Whitney Adeniran.  This is as the organisation called for continued vigilance on  prosecution of the incident until justice is done. Adeniran was a student of Chrisland School in Lagos.  Recall that the 12 year-old Adeniran slumped and died during a school inter-house competition at the Agege Sports Stadium on February 9, 2023.  While multiple sources claimed that she…

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BREAKING: INEC declares Labour Party’s Alex Otti winner of Abia gov’ship poll

By Mandy Park After days of politicaanxiety, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Wednesday, declared Alex Otti, the candidate of the Labour Party winner of the March 18 governorship poll in Abia state. Otti polled a total of 175, 467 votes defeat his closest rival, Chief Okey Ahiwe of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party who scored 88,529 votes.Enyinnaya Nwafor of the Young Peoples Party, YPP, came third with 28,972 votes. Returning Officer and Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Owerri, FUTO, Professor Nnenna Oti, subsequently declared Otti the…

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Stakeholders, public health experts make case for SSB tax

By Mandy Park Public health experts, industry professionals, and Civil Society Organisations among other stakeholders have called on the federal government to increase tax on sugar sweetened beverages so as to discourage and reduce its intake by the gullible and easy to fleece public. By extension they submitted that it would reduce the health burden associated with the consumption of SSB.   This is as they express worry over bad narratives that are making the rounds and causing most Nigerians to turn against a policy they should be supporting. Speakers,…

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Total Blessing Campaign Organisation condemns INEC over declaration of Abaribe as Abia South Senator-elect

…expresses shock on the death of Chief Sir F.N. Nwosu … backs High chief Ikechi Emenike … congratulates  President-elect, Asiwaju Tinubu By Mandy Park Total Blessing Campaign Organisation has lashed the Independent National Electoral commission (INEC) for pronouncing Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe as Senator-elect for Abia South federal constituency when the election was inconclusive. The group says its unacceptable to them. Also the group pledged massive support on the leadership of the Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Party (APC) in Abia State, High chief Ikechi Emenike, stressing that he has…

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Presidential Poll: Atiku, PDP withdraw fresh application against INEC

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and its candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday, withdrew a fresh application they filed to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to allow their agents to participate in the process of sorting out ballot papers that were used for the presidential election that held on February 25. Both PDP and Atiku, who are separately challenging the outcome of the election that was declared in favour of the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Tinubu, told the Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, sitting…

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Obi in Jos raises hope for a new Nigeria

… canvases votes for LP candidates. Mandy Park The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi arrived, in Jos, the Plateau state Capital on Wednesday to the warm embrace of jubilant Obidient Supporters, reassuring them of his commitment to bequeath a new Nigeria. Obi  assured that he would reclaim his stolen mandate, just as he urged them to go out enmasse and vote for LP candidates for the governorship and house of Assembly elections on Saturday 18th, March, 2023. Obi has been on thank you visits to some states…

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House on the Rock drummer Chris Okafor slumps during church service, dies

House on the Rock drummer Chris Okafor has died after slumping in church on Sunday, March 12. The church’s founder Pastor Paul Adefarasin announced this in a statement on Monday. He said, “We lost one of our own, and our hearts ache for a young man who died in his prime. “Chris Okafor was full of life, his understanding of music and how beats make your worship experience so much better is a talent that he will be remembered for. Chris served with us in the music ministry arm of…

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Sanwo-Olu visits Oyedepo five days to governorship election

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has visited the presiding bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide Bishop David Oyedepo as the March 18 date for the governorship and state Houses of Assembly elections draw close. Mr Sanwo-Olu paid the courtesy visit on Monday at the church’s headquarters in Ota, Ogun State. Dressed in white, the governor posed for photos with Oyedepo who was also dressed in his customary white attire. Sanwo-Olu announced his visit via Instagram on Tuesday. “I paid a courtesy visit to Bishop David Oyedepo founder of the Living Faith Church…

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Why I am losing weight – Ronke Oshodi Oke

Actress Ronke Ojo, popularly known as Ronke Oshodi Oke, has revealed why she has lost weight in recent months. The 48-year-old made the revelation in a video posted on Instagram on Sunday, March 12. Ronke took a swipe at those trolling her online over her weight loss, saying many of them do not think before typing. She added that contrary to what her critics say, her condition is not caused by a product that she markets. “Speedy Weight Loss is not what made me lose weight. What made me lose weight is…

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House of Reps member Yakubu Shehu declared wanted over alleged homicide

Police in Bauchi have declared a member of the House of Representatives Yakubu Shehu wanted and placed a bounty of N1 million on him over alleged homicide. Bauch State Police Command’s spokesperson Ahmed Wakil announced this in a bulletin on Tuesday. Shehu represents Bauchi Federal Constituency on the platform of PRP but later defected to APC. The bulletin said the Nigeria Police Force, under the authority of the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, had declared Shehu wanted. He is wanted “in connection with a case of criminal conspiracy, causing grievous…

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NIGERIA’S ELECTORAL SHOW OF SHAME

*Punch Editorial* The conduct of the 2023 presidential/National Assembly polls on February 25 has once more stirred deep questions on the credibility and integrity of the Independent National Electoral Commission. A host of domestic and international observers agreed that the polls grossly fell short of minimum global standards. It is a shame that after seven election cycles, balloting in Nigeria remains riddled with inefficiency and tainted by accusations of result falsification, vote buying, voter suppression, calculated disenfranchisement, and violence. Just like the previous general elections that were defiled by malpractices,…

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Naira scarcity made my daughter board BRT bus – Father of NYSC member killed in Lagos train accident

Femi Aina, father of Oreoluwa Aina, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member killed in a Lagos train accident last week, has disclosed that his daughter took the BRT bus involved in the disaster because of naira scarcity. BBC Yoruba quoted Mr Aina as saying “if not for the money the authorities have withdrawn from circulation, my daughter would not have boarded that bus. “But because she had no money on her, that’s why she boarded the bus.” The bereaved father said he was in Abuja when the accident occurred on Thursday,…

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Emefiele told me banks can now pay and receive old notes – Soludo

Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo on Monday said the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Godwin Emefiele confirmed to him that banks can now receive and dispense old naira notes. Soludo stated this in a release which he also shared on social media. He used the medium to urge Anambra residents to begin transacting with the old banknotes. Prof Soludo, a former CBN governor, said Emefiele personally confirmed the development to him in a phone conversation on Sunday night after a bankers’ committee meeting. According to him, tellers…

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Tinubu did not win 2023 presidential election — Obi

… faults process Mandy Park  The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has said that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was wrong to declare the All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential candidate Bola Tinubu  winner  of the February 25, 2023 presidential election. Obi faulted the process that gave him victory, insisting that ”Tinubu never won the presidential election” Obi spoke today, Monday 13th, on Arise Television breakfast programme, The Morning Show, declaring that ‘winning the election is about the process, is about winning the people and not just…

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Peter Obi, supporters storm Appeal Court in Abuja

Supporters of the presidential candidate of the Labour Party Peter Obi on Wednesday followed him to the Court of Appeal in Abuja. Dressed in a black shirt, Obi was also accompanied by the party’s stalwarts including its national chairman Julius Abure and Senator-elect Victor Umeh. The appellate court had fixed Wednesday to consider the merit of the application the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) filed, seeking to be allowed to reconfigure the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines used for the presidential and National Assembly elections. On Twitter, the platform…

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All Brickwall Against Tinubu Will Fail

By Sen Rilwan Soji Akanbi The serious gang-up against the National leader and presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu from winning the 2023 presidential election is no longer news. It is obvious that the sinister plan is building up by the day through different dynamics.Those who are in the know, with privileged information, given the events playing out have all spoken out concerning the underground plot to upstage Tinubu from clinching victory, given his nationwide acceptability across all geo-political zones.But what is obvious is that…

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Nathaniel Ulu for burial Saturday 18th February 2023.

By Mandy Park The body of Nathaniel Nwankwo Ulu will be laid to rest in his father’s compound Agbogo, Obiene Ututu in Arochukwu LGA of Abia state on Saturday 18th February 2023 Ulu was gruesomely murdered on Thursday 18th August 2022. According to the story by his father Mr Johnson Ulu who resides at plot 3 Umu Aro Street, location 15 Umu Ebule 2 Etche LGA , Rivers State. He was murdered after a minor quarrel with a neighbor . The father disclosed that he was coming back from his…

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A REBUTTAL

Re: Oba of Lagos: LP Courtesy Visit By Akin Osuntokun My attention has been drawn to a fictitious “Press Release” purportedly released by me titled “Oba of Lagos : LP courtesy Visit”. The said deceptive release claimed, among other things that “We informed Oba of Lagos that Peter Obi wanted to come and pay homage to him before our rally in Lagos but Oba said that we should not come”. The fictitious release further claimed that Oba’s reason for not wanting to meet with Peter Obi was that “Oba is…

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Don’t be intimidated by those threatened by our popularity — Hon. Blessing Nwagba

By Mandy Park Senatorial candidate for Abia South, Hon Dame Blessing Nwagba has urged her supporters not to be intimidated by the shinanigans of those threatened by her popularity rise in the constituency.Nwagba told her supporters at Ugwunagbo community during her campaign in the arena that she is the candidate to beat given her rise and rise and acceptability across all gender in the constituency. She therefore told her massive supporters at the campaign ground not to be perturbed by the intimidation strategy of her opponents as she would be…

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Valentine’s Day Groove: Adeleke directs public servants to register for dancing competitions, dressing parade, others

By Mandy Park Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed public servants in the state to register for dancing competitions, dressing parades, and other games for the celebration of Valentine’s Day. The directive was contained in a circular dated 10th February 2023 and signed by Najeem Akinola on behalf of the Head of Service, Olaleye Aina.The celebration will hold on Tuesday, 14th February, at the White House Car Park, Abere. The circular obtained by Nigerianewsmark was directed to Secretary to the State Government, Chief of Staff, Permanent Secretaries, Heads of Non-Ministerial…

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Obi set’s Lagos on fire, preaches violence-free election

Mandy Park Lagos was electrified yesterday, Saturday 11 February, as the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi’s campaign train arrived at the nation’s commercial nerve center. The excitement of the people was awesome as the entire city was shut down by organic jubilant youths, women, and adults struggling to see and hear the Presidential Candidate’s front-runner in the election due in a fortnight. The visits of the LP Candidate to some markets and the road works along strategic areas in the commercial city ensured that all parts…

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APC Unleashes Thugs To Disrupt Labour Party Rally In Lagos says Comrade Yunusa Tanko

… Hold Lagos govt responsible Mandy Park Labour party spokesperson, Comrade Yunusa Tanko said thugs believed to be from the All Progressives Congress, (APC) launched brutal attacks on Labour Party supporters in Lagos today, Saturday 11th February. Tanko said their aim was to stop the Obidients, the supporters of Obi/Datt candidacy from attending the campaign rally holding at Tafawa Balewa Square, (TBS) in Lagos. Tanko, who is the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, (LPPCC) Chief Spokesperson in a terse message sent on his WhatsApp said many people had been injured…

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Ajaero’s Victory Will Usher Stronger Labour-CSO Partnership — CAPPA

By Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has described the emergence of Comrade Joe Ajaero as the national president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) as a welcome development and opportunity for labour and civil society collaboration in Nigeria to advance.Ajaero, who takes over from Wabba Ayuba, is former general secretary of the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE). He emerged as national president on consensus vote at the 13th NLC national delegates conference which held in Abuja on February 7, 2022.In his acceptance speech, Ajaero…

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2023: Threats remain, but free and fair election is possible— Akinbode Oluwafemi CAPPA boss

By Mandy Park Despite challenges and mounting threats that the 2023 election faces, the likelihood of conducting a free and fair election is possible if all stakeholders work together to ramp up efforts in ensuring that all identified threats are nipped in the bud.This was the submission of Akinbode Oluwafemi, Executive Director, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), at the media presentation of the report, 2023 General Elections – Challenges and Threats to Consolidating Democracy, on Thursday, February 9, 2023, in Lagos. The report was informed by recent developments…

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Obi leading in six polls including Bloomberg’s latest Poll.

Mandy Park Barely a fortnight to the 2023 Presidential election on February 25th, Labour Party’s standard bearer, Peter Obi is still leading in the latest opinion poll released by an international agency, Bloomberg According to a statement from the Obi-Datti Media office,the LP Candidate emerged as the most popular candidate in six polls including the two surveys conducted by Premise for Bloomberg. Another poll released this week by Lagos-based media and data company, Stears predicted that Obi will win in the event of a high turnout, but lose to Bola…

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Civic space in West Africa under grim threat——New report

…ranks Nigeria highest on free speech suppression Mandy Park Latest report on the civic space in West Africa has exposed grave threat to the civic space through organised repression tactics by both the government and non-state actors. The new report also identified Free speech as the right that is most at risk in the sub region, with Nigeria topping the list in the number of violations. The well researched report further identified ineffective judicial mechanism in reining in executive overreach, as part of modes of attack to suppress the civic…

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BREAKING: Peter Obi emerges most popular choice for president 

…sweeps the south,  makes impressive gains in North– Latest Nextier poll By Mandy Park Nigeria’s 2023 Presidential Election is becoming quite exciting as latest Nextier poll shows that the Labour Party is leading with 37 percent followed by the PDP with 27 precent and the APC with 24 percent. Nextier SPD, is an African-based international development consulting firm.   The poll, released on Saturday, February 5, 2023, is the second national face-to-face survey conducted by Nextier SPD and shows that a significant percentage of registered voters, 72 percent have chosen their…

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Hon Nwagba pledges development to constituency

By Mandy Park Senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abia South, Hon. Blessing Nwagba, has urged his constituents to vote for her in the coming election based on her experience and outstanding performance as a former lawmaker at Abia State House of Assembly. Hon Nwagba made the pledge during her campaign rally in Obingwa local government Area, of Abia State. Nwagba said having represented them in the House of Assembly, and considering the bills she presented on the floor of the house and motions moved, and those passed…

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ASCETA Provost condoles Ikpeazu over death of Ikonne

Mandy Park The Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, Dr Phillips Nto has condoled with Gov Okezie Ikpeazu over the death of PDP Governorship candidate in the state, Prof Eleazar Uche Ikonne. In a statement he personally signed, Dr Phillips Nto also commiserated with the family of Ikonne and his children over the death he described as shocking. The Provost noted that the death came at a time the people of the state were warming up to elect Prof Ikonne as the next governor of the state.…

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Atiku, beware of Uko Nkole

By Emmanuel Kalu The leopard doesn’t shed its spots,is a truism which has been elevated to an adage. However its connotation suggests either negativity or positivity. Because it means consistency in its ordinary meaning, some people are wont to be easily deceived. But when you analyse the behavioural pattern of the leopard while hunting down preys, especially its cunning , then you have to be wary of anybody who has even the least resemblance to the leopard in character! Based on the aforementioned,one cannot but be worried over the sudden…

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2023 Elections: Any mistake we make will be disastrous for everybody— Dr Phillip Nto, ASCETA Provost, World Bank Consultant

…says dynamics of politics changing…I am using Gov. Ikpeazu’s education blueprint By Mandy Park Dr Phillips Ntoh, is former, Commissioner for finance, World Bank consultant, and Provost, Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, (ASCETA), in this chat with Journalists in Lagos, speaks on the 2023 Elections, the president Nigeria needs, secret behind ASCETA success, challenges and other crucial issues. Excerpt Let’s look at political campaigns so far and how satisfied are you on the issues of discussion? Well, I am happy that the dynamics of Nigerian politics is quite…

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Union Bank Reiterates Aid For Small Businesses

Mandy Park The Union Bank of Nigeria, has reaffirmed it’s commitment to support the Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in the country to fasclitate increased growth and development. This commitment was made during the recently held ‘Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs in Nigeria’ conference hosted by Business Day newspaper. The event themed ‘How SMEs can thrive in an age of volatility’, and well attended by various stakeholders in the SME sector, including entrepreneurs, industry experts, start-ups, and financiers, had different panel sessions to discuss the multiple problems facing SMEs in Nigeria. …

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Valentine Ozigbo debunks fake news to discredit Obi movement

Mandy Park The Special Adviser to Peter Obi on Technology and Strategic Alliances Valentine Ozigbo has categorically debunked fake news that key officials of the Labour Party’s Presidential Campaign Council met on Monday at a top hotel in Abuja to discuss moves aimed at aligning with the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, in the upcoming presidential election. In a statement issued to the press on Tuesday, January 24, the 2021 Governorship candidate on the platform of the PDP in Anambra State described the story as…

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Garlands for Mbaise sons and daughters

By Christy Anyanwu To show that hard work pays in all ramifications and to encourage youths and the generality of people from Mbaise, Imo State, to strive for success in their professional endeavours, Mbaise People’s Congress (MPC), last December, held its distinguished achievement award for deserving Mbaise sons and daughters, in Lagos. The event, which also served as the annual professionals’ get-together for 2022, with the theme “University of Mbaise, O rula n’omume,” included a rousing reception for the deputy national president of the association, Dr. Ken Okpara, executive director…

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Obi: Don’t return to South East, there are plans to suppress our votes, Kanayo tells Ndigbo

… says rumours of planned attack on Ndigbo to  infuse fear. By Mandy Park Renowned Nollywood actor, Anayo Modestus Onyekwere popularly known as Kanayo O. Kanayo has disclosed plans in motion to manipulate votes of Ndigbo in the coming presidential election in February. Kanayo urged Ndigbo across the country not to return to Igbo land during the elections as such move will be counterproductive. Kanayo made the call in a viral video he posted on social media on Wednesday. He alleged that the rumour of war and attacks being expected…

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Eight Edo train attack suspects charged with kidnapping

The Edo State Police Command has charged eight suspects to court for the abduction of over 20 passengers and two Nigerian Railway Corporation staff on January 7, 2023, following an attack by gunmen on the Igueben Train Station in Edo Central, The PUNCH reports.The police on Wednesday said two village chiefs and five others were arrested in connection with the crime, while revealing that all the victims had been rescued.In a court document exclusively obtained by our correspondent, the police charged the suspects; Ibadin Hamilton, Ighoko Odion, Okojie Ewa, Okie…

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Tinubu’s campaign director, Najatu Muhammad dumps APC

The All Progressive Congress (APC) Director of the Civil Society of the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), Najatu Muhammad has left the party ahead of the general elections. Muhammad made this known in a statement issued on Saturday, adding that her decision was hinged on “much reflection and careful consideration.” She further said she quit partisan politics and APC because Nigeria’s political parties are devoid of ideological differences. The statement read, “After much reflection and careful consideration, I have decided to part ways with party politics. I have come to the…

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Peter Obi and the Road to Chatham House

By Valentine Obienyem Chatham House in Central London is a place where the best rub minds in a rarefied atmosphere. It has continued to host personalities interested in governing states, where their knowledge about policy and emerging developmental trends are gauged. This is what informs a question session even after a written speech has been delivered. As I contemplate Obi’s road to Chatham House, I remember an Igbo folk song about a crooked man, who married a crooked wife, beget crooked children and walked along crooked paths, so that everything…

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ABIA SOUTH APC INAUGURATES TOTAL BLESSING SENATORIAL CAMPAIGN COUNCIL

… my mission in politics is to serve–Dame Nwagba … it’s opportunity to vote out old order… Campaign D.G By Mandy Park The inauguration of the Campaign Council of Hon Dame Blessing Nwagba, PhD, the Abia South Senatorial Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was held on Wednesday, 11th January,  at the residence of the candidate. This is as Dame Blessing Nwagba reiterated her mission in politics, stressing that its to serve her people. The 200-member Campaign Council has Hon Sir Justice Onwumelu, the APC Abia South Zonal Chairman…

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Obi: We will Destroy Structure of Criminality, Build New Nigeria

By Mandy Park The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, has declared that his administration will destroy the structure of criminality, which he said had plunged Nigerians into poverty and enthrone good governance if elected president next month.Obi gave the assurance yesterday in Enugu, during the party’s presidential campaign rally, which was held at the Michael Okpara Square.The rally was attended by the governorship candidate of the party in the state, Chijioke Edeoga; former governor of Anambra State, Chukwuemeka Ezeife; former President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo,…

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Miracle explosion @ Chosen Mgbidi Lagos Experience Crusade

By Mandy Park Miracles and testimony galore was the order of the day at the just concluded four-day International crusade of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry, TLCCRM, the 2023 Mgbidi Lagos Experience, which took place from Thursday, January 5 to Sunday January 8, 2023. The programme which had as its theme, “What God has determined shall be done”, was attended by the Chosen faithfuls from all over the world, as well as guests and dignitaries, including religious and political leaders such as Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State who…

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At ChannelsTV Town Hall Meeting, Obi-Datti promise to birth a new Nigeria

By Omocho Kalu The Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates of the Labour Party, Peter Obi and Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmad have promised to birth a new Nigeria if elected by February 25, 2023. They assured that the country will witness  what they have never seen in leadership and governance delivery in Nigeria. Speaking at a special Town Hall meeting organized by ChannelsTV and their partners yesterday in Abuja, Obi and his Vice said they truly deserve the votes of Nigerians because of the sincerity with which they intend to approach governance…

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Nto demands apology from ex ASCETA staff over defamatory statements

By Ezekiel Njoku The Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical Arochukwu,( ASCETA), Dr Phillips Nto has demanded an apology letter from a former staff of the institution for defamatory statements against him and his office. In a letter dated January 06,2023 and signed by his lawyer, K. I. Oleh Esq of Sanctum Chambers, Dr. Phillips Nto gave the former staff, Kelvin Egesi seven days to retract  and apologize for the offensive and defamatory statements or face the legal consequences. The letter averred that Kelvin Egesi had on January…

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UNICAL suspends four students over water ritual

Vice-chancellor of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) Prof. Florence Obi has approved the suspension of four students of the institution identified in a viral video and found culpable of partaking in a water ritual on a fellow female student. The announcement of the suspension is contained in a release signed by the school’s registrar Gabriel Egbe on Saturday. Mr Egbe said that the unlawful act was carried out by the four students during the last matriculation ceremony of the institution on December 2, 2022. Egbe mentioned the affected students to…

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Show interest on matters affecting Imo, Uzodimma appeals to Elders Council

By Mandy Park IMO State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma has appealed to members of the Imo Elders Council not to ignore critical issues in the state but rather to wade into the matters affecting the progress and development of Imo, especially on insecurity. He made the plea on Friday when he met with the leadership of the State’s Elders Council. The governor urged the leadership and entire membership of the council to speak to  political detractors and the opposition in the state to interrogate their consciences over what they are…

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Davido updates marital status on Wikipedia

Singer Davido has updated his marital status on Wikipedia. This follows reports that the 30-year-old has finalized his traditional marriage rites to his partner, Chioma Rowland on Thursday, in her hometown in Ezeala Odu, Imo state. Pictures shared online show a man identified as Chioma’s dad overseeing what is known in Igboland as Umunna rites. Checks on Davido’s Wikipedia page reveal his new marital status and wife’s name. It also shows that the couple who recently lost their son Ifeanyi Adeleke got married in 2022. Ifeanyi died on October 31 after drowning…

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ASCETA reorganization: Students back Ikpeazu, Provost, warn COEASU to steer clear

…Pass vote of confidence on provost By Mandy Park Students to of Abia State College of Education (Technical), Arochukwu have expressed support for Gov Okezie Victor Ikpeazu and the management  on  the going reorganization in the institution.  They subsequently frowned at what they described as interference in  the affairs of the college by the national body of College of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU). In  a press conference addressed by the leadership of the students’ Union Government, they warned COEASU to desist from meddling in the internal affairs of ASCETA,…

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Things Looking Up For Imo State In 2023 says Gov. Uzodimma

By Mandy Park Imo State governor, Hope Uzodimma has assured Imo indigenes that 2023 will be far better than 2022 given his determination to complete critical road infrastructure his administration initiated in the year that just ended. Specifically, Uzodimma said that the Owerri-Umuahia road, the Orlu- Mgbee- Akokwa-Uga road and the Oguta- Okporo-Orlu road will all be completed in good time this year and with the already completed Owerri-Orlu and Owerri-Okigwe signature roads, Imo can never be the same again in terms of road network. He said what his administration…

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Tribute: Exit of my centurion mother

‘At 102 years, death was expected; but as my mother, I wept. I cried not because I will not see her again; but the love we shared.’ By Valentine Amanze On September 10, 2022, the trumpet blasted; the sound filled the air; calls rang down the battery of my handphone, announcing the passing away of my beloved mother, Ezinne Felicia Nwanyimma Amanze, in Oboama Ezinihitte Mbaise, Imo State. At 102 years, death was expected; but as my mother, I wept. I cried not because I will not see her again;…

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Total Blessing Foundation puts smile on widows, nursing mothers, others 

By Mandy Park  Total Blessing Foundation’s yesterday, Wednesday, 4 January, held her Christmas and New Year Program for the Widows and Nursing Mothers. The non-governmental and need-meeting foundation which has been in existence for over 10 year’s distributed an avalanche of gifts ranging from wrappers, beans, rice , garri, indomie, baby bath-set, baby walker, baby bag, mats , nets , clothes , nets etc made available to attendees. The occasion is a yearly event by the foundation, a philanthropy platform, through which Hon. Dame Blessing Nwagba PHD, reaches out to…

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Brazil says final farewell to ‘King’ Pele

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, led the tributes on Tuesday as Brazil said its final farewell to football legend Pele, widely regarded as the greatest player of all time. A flood of fans, politicians and football dignitaries have flocked to pay their respects to the player known as “The King” in the southeastern city of Santos, home to the club where he spent most of his storied career. Santos FC said more than 230,000 people had attended his 24-hour wake in the Vila Belmiro stadium, where a steady stream…

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Egesi: The trashing of a drowning man

By Uche Okoroafor It is inconceivable that a man with low IQ, low depth of knowledge and bereft of comprehension of basic grammar and usage of the English language which is the official communication medium in our schools  was ever allowed to darken the four walls of an institution of higher learning like Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu,(ASCETA). But those who sought to help KELVIN EGESI by elevating him from a mere clerk to lecturer may not have known that one cannot give what one lacks. They failed…

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Tinubu in Kano, assures Muslim leaders of fair leadership to all Nigerians

Presidential candidate All Progressives Congress (APC) Bola Tinubu has assured Muslim leaders in the country that he will offer fair and just leadership to all Nigerians if elected president. He gave the assurance in a town hall meeting with Muslim leaders from the North West zone in Kano on Tuesday. The APC candidate urged the religious leaders to ensure that they preach unity and harmony among their followers rather than division and disunity, saying that is the only way the nation could experience development. He said: “Religious leaders like you…

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Obi’s endorsement: I wasn’t mocking Atiku – Wike

Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has denied mocking the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar over Olusegun Obasanjo’s endorsement of the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi. Wike said his comments about Obi’s endorsement by Obasanjo instead of Atiku were borne out of concern. The governor made the comments while flagging off a new road project in Obio Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State on Tuesday. Wike said he had initially “prayed” that Obasanjo remains quiet because anything contrary will affect the PDP.…

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Tinubu will not betray Northerners, he is fit to rule – Gov Badaru

The Jigawa State Governor, Muhammadu Badaru Abubakar, has debunked allegations that the APC Presidential candidate, Ahmad Bola Tinubu would be a Southern President if he wins the elections. He claimed that the presidential candidate’s past indicate he is not a betrayer. Abubakar who spoke in Kano during an APC Presidential Candidate meeting with the Muslim Ullama’s from Northwestern Nigeria, on Tuesday said, all Bola antecedents, clearly vindicate him as a non-ethnic and religious bigot”. The Jigawa State Governor added that everything Bola Tinubu has done in his presidential aspiration, he…

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BREAKING: Clark endorses Peter Obi for President

…Says Obi’s move to Restructure the Country will bring Unity By Mandy Park FORMER  Federal Commissioner for Information and the Leader of Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Chief Edwin Clark has endorsed the Presidential Candidate of Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi as his  candidate for February Presidential election. Clark while addressing Journalists at his Asokoro Residence, Abuja said that with Obi as President, Nigeria will unite the country with his move to restructure the country. According to Clark, one who must be the next President of the country must be…

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661,783 PVCs remain uncollected in Edo

It is about 53 days to the Presidential and National Assembly elections in Nigeria. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Edo State said 661,783 old and new Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) were yet to be collected in the state as at 32 December 2022. The Head, Voter Education and Publicity of INEC in Edo State, Timidi Wariowie, made this known in its PVC daily report analysis made available to reporters on Monday in Benin. Mr Wariowei said that of the figure, 409,832 were old uncollected PVCs while 251,951 were new…

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Doctor shot dead Inside Delta Hospital

A Medical Doctor identified as Dr. Uyi Iluobe, has been shot dead in a hospital in Delta state. Iluobe was murdered at his privately-owned hospital (Olive clinic) in the town of Oghara-eki. He was said to have been killed by relatives of a patient who died from a gunshot wound in the hospital. The incident happened on December 31, 2022 while everyone was busy with end of year preparations. Reacting to the incident, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) urged the National Assembly to criminalize violence against healthcare workers in the…

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Burna Boy apologises to Lagos fans for late performance

Grammy awards winner Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has apologised to his fans for showing up late at his concert in Lagos. The singer’s concert themed ‘Lagos Loves Damini’ was booked to start at 7pm on Sunday, January 1 started around 3am on Monday, January 2. On getting on the stage, Burna Boy mocked his fans accusing them of labeling him a murderer after a shooting incident between himself and a newly wed couple at Obi Cubana’s club in Lagos last year. He also cursed at them…

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G5 govs: Tinubu’s contradictory political past hunting him – Atiku

…says denying talks with G-5 governors an afterthought The Special Assistant, Public Communication to the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, Mr Phrank Shaibu, has said the Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu is being hunted by his treacherous political past in his desperation for power. Shaibu said this in Abuja, on Sunday. He explained that the belated denial of an alleged meeting/ agreement with Governor Nyesom Wike led G-5 PDP Governors to trade off APC candidates in exchange for their support “is…

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PRESIDENCY 2023: Obasanjo Reveals Anointed Candidate

The elder statesman made this known in a new year message titled “My appeal to all Nigerians particularly Young Nigerians.” Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed his preferred candidate for the 2023 presidential election. Obasanjo endorsed Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party. The elder statesman made this known in a new year message titled “My appeal to all Nigerians particularly Young Nigerians.” He noted that none of the presidential candidates is a saint, but when compared in terms of knowledge, discipline and what they can offer, Obi…

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Insecurity, Unemployment threat to peace,  national unity – Anglican Primate

By Mandy Park The Primate, Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Reverend Henry Ndukuba, has lamented the high cost of living, insecurity and huge number of unemployed youths, explaining that they posed a major threat to peace and national unity. He therefore called for more political will to address the various challenges in the country. In his new year message at the Cathedral Church of the Advent Life Camp, Abuja, Ndukuba said that the current challenges were biting hard on citizens. He however, believed that with the intervention of God,…

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Thugs attack Tambuwal’s convoy in Sokoto

Hoodlums on Sunday have attacked the convoy of Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal. It was gathered that the incident occurred on Sunday when Tambuwal and other government officials were returning from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) statewide electioneering campaign in Silame and Wamakko Local Government Areas of Sokoto State. A source who spoke under condition of anonymity revealed that the assailants threw stones at the moving vehicles in the convoy, striking the front windscreen of the governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity’s SUV. He added that the stones also…

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2023: With Nigerians support, victory is ours – Peter Obi

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi has expressed confidence in Nigerians, saying with their support, victory is certain for his party in the 2023 presidential election. Obi made this assertion in a New Year message he delivered on Sunday. He said, “I send my warmest greetings to you. As we celebrate the new year, I pray that you achieve the goals you have set for the year,  build fruitful relationships, and create memories of joy, love and peace.  “Today, I hope you take some time to slow…

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Peter Obi can’t fix Nigeria alone – Aisha Yesufu

Activist Aisha Yesufu has declared that presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) Peter Obi cannot fix Nigeria alone. The 49-year-old made the statement in a Twitter post on Sunday. “Peter Obi is not going to fix Nigeria alone. Vote competent people into the National Assembly,” she tweeted. Speaking further in a YouTube video released shortly before the tweet, Mrs. Yesufu said Nigerians should not expect positive results if they vote Mr. Obi for president and elect “selfish politicians” as lawmakers. According to her, the people should vote for competence,…

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Former Pope Benedict dies at 95

By Mandy Park Former Pope Benedict XVI has died at his Vatican residence, aged 95, almost a decade after he stood down because of ailing health. He led the Catholic Church for less than eight years until, in 2013, he became the first Pope to resign since Gregory XII in 1415. Benedict spent his final years at the Mater Ecclesiae monastery within the walls of the Vatican. His successor Pope Francis said he had visited him there frequently. The Vatican said in a statement: “With sorrow, I inform you that…

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Sack of staff: Do your worse as you can’t teach Ikpeazu his job, ASCETA dares COEASU

Mandy Park The Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu has described as provocative, confrontational and political blackmail the purported directive by the Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union( COEASU)to Gov Okezie Ikpeazu to call its provost to order. It said it was disrespectful for the leadership of COEASU to demand Ikpeazu to call the provost,Dr Phillips Nto over the sack of Kelvin Egesi ,a former staff of the college. In a statement issued by the Registrar of ASCETA,Mr Ikechukwu Odemenam , the college faulted COEASU for its derogatory remarks…

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GOV Okezie Ikpeazu, Nto deserve commendation on ASCETA giant stride—Amaju Augustine

…urges Ikpeazu to approve NCCE salary structure By Mandy Park Lecturer and researcher, Amaju Augustine has lauded the immense contributions of Abia State governor Dr Okezie Ikpeazu and the Provost of Abia State College of Education Technical Arochukwu (ASCETA) on the massive development recorded in the institution.But Augustine wants governor Ikpeazu to approve the NCCE salary structure which is implemented in other institutions of same status.He said the governor has tackled the myriad of problems facing the college, stressing that he is God sent.Said Augustine “Truth must be told in…

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Osuntokun, Replaces Okupe As New LP Campaign D-G

Mandy Park Comrade Akin Osuntokun, a former managing director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), was on Tuesday announced as the new Labour Party’s (LP) organisation director-general. He replaced Dr. Doyin Okupe, the former director-general of the campaign organisation, who resigned after he was convicted over money laundering charges. Spokesperson of the campaign organisation,, Diran Onifade in a statement on Tuesday, described Osuntokun as a “strategist”. Said Onifade: “The Obi-Baba Ahmed Campaign Organisation has appointed Balogun Akin Osuntokun as the new Director-General of the campaign organisation. He succeeds Dr.…

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Campaign of calumny against ASCETA provost sponsored, laughable Says Comrade Okoroafor

Victoria Chukwuma Activist, critic and public commentator, Comrade Uche Okoroafor has said that the sustained campaign to tarnish the reputation of the Provost of Abia State College of Education Technical Arochukwu (ASCETA) Dr. Philips Nto by Kelvin Egesi, a sacked staff of the institution was laughable and a show of shame on Egesi’s crisis of credibility.He said that Dr. Nto has no equal given his laudable commitment in repositioning the institution, notingEgesiand his cabal of mischief makers were after the Provost because of the laudable innovations he has brought which…

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2023: Driving force behind Obi-Datti Popularity —Peter Okoye

By Mandy Park The pain of millions of Nigerians affected by the nation’s economic reality, is the force behind the massive popularity of the Labour Party presidential candidate, Sir Peter Obi. This was revealation made by Peter Okoye of the P-Square music fame who took to his Twitter handle,, yesterday Tuesday December 27, to drum support for Obi. The Obidient movement, he said, was no longer about the former Anambra State governor, but about rescuing the country from the hands of political vultures. Okoye Posted : “The Power behind @PeterObi…

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Imo in Diaspora, youths laud Uzodimma on security, infrastructure

By Mandy Park Some indigenes of Imo State who returned for the Christmas celebration have expressed joy with the level of security in the state as opposed to stories they were fed while abroad concerning the state. Under the aegis of Ala Imo Foundation, they also lauded Governor Hope Uzodimma for the  massive road construction projects in the state. Leader of the group, Success Akajiaku, told newsmen in Owerri that they were greatly impressed with what they have seen so far “From the airport to this point, we observed everybody…

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ASCETA: Why Egesi and the cabal are after the Provost

By Uche Okoroafor It is a settled matter in law that he who has the power to hire also has the power to fire, the circumstances notwithstanding. It is also settled matter in nature that you cannot give what you don’t have. But what is not settled is when a lecturer at the nadir of his career suddenly wants to become the head of the institution with only greed,envy and hatred as his main qualifications. What is also not settled is when that lowly rated lecturer, converted from an ordinary…

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How policeman killed my wife on Christmas Day – Bolanle Raheem’s husband

Gbenga Raheem, husband of the lawyer fatally shot by one Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Drambi Vandi in the Ajah area on Lagos State on Christmas Day has narrated how the tragedy happened. Bolanle Raheem was 41 years old and seven-month pregnant when she was killed by the policeman. ASP Vandi, who was attached to the Ajiwe Police Station, Ajah, Lagos State, was said to have spent 33 years in the police force. Mr Raheem spoke when sympathisers visited the family in the Ajah area of Lagos State on Boxing…

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Buhari delivers last Christmas message as president

President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday assured Nigerians that those who sought to violently disrupt the peace of Nigeria had lost the battle, saying better dawn awaited Nigeria in 2023 and beyond. The president stated this in his 2022 Christmas message describing the celebration as unique. “Let the peace and joy that pervade this period continue well into the new year up to the elections in February and beyond. “I want to assure Nigerians that those who seek to violently disrupt the peace of our nation have lost the battle. “Our…

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Mr Macaroni reacts to killing of Lagos lawyer Bolanle Raheem by police on Christmas Day

Comedian Mr Macaroni has reacted to the killing of Lagos lawyer Bolanle Raheem by an assistant superintendent of police (ASP) in Lagos on Christmas day. Mrs. Raheem was in a vehicle with members of her family when the suspect fatally shot her. In a Twitter post on Boxing Day, Mr Macaroni described the killing as barbaric and demanded that those responsible must pay. He wrote “A Nigerian Police Officer from Ajiwe division shot and killed Bolanle Raheem on Xmas day. It is from this same division an Officer killed Gafaru…

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Policeman shoots, kills female lawyer Bolanle Raheem in Lagos

An unnamed assistant superintendent of police (ASP) has fatally shot a female lawyer Bolanle Raheem in the Ajah area of Lagos. The incident happened on Sunday, causing pandemonium just as people were going about celebrating Christmas.  The police officer, who was with a team of other policemen, fled the scene. He was, however, caught and detained by the police. Mrs. Raheem was in a vehicle with members of her family when the suspect shot at them. A bullet was said to have hit the victim who was rushed to a…

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You Can’t Be NCP Chair, LP Spokesperson Same Time, Resign, Omoragbon tells Tanko

By Mandy Park Comrade Yunusa Salisu Tanko, Chairman, National Conscience Party (NCP) has been condemned for retaining the position, even as he took up another appointment as the spokesperson for the Labour Party (LP).  Pastor Peters Omoragbon, National Deputy Chairman, South-South NCP raised the issue in a press release made available to journalists. While congratulating Tanko on his new appointment as the spokesperson for the Labour Party, Omoragbon said that members of the party were worried by the silence and inability of Tanko to tender a letter of resignation as…

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Sen. Rilwan Soji Akanbi Commiserates With Family Of Late Max Air Boss

… says late Mangal was loyal, focused Mandy Park Chairman and CEO of Dynasty Airlines Senator Rilwan Soji Akanbi has described the Late Vice Chairman and CEO of Max Air Ltd. Alhaji Bashir Mangal, as a loyal, focused and committed individual whose loss is overwhelming. Akanbi made this known while speaking to newsmen on the passing away of the Max Airlines boss at his Ibadan residence.. Speaking further, Senator Akanbi revealed how his path crossed with the Late Alhaji Bashir Mangal: Akanbi recalled that ” About 12 years ago, as…

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Remain Hopeful For a Better Nigeria— Peter Obi

…urges Nigerians to give only competent leaders access to power. Omocho Kalu Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful for a better nation, especially as they prepare to take back their nation, for good, come 2023.This is as he asked Nigerians to give only competent leaders access to political offices.Obi made the call while delivering his 2022 Christmas Message to Nigerians.He explained that celebration of Christmas birthed hope in the world, while urging Nigerians to hold unto that firm hope for…

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Prof Greg Ibe: I’ll give equal treatment to all geographical divides in Abia State

…says, I am the only one with a proven record of having invested in the state … Aba, now a shadow of its glorious past By Mandy Park Professor Gregory Ikechukwu Ibe, founder and chancellor of Gregory University in Uturu, Okigwe, and the APGA gubernatorial candidate for Abia State is a solid contender in the governorship race. In this encounter with newsmen, the erudite scholar explains his mission in Abia politics, why he wants to be governor, and what he intends to achieve among others. Excerpt Why did you leave…

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Imo CP dismisses 7 officers over extortion

By Mandy Park The Imo State Police Command has dismissed seven officers for extorting members of the public. The state Police Commissioner, Mohammed Barde, made the disclosure to journalists in Owerri, yesterday, revealing that the officers have been charged to court. Barde Said“Sequel to the inundation of the office of the Commissioner of Police with series of reports/complaints by members of the public on police brutality, harassments, extortion, illegal checking of phones and flagrant disobedience to the Inspector-General of Police directives, the Imo State Police Command has dismissed and charged…

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ASCETA reorganizing for efficiency— management

…says close to N1bn available for academic improvement Mandy Park The Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu, has explained that the current reorganization in the college is aimed at repositioning the institution for greater efficiency. It also clarified that the exercise is not targeted at any individual or groups as being insinuated by some online media. In a statement signed by the Registrar of the college,Mr Ikechukwu Odoemelam, ASCETA made it clear that the reorganizatiion which started about two years ago is still ongoing. He noted that the first…

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Asake pays tribute to victims of UK concert crush at Lagos show

Singer Asake has paid an emotional tribute to those who died and others injured during a stampede at his concert in London. Lambeth Police confirmed that many people were seriously injured and some have been hospitalised after a large crowd tried to get into Brixton O2 Academy without tickets to watch Asake perform. Two women, Rebecca Ikumelo aged 33 and Gabriella Hutchinson, a 23-year-old female security guard died following the injuries she sustained from the stampede. During his performance at the Flytime concert in Lagos on Thursday, Asake paused the…

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Olamide, Poco Lee didn’t make me famous – Portable

Music artiste Habeeb Okikiola popularly known as Portable has dismissed claims attributing his fame to rapper Olamide and dancer Poco Lee. Poco Lee is believed to have brought Portable to limelight after introducing him to Olamide. Portable had his big break after featuring Olamide and Poco Lee in his 2021 street hop song ‘Zazoo Zeh’. However, in a recent interview, the singer argued that he was already famous for his songs before meeting Olamide. “Nobody linked me. If your time [for fame] is due, everybody DMs you. Nobody made me…

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Basketmouth’s marriage crashes after 12 years

Comedian-actor Bright Okpocha popularly known as Basketmouth has announced the end of 12-year-old to Elsie. The comedian shared the shocking news in a statement on his social media accounts on Thursday. The 44-year-old said the couple decided to end their marriage after much deliberations but will continue to work together for the sake of their children. “As much as it pains me to bring my personal life to the public space, this is an unavoidable situation. After much deliberations, my wife and have made the difficult decision to end our…

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Osinbajo visits Tinubu in Abuja

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Wednesday, December 21 visited the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, and his running mate Kashim Shettima in Abuja. Laolu Akande, the spokesperson for Osinbajo, disclosed this via Twitter with photos of the duo. “Vice President Yemi Osinbajo stopped by for a friendly visit at the Abuja residence of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu just now,” the tweet read. He also revealed that the meeting was not a political one. “At the meeting, VP & Asiwaju exchanged pleasantries in the spirit of the…

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CAPPA, stakeholders, urge FG to stand firm on proposed increase of SSB tax

By Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) and the Sugar Sweetened Beverages Tax Coalition, have advised the federal government to stand firm in defending the health of the country by enacting the proposed N20/liter tax for Sugar Sweetened Beverages (SSB) into law, without further delay. SSB’s include non-alcoholic beverages we popularly refer to as soft drinks (i.e. cola, sodas), juices, nectars, sugar cane juice, malt drinks, sweetened coffee, energy drinks, sports drinks, flavoured and diary drinks etc. The Executive Director, CAPPA, Akinbode Oluwafemi and other stakeholders…

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2023: I’m ready to fully campaign for Tinubu, others, says Buhari

… promises party will win all the elections fairly and squarely. By Mandy Park President Muhammadu Buhari has assured the All Progressives Congress, APC, and its candidates of his readiness to aggressively campaign for the party’s presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu. Buhari said he’s fully ready to campaign for Tinubu with his “full energy and conviction.” The President made the promise while dispelling concerns that he has not been fully involved in campaigns since the national launch in Jos, Plateau State. Buhari stressed that while he remained committed to party politics,…

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Tinubu promises to eliminate those terrorizing Kaduna if elected president

By Mandy Park Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has vowed to eliminate all those behind the insecurity in Kaduna State if voted as president. Tinubu made the pledge during the flag-off of the North West presidential campaign held in Kaduna. Said Tinubu “Insha Allah, all those trouble makers: violent kidnappers, killers, all trouble makers who are disturbing the security of Kaduna, I assure you we will eliminate them,”Tinubu told thousands of supporters who thronged the Ahmadu Bello Stadium, the venue of the rally that…

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Gov. Uzodimma presents N475bn budget of ‘wealth expansion’ for 2023

…The lawmakers unanimously promised to give the budget accelerated attention to ensure it is passed on time so that the governor can start implementation immediately in the interest of the people of Imo State. By Mandy Park Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, yesterday, presented a 2023 budget of approximately N475 billion to the State House of Assembly, reiterating that his administration will continue to vigorously pursue policies and projects that will create wealth and impact positively on the lives of ordinary people. After the presentation, members of the House of…

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Nigerian masses have lost electoral focus—Umma Getso, former VP candidate YPP

…says younger generation should get Nigeria back in 2023 Umma Getso, the vibrant political activist was the former Vice-Presidential candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) in 2019. In this engaging chat, she speaks on 2023 elections, presidential candidates, security challenge, the fears and what Nigerians should look out for, among other national issues. Excerpt What is your take on the conversations so far by the different presidential candidates in terms of issue-based campaign? Are you satisfied? Infact, lets be honest, the way our Nigerian politics is going, I am…

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Doyin Okupe’s conviction cannot demoralize me – Peter Obi

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi has said that the conviction of his campaign Director General, Doyin Okupe cannot break his resolve to be Nigeria’s president come 2023. Obi stated this on Monday during an interactive session with journalists in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital saying that he is undaunted by the conviction Okupe over alleged money laundering. According to Obi: “I am hearing about it (the conviction) just like you. I am still studying what is coming out of the courts and everything. I believe in the…

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Jumoke Cares Foundation delights Lagos kids with Christmas food, clothes, toys, others

By Mandy Park A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Jumoke Cares Foundation, has in line with its over 12-year tradition, donated food, clothes, toys and other items to less-privileged children of Agbado and its environs within the Alimosho Council Area of Lagos State.   The founder, Jumoke Kolawole, said that the gesture was to make the kids happier every Yuletide and beyond, recalling that she used to be disturbed about what to wear during Christmas going by her humble background.  Speaking earlier to journalists, Jumoke said: “Since 2021, Jumoke Cares Foundation (sister…

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Tinubu woos organised labour 

…promises good fiscal policies By Mandy Park The Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has pleaded with the organised labour to pitch tent with him in the 2023 election, promising better fiscal and monetary policies. He also reminded them during a Townhall meeting in Abuja, yesterday, Monday  19th December, that he has an outstanding track record for good governance and was most qualified to lead Nigeria among the presidential candidates running for the office. Tinubu said his antecedents as former Lagos State governor, during which…

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NAFDAC, CAPPA, Advocates raise concern on health implications of trans-fatty consumption

…call for effective regulation …seek gazetting Fats, Oils Regulations 2022 By Mandy Park   The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) and other stakeholders have raised serious concern on the global health implications of transfat foods and oils. This is as they called for effective regulation and the need for effort at all levels in the value food chain to reduce the transfat effects. Particularly, they want the Fats, Oils Regulations 2022, gazetted. The stakeholders were speaking at an SME-MEDIA…

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Gunmen Burn Imo High Court, ‘Files Destroyed’

By Mandy Park Gunmen in the wee hours of Saturday attacked and set ablaze the high court in Orlu LGA of Imo state. The gunmen were said to have attacked the complex which houses a magistrate court and the high court on the fateful day. Files were reportedly destroyed in the incident, but it is not yet clear if there were casualties. Michael Abattam, Imo State police Command spokesperson, did not respond to calls or messages when contacted to comment on the incident. The development came four years after a…

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Gov. Uzodimma faults building collapse on poor engineering quality

By Mandy Park Imo State, Governor Hope Uzodimma, has blamed frequent building collapses in Nigeria on poor engineering quality. As a result,he advocated that members of the Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE) should be allowed to discharge their duties like other professionals. The governor spoke, when he received the president and top executive members of NSE in Nigeria, on Friday, who paid him a courtesy call at Government House, Owerri. Said Uzodimma “The innocent lives we lose every time there is building collapse could be avoided if engineers were allowed…

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Paul Okoye slams trolls calling new lover ‘ugly’

Singer Paul Okoye has revealed the faces of those criticizing his relationship with Ivy Ifeoma and calling her ‘ugly’. The 40-year-old confirmed their relationship in an Instagram post on Tuesday, with many condemning the his new found love. Paul Okoye also buzzed the internet when he made another post with the caption “one year anniversary” on his Instagram account with many believing that he was celebrating one year of his relationship with Ivy. Responding to the criticism in an Instagram post on Thursday, Paul posted photos of those calling Ifeoma…

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Bimbo Ademoye opens up on battle with depression

Actress Bimbo Ademoye has revealed that she once battled with depression. The Anikulapo actress disclosed this in an Instagram post on Wednesday while mourning American DJ Stephen ‘Twitch’ Boss. Stephen who was the official DJ on Ellen DeGeneres Show died on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at a motel in the Encino area of Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner, Twitch died by suicide after battling depression. While mourning the deceased, Bimbo Ademoye revealed that she also battled depression. She wrote: “This one hurt. He was so full of…

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Simon Ekpa working for unknown people – Nnamdi Kanu’s brother

Emmanuel Kanu, younger brother of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Nnamdi Kanu, has accused Simon Ekpa of behaving like a paid agent. Mr Ekpa, a self-acclaimed IPOB leader who is reportedly based in Finland, declared a five-day sit-at-home in the south-east from December 9 to 14. His declaration caused commotion in the region and resulted in the death of several persons including the brother of actor Osita Iheme. Condemning the order, Kanu said, “Whatever has happened was completely wrong. There was no order issued by the…

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BREAKING: Nigeria’s ambassador to Spain Ademola Seriki is dead

Nigeria’s ambassador to Spain Ademola Seriki has died in the Spanish capital of Madrid at the age of 63. In a statement signed by his children, the former minister passed on “surrounded by his family” on Thursday, December 15. The statement read, “It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude to Almighty Allah that we announce the loss of our much-loved and admired patriarch, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, His Excellency, Ambassador Demola Seriki, on December 15, 2022. “He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Madrid,…

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Funke Akindele finally reveals reason for separation from husband JJC Skillz

Actress Funke Akindele has finally revealed why her marriage to rapper and filmmaker JJC Skillz ended. The actress who recently premiered her latest film Battle on Buka Street spoke in an interview with Legit.ng published on Wednesday, where she explained why her second marriage ended. According to the 45-year-old, their vision and dreams of how the marriage should work stopped aligning and efforts to work towards restoring the relationship failed. She said: “Well, the truth is our dreams and vision of what our marriage should be just no longer aligned. And efforts to…

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Labour Party, disowns  embattled Spokesperson, Abayomi Arabambi 

…Reaffirms confidence in the Leadership of Abure’,  National Chairman By Mandy Park Labour Party (LP), has disowned the party’s national publicity secretary,  Abayomi Arabambi, citing anti-party activities. This is as the party passed a vote of confidence on Barrister, Julius Abure’ the national chairman and his team. In a statement made available to journalists in Lagos, signed by Chief Sam OKPALA Secretary,  Labour Party, Lagos State , the party frowned at what it described as “malicious pronouncements” from Arabambi against the party, warning him that “enough is enough of his…

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Peter Obi postpones Ekiti, Ondo presidential rallies

Presidential candidate of the Labour Party Peter Obi has postponed his campaign rallies scheduled to hold in Ekiti and Ondo. The party said in a brief statement on Wednesday that the postponement was unavoidable due to unusual circumstances beyond its control. The party, however, promised to announce new dates for its rally in the states. The statement read, “Due to some unavoidable and unusual circumstances beyond control, our earlier scheduled presidential campaign rally in Ekiti and Ondo for 15th and 16th December 2023 are hereby postponed. A new date will…

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Rufai Oseni reacts to calls for sack after Arise TV clash with Onanuga, Alake

Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni has laughed off calls for his sack following a clash between his employer and spokespersons for the Tinubu-Shettima presidential campaign council, Dele Alake and Bayo Onanuga. In a recent statement, the board and editors of ThisDay and Arise TV accused Alake and Onanuga of trying to bully the media. The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress Bola Tinubu has refused to attend debates organised by Arise TV and other media outfits in Nigeria. Publisher and chairman of Arise TV and ThisDay Nduka Obaigbena is…

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Nigeria facing many challenges; I’ve done my best — Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria’s size and population are contributory factors in many challenges facing the country, but in many areas, his administration is trying. The Nigerian leader equally said youths are Nigeria’s promise for a better future and solving their problems is the priority of his government. Malam Garba Shehu, the president’s spokesman in a statement on Tuesday said the Nigerian leader stated this while welcoming the Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Forum, Sheikh Al-Mahfoudh Bin Bayyah and his deputy, Pastor Bob Roberts of the US who visited…

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Nigerian Dancer, Poco Lee Shows Off Kung Fu Skills While Fighting With Some Nigerian Police (Watch Video)

Popular Nigerian dancer, hypeman and brand influencer, Iweh Pascal Odinaka better known as Poco Lee was involved in an argument with members of the Nigeria Police Force. Poco Lee was driving his Mercedes Benz late at night when he was stopped by a squad of police officers in Lagos state, causing a disturbance. He made an attempt to settle things with the policemen but they did not appear to be listening to him, as seen in a video that has gone viral on the internet. It was reported that the incident happened few days back, and…

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2023: I’ll Be Equitable and Just  to All Nigerians as President – Asiwaju Tinubu 

…BAT,  Best Man for The Job – Senator Soji Akanbi reaffirms By Mandy Park Following his massive engagements with religious groups and leaders in the country, the Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, again, on Sunday spoke, on his plans to retool the economy of the country for the benefit of all citizens. Tinubu, speaking at a Town Hall meeting with Muslim Leaders from South West in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, also commended religious leaders in the country for their continued prayers and sermons,…

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Nigeria Music House: Pretty Okafor Threatens Life Of Uzo Chikere, beats-onit Publisher Over News Story

…I will give Uzor Chikere trouble till he enters grave–Pretty Okafor Omocho Kalu The life of Mr. Uzo Chikere, publisher cum Editor-in-Chief of www.beats-onit.com, an online news platform, has come under grievious threat as  Pretty Okafor, who parades himself as President of the Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN) has vowed  to “deal mercilessly” with him. Pretty is irked owing to a news story published in the Journalist’s online news platform concerning the unclear circumstances surrounding the purported acquisition of a property now called PMAN Nigerian Music House, situated at…

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Atiku’s convoy nearly killed me in Abuja – Onanuga

Director of media and publicity of the All Progressives Congress presidential campaign council Bayo Onanuga has alleged that his car was on Sunday night hit by a vehicle in the convoy of the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, in Abuja. Onanuga stated this in a lengthy post on Facebook. He said, “I had a close shave with death on Sunday night in Abuja as I was returning home at about 9pm after a visit to Senator Tokunbo Afikuyomi. I was driving on the first lane of…

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Catholic Bishop, cautions on attempts to derail Uzodimma’s road projects

…urges Imolites to support the Gov. By Mandy Park Catholic Bishop of Okigwe Diocese, Most Rev Solomon Amatu, on Sunday, 11, condemned the attack on the construction company working on Owerri- Umuahia road, and Owerri-Okigwe roads that led to the killing of their security personnel. This is as he called on Ndi-Imo, to support their governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, who he said is providing leadership to the benefits of the people. He wondered why those behind the dasterdly  attacks want to stop the good works governor Uzodimma is doing in…

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Tems, Rihanna nominated for Golden Globe Awards

Nigerian singer Tems and American pop star Rihanna have bagged their first Golden Globe nomination for their collaboration on the soundtrack for Marvel movie Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The nominees’ list was announced on social media on Monday. The singers were nominated for best original song alongside fellow song writers Ludwig Göransson and Black Panther director Ryan Coogler. Tems co-wrote the track titled ‘Lift Me Up’ with Rihanna, music producer Ludwig Göransson and movie director Ryan Coogler. The track which was released on November 4, was written as a tribute to the lead…

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As Hope Uzodimma turns 64

By Oguwike Nwachuku Today, December 12, 2022, the Governor of Imo State, Dist. Sen. Hope Uzodimma (Onwa Oyoko, Enyi Oma Mbaise, Ome Nma Ohaji), clocks 64. Congratulations Your Excellency. The goodwill messages have been pouring in like a flowing river from family, friends, well wishers, associates, et al.And the messages share one thing in common: they speak eloquently about the kind-heartedness, generosity, friendliness, brotherly disposition, unassuming and engaging personality of the man, Hope. The prayers that accompany the goodwill messages from well wishers remind us of Onwa’s shared humanity. They…

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Experts dissect Nigeria’s Energy Transition roadmap
… lacks plan for host communities — New Report

By Mandy Park Against the backdrop of Nigeria’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2060, stakeholders have given a damning verdict that it is not all-inclusive.This is as the findings of latest research also revealed that the alternatives placed before communities and non-state actors whose livelihood are dependent on fossil fuel extradition and local refineries were not given priority attention.Recall that at the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, President Muhammadu Buhari pledged Nigeria’s commitment to phase out fossil fuel as a major energy source by 2060 as to…

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Davido Lands In Qatar For World Cup Concert

By Mandy Park Latest news report revealed that Davido, Nigerian music sensation has arrived Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup concert just as he promised that he was set to perform at the closing ceremony of the tournament. A video has been shared online showing the musician stepping down from his private plane while carrying a blanket that features the face of his deceased son, Ifeanyi Adeleke. Stephen Hung, a businessman from Hong Kong, previously confirmed Davido’s participation in the closing ceremony of the tournament on his official Instagram…

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Abayomi Arabambi, LP, Acting Pub. Sec, Out

By Mandy Park Abayomi Arabambi, Acting National Publicity Secretary, Labour Party has been relieved of the office.A communique made available to Nigerianewsmark signed by Alhaji Umar FaroukNational Secretary noted that disciplinary committee has been set up the investigate his alleged anti-party conduct.The statement reads in part ” The NWC held its meeting today 9th December 2022. The following resolution was adopted. ”The Ag. National publicity secretary, Abayomi Arabambi has being relieved of his office by the NWC having completed his appointment which was in acting capacity. ”Disciplinary Committee has been…

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Presidential debate should not dwell on irrelevant issues—Sen  Soji Akanbi,

…says Tinubu best choice for the job By Mandy Park Former Senator Soji Akanbi represented Oyo South federal constituency at the Senate Chambers. He has also represented his constituency in the House of Representatives and is known to be a strong voice. Senator Akanbi is the Chairman of, Committee on Strategy and Policy (TSGCC), Member, Committee on Election Planning and Monitoring (PCC) and the initiator, Coalition Movement for Bola Ahmed Tinubu (COmBAT). The former lawmaker, speaks on 2023 elections and challenges ahead, why the Presidential candidate of the All Progressives…

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[VIDEO] Davido set to perform at the closing of the 2022 World cup in Qatar

Nigerian singer Davido is returning to the stage in full force to perform at the closing ceremony of the 2022 world cup in Qatar. Honk Kong business man Stephen Hung  gave the tip out in excitement via a post he shared on his official Instagram page on Thursday Dec 8 2022. While sharing a picture of Davido, he wrote so happy my bro @davido confirmed he will be performing at the world cup Qatar closing ceremony. Can’t wait to see him there. Davido according to information gathered by Nigeria News…

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Mercy Johnson joins Bola Tinubu women’s rally in Lagos

Actress Mercy Johnson has joined Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and others in the women’s rally for All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential candidate Bola Tinubu. Mercy who was named in APC women presidential campaign council on October 1, shared photos from the rally in an Instagram post on Wednesday. In the photos, the actress could be seen with the governor and other APC women leaders in the Southwest. Captioning the photo, Mercy noted that as a woman and wife to an APC candidate, she is confident that the party’s plan…

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Labour Party Responds To Atiku’s Endorsement By Northern Leaders Consultative Forum … says it’s elitist endorsement

By Mandy Park Spokesperson for the Labour Party Presidential Campaign, Dr. Tanko Yunusa has responded to the Northern Leaders Consultative Forum, led by the Dogara Group for endorsing Atiku for President. The party said the endorsement does not reflect the majority view of the North. Yunusa said, “With reference to Dogara and his political party members, they should go and do the public opinion of the Christians in the north, they will be amazed that what they had was an elitist endorsement, and you can never compare the score that…

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Asake blames show promoters for late arrival at Birmingham concert

By Mandy Park Singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has blamed the show promoters for his late arrival at a concert in Birmingham, UK. In a viral video, angry fans of the singer could be seen booing him for showing up late at the UK concert. Reacting in a Twitter post on Sunday, Asake tendered an apology to the Birmingham fans for the delay, adding that the promoters delayed his pickup time, hence his late arrival. “Birmingham I’m sorry for the delay yesterday. The promoters delayed my pick-up time…

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COP27: Loss and damage at injury time
 

By Nnimmo Bassey The recently concluded 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) at Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, went in the way of rituals and did not rise beyond the low bars set by previous editions. Well, maybe it rose above the bar in one aspect which could be considered, more or less, the brightest glimmer of hope, appearing in the extended time of the conference. For those who were keeping vigil on the deliberations, it was a roller coaster session. Hope…

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Owerri leaders vow to back Uzodimma for second term
…pass vote of confidence on his leadership

Mandy Park Owerri Zone Stakeholders have promised to back Governor Hope Uzodimma’s second term bid ahead of the November 11,2023 gubernatorial contest. They also passed a vote of confidence on his administration, as they urged him to hand over to an Owerri person after the end of his eight year tenure in 2027. The decision of the major stakeholders comprising traditional rulers, political leaders, women and youth leaders to back Governor Hope Uzodimma for a second term in 2023 was contained communiqué issued at the end of the meeting and…

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Why I want to go to the Senate–Dame Blessing Nwagba
… vows to create opportunities for the zone

Mandy Park Hon. Dr Dame Blessing Nwagba, the Abia South Senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), yesterday gave her major reason for running for the senate. The mission is simply to attract the dividends of democracy to the Senatorial Zone through quality representation. Also she promised to create great opportunities that will benefit her people. Nwagba made this disclosure while addressing her colleagues, members of Aba Sports Club 1926, when she visited to abreast them of her senatorial ambition. Nwagba, a two term Abia State House of Assembly…

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Princess rejoices as court remands Dr Femi Olaleye in prison

By Mandy Park Comedienne Damilola Adekoya, popularly known as Princess, has expressed joy over the remand of Dr Femi Olaleye in Ikoyi Correctional Centre pending the perfection of his bail. Olaleye, a medical director at Optimal Cancer Care Foundation in Lagos, is facing a two-count charge of defilement and sexual assault by penetration of his wife’s 16-year-old niece. He was arraigned by the Lagos State government on Wednesday, November 30 at the Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court, in Ikeja. The court remanded the doctor in Ikoyi Correctional Centre pending…

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Gov. Uzodimma confirms Onyegbule as D-G, IBC

By Mandy Park The Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has approved the appointment of Ms. Ify Onyegbule as the new director general of the Imo Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), with immediate effect. In a statement issued by the state Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Oguwike Nwachuku, the new director general had been a board member of the state-owned radio/ television station since 2021 before her appointment. While congratulating Onyegbule, Governor Uzodimma urged her to bring to bear in IBC her years of experience and professional competence in the broadcast industry for…

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Imo CP warns operatives against checking of phones, laptops

… cautions youths on behaviour Mandy Park Imo State Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Barde, has warned his men from illegally checking phones, laptops and tinted glasses of vehicles in the state. This is as he cautions the youths to respect the rule of law and desist from anything that would implicate them. The CP, in a statement released by the state police spokesperson, Michael Abattam, noted that the prohibition has become necessary following a series of complaints the command has received from members of the public, which he added has…

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Uzodimma lauds Buhari, flags-off distribution of relief materials to flood victims

… says Buhari’s govt has done something different from others Omocho Kalu Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has given kudos President Muhammadu Buhari for being kind-hearted, sensitive and compassionate over the pains of the ordinary Nigerian. This is as he noted further that the Buhari-led government has done something different from others. Uzodimma made the commendation on Friday during the flag-off/distribution of the relief materials approved by the Federal Government for the victims of flood disaster in Imo State. Addressing the affected persons of the flood disaster and…

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Stakeholders raise serious concern over COP27 outcome

…say loss and damage agreement meaningless if not operationalized… apprehensive of corporate capture… make case for strategic litigation Mandy Park After taking a critical review of all that transpired at the COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, environmental stakeholders and activists, gave a damning verdict that not much was achieved.They submitted that the gathering was more of a jamboree that failed below expectation towards providing solution to the numerous challenges of global warming, climate change financing, climate debt and reparations, particularly for African countries. They agreed that although there was…

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Adeleke Resumes As Osun Gov, Reviews Oyetola’s Actions, Declares No More ‘State Of Osun’

Mandy Park Decisions taken by past administrations in Osun State will be reviewed, declared Ademola Adeleke, the just sworn-in governor on Sunday. He spoke on Sunday during his inauguration as governor, in Osogbo, the capital of the state. Adeleke, who is a former senator representing Osun west, was elected governor on July 17. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, he alleged that his predecessor, Gboyega Oyetola, frustrated plans on ensuring a smooth hand-over to him. He said since July 17, Oyetola took decisions that did not follow due process and were…

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Family confirms Sammie Okposo’s death

The family of departed gospel musician Sammie Okposo have confirmed his death. Recall, the ‘Well Welu’ crooner died in the early hours of Friday. Confirming the news, a statement signed by the family’s representative, Hector Okposo, confirmed that the 51-year-old singer ‘‘slept and went to be with the Lord’’ on the morning of Friday. The statement described the late singer as a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and Minister of God. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nikki Laoye (@nikkilaoye) “More details about the burial will be…

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TMM Fingers Afreximbank of Aiding CAX IP Infringement

By Mandy Park Times Multimedia Limited (TMM) has accused Afreximbank of involvement in a copyright infringement on its Creative Africa Exchange (CAX) IP, a holistic program that consolidates the African creative and cultural industry. In a statement from the organisation, it expressed displeasure over the addition of ‘Nexus’ to the phrase ‘Creative Africa’, which the organisation claims copyright. The statement read, “Times Multimedia Limited (TMM) is appalled that Afreximbank, who merely provided funds by way of sponsorship to facilitate conceptualisation, ideation, design and execution of CREATIVE AFRICA EXCHANGE (CAX), a…

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Signature Bank: Group Hails Otti, Says Project’ll Point Way To Innovative Banking

Mandy Park Dr. Alex Otti, Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Abia State, was on Wednesday congratulated on the launch of Signature Bank. The congratulatry message was offered by Abia Freedom Alliance (AFA), an association of concerned technocrats, professionals, businessmen, religious leaders and political stakeholders in Abia State. AFA said the coming of Signature Bank from all indications would bring hope to millions of unbanked and underbanked Nigerians, as well as set the pace for innovation in the banking industry. The group added that the establishment of the bank was…

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My heart still hurts and empty 1- year after – Tony Uranta’s widow, Baarong

Mandy Park Mrs Baarong Tony-Uranta, the wife of late human rights activist Mr Tony Uranta, on Thursday said that her heart still hurts and feels empty, one year after the death of her beloved husband. Uranta, 67, died on Nov. 24, at the University of Lagos Teaching Hospital, LUTH, The late Tony Ipriye Uranta (TIU) was a member of the Federal Government’s Technical Committee on Niger Delta; Executive Secretary, Pan-Niger Delta Forum, Executive Secretary, United Niger Delta Energy Development Security Strategy, UNDEDSS, Executive Secretary of the Nigeria National Summit Group…

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Man needs N25m for kidney transplant

By Bianca iboma -Emefu For 46-year-old entrepreneur, Egbinola Oluyinka Anthony, life is becoming meaningless as the days roll by. The Ire-wole-born Anthony from Ikire Local Government Area of Osun State, has been battling with a kidney disease, which is seriously threatening his existence. He was diagnosed with an end-stage kidney disease four years ago and ever since, he has been battling to survive as he has not been able to raise the N25 million required for a kidney transplant. Speaking from his hospital bed, he said: “I am an end-stage…

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Nigeria needs better drivers, says Peter Obi

By Mandy Park Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described Nigeria as a vehicle with knocked engine caused by the recklessness and quackery of its past drivers. Speaking on Wednesday at his campaign rally at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, Oyo State, Obi, who was with his running mate Datti Baba-Ahmed, said a new Nigeria is possible if entrusted into the hands of trained, confident and fully qualified drivers.Introduced by the Director General of the Campign, Doyin Okupe, Obi began his speech by paying glowing tributes to late…

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Trans Fat Free Nigeria: Now is the time for speed!

Ayobami Sarumi As evidence grew confirming that industrially produced trans fat is toxic and increases risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, the World Health Organisation (WHO) had to step in to discourage its use in food production. In 2018, the WHO launched the REPLACE package for the elimination of trans fat in food supply globally and worked with countries of the world to sign up for this initiative. The goal of the REPLACE package is to provide a feasible framework that will aid countries in removing artificially added toxic fats from…

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[Photos] Buhari unveils new Naira notes

President Muhammadu Buhari has unveiled the new currency notes on Wednesday morning before the federal executive council (FEC) meeting at the state house, Abuja. Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele was in attendance during the ceremony. Meanwhile, at a briefing after the ceremony before the Federal executive council meeting, the CBN governor debunked insinuations that the early unveiling of new notes is a means to target any Nigerian. Mr Emefiele appealed to members of the public that there is no need to spread any such information.…

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LASG Asks World Bank To Extend APPEALS Project As 8,000 Farmers Benefit From Scheme In Five Years

Mandy Park The Lagos State Government on Monday appealed to the World Bank to extend the Agro-processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Improvement Support (APPEALS) Project in the state. The appeal was made on account of the positive impact of the project on farmers’ productivity. The request was made by the Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture, Abisola Olusanya, who disclosed that APPEALS Project in the State had empowered about 8,000 farmers, especially women and youths in the last five years. Olusanya called for an extension of the APPEALS Project programme when…

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Breaking: Peter Obi leads with rural voters – Nextier

Omocho Kalu Another face-to-face electoral poll conducted in rural communities in 12 states across Nigeria shows Peter Obi currently leading voting intention at 40.37 percent of survey respondents.Atiku Abubakar is at 26.7 percent and Bola Tinubu at 20.47 percent, while bout 7.16 percent of the respondents are still undecided. Obi has shown that he is a leading force at different surveys made on the acceptance of the Presidential candidates by Nigerians. In the latest report, the independent survey by Nextier, a policy consulting firm, defined rural communities as local government…

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Book on Peter Obi For Presentation, Thursday November 24.

The public presentation of the book, ‘The Challenge of Good Governance and Leadership in Nigeria: The Peter Obi Factor’ is set to hold in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja on Thursday November 24, 2022. The book is centred on the stewardship of the Presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) in the February 25, 2023 election, Peter Obi, during his eight-year tenure as Governor of Anambra State. A statement by the Peter Obi Book Launch Committee Abuja said the presentation is coming with the wave of quest for Political and Social Renewal by…

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The North Will Witness Economic Boom Under Obi—Tanko Yunusa, LPPCC Spokesperson

Omocho Kalu The Northern Nigeria will benefit more under Peter Obi Led Federal Government than it had done in the past if God willing, Labour is voted into power come 2023. This was the submission of the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, (LPPCC) Spokesperson, Dr Yunusa Tanko on a radio programme in Abuja at the weekend. Dr Tanko who was a guest on life programme of the Bright Repubiq FM reiterated that the Labour Party, (LP) Candidate, Ex-Governor Peter Obi was determined to direct energy to aggressive agricultural production in…

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2023 elections: Vote for only trustworthy candidates, Obi tells supporters
…vote for those that will deliver

Mandy Park The Presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, has advised Benue people to vote for credible and trustworthy candidates during the 2023 general elections. Obi gave the advice while addressing his supporters on Friday in Gboko Local Government Area, Benue. He further reiterated that they should vote for only candidates that they know would deliver if they gave them their mandates. “Vote for those people who know you and know your pains. Next year please, vote for the right persons,” Obi said. He said that there…

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Mbaise People’s Congress to hold annual Professionals Get Together, awards ceremony Dec 10

Mandy Park Mbaise People’s Congress will on December 10 hold its annual Professionals Get Together, and reception for its Deputy National President, Dr Ken Opara, the Executive Director of Fidelity Bank of Nigeria and President of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). In a statement made available to Nigerianewsmark the event, which will also feature Distinguished Achievement Awards for deserving Mbaise sons and daughters, will be held by 12 noon at Golden Tulip, Mafoluku, Lagos. Chairman of the occasion is the Head of Finance and Strategy at Oando…

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Climate justice groups rate COP27 low

…Expose Fossil fuel enablers behind sponsorship Omocho Kalu Verifiable gains were not made in checkmating industry distraction and delay of the climate negotiations in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, climate justice groups that attended the meeting have said. While Corporate Accountability insists that industry lobbyists dominated the list of sponsors of the negotiations, Friends of the Earth International, in a press briefing on November 18, said the most important demand of developing countries on the frontlines of the climate crisis such as loss and damage was still in limbo. Meena Raman…

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COP27 still talk and no progress – FOEI

Mandy Park Against the backdrop of inadequacies facing climate change challenge, Friends of the Earth International (FoEi) has in it’s verdict scored the climate negotiations in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt as low on progress even with more talk by the United States and other rich countries. The federation, in a press briefing on November 18 as the talks drew to a close decried the lack of progress in the Loss and Damage Finance discussion and the crucial climate pledge of $100bn by rich countries that is yet to be met.…

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Okonjo-Iweala warned us on Soludo’s lack of character and treachery—Engnr Martins Onovo

…says Soludo unrefined pro-establishment acolyte …rude, arrogant, shameless By Mandy Park Former Presidential candidate of the National Conscience Party (NCP) in the 2015 elections, Engineer Martins Onovo, has reminded Nigerians on the justification of the verdict of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, ( D.G, WTO) on Anambra State governor, Chukwuma Soludo, that he lacks character and is treacherous. Onovo was responding to the latest attack by Soludo on Labour party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi that he cannot win the 2023 presidential race. Soludo has received lots of bashing from Nigerians…

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HOMEF donates relief materials to flood victims in Nigeria
… Take proactive measures to ensure safety–Nnimmo Bassey

Mandy Park Socially-relevant and need-meeting non-profit organisation, Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has donated relief materials worth millions of naira to victims of the destructive flood, that wreaked havoc in many states in Nigeria, recently. This is as HOMEF Director Dr Nnimmo Bassey tasked government at all levels to always be proactive with safety measures. Some of the items already distributed to the six impacted states – Bayelsa, Benue, Delta, Edo, Kogi and Rivers – include bags of beans, rice, garri, onions, tubers of yams, cartons of noodles, palm…

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Soludo talking nonsense; Obi will win at least 10 States outright, and garner the 25% required in a number of states
 

By ONWUASOANYA FCC JONES I am one of Peter Obi’s supporters who is not very disturbed about Professor Chukwuma Soludo’s treatise of illogicality and a bad attempt at journalistic warfare with, unfortunately himself. Peter Obi and his official communication team are not interested in joining issues with him, nor any other person or group who is or are on a mercenary mission to distract the team from their focus of rescuing Nigeria from the shackles of bad governance brought about by years of incompetence, insensibility and corruption, which characters like…

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Soludo on a hatchet mission says Yunusa Tanko–LP Spokesperson

Mandy Park Angered by the attack on the Labour Party, Presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, by Anambra State governor, Charles Soludo, Yunusa Tanko, has accused Soludo of doing a hatchet job for the opposition to diminish the massive influence and acceptance of Obi by the majority of Nigerians clamouring to take back their country. But he said the ploy would rather elevate the huge status of Obi the more because Nigerians know his antecedents as one that can be trusted, who is firm and who can deliver the country at…

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2023 polls: Again Soludo attacks Obi, says Obi cannot win

By Omocho Kalu Again, Anambra State, governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has unleashed another attack on the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, saying he cannot win the 2023 presidential election. Soludo described Obi’s candidacy in the race as mere exciting drama Soludo accused the LP candidate of playing a game with his election bid, insisting that Obi did not have the relevant structure in place to win the Presidency on the Labour Party platform. The governor expressed his views in an article on Monday, titled, ‘History Beckons and I…

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I saved Imo people from political bondage –Gov.Uzodimma

By Mandy Park Imo State governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma has said that his election as governor saved the state from political bondage. This is as he said that even the grand design to scuttle his ambition failed ,because his aspiration was divinely inspired, and that he had started afresh as governor as there was no hand over note to him whatsoever. Governor Uzodimma disclosed on Friday that those who have vowed that he will never govern the state had instigated the wanton killings that had rocked the state shortly after…

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Why Peter Obi’s Statistics Unsettles Opposition

The dimensions the Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi brought into the nation’s electioneering this time has successfully thrown many pundits and politicians off balance because they were never prepared for it. A press statement from Obi-Datti Media Office, made available to NewsOrient said “Obi’s issue driven campaigns, even though the correct and necessary thing to do in an ideal democratic setting, has remained foreign and unfamiliar to Nigeria’s political environment, hence the apparent disgruntlement from his competitors and the opposition political parties. “The use of statistics and figures…

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Tinubu alleges many media outlets working for Atiku, Obi, threatens to sue them

By Mandy Park The presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has vowed to file a suit against some individuals, including media organisations, like Arise TV, Channels, and BusinessDay, for spreading “fake news and assassinating” his character over his alleged drug trafficking case in the United States. Recalled that the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois recently released a document over Tinubu’s alleged connection to drug trafficking. The document contained alleged evidence of Tinubu’s involvement in narcotics and money laundering about 30…

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African climate activists deliver solution documents to delegates at COP 27

By Mandy Park In continuation of efforts to engender the alignment of country climate ambitions with the demands of frontline communities, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) and a host of climate justice groups attending the 27th Session of the Conference of Parties (COP27) in Sharm El Sheikh have shared their recommendations with African delegations at the negotiations. Aside CAPPA, some of the groups that disseminated the reports include Gender CC South Africa, Friends of the Earth Togo, Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria (ERA/FoEN), ONG 350…

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Uzodimma inaugurates APC liaison officers for Imo’s 305 INEC Wards

By Omocho Kalu The Imo State Governor, Sen. Hope Uzodimma, has inaugurated 305 Ward Liaison Officers for the 305 INEC Wards in the state.He charged them to defend the achievements of his administration. Performing the ceremony at the Sam Mbakwe Expanded Exco Chambers, Government House, Owerri on Thursday, November 10, venue of the occasion the governor said that their inauguration was to enhance his administration’s inclusiveness, whereby more critical stakeholders would work and contribute their quota to the administration. He reminded the Officers that before now the people were living…

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BREAKING NEWS
Ikechi Emenike still our governorship candidate in Abia State – APC

On September 3, 2022, the authenticity of Chief Ikechi Emenike’s candidacy was further affirmed by the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division. By Emma Ogbuehi The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that despite the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Friday, declaring Mr. Uche Ogah winner of the party’s governorship primaries, Chief Ikechi Emenike remains its authentic candidate for the March 11, 2023 governorship election. An Abuja Court presided over by Justice Binta Nyako had today invalidated the candidacy of Chief Emenike who is recognized by the…

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Over 25% more fossil fuel lobbyists than last year, flooding crucial COP climate talks—-Report

By Mandy Park More fossil fuel lobbyists, 636 in number, than representatives of the ten nations most impacted by the climate crisis registered to attend COP27 according to reports. A large number of the fossil fuel lobbyists, going by reports have been registered to the COP27 climate talks, affiliated with some of the world’s biggest polluting oil and gas giants. This is an increase of over 25% from COP26, showing a rise in the influence of the fossil fuel industry at the climate talks that are already rife with accusations…

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We remember Ken Saro Wiwa, 27 years on

By Sobomabo Jackrich I am Ambassador Sobomabo Jackrich, Executive Director of the Network For Defence of Democracy and Good Governance. Today is the 27th memorial anniversary of the brutal execution of Ken Saro Wiwa and 8 others. I stand with the families of Ogoni 9, and Ogoni 4, ( AKA Ogoni 13 ) together with thousands of other Ogoni martyrs who paid the Supreme price, in the days of the struggle to restore our hope. They paid the Supreme price for the Social, Economic, and Environmental Emancipation of Ogoniland, Niger…

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My Drug Allegations Dead As Dodo – APC Presidential Candidate, Tinubu Reacts To Certified US Court 4 On Indictment

By Mandy Park          The presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu has broken his silence following damning revelations about his alleged drug and money laundering deals in the United States. Recall that a US court had released the certified judgment documents where Tinubu was indicted of drug dealings and money laundering in 1993. The certified US court judgment documents surfaced and have been making the rounds on the internet since Tuesday, showing that a US District Court indicted the former Lagos State governor for…

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Tinubu Must Come Clean Or Quit — Obi/Datti Media group

By Omocho Kalu The Obi-Datti Media Office said it has come to the inescapable conclusion that the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential bearer, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, must come clean with his past, engage Nigerians, explain himself or quit. This according to the group is because the office he seeks to occupy requires a man who should be clean in all ramifications without contradictory nuances. The demand it noted further is in response to the damaging document released by a United States court about Tinubu’s past which entails that…

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Aba Ngwa People’s Forum Adopts Hon Dame Blessing Nwagba

… drums support for her senatorial bid …Dame Nwagba is a collective project–Engr Greg Obinna …I will not disappoint–Dame Nwagba By Mandy Park It was another adoption galore as the Aba-Ngwa People’s Forum AKA Aba-Ngwa Youth Congress, the foremost sociocultural group in Aba made up of the indigenous people of Aba North and Aba South adopted Hon Dame Blessing Nwagba Ph.D the APC Senatorial Candidate for Abia South Senatorial District as their candidate for the Senatorial election in the forthcoming 2023 election. The occasion took place yesterday, Monday 7, Nov…

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Obi won’t participate in debates with Atiku, Tinubu absent–Campaign Council

By Mandy Park Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) of the Labour Party’s candidate, Peter Obi, has said he would not participate in ‘mixed’ debates where other presidential candidates, particularly Atiku and Tinubu are absent or send in representatives. Director General of the Campaign Organisation, Doyin Okupe, gave this hint at a press conference in Abuja, yesterday, against the backdrop of the town hall in Abuja on Sunday where the presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar were absent.Delta State governor, Ifeanyi…

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CAPPA, environmental stakeholders condemn effect of global emissions on Africa
… want Nigeria to stop policy inconsistency on climate change

By Mandy Park  The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) with other environmentali-based groups have raised the alarm that although Africa carries the greatest burdens of climate change the continent contributes less than three percent of global emissions. Also they lamented the devastating effect of the change, which caused massive floods in Nigeria, Chad, Republic of Benin, and Cameroon. This is as CAPPA wants Nigerian government to stop further policy summersault on climate change issues and articulate the project properly with clarity. Oluwafemi Said that the project was informed…

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Hon Blessing Nwagba extol virtues of Brig General Amanda Azubuike, Ada Eme, Onyinyechi Mark, and Ugee Royalty
… says they are trailblazers, worthy Igbo daughters

By Mandy Park Hon Dame Blessing Nwagba, the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Abia South senatorial district, has lauded the great strides of Brig General Amanda Azubuike who was recently promoted to the rank of Brig General in the US Army. Also she praised the doggedness ofAda Eme, for winning the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria pageantry, the resilience, hardwork, and confidence of Onyinyechi Mark, for her record-breaking four gold medals in Egypt, and Kalu Esther Ugochi for winning the De9ja talent hunt.” They made Igbo women proud.…

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AFRICAN GOVERNMENTS MUST DEMAND CLIMATE JUSTICE AT COP27

By:  Philip Jakpor Africa is on the menu again. This time, it’s a renewed scramble for oil and gas by Global North Governments like France, Germany, the United States, and Italy. Renewed interest in fossil fuels in Africa spiked since Russia cut off gas to most of Europe in response to sanctions imposed on it by the bloc after its invasion of Ukraine on February 24. Beyond the climate crisis that has engulfed most of Africa and the Global South at large heightened by fossil fuel extractions, the new scramble…

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Just In: Hushpuppi Sentenced To 11 Years Imprisonment For Internet Fraud

The United States Central District Court in California has sentenced a popular Nigerian internet fraudster, Ramon Abbas, better known as Hushpuppi, to 11 years imprisonment. The brand ambassador of Gucci will spend only 9 years in the US prison because he has already spent 2 years in prison.Recall that Hushpuppi was in June 2020 arrested in Dubai, over a detailed fraud and money laundering technique that has deprived victims of their money in many countries. He pleaded guilty to cooperation to engage in money laundering with numerous individuals within and…

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Senatorial bid of Dame Blessing Nwagba receives boost
… Osusu Aba community vows to deliver
…I have the legislative experience–Dame Nwagba

By Mandy Park As the political camp of the senatorial candidate for Abia South Senatorial District, Hon Dame Blessing Nwagba, continues to receive massive support the people of Osusu Aba Community have joined the train. This is as the community endorsed her senatorial ambition, assuring her of their maximum support at the polls.The community made the pledge at a well-attended meeting held on Friday, 28th October, 2022 at Osusu Aba Civic Hall. Addressing her hosts, Hon Dame Nwagba, a two-time member of the Abia State House of Assembly, informed them…

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SOLUDO MOURNS THE PASSAGE OF ELDER STATESMAN, MBAZULIKE AMECHI …says Mbazulike an outstanding patriot

By Mandy Park Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, has expressed sadness over the death of Elder Statesman and Nigeria’s First Republic Aviation Minister, Dara Mbazulike Amechi, who died at 93 years. Dara Mbazulike Amechi died in the early hours of today, Tuesday, November 1st, 2022. In a statement by the press secretary to the governor, Christian Aburime, Soludo described the late Mbazulike Amechi as an outstanding patriot and nationalist who served the nation diligently. According to the Governor, the late elder statesman lived an impactful and exemplary…

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Tinubu: What Buhari Told Me When I Asked Him To Pick My Running Mate

Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has opened up on a conversation he had with President Muhammadu Buhari on the choice of his running mate. Tinubu disclosed this at the residence of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, leader of Afenifere, Yoruba Socio-cultural group, on Sunday in Akure, Ondo State capital. Tinubu said that the visit was in fulfilment of an earlier promise he made to the Afenifere leader before the APC primaries. “I promised to come back after winning the APC ticket. I am here to thank…

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Meghan Markle Reveals She’s 43% Nigerian

Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, has opened up on her genetic heritage, revealing that she is 43% Nigerian. Markle made this known in the latest episode of her podcast, Archetypes, where she expressed her desire to learn more about her roots, Mirrors reported on Tuesday. In the episode, Markle discussed with American actress Issa Rae, Nigerian-American writer Ziwe Fumudoh, and professor Emily Bernards. The Duchess of Sussex then stated that she took a genealogy test which revealed that she is 43% Nigerian. She said, “I just had my genealogy done…

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2023: Vote on trust and proven track record, Obi tells women

By Omocho Kalu The presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi on Tuesday in Abuja asked Nigerian women not to be deceived by mere Promises of aspirants but consider those they can trust and with verifiable, credible antecedents. He also tasked the women to vote for those with capacity, competence and the needed forsight that will take the country out of the present doldrum. Obi who spoke to Nigerian Women from across the country at the Voice of Women VO2022 conference at the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) conference center…

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Obi hits back at Tinubu, says he is a parasite to Lagos

By Mandy Park The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi has hit back at the All Progressives Party, APC, candidate, Bola Tinubu, describing him as a parasite to Lagos State.. Obi’s response was fired through his Media Aide, Valentine Obienyem following an outburst by the Campaign Spokesperson of the APC, Festus Keyamo. ‘Bola Tinubu is a parasite to Lagos, a stste he governed for 8 years but still sucking the state’s blood like a leech’ A statement by Obienyem noted. Recall that Keyamo, challenged Obi, to…

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Breaking: Many trapped as fire guts WAEC office in Lagos

Pandemonium has broken out in the early hours of Wednesday, as fire gutted the West Africa Examination Council, WAEC building in Yaba area of Lagos State. According to reports, several people are still trapped in the building as the fire rages. The cause of the fire which started at about 6.50 am, was yet to be ascertained as of 7.15 am. The fire had broken out at the middle of the high-rise building as those trapped in the building were seen frantically calling for help. It was gathered that men…

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Africa Water Week: AWWASHNet joins African Communities in Solidarity Against Water Privatisation

By Mandy Park As African Communities rounded off activities on Africa Water Week at the weekend, a Socially-relevant, environmental- friendly and need-meeting, non-profit organisation, AWWASHNet ( African Women Water Sanitisation and Hygiene Network) joined other advocacy counterparts to condenm the moves by some African governments to privatise water. The group called for a Public Partnership approach in the administraton of water, insisting that water is part of human rights that must be provided to citizens and not commodify. Different female activists who spoke in Lagos at the sensitisation of Ogba…

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Declaration of flood Emergency urgently needed- Obi

…says destruction devastating. By Mandy Park Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Obi has said that the country ought to have declared flood disaster emergency in some areas of the country. Obi who has suspended his National Presidential Campaign to enable him visit and empathize with the victims of the flood disaster in some states of the federation including Benue, BAYELSA and Anambra states said that Federal Government ought to have declared national emergency on the natural disaster in view of the massive damage recorded. According to the Labour Party…

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Breaking: As Madam Anasthesia Ossai bags prestigious Ogbuefi title

By Mandy Park Given her commitment in service to humanity, Mrs Anasthesia Agbomma Ossai today, Saturday 22, will be conferred with the prestigious Ogbuefi Chieftaincy title of Oguta in Imo State. Mother of the highly cerebral medical doctor and lecturer Dr. Edmund Ndudi Ossai, Chief (Mrs) Ossai is reputed as a woman with the heart of gold and good will. Recall that in Oguta, the Ogbuefi Chieftaincy title is conferred on only illustrious women who have distinguished themselves in one thing or the other in service to community. Although in…

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EndSARS: Security agencies ought to have protected protesters at Lekki – Datti Baba-Ahmed

…says there was abuse of human right procedures By Omocho Kalu Labour Party (LP), Vice-Presidential Candidate, Yusuf Baba Ahmed has said that security agencies deployed to the Lekki tollgate during the October 2020 #EndSARS protests should have protected demonstrators but failed. Baba-Ahmed spoke on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television. Recall that on October 20, 2020, in what appeared to be an attempt to disperse protesters, officers of the Nigerian Army stormed the Lekki tollgate and started shooting. In November 2021, a judicial panel set up by the Lagos…

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Ex-Senate President, David Mark’s son, Tunde is dead

By Mandy Park Tunde Mark, first son of former Senate President, Senator David Mark, is dead. According to Daily Sun, a family source said that Tunde died in the early hours of Friday in London, the United Kingdom. Tunde is said to have suffered from cancer and died at the age of 51 years. The situation surrounding his death is not clear, but sources told the newspaper that the corpse is expected to be flown to Nigeria in the coming days. Before his death, Tunde was an alumnus of Yaba…

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US pledges $1m for Nigeria’s flood-ravaged areas

The United States has pledged $1 million in immediate humanitarian assistance to support the people affected by unprecedented flooding in Nigeria. The support which will come through the U.S. Agency for International Development, provides emergency shelter assistance, relief commodities, and hygiene kits to promote safe and healthy practices amid the ongoing cholera outbreak, and multipurpose cash assistance for people impacted by the devastating floods. In a statement, the U.S ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Leonard, stated the country regrets the effects of the unusual rainfall and will not renege on its…

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APC places Adamu above Tinubu in new campaign council list

By Mandy Park The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday night released a new presidential campaign council list following the controversy that greeted the first one. The list was unveiled by the national secretary of the party, Senator Iyiola Omisore, as against the previous one released by James Faleke. The changes in the new list sees the national chairman Abdullahi Adamu rise to number two on the campaign list right below President Muhammadu Buhari who retains his position as the chairman of the council. Tinubu drops from deputy chairman I…

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Lagos govt tells residents to relocate to safe grounds

By Mandy Park The Lagos State Government has alerted residents of the state, especially those residing on the banks of Ogun River to relocate upland. The state government also directed property owners and developers to desist from embarking on any form of physical development without adherence to processes and procedures outlined by the government to provide habitable structures across the state. On the Ogun River Banks, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tunji Bello, who issued the red alert, stressed the need for residents to be vigilant. Bello…

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Breaking: Peter Obi  Suspends Campaign, asks  Tinubu, Atiku, Others to Join in Helping Flood Victims

By Mandy Park The presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, has asked his counterparts in other political parties to suspend their campaigns and join him to help victims of floods across states of the federation. Obi made the call on Wednesday, 29 October, while addressing journalists after his visit to Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State at his Abuja private residence where he had gone to discuss modalities on his planned visit to flood sites in Benue and other states. The former Anambra State governor is in the 2023…

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BREAKING: Second Niger Bridge completed — Fashola

By Mandy Park The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, today, Wednesday, 19, disclosed that the construction of the 2nd Niger bridge is now completed and will soon be released public for use. He made the confirmation at an ongoing press briefing to present the President, Muhammadu Buhari’s scorecard in Abuja. According to him, the only factor delaying the commissioning of the road is the construction of the link road which the recent surge of flooding has impeded. According to Fashola “I can confirm that the second Niger bridge itself…

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Addressing Insecurity: Army launches 3 special operations in South East, others

By Mandy Park The Nigeria Army on Tuesday launched three special military operations in the South East, South South, South West and North Central, as part of efforts to tackle rising insecurity challenge across the geopolitical zones. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Farouk Yahaya who flagged-off the exercises at the Nigeria Army 6 Division Step-up Headquarters in Ahoada, Rivers, said the exercises code-named Exercise Golden Dawn (South East), Exercise Enduring Peace (North Central) and Exercise Still Waters (South South and South West) would complement ongoing security operations in the…

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BREAKING: S’East Bishops, traditional rulers want immediate release of Nnamdi Kanu
Mazi Nnamdi Kanu

… insist his extradition and subsequent trial was illegal… His release will douse current tension By Mandy Park As the President Buhari-led Government continues to dilly-dally over the illegal detaintion of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) even after a court of competent jurisdiction discharged and acquitted him, South East Council of Traditional Rulers and Representatives of Igbo Archbishops and Bishops on Peace and Conflict Resolution today, Tuesday 18, called for his immediate release without further delay. The revered temporal and spiritual leaders who noted the July…

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BREAKING: Expect premium recognition under my leadership–Obi assures the North

……. Assures Northern farmers of safe return to their farms in 2023 By Mandy Park The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has assured the North that his Presidency if elected will give the region premium place in his agenda because the wealth of the nation is in the region. Obi who titled his remarks, ‘the unmet Needs of the North’, told the Arewa Joint Committee Interactive Session at the Arewa House Auditorium, Kaduna, yesterday, Monday, October 17, 2022 that the region is strategic…

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Police arrest IVD over wife’s death

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 37-year-old Lagos car dealer, Ikechukwu Ogbonna, aka IVD, over the death of his wife, Abimbola, in the Lekki area of the state. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this on Monday. He said, “He was arrested on Saturday, he’s with us.” Ikechukwu and Abimbola had been married for 16 years, with the union blessed with five children. The marriage, however, was fraught with disagreement and alleged domestic violence. At the climax of their clash, the couple…

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BallonDor: Karim Benzema Wins 2022 Ballon D’or

By Mandy Park Real Madrid forward, Karim Benzema has been declared the winner of the 2022 Ballon D’Or during Monday night’s ceremony in Paris. Having been nominated for the prize nine times formerly, Benzema has now been proclaimed the winner this year after enjoying a stellar season leading the line for Real Madrid. Benzema scored a total 44 goals in 46 matches during the 2021-2022 season, including completing with 15 goals in the Champions League — the competition’s top scorer — as well as reestablishing himself in France’s international side.Lionel…

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Be Intentional About Youth Engagement —-Sanwo–Olu, charges political class

By Mandy Park Public office holders and the political class were on Saturday, October 15, charged to be deliberate in engaging the youths to fosteri development, peace and unity in the country. Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, made the admonition in a lecture themed: “Youths and The Sustenance of Democracy: Issues and The Challenges” to mark the 64th birthday of a renowned activist, lawyer and journalist, Mr. Richard Akinnola held in Ikeja. He urged Nigerian youths to be actively involved in Nigeria’s democratic process for a better future, stressing that…

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2023: Withdraw from Presidential race, apologize to Nigerians — Prince Uthman Shodipe-Dosunmu tells Atiku.

By Mandy Park National Coordinator of The Patriots Roundtable, Prince Uthman Shodipe-Dosunmu, has called on the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to immediately withdraw from the race for asking the North to vote only a northern candidate and disregard any candidate coming from the south. Atiku committed the blunder while showcasing his manifesto at a meeting in Arewa House with Northern elders. Shodipe-Dosunmu, in a statement, described the PDP candidate’s remarks as outrageous, “a nasty faux pas of the worst order.” The statement reads:…

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Obi promises equal representation between the Rich and poor
……vows to tackle gender inhibitions

By Omocho Kalu Labour Party (LP) Presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi has assured that if elected ithe President of Nigeria in 2023, he will recreate a nation where the rich and the poor are equitably and fairly represented.And where Citizens’ interests will supersede political interests and the existing trust gap between the government and the governed will be reduced to the barest minimum. Obi made the promise in the remarks he made at the weekend at Queen’s College Lagos Old Girls Association during it’s marking of her 95th anniversary of…

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Activists, African Communities Raise Voices Against Water Privatisation

By Mandy Park Activists across Africa as well as communities negatively impacted and those under threat of water privatisation have called on African governments to jettison the water privatisation idea as they vowed to resist it. Rather, they asked all African government’s already involved in privatisation to return privatised water systems to localities for affordable and equitable management. This was the position of the Africa water week 2022 stakeholders which kicked off on Tuesday, October 11, with the theme ” Africa Week of Action Against Water Privatisation. From Nigerian, Mozambique,…

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Obajana Cement imbroglio: Bring Acquistion Proof —Kogi govt tells Dangote mgt.

… Orders Plant Shut By Mandy Park The ownership imbroglio between the Kogi State government and Dangote Group over Obajana Cement Company has taken a new twist as the state government has asked the group’s management to bring along acquisition documents. This is as the State Governor, Yahaya Bello has ordered that the company remains shut within the next two days. The past few days have witnessed the Kogi State government and Dangote Cement, a subsidiary of the Dangote Group, at loggerheads over the ownership of the cement plant. The…

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MC Oluomo holds ‘five-million-man walk’ for Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu in Lagos

By Mandy Park Transport union leader, Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, yesterday, Sunday, 9th, held a solidarity walk for the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The rally saw MC Oluomo, who is the chairman of Lagos State Parks and Garages Management Committee, and other APC supporters of Tinubu and Sanwo-Olu march from Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere to Oshodi. This is the second major political rally in Lagos State for Tinubu as the first was held on Monday,…

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Slow distribution of PVCs worrisome says Dr. Yunusa Tanko, L P, Spokesman

By Mandy Park Labour Party (LP) spokesperson, Dr. Yunusa Tanko has expressed dissatisfaction over the slow pace of distribution of Permanent Voters’ Card (PVC), by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He said the development has raised serious doubts about INEC’s preparedness to deliver credible elections in 2023.In a tweet from his verified handle @YunusaTanko, he called on all Nigerians to demand for the provision of the PVC’S to save the nation’s democracy and the actualisation of the 2023 general election. He declared yesterday, Sunday 9, Operation demand for your…

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Be true to your promises to Nigerians—-Activist Aisha Yesufu, tells Obi

By Mandy Park Human rights activist and co-convener of the #BringBackOurGirls campaign, Aisha Yesufu, has advised Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to stay true to his promises to Nigerians if he finally becomes the president in 2023. Yesufu is one of the most vociferous supporters of the Labour Party candidate especially on social media, where she has been using her voice to promote Obi’s candidature. But, Yesufu did not mince words to caution Obi that if he goes off the course, Nigerians, and she in particular, will not hesitate…

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Joseph Evah warns INEC: Abandon electronic transfer of results and see hell

Comrade Joseph Evah is the National leader, Ijaw Monitoring Group (IMG). The courageous activist in this exclusive chat with Sunday Sun, speaks on the danger of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) abandoning BVAS and electronic transfer of results, the president Nigeria needs, poll predictions and what the Southeast needs to do in their quest for the presidential, slot among other critical issues. Excerpt: Campaigns officially started on Wednesday, September 28. What do you see so far in your assessment, what are the issues? Of course, we know the issues…

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ABIA STATE: Promises unfulfilled

By: Chinweuba Wachukwu Integrity is said to be a virtue not acquired through education, positioning or wealth, but rather by sheer strength of Character. Most at times we have seen highly placed educated men and women from noble backgrounds whom we look upto in the society display such characters that falls short of any atom of nobleness that one begins to wonder if actually he/she deserves the position he/she occupies. As the Governorship campaign is about to kick start in Abia State, I advise all the gubernatorial candidates to make…

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Journalists for environment makes case on deepening circular economy conversation

…waste management is everybody’s problem—Amb. Obuesi Phillips By Mandy Park The Statewide Waste and Environmental Education Foundation in collaboration with a coalition of Nigeria’s circular economy practitioners and environment-friendly journalists have launched ‘Journalists for the Environment group. This is as President, SWEEP Foundation, Ambassador’ Obuesi Phillips charged Nigerian’s to rise to the challenge of the environment, stressing that waste management is everybody’s problem. The media parley was to create more awareness and to popularise habits that support reuse, recycling, and reduction of plastic waste. With more actors joining the ecosystem…

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Experts brainstorm, raise alarm over threat to marine and coastal environment

…seek for strengthening, implementation of maritime policies By Mandy Park Stakeholders, environmental experts and media practitioners have raised the alarm over the negative impact of the continuous pollution of the ocean and it’s surrounding environment in Nigeria. Also they lamented that there were no strong and effective laws being implemented to protect the ecosystem, maritime and coastal activities. At a media pally in Ikeja Lagos on Tuesday, organised by the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), which attracted knowledgeable participants from the relevant sectors, they brainstormed on how to protect…

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Nigerian Academy Of Medicine celebrates 2022 Annual Lecture

… health security blueprint for Nigeria –Prof Nimi Briggs …inducts 59 fellows By Mandy Park As part of its responsibility to the nation, the Nigerian Academy of Medicine (NAMed) on Thursday, September 29, 2022, facilitated another of its series of developmental annual lectures in Abuja. Part of this year’s activities was to also mark the induction of its 59 new fellows and awards ceremony. The annual lecture titled “2023 AND BEYOND – Setting The Health Agenda For Nigeria” was delivered by erudite Emeritus Professor of Medicine and a Foundation Fellow…

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Nigerian Singer Asa Sues Joeboy For Using Her Song Composition On His New Song, Demands 300 Million Naira

Popular Nigerian female singer and songwriter Bukola Elemide, professionally known as Asa, has sued her colleague Joeboy for using her composition on his new song without her consent. In a copyright infringement document drafted and shared by her legal counsels September 30, Asa accused Joeboy of using her musical composition without permission. According to the content of the suit that was drafted, it shows that the song Joeboy was accused of stealing was used on his new track ‘Contour’. Nevertheless, the composition, according to the suit, ended up on Joeboy’s…

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Sense Or Nonsense? “Asake’s Album Is Better Than Wizkid’s Superstar Album” – Tiwa Savage Ex-Lover, Teebillz Reveals

Teebillz, Tiwa Savage’s ex-husband and manager, has broken silence that Asake’s debut album is better than Wizkid’s ‘Superstar’ album. Teebillz made this known publicly via his official Instagram account of over 400k followers. In Teebillz’s words, the YBNL signee, Asake’s debut album, ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’, is better than Wizkid’s debut album, ‘Superstar’, that was released in 2011. Teebillz also mentioned that Asake’s debut album is better than Davido and Burna Boy’s debut albums. Teebillz, backing up his point, said that Asake and the late Nigerian rapper Dagrin’s debut…

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ABSUTH: Resident doctors commend Ikpeazu over payment of salary backlog

By Mandy Park Members of Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), ABSUTH chapter, have applauded Abia State Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, on the payment of seven months’ salary arrears to them in one tranche. Disclosing the payment of the arrears to Journalists in Umuahia, the President of ARD ABSUTH Aba, Dr Nnamdi Erondu, confirmed that members of the association in Abia State University Teaching Hospital (ABSUTH), Aba, received seven months payments each with a promise by the governor to ensure that the remaining outstanding will be cleared. “We are happy to…

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Singer Asake brings a stubborn goat on stage during his performance in Atlanta (Video)

Popular Nigerian singer, Asake, has got fans talking after making a strange entry during a performance in Atlanta, USA. The YBNL performing artiste brought in a stubborn goat on stage during his performance at a recent concert in the United States and he held with the support of a rope. Asake was captured dragging the goat around the stage while vibing to his song ‘Trabaye’ but the animal was proving stubbornness and it was trying to show that it has more strength than the singer. Netizens clarified his action to…

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Shatta Wale Biography: Real Age, Real Name, Early Life, Education, Career, Personal Life, Girlfriend & Net Worth (2022)

Biography Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr. (born October 17, 1984) is a 37 years old Ghanian dance hall singer who is known popularly known by his stage name, Shatta Wale. He is a reggae-dancehall artist who has gained millions of fans to himself over the years, ever since his breakout into limelight following the release of his hit singles, Dancehall King, My Level, and We Are Taking Over. It was the success of these songs that made him barged the award of the Artist Of The Year award at the…

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Renowned environmentalist, Nnimmo Bassey asks Lagos Govt To Respect Rights Of Makoko fishing community

…says they need encouragement, support not eviction threat By Mandy Park Environmental activist, Dr. Nnimmo Bassey, has urged the Lagos State government to respect the Makoko residents’ rights to shelter and livelihood. Also he wants the government to extend need-meeting assistance rather than pose a threat to their livelihood. This he said is central to the survival and wellbeing of the people. Bassey made the call during a community consultation parley with Makoko residents on “the rights of Makoko fishermen and women”. The community consultation meeting was organised by Fishnet…

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Labour Party rejects defecting party chairman over corruption allegations

The Labour Party in Nasarawa State has refused to accept the suspended State Chairman of the Young Progressives Party, Bishop Namo, into its fold over corruption allegations. It was gathered that Namo was suspended by the National leadership of the YPP for allegedly taking a bribe from a desperate politician to illegally substitute the name of one John Mark, who was the party’s candidate for the Akwanga/Nasarawa Eggon/Wamba Federal Constituency, in the 2023 general election. The move by the national leadership of the YPP could be the reason Namo declared…

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ASCETA honours late Eze Kanu Orji

…Names Provost office after him …Nto, an inspirational leader–Eze Solomon Nwizu By Mandy Park The Abia State College of Education (Technical), Arochukwu has named the newly completed ultra modern Provost’s office after the late foremost traditional ruler of the ancient town, Eze Kanu Orji. Provost of the institution,Dr Phillips Nto announced this at the formal dedication of the block. Dr Nto said the building was named after Eze Kanu Orji because of the massive impact he made in the entire local government and Abia State during his long reign. According…

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Portable sheds tears of joy after Davido followed him back on Instagram

By Mandy Park Nigerian street-hop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable Omolalomi expressed joy and happiness after the DMW boss, Davido followed him back Instagram. Recall that Davido and Portable had a little misunderstanding in July 2022 due to differences in political interests. Portable who declared to have received money from the All Progressive Congress, APC to drum support for the the-then governor, Oyetola Adegboyega got unfollowed by Davido who backed his uncle, Ademola Adeleke under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Portable later started a rant online where he…

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Carter Efe in tears after being dragged by Berri Tiga (Video)

By Mandy Park Popular Nigerian skit maker and content creator, Carter Efe has come online to weep after Berri Tiga dragged him online for claiming full ownership of their hit song “Machala” which trended across the globe after it was released a month ago. Recall that Berri Tiga on live video last week said that he wrote the song “Machala” from the beginning to the end. This however sparked reactions from netizens and he has been calling out Carter Efe since then. Last week, he made several allegations against the…

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Femi Fani-Kayode and Tinubu’s hollow strategists

‘It is through FFK’s loud mouth and drug-impaired mind that we learnt that Asiwaju and Lai Mohammed go about with diapers’ By Steve Osuji They are not exactly pen for hire; they are consort journalists. Well kept and used by their master for his purposes. They have no qualms, they have little compunction, they are well fed, they feed the public with lies and fallacies, keeping a straight, evil face. Here’s a list: Sam Omatseye, Segun Ayobolu, Dele Momodu, Dele Alake, Bayo Onanuga, and now, the much troubled Femi Fani-Kayode.…

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2023: Activist Aisha Yesufu launches ‘Do more for Obi Challenge

By Mandy Park Notable Nigerian activist Aisha Yesufu, has introduced the ‘Do more for Obi Challenge’ and pleaded with Nigerians to join her to promote Peter Obi’s candidacy. She pleaded with Obi’s supporters to add more to whatever they are already doing for him, saying there is no time to rest until after the election has come and gone. In a short video she posted on her verified Twitter handle, Yesufu said she would be doing three videos daily on Obi’s presidential candidacy as part of her contributions. Yesufu said,…

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BREAKING: Obi leads Tinubu, Atiku in NOI, Nigeria’s most influential poll

*Kwankwaso in distant fourth *Sowore, Dumebi, 12 others score less than one per cent By: Mandy Park If the 2023 election is conducted today, Mr Peter Obi, Labour Party (LP), Presidential candidate will defeat Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Atiku Abubakar, that of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to emerge the next President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria after Muhammadu Buhari. That is the outcome of the result of the polls conducted by NOI, Nigeria’s most influential polling agency. NOI has maintained a…

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2023: Northern Christians reject Tinubu, APC Presidential Candidate

By Mandy Park The forum of Northern Christians again reiterated its position on the same-faith ticket, insisting that APC will not be supported Recall that Bola Tinubu, a Muslim emerged as the presidential candidate of the APC while Kashim Shettima, a Muslim also was picked as his running mate According to Yakubu Dogara, they will soon meet with other presidential candidates and decide on who to support for the 2023 presidential election The problems facing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) over its Muslim-Muslim ticket will not be going away…

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ASUU strike: CAPPA kick against govt’s recourse to Industrial Court

…says taking the striking lecturers to court is a frivolous, ill-thought step By Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has condemned the position of the Nigerian government on the lingering Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike. This is as the group appealed to the President Muhammadu Buhari-led APC government to urgently honour its agreements with ASUU to ensure the immediate reopening of the public universities rather than the resort to the National Industrial Court. CAPPA noted that resorting to the National Industrial Court by the…

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VALENTINE OZIGBO CONDEMNS ATTACK ON IFEANYI UBAH’S CONVOY

…says spate of insecurity highly worrisome By Omocho Kalu Valentine Ozigbo, Anambra State governorship candidate in 2021, has condemned the deadly attack on the convoy of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. Ubah is representing Anambra South at the Senate on the platform of Young People’s Party ( YPP). The attack by unknown assailants occurred on Sunday, September 11, 2022, in Enugwu-Ukwu in Njikoka LGA of Anambra State and left five of Senator Uba’s aides and security personnel dead and several others injured. In a statement issued from his campaign office in Awka,…

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2023: It’s no body’s turn –Peter Obi

…election must be based on competence By Mandy Park Labour Party’s (LP) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has said that the 2023 presidential election must not be based on, religious, ethnic and other unnecessary entitlement sentiments but purely on capacity that would deliver and change the fate of the country. He spoke at the party’s ongoing leadership forum in Abuja.Said Obi “Election next year must not be based on religion or ethnicity. It must not be based in connection. It must not be based on turn. It is nobody’s turn. Election…

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BREAKING: Court grants DSS permission to detain Tukur Mamu for 60 more days

By Mandy Park A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has given permission to the Department of State Services (DSS) to detain the former terrorists’ negotiator, Tukur Mamu, for 60 more days. Justice Nkeonye Maha granted the ex-parte motion moved by counsel for the DSS, Ahmed Magaji. Mamu who was arrested on September 6 on his way to Saudi Arabia for lesser Hajj was detained at Cairo International Airport before being he was flown back to the country. The DSS, in the motion marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/1617/2022 dated and filed September 12,…

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Just In: Britain’s Longest Reigning Monarch, Queen Elizabeth dies at 96

Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and the nation’s figurehead for seven decades, Queen Elizabeth has died at age 96, Buckingham Palace disclosed this on Thursday. “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” Buckingham Palace said in a statement. “The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow”. Her eldest son Charles, 73, automatically will become the king of the United Kingdom and the head of state of 14 other nations including Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Her family had rushed to be…

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UK PM Truss unveils non-white top cabinet members

Liz Truss on Tuesday unveiled her new top team as she formally took over from Boris Johnson as UK prime minister, with no place for white men in any of the three senior-most cabinet posts for the first time ever. As expected, she rewarded allies to her during her victorious Conservative leadership campaign, promoting Kwasi Kwarteng to finance, James Cleverly to foreign affairs and Suella Braverman to interior. The son of Ghanaian immigrants, Kwarteng is the country’s first black chancellor of the exchequer. His immediate focus will be turning round…

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Obi-Datti Group Dismisses Violation Of Electoral Act

…says Obi not on tour for fund-raising By Omocho Kalu The Obi-Datti Media Office, has flayed the allegations that the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, currently on tour in Europe and America, is on fund-raising exercise. The denial comes on the heels of demands by members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to sanction LP for allegedly violating the electoral laws that forbid external fundings for contestants. In a release, the Office explained that Obi’s tour is essentially to sensitise Nigerians in…

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Winners of #Smokefree Nollywood Skit Challenge emerge 

…As CAPPA  demands NFVCB enforcement of ban on TAPS By: Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa  (CAPPA)  has announced winners of the  #Smokefree Nollywood Skit Challenge with the duo of Ojo Adebayo Peter   Oluwaseun and Oluwafemi James as first prize winners Others that won included Popola Abiola Isaac (1st runner up), Ilemobola Michael Oluwasegun (2nd runner), Dale Godstime Osamuyimen (3rc runner up and ShamangeKaren Nguyilan. They went home with different prizes  from Canon camera  Dell inspiron touch screen laptop,   latest camon 19 phone including cash, ranging. CAPPA, Executive…

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Village People At Work!!! Carter Efe’s Hit Song “Machala” Removed From Spotify And Apple Music

Nigerian skit maker, Carter Efe and Berri Tiga’s hit song dubbed ‘Machala’ has been removed from Apple Music and Spotify platforms worldwide. One of the biggest songs in 2022, ‘Machala’ by Carter Efe and Berri Tiga, has been removed from Spotify and Apple Music worldwide after its release in 2022. The viral song that held the number one spot in the country on digital streaming platforms like Spotify, and Apple Music and so on was released on the 30th of July 2022. The hit song is still available for streaming…

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8 REASONABLE REASONS TO ELECT PETER OBI

Peter Obi is averse to waste At the root of the poor infrastructural development all over Nigeria is criminal wastefulness, corruption and inflated contracts. Road or rail projects that can be done with N2 billion are inflated to N20 billion. The consequences of this is that projects go on forever and funds that would have been used to do 4 or 5 projects are spent on just 1 project. A very good example is the Lagos light rail project. It was conceptualized by Jakande in the early 80s but still…

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No deal between Obi and Atiku , Says Okupe

By Omocho Kalu The Director General of Obi-Datti Campaign organization, Dr. Doyin Okupe, has reacted to falsehood of a deal between the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) standard bearer, Atiku Abubakar. Okupe, who made rebuttal in a statement, described the insinuations as fallacious lies on Obi. Okupe stressed that Obi has no reason to go into any pact with Atiku or any other candidate, given that he is over and above any of them in reckoning and acceptance by Nigerians at home…

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Ohiagu, A Cleaner At Lagos Airport As Drug Lord

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested a cleaner at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, Sunday Ohiagu, alleged to be the leader of a drug syndicate at the international wing of the airport. A statement on Sunday by the spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi said Ohiagu was nabbed last Tuesday following the arrest of an intending passenger on an Air Peace flight to Dubai, UAE, Obinna Osita who was arrested with three bags, two of which contained eight blocks of cannabis Sativa weighing…

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Obi tackles Tinubu over comment

War of words has developed between the camps of Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) as Obi-Datti Media Office, yesterday, flayed the comment by Mr. Dele Alake, spokesman of the former Lagos State governor that the LP candidate cannot name any legacies of his years of governing Anambra State and, therefore, cannot be compared to his APC counterpart as groundless. The Obi-Datti media team, in a statement, said: “Alake is certainly among those Lagosians who believe Nigeria begins and ends…

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VALENTINE OZIGBO CELEBRATES NIGERIA’S PRINCE OF THE UNIVERSAL CHURCH, PETER EBERE CARDINAL OKPALEKE

Valentine Ozigbo, Nigerian business mogul and former governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic party (PDP) in Anambra State has congratulated His Eminence, Peter Ebere Okpaleke over his latest recognition in status.In a statement he sent from the Vatican in Rome, the politician who recently joined the OBI–dient group, the Labour party rejoiced with the Catholic clergy, just as he wished him well.“” I am congratulating His Eminence, Peter Cardinal Ebere Okpaleke, who His Holiness Pope Francis created at the consistory held on Saturday, August 27, 2022, at the iconic St.…

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Court nullifies Ebonyi council poll

The Federal High Court in Abakaliki, on Thursday, nullified the local government elections held in Ebonyi State. The election was held on July 30. 2022 with the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) winning all the 13 local government areas. However, some members of the opposition political parties in the State kicked against the election and challenged it in court. The plaintiffs, Otu Collins and four others, in a suit, alleged that the election contravened the 2022 electoral act. “We submit further that the proposed Local Government Areas election in Ebonyi…

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‘OUR MISSION OF TAKING BACK NIGERIA IS WELL UNDER WAY’ .SAYS VALENTINE OZIGBO

…AS PETER OBI, LABOUR PARTY NATIONAL CHAIRMAN WELCOME HIM TO PARTY By Mandy Park The ranks of the Labour Party (LP) in Nigeria received a significant boost with the formal welcome of Valentine Ozigbo, a Nigerian business mogul, into the party by National Working Committee led by Barr. Julius Abure, the Labour Party National Chairman and Peter Obi, the Presidential Candidate of the party. At a press briefing held at Colonades Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, August 23, 2022, Mr Ozigbo expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future in light of the…

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LP will restore hope, rebuild Nigeria —Peter Obi
…laments exporting youths abroad
…As Valentine Chineto Ozigbo officially welcomed in LP
…Obi will usher in a new dawn—Ozigbo

By Mandy Park Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi has vowed to rebuild Nigeria to the joy of all citizens if he becomes the President in 2023.Also he pledged the commitment of his leadership to reverse the current trend where Nigerian youths and children are sent abroad due to rising cases of lack of opportunities in the country. Obi, made the pledge at the official reception of Mr Valentine Ozigbo, the former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State into the Labour…

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NOA to partner NTCA on tobacco control

By Mandy Park The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Dr Garba Abari, on Thursday, 18 August 2022,  disclosed that his agency is willing and available to work with the tobacco control community to ensure that tobacco products are effectively controlled in the country. Abari made the commitment when a delegation of tobacco control advocates from the Nigeria Tobacco Control Alliance (NTCA) paid him an advocacy visit at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. Akinbode Oluwafemi, the NTCA Board Chairman and leader of the delegation thanked the DG for…

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Obi didn’t demolish mosque—Coalition of Northern groups

By Omocho Kalu The Coalition of Northern Groups in Anambra State, has debunked the allegation that Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), discriminated against Northerners in the state on tribal lines during his tenure as governor. The group also dismissed reports that the former governor demolished seven mosques in Onitsha, the commercial centre of the state and chased the Muslims away. Recall, Obi was governor of Anambra State between March 2006 and March 2014. There had been allegations that the LP candidate did not only demolish mosques…

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Uzodimma swears-in new commissioners, SOLADs, others

By Mandy Park Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has sworn-in two new commissioners, four members House of Assembly Service Commission and 27 sole administrators for the 27 local government areas of the state. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Sam Mbakwe Executive Chambers, Government House Owerri on Wednesday, as the governor charged the new appointees to use their position to serve the people and also to drive the affairs of government. In a statement issued by Mr. Oguwike Nwachuku, the chief press secretary and media adviser to the governor,…

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Top 10 Nigeria Music Countdown

For the fourth consecutive week, Afrobeats sensational superstar, Fireboy DML fire-cracker single “Bandana” featuring fast-rising singer/ fellow record-label mate, Asake maintains its spot as the No.1 song in Nigeria. This comes after Fireboy released a “Bandana” themed official music video on Tuesday 16th August 2022; directed by ace creative director, TG Omori. Bandana’ is the fourth single off Fireboy’s recently released third studio album ‘Playboy’ and one of the hit songs of the album. The only new entry in this week top 10 is Bella Shmurda’s ‘New Born Fela’ at…

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Women groups condemn suspension of Umahi’s rival, Ann Agom-eze

By Mandy Park No fewer than 278 women rights groups and Civil Society Organisations, on Sunday, condemned the alleged threat to life of a senatorial candidate under the All Progressives Congress, Ebonyi South senatorial zone, Ann Agomeze. The groups also called for a reversal of Agomeze’s purported suspension. Agomeze, who is the major opponent of the Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, had in an interview with the media, noted that her life had been under serious “threats and harassment” since the contest for the seat began. The All Progressives Congress…

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ASCETA Provost warns staff against strike

By Mandy Park The Provost of Abia State College of Education (Technical), Arochukwu, Dr Phillips Nto has declared that there is no basis for the staff to contemplate any industrial action since the government was diligently addressing their welfare. He also warned that the management will strictly enforce the no work,no pay rule should any staff embark on any strike against the directive of the institution. Dr Nto who spoke at a meeting he held with Deans and Directors of the college frowned at a situation where the academic staff…

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VIDEO: Singer Buju BNXN Involved In Tough Fight With Police, Spits On Officer’s Face.

The drama between upcoming artists and the Nigerian police has remained unending singer, BXNX better known as Buju seems to be the latest victim. Check below for full gist. According to a video that surfaced on Twitter, renowned Nigerian singer, BNXN formerly known as Buju seems to have become the latest high profile victim of Nigerian police harassment in Nigeria. While no statement has been made publicly by the singer’s management or the Nigerian police force, it appears that the drama was dispersed before it could escalate any further. In…

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VIDEO: Fireboy DML Ft. Asake – Bandana MP4 download

Extremely gifted Nigerian singers, songwriters and YBNL signees, Fireboy DML alongside Asake have released the official music video for their trending track tagged “Bandana”. “Bandana” was housed under Fireboy DML‘s newly released album titled “Playboy”. The “Playboy” album happens to be Fireboy’s third studio project, it contains 14 tracks and it features guest appearances from Ed Sheeran, Chris Brown, Rema, Euro, Asake, and Shenseea. The project also includes his previously released hit ‘Peru‘ which has recorded enormous international success, appearing on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning a gold certification…

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God Conscious Women Fellowship Celebrates 2-Year Anniversary

By Mandy Park God Conscious Women Fellowship celebrated her second year anniversary on Sunday, 14th August, with style and great excitement. Venue of the programme was at the Ambassadors of Christ Evangelical Church, Oreyo, Ikorodu.The anniversary programme kicked-off on Thursday, 12 with a skill acquisition programme on learning how to make vaseline jelly. Founder of GCWM, Mrs Tina Kanu, who was the facilitator said “its part of her vision to offer women the opportunity to acquire skills for self-development and empowerment that will guarantee self reliance”. The Sunday event which…

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Keep off Nnamdi Kanu’s case, 52 Northern Groups tell UN

…Accuse NLC of clout-chasing, deception in ASUU/FG face-offs COALITION of 52 Northern Group, CNG, has warned the Federal Government to be wary of the United Nation, UN, interest in the case of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The CNG equally cautioned officials of the UN to keep off Nigeria’s internal affairs, particularly Kanu’s case. This is even as the 52 organisations accused the Nigerian Labour Congress of deception, saying that its failure to execute the threat to embark on a 3-day nationwide strike…

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BREAKING: Ex-Babangida spokesperson, Duro Onabule is dead

By Mandy Park Duro Onabule, Renowned journalist and erstwhile Chief Press Secretary to the former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), is dead. Onabule died on Tuesday at 83. The Guardian Newspaper, quoted a close associate to Onabule’s family Eric Teniola, as disclosing the death. It stated; “Chief Duro Dnabule died this evening,” another family source told The Guardian. The cause of his death is unknown at press time as sources close to him said he was seen hale and hearty few days ago. Popularly known by friends and…

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Face terrorists taking over your State, activist Aisha lambasts Gov el-Rufai for mocking ‘OBIdients’

By Mandy Park Activist and human rights commentator, Aisha Yesufu, has carpeted Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, for mocking the proposed two-million-man march planned by Peter Obi’s supporters in his State. El-Rufai via his verified Twitter handle had mocked OBIdients, a coinage for the massive supporters of Peter Obi, Labour Party’s presidential candidate in 2023, over their plan to canvass support for Obi in Kaduna State. The governor tweeted: “In Kaduna? Not Kaduna Twitter?” the governor who is completing his second term asked. “I hope you get Two Hundred persons…

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CAPPA in solidarity with youths’ appeal for tobacco firms to pay for new generation of addiction

By Omocho Kalu The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has expressed solidarity with youth call to make big tobacco pay. Also it has drawn support for the youths worldwide in condemning the tobacco industry’s creation of a new generation of addiction.The group is in addition, joining other environmental groups and stakeholders to call forgovernments to make the tobacco companies pay for past, present and future harms. CAPPA Director of Programmes, Philip Jakpor, in a statement made available to Nigernewsmark noted that the negative, devastating effects of the tobacco…

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Man rapes friend’s neighbour in Ibadan

An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court sitting in Ibadan on Monday remanded a 20-year old man, Musa Salimon, at the Agodi Correctional facility for allegedly raping his friend’s neighbour. The police charged Musa of an undisclosed address on one-count of rape. The Magistrate, Mrs O. A. Enilolobo, who did not take the plea of the suspect due to lack of jurisdiction, ordered his remand at Agodi Correctional facility, Ibadan. Enilolobo said that the remand is pending the outcome of the case file at the Oyo State Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP). She,…

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Nigeria beat S’Korea in U-20 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria beat South Korea 1-0 on Sunday in the Group C football match at the 2022 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Costa Rica, Complete Sports reports. Esther Onyenezide’s late strike gave the Falconets victory in their second match of the tournament. The Falconets will face Canada in their final group match on Wednesday. The match which was scheduled for 9 pm was shifted to 10.15 pm due to heavy rain. According to Complete Sports, the Falconets made their first attempt to score a goal in the third minute through…

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Drivers without license will no longer drive the vehicle called Nigeria – Obi

Drivers without license will no longer drive the vehicle called Nigeria – Obi The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, has stated that it is time for the country to be rescued from the leadership failure which has continued to dwarf its growth and development over the years. Speaking at Jamie Pajoel International Leadership Conference in Owerri, yesterday, Obi likened the leadership failure in Nigeria to inexperienced and unlicensed drivers trying to drive a vehicle. He said that such a venture will only end in disaster. He…

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Peter Obi’s presence excites worshippers at RCCG convention

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, got a rousing welcome on Friday at the Holy Ghost Service of the 70th convention of the Redeemed Christian Church of God. The former Anambra State governor graced the fifth day of the convention at RCCG international headquarters along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The programme, with the theme, “Perfect Jubilee” began on Monday, August 8 and will last through Sunday, August 14, 2022. Obi was introduced alongside other dignitaries, including the President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Wale-Oke; Akwa…

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Why Nigeria is not working —Dr Phillips Ntoh, ASCETA Provost 

By Mandy Park Dr Phillips Ntoh, former, Commissioner for finance, World Bank consultant, and Provost, Abia State College of Education, Technical,  Arochukwu, (ASCETA), in this revealing encounter, with Journalists in Lagos,  speaks on why Nigeria  is failing, and in constant drift, the 2023 presidency,  alarming economic indices, embarrassing insecurity, Abia charter of equity among other critical national issues. Excerpt      How will you react to the implication of the recent report that Nigeria’s monthly debt has surpassed the revenue being generated monthly …? (Cuts in) it’s worrisome.  There is no…

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Go and Blossom, WEEF speakers encourage women at 2022 conference

By Mandy Park Women have the gift of nurturing and multiplication, says the founder of WiCare Lekota Foundation, Diane Kalu, during the Wicare Entrepreneurship Empowerment Forum (WEEF) 2022 held in Lagos on August 12. WEEF focuses on empowering, enlightening and rehabilitating women in the society towards self-actualization, wealth generation, entrepreneurial and leadership skills. Diane Kalu, a life coach and certified counselor, said women are gatekeepers who have within them the ability to achieve the impossible. She advised everybody to join hands in fighting against violence targeted at women and children…

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Six Dangote Cement customers win N1m each in promo

Following the launch of its third edition of Cement Promo in July with 32.3 million units of gifts attached, six Dangote’s Cement customers have received N1,000,000 each as the first set of millionaires in the ongoing “Spell Dangote & Become a Millionaire, Bag of Goodies Season 3” National Consumer Promotion. The six customers emerged after picking the seven letters that make up the name ‘Dangote’ from bags of cement they used. Other prizes won at the draw were: Television sets, Fridges, standing Fans and power Generating Sets. National Sales Director,…

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Tinubu Campaign Organization, mischievous, full of lies

By Chris Moustapha Nwaokobia Jnr The Press Statement authored by Mr Bayo Onanuga Director, Media And Communication of the Tinubu Campaign Organization calling on “Mr Peter Obi to call his supporters to order that falsehood and disinformation will not win election”, smacks of mischief and manifest desperation as there is no shred of doubt that the Peter Obi Team is profoundly issues based, manifestly factual, unequivocally civil and completely decorous. To attempt to tie all the lies swimming in the social media to the Peter Obi Campaign is not only…

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Ikpeazu committed to opening up of rural communities – Hon.
Solomon Akpulonu

By Mandy Park Member Abia State House of Assembly, Hon Solomon Akpulonu, has disclosed that the Okezie Ikpeazu administration is committed to opening up rural communities in the state. Akpulonu, who represents Obingwa East State constituency, disclosed this while addressing his constituents who came to complain about the abandoned Agalaba Ring Road in the area and pledge their support for his re-election at Ntighauzo. The lawmaker explained that the Governor was committed to completing the project to open up the communities, even to the border with Akwa Ibom state. He…

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Stop blackmailing Govt, ASCETA Provost warns staff

By Mandy Park The Provost, Abia State College of Education (Technical), Arochukwu,Dr Phillips Nto has warned staff of the institution to desist from blackmailing the government over welfare issues. This is as he also asked them to refrain from acts capable of impugning on the integrity of management. The Provost who spoke during a meeting he held with the staff in Arochukwu expressed shock that some union leaders have taken it upon themselves to degrade the image of the state government and management of the college in the name of…

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Cyber security professionals thumb up Attivo’s deception solution

By Mandy Park The Head of Security Operations Centre at the Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN), Ifeanyi Jude Muonagor, disclosed yesterday that bank’s deployment of cyber deception solution in 2017, yielded remarkable results. Muonagor, who spoke virtually at a one day event held in Lagos on the topic; ‘Importance of deception technology and identity security,’ revealed that not less than 80 per cent of system breaches have been linked to compromised credentials. The event was organized by a Nigerian tech firm, InfoData Professional Services, in collaboration with Attivo Networks. Muonagor…

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The ‘Satanic Verses’ Of Sam Omatseye

By Tony Okoroji Between 1988 and 1989, one of the most momentous events in the history of literature, took place. The publication in the United Kingdom of “Satanic Verses”, a novel by the Indian born British author, Salman Rushdie, almost set the world on fire. A significant number of Muslims across the world had accused Salman Rushdie of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammad in his book. This set off a chain of reactions and demonstrations leading to Ayatollah Khomeini of Iran issuing a worldwide fatwa for the killing of Rushdie anywhere…

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SAM OMATSEYE: MUCH ADO ABOUT A BEGGAR AT THE GOLDEN GATE

By Chief Chuka Odom There is an adage in Igboland, which loosely translated, says if you send a slave on a demeaning errand, he has no choice than to deliver same as a slave, since in Igboland slaves don’t speak in proverbs. However, if you send a freeman on a demeaning errand, he has a choice to deliver same as he deems fit without losing his self-esteem or for other considerations deliver the message like a slave, which is considered in our culture a great tragedy to befall a man-…

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2023 Polls; Obi/Baba-Ahmed Best To Support

By Babangida Kakaki  As the 2023 elections gather momentum,  all presidential candidates ought to be assessed on their performance records whether they can be supported or not. The ruling party, APC has fielded Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima, the so-called Muslim-Muslim ticket that is still generating mixed reactions from across the country. For PDP, it is Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President and his running mate Gov. Okowa of Delta State. The NNPP, a seemingly new party has former Governor of Kano state, Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, and his running mate Pastor…

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Lagos top PDP stalwart, Gbadamosi declares support for Peter Obi

By Mandy Park Strong stalwart of the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP )in Lagos State, Mr Babatunde Gbadamosi, popularly called BOG, on Friday, defected to the Labour Party (LP), declaring support for its presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. Gbadamosi, a former governorship candidate of the African Democratic Party and a former Lagos East Senatorial Candidate of the PDP, made his intention public in a statement in Lagos..Part of the statement reads “I had completely lost hope, especially in the youths of Nigeria, considering how the senatorial bye-elections panned out, after…

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Kizz Daniel summoned by Police for taking law into his hands

Kizz Daniel allegedly seized a dry cleaning outfit’s bus and the owner of the business subsequently reported the ‘Buga’ crooner to the police By Kehinde Okeowo Ace Nigerian singer and songwriter, Daniel Anidugbe, better known as Kizz Daniel has been invited by the Lagos State Police Command for questioning. Kizz Daniel is expected to be quizzed by the police over an allegation that he took the law into his hands by seizing a bus belonging to a laundry company. The artiste is believed to have taken such drastic action because…

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Charly Boy Explains How Peter Obi Is Indeed ” Obituary”

Popular Nigerian activist for governance and musician, Charles Oputa better known as Charly Boy has berated controversial Nigerian Journalist, Sam Omatseye over his sensational writeup about Peter Obi.Sam Omatseye was intently tongue-lashed by Nigerians over his sensational article in which he nicknamed Peter Obi “Obituary” and described his supporters as members of proscribed secessionist group in the country, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In his reaction to Sam Omatseye distasteful article about Peter Obi and his supporters, Charly Boy through his Twitter handle, questioned the sanity of the controversial…

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2023: Tinubu’ll only become President if… — Femi Aribisala

Renowned social critic and Nigerian International Affairs expert Femi Aribisala has said that, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the coming 2023 general elections, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu will only win if APC rigged the election massively for him. The veteran international affairs scholar stated this via his official Twitter handle on Tuesday. Aribisala said, no political party with disastrous track record like the ruling APC in its 7 years of maladministration, has ever been re-elected in a free and fair Democratic poll. “In the history…

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Lagos accounts for 33% drug abuse in Nigeria — Marwa

…Marwa commended the efforts of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos in assisting the agency on war against drug abuse. Chairman, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.) on Thursday said Lagos accounts for 33 per cent of drug abuse cases in the country. Marwa disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the Akran of Badagry, Aholu Menu-Toyi 1, in Lagos He said, “I think it is very important that drug abuse in Nigeria is stopped by all stakeholders. “I implore his Royal Majesty, Akran of Badagry, to…

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Don’t gag media, Sanwo-Olu tells politicians, others

…As NGE urges journalists to uphold ethics, ensure quality content Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged politicians and public office holders not to gag the media, saying press freedom remains important in a democracy. He made the appeal, yesterday, at a workshop organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), themed: “Journalist and digitalisation: the imperative of good corporate governance” at Ikeja, Lagos State. Sanwo-Olu, who was Special Guest of Honour, said ensuring good corporate governance and self-regulation of the digital space would completely eradicate false and fake news.…

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2023: Atiku, Wike meet, pledge  to resolve PDP crisis in 7 days

For the first time after the presidential primaries and selection of running mate which resulted in a crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, the presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar; and Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, met, yesterday, to hammer out solutions to the logjam. Atiku and Wike are the two arrow heads in the crisis.   The duo, Vanguard gathered, held their long awaited, face-to-face meeting behind closed doors at the private residence of Professor Jerry Gana, a member of the party’s Board of Trustees, BoT, and pledged to…

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Still on Sam Omatseye’s obituary

Being in the crosshairs of Tinubu’s vaunting political ambition is the only excuse that Omatseye needs to assume the role of a vicious attack dog. By Ikechukwu Amaechi When a friend of mine called on Monday afternoon to ask if I had read Sam Omatseye’s obituary in The Nation newspaper, my heart skipped a beat. I have not seen The Nation newspaper’s editorial board chairman this year and not being one of my favourite columnists because of his penchant for puerile exuberance and indecency, I hardly read him. His solecism…

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Sam Omatseye, everyone’s obituary is inevitable

By Chuks Iloegbunam Some have called you foolish, dear Sam Omatseye. Others insist that you are plain stupid. There are those who hold you to be beneath contempt. Their howls of execration upon you are in reaction to your August 1, 2022 article entitled Obi-tuary. For me, however, you are a dear friend. Our friendship started in the 1980s at Newswatch magazine where both of us practiced journalism before you travelled to the United States for further studies. It continued upon your return and strengthened to the point that, sometimes,…

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‘How can a country with the most educated people globally have such an incorrigible and supercilious fellow as their president?’ – Georgina Onuoha fumes

By Mandy Park Georgina Onuoha, a Nollywood actress, has criticized Nigerian President Muhammad Buhari, alleging that he does not have the interests of Nigerians at heart.She said Buhari is insensitive of the plight of Nigerians.Onuoha said it was sad that Nigerians believed in the fake change promise of the Buhari government. Onuoha bemoaned that despite her warnings not to vote for the current administration, Nigerians “foolishly” did so after sharing a video of the president discussing the reasons his children study overseas. She went on to say that if another…

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Peter Obi does not have the experience to lead Nigeria – Governor Okowa

By Mandy Park  Delta state governor and PDP Vice Presidential candidate, Ifeanyi Okowa, has said that the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, does not have the requisite experience needed and good enough to lead Nigeria as President.He said the former Anambra State governor needs more leadership tutorial as to attain the needed maturity to tackle Nigeria’s problems.Okowa shared his thought during an interview with BBC Pidgin.Said Okowa ‘I did not say he won’t have any votes, he will have. But what I’m saying is that he’s not…

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Again, ASUU extends strike by four weeks

By Mandy Park The National Executive Council of the Academic Staff Union of Universities has announced a four-week extension of the ongoing strike in public universities. A statement made available to our correspondent in Abuja partly confirmed the development. It partly read, “Following extensive deliberations and taking cognisance of Government’s past failures to abide by its own timelines in addressing issues raised in the 2020 FGN/ ASUU Memorandum of Action (MoA), NEC resolved that the strike be rolled over for four weeks to give Government more time to satisfactorily resolve…

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Starving 2-yr-old Akwa Ibom boy labelled a witch, reunites with family

On January 30, 2016, the Danish aid worker, Anja Ringgren Lovén, rescued the boy and gave him the name ‘Hope.’ Hunger almost sipped the life out of a two-year-old starving boy in an Akwa Ibom community in 2016 until a Danish woman rescued him. The starving boy was labelled a ‘witch’ and then punished with the worst deprivation ever – the lack of clothing, food, shelter, family and love. He was left to die of starvation by the combined decision of his parents and community. On January 30, 2016, the…

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BREAKING: U.S. kills al-Qaida leader, Al-Zawahri,

The United States killed Al-Qaeda leader, Ayman Al-Zawahri, in a drone strike over the weekend, three people briefed on the operation told POLITICO. The strike was conducted by the CIA, according to two of the people, with one saying it took place in Kabul. Al-Zawahri was an Egyptian who took over Al-Qaeda after the U.S. killed its longtime leader, Osama bin Laden, in 2011. He never achieved the household name status of his predecessor, but Al-Zawahri’s killing is nonetheless a major win for the United States in the ongoing struggle…

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Ex -APC presidential aspirant, Ogbonnia endorses Obi
…says Obi on democratic revolution

Mandy Park Former Presidential Aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2019 presidential election, Dr. SKC Ogbonnia has said he would support the presidential ambition of the Labour Party (LP) candidate Mr.He said Obi and Datti combination was a perfect match with capacity to turn Nigeria around. Ogbonnia said that his endorsement of Obi was because the LP presidential candidate is a ‘Democratic Revolution Whose Time Has Come,’ adding that with every sense of patriotism he was joining the Nigerian masses to endorse Mr. Peter Obi of the…

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Imo govt clears N1.6b debt, regains ownership of Standard Shoe Company from AMCON

By Mandy Park Imo state government has finally received back the Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) of the Standard Shoe Company Limited, Owerri from the Assets Management Company of Nigeria (AMCON).AMCON, seized the shoe industry several years ago following the state’s inability to off-set the company’s N1.6 billion debt. The Executive Director, AMCON, Mr. Eberechukwu Uneze, disclosed this, while giving the certificate to the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, in Abuja on Friday. In a statement issued by the governor’s media aide, Oguwike Nwachuku, Uneze, further disclosed that the…

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Zenith Bank retains No 1 position by Tier-1 Capital in 2022 top 1000 W’Bank’s ranking.

By Mandy Park For the 13th consecutive year, Zenith Bank Plc has been ranked as the Number One Bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital in the 2022 Top 1000 World Banks Ranking.This is According to the publication by The Banker Magazine. The bank retained its number one Tier-1 bank in Nigeria with a Tier-1 Capital of $2.75 billion, emerging as the 460th bank globally. The ranking, published in the July 2022 edition of The Banker Magazine of the Financial Times Group, United Kingdom, was based on the 2021 year-end Tier-1…

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Why I Won’t Vote For Peter Obi, Atiku – Pastor Enoch Adeboye

By Omocho Kalu The general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), pastor Enoch Adeboye amidst the controversy surrounding the All Progressive Congress (APC) Muslim-muslim ticket, revealed that he will neither vote for Peter Obi of the Labour Party nor Atiku Abubakar of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) nor Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressive Congress (APC).He revealed that his status warrants that he remains neutral and not take side with any presidential candidate. According to him, he sees himself as a father who should not take…

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2023 Presidency: If Peter Obi loses, then God created Nigeria to suffer – Amaechi

Ninety-three-year-old first Republic Aviation Minister, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi, has said if for any reason the candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, loses in next year’s presidential poll he (Amaechi) would conclude that God created Nigeria to suffer. The nonagenarian stated this, weekend, at his country home, in a chat with select journalists while declaring his support for Obi and his running mate, Datti Baba Ahmed. He warned that nothing untoward should happen to Obi ahead of the 2023 general elections, stating that Nigeria’s situation would worsen if…

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ASUU strike: CAPPA declares support for national protest

By Omocho Kalu The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has declared solidarity for the decision of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to embark on a two-day national protest.This is to add pressure on the federal government to show genuine concern and get Nigerian students back to school. The two-day strike is billed to hold tomorrow, Tuesday, July 26 and Wednesday 27.Also the group identified with the unions in Nigeria’s public universities that are fighting for quality education. CAPPA in a statement issued in Lagos, made available to Newsmark…

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Police recruitment not favoritism based-IGP …asks Nigerians to disregard rumour

By Mandy Park The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, said today, Sunday that the recent recruitment into the force was purely on merit and not favoritism or political as it is being rumoured in some quarters.Alkali Baba noted further that the process was not subject to the whims and caprices of any individual or groups of persons irrespective of their position or status in the society.He maintained that the the Police recruitment process is not for sale neither can it be influenced.In a statement signed by the force…

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JAMB releases cut-off mark
…peggs admission to Dec

By Mandy Park THE Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board on Thursday pegged the deadline for the 2022 admissions for December 31, 2022,. This is as the board also stated that it would no longer accept A’Level results by the National Business and Technical Education Board for Direct Entry admissions. These were disclosed during the 2022 policy meeting organised by the board in Abuja. The JAMB Registrar, Prof Ishaq Oloyede, said, “The Minister of Education has approved that the NABTEB A’Level GCE will no longer be recognised as a qualification for…

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Police arrest 4 fake soldiers in Lagos

By Omocho Kalu Police in Lagos have arrested four suspected fake soldiers, including a woman. Police spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the arrest on his verified Twitter handle, monitored by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday. Hundeyin posted that police operatives arrested the suspects on Sunday at about 1.30 a.m. in a Mazda saloon car. He stated that the suspects had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Yaba, for investigation. (NAN)

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Osun election: Peter Obi speaks on Adeleke’s defeat of Oyetola

By Omocho Kalu Presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) and former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has congratulated Osun governor-elect, Ademola Adeleke. Obi issued a statement on Sunday night congratulating Adeleke on his victory. He also hailed LP candidate, Yusuf Lasun and his running mate, Adeola Atanda, for a hard fought battle and their spirit of sportsmanship. Obi told the “Obidient Movement” and admirers nationwide that the outcome “is not a verdict on our exponentially growing strength”. The Labour Presidential flagberer noted that the movement is barely one month…

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Why I had surgery in Nigeria — VP Osinbajo

… FEC wishes him quick recovery, says SGF Although his doctors advised him to consider doing the surgical operation to correct a fracture on his right femur (thigh bone) abroad, the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo insisted on using a Nigerian hospital and medical experts for the procedure. According to sources close to Duchess International Hospital where the operation took place on Saturday, some of the government and private practice doctors of the Vice President made the suggestion because the going abroad option is often usually considered by such class…

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APC mourns former zonal women leader, Kemi Nelson

Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Murtala Ajaka, on Sunday described the death of APC Zonal Women Leader, Kemi Nelson, as a big blow to the party. Nelson, a chieftain of the party in Lagos and an ally of APC Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, reportedly died on Sunday at the age of 66 after a brief illness. The sudden demise of the former executive director of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund came as a shock to many Lagos APC supporters, especially at the grassroots level.…

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Super Falcons, hosts Morocco clash for final place

Morocco’s Cinderella story at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations faces a big test when they host Nigeria at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat on Monday (today), The PUNCH reports. The Lionesses of Atlas have been impressive so far at the tournament, proving doubters wrong after winning all four of their matches so far, with South Africa the other country to have achieved such a feat in this campaign. With a place at next year’s Women’s World Cup in Australia/New Zealand already guaranteed, both sides have turned attention…

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Fuji House actress, Sola Onayiga, is dead

Veteran Nollywood actress, Sola Awojobi Onayiga, is dead. The gap-toothed actress, popular for playing Ireti in the now-defunct family drama, Fuji House of Commotion, died on Monday. Her death was announced by a renowned movie critic and film specialist, Husseini Shaibu, via his Twitter page. Shaibu said, “Just learnt that the accomplished Stage and Screen Actress and Fellow of Theatre Arts Auntie Sola Awojobi Onayiga passed on today. “Auntie Sola is best known for living delightfully the role of Ireti aka Cooking practicals in the defunct TV sitcom ‘CHECKMATE’! Journey…

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Marketers finally hike petrol price to N170-N190/litre

Premium Motor Spirit popularly known as petrol will now be sold between N170/litre and N190/litre in filling stations across the country, following what is believed to be a subtle agreement between Federal Government officials and oil marketers. Findings by The PUNCH on Sunday revealed that the development was the outcome of a meeting between the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority and oil marketers on Thursday. Sources privy to the meeting said it was agreed that the pump price of petrol should be increased by N10 per litre. A…

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Celebrities mourn Ada Ameh on Twitter

By Sylvester Kwentua Nigerian celebrities have taken to Twitter to express their grief over the death of a colleague, Ada Ameh. On Monday morning, news filtered on social media that the beautiful and talented Nollywod actress had died in a hospital in Warri, Delta State on Sunday. As soon as the news started spreading, celebrities took to Twitter to mourn the star actress of the popular sitcom, ‘The Johnsons’. Here is what some celebrities had to say about Ada. “The fact that we have to experience grief at some point…

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BREAKING: Oyo Assembly impeaches deputy gov

… as Makinde likely to swear in new deputy By Adeola Badru, Ibadan The Oyo State House of Assembly, today, Monday, July 18, finally impeached the state’s deputy governor, Rauf Olaniyan, over allegations of gross misconduct and financial impropriety, while in office. According to Vanguard, The Assembly, during its emergency sitting recommended that, having considered the report of the seven-man panel constituted by the Chief Judge of the state to investigate allegations of gross misconduct against the deputy governor, it has found him culpable of all allegations. The recommendations stated…

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Osun poll: Aregbesola breaks silence after Oyetola’s defeat

Sodiq Oyeleke The Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, on Sunday, reacted to the  Osun State governorship election with a bible verse. The former Osun State Governor reacted to the election in a post titled, ‘Osun Le Tente’ (Osun excelled), which was later deleted. The post was shared on his social media pages around 08 am. He posted a bible verse, Daniel 4:17, exalting God’s power to place control in the hands of whoever He wishes. “This matter is by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word…

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BREAKING: Tinubu finally settles for ex-Borno gov, Shettima, as running mate

The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, may have finally settled for the former governor of Borno State, Senator Kashim Shettima, as his running mate in the 2023 presidential election. A report in the Vanguard newspaper on Sunday indicated that after weeks of prevarication, the former governor of Lagos State, may have finally made up his mind. Earlier today, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) also reported that Tinubu will unveil his choice of running mate to President Muhammadu Buhari, who is the leader…

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Family launches foundation in honour of Madam Esther Omoche Onuh

By Mandy Park Friends, well-wishers and family members of late Madam Esther Omoche Onuh have gathered together to celebrate the life and time of Late Madam Esther Omoche Onuh with a service of songs in Lagos. The service of song also witnessed the launch of a foundation, ‘Esther Omoche Foundation for Women and Girls’ in memory of the values and culture of Late Madam Onuh. While addressing the congregation, Betty Abah, the first daughter of Late Madam Onuh and Executive Director of the non-government organisation, Centre for Children’s Health Education,…

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Breaking: OPEC outgoing Sec Gen, Barkindo is dead

By Mandy Park Barely 24 hours after he was received by Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Abuja, Mohammed Barkindo, the 4th Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC Secretary-General is dead.He was 63 years.This was revealed by Group Managing Director of the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Mela Kyari, via his verified Twitter handled @MKkyari.He tweeted at 4:32:“We lost our esteemed Dr Muhammad Sanusi Barkindo. He died at about 11pm yesterday 5th July 2022. Certainly a great loss to his immediate family, the NNPC, our country Nigeria, the OPEC…

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Obi is not one of us, IPOB cautions Kwankwaso, others

By Omocho Kalu The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has cautioned former Governor of Kano State and presidential candidate of New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, and other platforms against linking them with the presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi. IPOB said they are freedom fighters and not concerned with politics and not be linked to it. IPOB Director of Media and Publicity, Emma Powerful, said in a statement on Tuesday that they have no connection with Obi and his presidential ambition as mischievously bandied in some quarters.…

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Breaking: Ebonyi govt shuts down GTB Bank over tax indebtedness …over 100m owed–Source

By Mandy Park Ebonyi State government has closed down one of the leading commercial banks in Nigeria, the Guarantee Trust Bank’s (GTB), in Abakaliki, the state capital, over failure to clear it’s tax indebtedness to the state government. The State task force, Ebonyi State Board of Internal Revenue Service carried out the exercise, while the workers were attending to customers today, Tuesday morning July 5, 2022. The taskforce leader, Mr. Okoro Celestine and head of Integrated Revenue, Ebonyi State Board of Internal Revenue Service, explained that the closure was necesitated…

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THE RISE OF THE UNSTRUCTURED

By Tony Ekata “When PEOPLE POWER is activated, STRUCTURES crumble. It happened in South Africa. It happened in Pakistan. It happened in France. It happened in Ukraine.” – Paul Azuka. Volodomyr Zelensky, a lawyer and comedian, was a political outsider before he became Ukrainian president. His political party, Servant of the People, named after a TV series in which he played the role of Ukrainian President, was formed in 2018 with no structures anywhere except on social media where he was considered the frontrunner in opinion polls after he declared…

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PETER OBI: THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A MOVEMENT AND PARTY CAMPAIGN

By Dr. Akyala Ishaku I have said this before and I will say it again and again.Peter Obi is not running a campaign. He is leading a movement.Let me tell you the difference in case you don’t know. Campaigns end as soon as the results of elections are announced. Movements continue thereafter. Campaigns are driven by politicians while movements are driven by the people. Campaigns are driven by interest while movements are driven by convictions In Campaigns people follow a politician selfishly because they believe he/ she will win but…

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Court Strikes out Godwin Ojo’s Suit against Nnimmo Bassey, Others on Grounds of Unseriousness

By Mandy Park The Federal High Court Sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos has struck out the suit instituted by Dr Godwin Uyi Ojo, former executive director of the Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria (ERA/FoEN) against erstwhile Chair of the organisation, Nnimmo Bassey, and the Board of Trustees of the Environmental Rights Development Foundation challenging his removal as Secretary in 2015. In a statement signed by Professor Margaret Okorodudu-Fubara, Chair, Board of Trustees, made available to Nigerianewsmark it noted Ojo’s Ojo’s Suit was struck out for its unseriousness.    The statement…

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Rights defenders in Nigeria, Across West Africa Still Subject to Harassment, Arrests

By Philip Jakpor Research by the Green Advocates International and the Mano River Union Civil Society Natural Rights and the Governance Platform has listed Nigeria among countries in Africa where human rights defenders experience harrowing experiences including intimidation and arrests perpetrated by the state and multinational corporations.  Titled: Securing the Firewall and Connecting the Unconnected: Frontline Defenders Across West Africa Final Baseline Report, the research, carried out in mid-2020 and early 2021, was launched yesterday (June 30, 2022) at a virtual occasion graced by the United National Special Rapporteur on…

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UK court adjourns Ekweremadu’s organ harvesting trial to July 7

By Biodun Busari The former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, on Thursday, appeared before Uxbridge Magistrate’s Court in London, facing charges under Britain’s Modern Slavery Act. The case has been adjourned to July 7 at Westminster Magistrate Court to allow the UK Attorney General, Suella Braverman, to determine whether the case will be tried in the country or Nigeria. According to Channels TV, the case was fast-tracked, adding that the embattled politician was in good shape, dressed in a grey tracksuit, and spoke twice during his appearance to confirm his…

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28 Past, Present Governors Who May Be Senators In 2023

Although no law in the Nigerian Constitution precludes them from contesting to be senators, the National Assembly now seems to be a retirement home for outgoing and former governors. In the current National Assembly, whose life will expire on June 11, 2023, there are 14 former governors serving as senators representing districts from the north and south of the country. While some of the serving senators who are ex-governors lost out in the recently concluded primary elections of their political parties, some who are about to finish their tenure as…

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Stakeholders Seek Collaborative Regulatory Environment for Industrial Development

By Omocho Kalu Industry stakeholders have urged government regulatory agencies to de-emphasise revenue generation but rather focus more on enterprise facilitation.This they agree would guarantee a bid to ensure industrial and national development for society. The call was made by a panel of discussants at the recently concluded Nigeria Employers Summit 2020 themed ‘The Private Sector as Engine for National Development’. The summit, which was organized by the Nigeria Employer Consultative Association (NECA), held in Abuja, on June 20 and 21, 2022. Setting the tone for the panel discussion on…

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V Pship: ANYIM HAILS OKOWA,
…Says he is a brilliant, focused, cool-headed leader

By Omocho Kalu Former President of the Senate, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, has congratulated the governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa on his emergence as the Vice-Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2023 presidential election. Anyim, who eulogised the choice of Okowa, described him as a cool-headed gentleman, a brilliant and focused leader. In a statement Anyim personally signed, the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), stated: “I heartily congratulate His Excellency Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa, the Executive Governor of Delta State on…

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Madam Esther Omoche Onuh for Burial

By Mandy Park Family of the Late Benue State-born businesswoman, Madam Esther Omoche Onuh has announced her burial arrangements.Madam Esther had passed earlier on May 15th in Lagos after a brief illness. She was aged 77. In a statement signed by one of her children, Betty Abah, activist and media entrepreneur, the funeral activities would hold on the 3rd, 7th, 8th and 10th July in Lagos and Benue States. According to Abah “The burial arrangement of our dear mother who went to be with the Lord after a brief illness…

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Your days are numbered – IPOB tells criminal gangs in South

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Friday warned the rampaging criminal gangs in the South East region that their days are numbered, just as IPOB vowed to apprehend the hoodlums. IPOB’s lead counsel Ifeanyi Ejiofor while speaking with newsmen in Owerri gave this warning after they visited Nnamdi Kanu at the detention facility of the Department of State Services, DSS, in Abuja, last Thursday. They described the action of the hoodlums as sacrilegious and an attempt to label IPOB a bad group. Also, the group urged the residents to…

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Peter Obi: Enugu Catholic Diocese shuts down Mbaka’s Adoration Ministry

By NAN The Catholic Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Bishop Calistus Onaga has banned Catholics including the clergy from attending Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka’s Adoration Ministry over his recent utterances in the ministry. This is contained in a letter personally signed by the Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Bishop Callitus Onaga and addressed to ‘All the Clery, Religious and Lay Faithful in the Catholic Diocese of Enugu’ on Saturday in Enugu. Onaga banned them from having anything to do with the Adoration Ministry. The letter said, “In the light of the happenings…

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Peter Obi takes a trip to Cairo to study Egypt’s power, education, finance sectors

By Omocho Kalu Former governor of Anambra State and Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, left Nigeria today, Tuesday, June 14 for a three-day visit to Egypt. The former governor of Anambra state announced the trip through his verified twitter page, @PeterObi, explaining that the idea of the trip was to enable him study how other countries are making giant progress when Nigeria, his country is wallowing in anguish. While in Egypt, he said he will, among other things, study the Egyptian power…

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Peter Obi is a movement.

From what I am seeing and have seen, the man is the biggest phenomenon in Nigeria since MKO Abiola (for those too young to understand who MKO was in the political space thirty years ago) What is happening around the country right now especially in the South of Nigeria with the Obi Hurricane is something unprecedented. I have looked at my political map again today and I have been poring at strategies, permutations and possibilities all day. Peter Obi, RIGHT NOW, will overwhelmingly win 14 states in Nigeria, if the…

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Democracy Day: Obi tasks leaders on good governance, preaches hope to Nigerians

By Omocho Kalu Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has tasked leaders at all levels in the country to see the Democracy Day as an opportunity to reflect and recommit themselves to their constitutional responsibility of providing good governance to the people. Obi made the remark in his Democracy Day message, just as he decried the rising insecurity, poverty and  unemployment, calling on leaders to take urgent decisive action to stop total failure of our country. He noted with pains that even with her abundant human and material resources,…

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2023: Labour Party will win the presidency with 100m Nigerians as its structure—- Peter Obi

By Omocho Kalu Presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, who is among the top three presidential contenders, said the elderly, our mothers, fathers, as well as the old ones dying of being owed gratuity/pension will be the structure to facilitate his victory. Obi, is confident in winning the presidential election with the over 100 million human structure on which the party stands. . The former Anambra State governor, via his Twitter handle today, Sunday, June 12, noted that his structure would be about human beings United on one purpose……

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BREAKING: APC primaries: Amaechi breaks silence after losing to Tinubu, reveals next action

By Mandy Park Former Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Amaechi, has spoken for the first time since his defeat at the Presidential primaries of the All Progressives Congress, APC. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the national leader of the APC and former Lagos State Governor, Tinubu, scored 1,271 to defeat his closest challenger, Rotimi Amaechi, who polled 316 in the national convention. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, came third in the primaries, polling 235, Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, scored 152 votes, while Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello managed 47 delegates votes. Amaechi, in a…

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Deadlock over Governor Wike as Atiku searches for running mate

By Mandy Park The insistence of the supporters of Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike on his nomination is causing a stalemate in the search for the running mate for the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar. Atiku won the presidential primary of the PDP on May 29 and has since been consulting with the leaders of the party on his vice presidential pick. The party has until June 17 to submit its list of candidates for all elective offices in the 2023 general elections to the…

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APC presidential primaries: You can now lick your wounds – Tinubu tells Ahmed Lawan

By Mandy Park The national leader and presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has told the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, that he can now lick his wounds. Tinubu said this in his victory speech after he was declared winner of the party’s presidential contest of the ruling party. He said he was a little bit agitated that the Senate President Lawan contested the position with him, but hailed the lawmaker for being cool-headed and doing his best service to the nation at the Senate. “I would have been…

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BREAKING: Ahmad Lawan: Crisis Hits APC As Northern Govs Insist Power Must Shift To South

By Mandy Park The announcement of Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, as the consensus presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sparked a fresh crisis in the ruling party. This comes after northern governors elected on the APC platform have rejected his emergence as the party’s consensus for the February 25 presidential election. THE WHISTLER earlier reported that 11 serving and former governors of the party had kicked against President Muhammadu Buhari’s entreaty to be allowed to single-handedly decide who emerges as the party’s 2023 presidential candidate “After careful…

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Owo massacre despicable, callous, assault on humanity and desecration of the church of God – Anyim

By Omocho Kalu Former President of the Senate, Anyim Pius Anyim has condemned in strongest term the massacre of Christians by gunmen at the St Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State on Sunday, 5 June, describing it as despicable and callous. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Anyim said the killing of the worshippers during Sunday service was despicable, callous, as well as an assault on humanity and desecration of the Church of God.He wondered why the evil men could enter into…

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Ondo Catholic Church attack, cowardly, inhuman says Peter Obi

By Omocho Kalu Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate and former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, has outrightly condemned the attack on St Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State on Sunday, by gunmen, describing it as cowardly and inhuman. Obi who made the remark in reaction to the early morning attack on the church, condemned the unwarranted assault on innocent worshippers, adding that the action by the gunmen represented the worst form of bestiality against the society. “There is no part of Nigeria that deserves to be attacked. But choosing a…

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Presidency 2023: P-Square’s Peter Tackles Dele Momodu Over Take On Peter Obi, LP
2023 Presidential candidate

By Mandy Park Peter Okoye, Nigerian musician of P-Square fame, has taken a swipe at Dele Momodu, Ovation Magazine publisher and presidential aspirant, over claims that Peter Obi, a presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), cannot win the 2023 presidency. Reacting to Momodu’s assertion, Okoye, in a series of tweets on Twitter, averred that Obi might not have money and structure but he has the youths and masses behind him, stressing that the 2023 election was beyond delegates as the masses would control the outcome of the election. Tweeted…

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Buhari’s Preferred Presidential Candidate: President’s bombshell silence APC governors—–Comrade Joseph Evah
…Says they lack moral authority to challenge him
…action shows military strategy superior to political strategy

By Mandy Park National leader, Ijaw monitoring Group (IMG) Comrade Joseph Evah has mocked governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over what he described as their “selfishness and greedy position” which has made them lose the moral right to challenge any presidential candidate Buhari would foist on them.“Buhari’s masterstroke rubbishes the governors and their intellect and it shows that military strategy is superior to political strategy” he noted in an interview.The activist said they have boxed themselves to a tight corner that would make them to keep silent against…

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BREAKING: Court sends late Osinachi’s husband to Kuje prison

By Mandy Park A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Wuse has ordered the remand of Peter Nwachukwu, the husband to the late gospel singer, Osinachi, in the Kuje prison. Justice Ngozi Nwosu-Iheme, in a ruling today ( Friday) ordered that Nwachukwu remains in custody until the conclusion of his trial. The judge gave the ruling after Nwachukwu pleaded not guilty to the 23-count charge, bordering on domestic violence and homicide, among others, brought against him by the office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF).…

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Menstrual Hygiene Day: CEE-HOPE Fetes Teenagers, Makes Case for Free Pads Distribution
…launch advocacy movie

By Omocho Kalu A Non-Governmental and Socially-relevant Organization, the Centre for Children’s Health Education, Orientation and Protection (CEE-HOPE) recently marked the International Menstrual Hygiene Day, calling on government to intervene in ending period poverty in the country. CEE –HOPE used the occasion to launch its latest advocacy movie “Leave to live”. It was at a one-day seminar in Lagos which attracted several teenage girls from communities across Lagos and Ogun States and featured talks on rape awareness and career choices, and others,CEE-HOPE’s Executive Director, Betty Abah at the event lamented…

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BREAKING: Court grants Okorocha N500m bail

By Mandy Park Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja today ( Tuesday, 31st, May) imposed strict bail conditions on former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha.Okorocha is standing trial for alleged N2.9 billion corruption charges.He was admitted to bail in the sum of N500 million with a surety in the same amount.The Senator representing Imo West in the Red Chambers was also barred from traveling out of the country except with the express permission of the court.The judge ordered Okorocha to deposit his traveling passport with the…

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CEEHOPE executive director, Betty Abah, loses mother

By Mandy Park Mrs Esther Omoche Onuh, the mother of women and children’s rights activist, Betty Abah, is dead.She died at the age of 77 after a brief illness. Betty Abah, respected journalist, author, mobiliser and activist, is the founder and Executive Director of CEE HOPE, a girl-child rights and development non-profit organization based in Lagos. In a tribute on her Facebook page, Betty Abah’s mother died on Sunday, May 15. She wrote about her mother, a day after the painful exit with the caption: My Mama, My Rock, What…

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Blessing Nwagba Wins Abia South APC Senatorial Ticket

By Mandy Park Dame Blessing Nwagba, former member of the Abia State House of Assembly has clinched the All Progressive Congress (APC) Senatorial ticket for Abia South Senatorial District. The election was conducted last Saturday. The cerebral ex-lawmaker who was, the 2019 governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) expressed gratitude to the delegates and leaders of the party for finding her worthy to fly the party’s flag in the election. She promised to take up issues of youth and women empowerment as priority if given the opportunity to…

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PDP presidential primary: Anyim congratulates Atiku, decries voting on primordial sentiments.

By Omocho Kalu Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, one of the Peoples Democratic party (PDP) presidential aspirants has sent congratulatory message to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar on his emergence as the presidential candidate of the party in the 2023 general election.Anyim also commended the 2022 PDP Special Convention Committee for successfully conducting the primary election for the party. The former President of the Senate said he was proud to have fully participated in the race to the end and praised his supporters for being with him to the end.Anyim however faulted the…

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ERA/FoEN launches manual on oil firms’ divestment in Niger Delta ….wants clean up to come first

By Mandy Park The Environmental Rights Action/Friends of the Earth Nigeria (ERA/FoEN) has launched a Community manual on International Oil Companies (IOCs) Divestment in the Niger Delta to encourage a better understanding of the processes that have left communities out. The manual was launched at a Civil society roundtable on IOC Divestment from the Niger Delta in Benin City, which had in attendance, civil society and grassroots organisations. In attendance also were Hon. Friday Ogierakhi, former Edo State House of Assembly member, and Prince Barbs Pawuru, president of the Host…

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Atiku Picks PDP presidential ticket

By Mandy Park Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged the presidential flag bearer of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for the 2023 presidential election. He was elected by the 763 adhoc delegates who voted in the primary election held at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. There were a total of 12 void votes. While former governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, and publisher of Ovation Magazine, Dele Momodu, had no votes recorded in their names, both Tari Oliver Diana and Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa only voted for themselves…

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APC screens Osinbajo, Tinubu, Onu, Amaechi, Nnamani others Tuesday

By Mandy Park All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential aspirants will be screened tomorrow, Tuesday at the Conference Hall of Transcorp, Abuja by a panel of seven members. The members were drawn one each from the six zones plus National Working Committee (NWC) Chairman Abdullahi Adamu. The NWC set up the Presidential Screening Committee (PSC) to examine the records, documents, background, and suitability of the 24 out of the 28 aspirants that submitted their nomination forms by the May 13, deadline.Among those to be screened are Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, National…

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2023: NCFront Allies With Labour Party As ‘Third Force’

By Mandy Park The Labour Party (LP) has been adopted as the mega party for ‘third Force’ Stakeholders and Allies for next year’s elections.This was announced on Sunday by a group under the aegis of the National Consultative Front (NCfront). The group is the umbrella body of the Third Force Movement and Political Alternatives to the All Progressives Congress (APC and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The adoption came after 15 months of engagements which led to a reunion between the leadership of the Labour Movement and the hierarchy of the…

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OCHENDO: DIGNITY IN QUITTING WHEN THE OVATION IS LOUDEST.

By Chinweuba Wachukwu According to the book of Ecclesiastics 3:.1-2 “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted” When Sen.T.A.Orji in 2019 announced that he will not contest for the Senatorial seat of Abia Central Senatorial Zone again at the expiration of his tenure in 2023. Many received the news with mixed feelings, some school of thought were…

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God’s standard for marriage

By Tina Kanu Marriage is a divine institution established by God Almighty. Everything required for its success is provided by God Himself. It is not a cultural thing. God means marriage to provide help, but how you handle yours determines whether it helps or hurts you. God’s standard is the only cure for marital problems, because marriage is entirely God’s idea and not man’s. To have the best and be happy in our marriage and home, we must follow God’s principles on marriage as written in the Bible. Culture, tradition,…

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Anyim is a straightforward, honest, simple leader – Ibrahim Gumel, Jigawa PDP Chairman

By Omocho Kalu The chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Jigawa State, Alhaji Babandi Ibrahim Gumel, has lauded the sterling qualities of former Senate President and frontline presidential aspirant, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, describing him as a straightforward and simple leader deserving of trust. Gumel made the comment on Thursday, 19th May, when Anyim, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) met with Jigawa State delegates at the party secretariat in Dutse, the state capital. For the former Secretary to the Government of the Federal (SGF) who had…

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CAPPA launches #Smokefree Nollywood Skit Challenge …urges govt to enforce ban on TAPS

By Omocho Kalu The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has launched the #Smokefree Nollywood Skit Challenge which seeks to increase awareness on the hazards of smoking as well as increase the pool of youths campaigning against the habit. The competition is targeted at youths in the 18–35-year bracket. Contestants are expected to create a video of not more than two minutes and twenty seconds (2:20mins) with messages on the dangers of smoking and a call to action which is essentially to urge the Nigerian government to enforce the…

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BREAKING: Court affirms Adeleke Osun PDP Governorship candidate
Adeleke

By Gabriel Nwaneri Justice Nathaniel Emmanuel of the Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, Osun State capital, has affirmed Senator Ademola Adeleke as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Osun governorship election slated for July 16th, this year (2022). The judge dismissed a suit filed by Prince Dotun Babayemi seeking to be declared the candidate of the PDP. He nullified the primary election that produced Babayemi, which held at WOCDIF event center, Osogbo on March 8, 2022. The judgement was delivered amidst heavy security and lasted for…

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Court rejects Nnamdi Kanu’s application for bail

By Mandy Park The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, today, Wednesday, May 18, declined to grant bail to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, pending the determination of the treasonable felony charge the Federal Government slammed against him. Trial Judge, Justice Binta Nyako held that Kanu must explain why he breached the previous bail granted to him, before he could enjoy another favourable discretion from the court. Justice Nyako held that “Until the issue of absence of the defendant for his trial,…

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ASUU strike protest: Soldiers fire live ammunition to disperse students

By Mandy Park Military personnel on Tuesday dispersed students of various universities in Ondo State who were protesting the prolonged strike of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU.The soldiers were said to have opened fire to chase the students away from the Ilesha/Akure highway on Tuesday. The students who were drawn from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, FUTA, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, AAUA, and Olusegun Agagu University of Technology, Okitipupa, OAUSTECH, had since on Monday barricaded the highway disrupting vehicular movement. The protesting students who bemoaned the attitude…

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NNPP mourns Kano gas explosion victims …urges govt to take precaution dealing with combustibles

By Mandy Park New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has expressed shock on the gas cylinder explosion in Sabon Gari area of Kano State in which nine persons reportedly died and many were injured.The incident took place on Tuesday.The party called on the Kano State Government to ensure that those dealing with combustible and inflammable materials were not permitted to operate near schools to avoid a recurrence of such traged in futurey. The Party made its position known in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Agbo Major, in Abuja.Part of…

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2023: Let Nigerians have heart attack, says Emefiele after meeting Buhari

By Mandy Park The governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Godwin Emefiele, said his fate is still being decided as regards the controversy surrounding his rumoured presidential bid. When newsmen approached him on Thursday after meeting with the President, Muhammadu Buhari , in Abuja with the notion that his current position as a presidential aspirant and the CBN governor is a major point of concern for Nigerians and even the international community, Emefiele replied, “Let them have heart attacks. It’s good to have a heart attack.” This is as…

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FG suspends basketball in Nigeria for two years
…says it will concentrate efforts to revamp the sport

By Mandy Park President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the immediate withdrawal of Nigeria from all international basketball competitions for a period of two years with immediate effect.The reason according to the source is to concentrate efforts to revamp the sport for better future performance.Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Daredisclosed this while briefing newsmen on Thursday in Abuja.Dare, represented by Ismaila Abubakar, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, disclosed that a committee would be set up to oversee basketball leagues in the country. “Following the unending crisis which have…

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Anyim mourns Senator Arthur Nzeribe, says he made great impact.

By Omocho Kalu Former President of the Senate, Anyim Pius Anyim has expressed sadness over the demise of Senator Arthur Nzeribe, saying that he left his foot prints on Nigeria*s political landscape.He described him as a man who made great impact in his life time.In a statement he personally signed, Anyim said he received the news of the death of the maverick politician with deep sadness saying the late lawmaker and businessman man was a household name in Nigeria, Africa and across the world.Anyim, a frontline presidential aspirant on the…

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My Govt will accord women adequate recognition –Anyim, says it is in the PDP tradition

By Omocho Kalu Frontline, Presidential aspirant of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Senator Anyim Pius Anyim has assured Nigerian women that they would be adequately recognized if he becomes president in 2023.Anyim made the promise in Minna, capital of Niger State while responding to complaints of marginalization of women in Nigeria, during his consultative visit to the state.In a statement signed by Ahmed Buhari, Director of Publicity, Anyim Presidential Campaign Organisation, made available to Nigerianewsmark,Anyim described women as one of the critical groups in Nigeria that he intends to mainstream…

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Buhari’s visit: Please drop your sit-at-home order, Mbazulike Amaechi tells armed groups

By Mandy Park Elder statesman, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi, has pleaded with aggrieved armed groups to withdraw the sit-at-home order it placed on May 5 and 6 in the South-East over the planned two-day visit of President Muhammadu Buhari to Ebonyi state. Recall that Governor David Umahi on Tuesday announced that President Buhari would be in Ebonyi state for two days: working visit on Thursday and Friday. However, there were reports on Wednesday evening that the dreaded Unknown Gunmen have declared sit-at-home all over the South-East region during the President’s visit,…

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Abia shuts down hotel over dubious deaths

By Chidi Nkem Abia State Government has sealed off a hotel in Aba, the commercial heartbeat of the state, Merry-home Hotels Limited. The hotel is said to be located around 7up axis of Ogbor Hill and was closed following a series of allegations of criminal activities taking place within the premises of the hotel. Disclosing the closure of the hotelto newsmen in Aba after the exercise, the state Commissioner for Information, Dr Eze Chikamnayo, said the seal off was in view of “repeated reports to security agencies about a series…

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2023 Presidency : I’m still consulting — Fayemi

By Munachi Nwachukwu Ekiti State governor, Kayode Fayemi has said he was still consulting on his presidential ambition.Fayemi, who is chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, stated this during his visit to his Ondo State counterpart, Rotimi Akeredolu.He said he was in the state to consult with Governor Akeredolu, the Olowo of Owo, Oba Gbadegesin Ogunoye; the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi and Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasonranti on his presidential ambition.He said: “As you know, I’m not an aspirant, I may become one but that would depend on…

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2023: Ogun will support your presidential ambition – Gov. Abiodun tells Osinbajo

By Mandy Park Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, yesterday, said the state would support the presidential ambition of Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo to enable him continue with the projects of the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration.Governor Abiodun, who spoke at a stakeholders’ meeting, said Osinbajo, in the last seven years, has contributed to the many successes recorded by the Federal Government, noting that “he is eminently qualified to lead the country.”The governor said: “The Vice President’s presence here is a homecoming. We are pleased with his decision to run for the…

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‘May God judge you both’, Yul Edochie’s wife reacts as husband shares photos of son from 2nd wife

By Mandy Park The wife of Nollywood actor, producer, and director, Yul Edochie has reacted to a post the husband made on his verified Instagram page on Wednesday announcing the birth of his son by Nollywood actress, Judy Austin, who he also confirmed as his second wife. Yul Edochie who is married to May Edochie with 4 lovely kids welcomed a bouncing baby with his colleague turned baby mama, Judith Austin in 2021. Announcing the birth of his son, Yul wrote: “It’s time for the world to meet my son.…

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2023 presidency: Do not allow yourself to be deceived – Shehu Sani

By Mandy Park Shehu Sani, a popular socio-political activist and former federal lawmaker, has warned ex-President Goodluck Jonathan not to be “deceived”. Shehu Sani gave the warning in a Facebook post on Monday. His warning is coming amid insinuations that Jonathan would defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and declare his ambition to run for president in 2023. He wrote, “GEJ should not deceive himself nor allow himself to be deceived.” Recall that Jonathan on Friday told supporters who stormed his foundation…

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Banky W replies Samklef over royalties claims on Wizkid’s ‘Pakurumo’

By Mandy Park EME record boss, Bankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W, has replied to music producer, Samklef’s allegations that he took his name off as the composer of Wizkid’s hit song, ‘Pakurumo.’ Samklef, who is currently at daggers drawn with Banky W following his tell-all interview with Ebuka, had called out the label boss for ripping him off his royalties for his contribution to Wizkid’s debut album. Recall that Wizkid released two albums, ‘Superstar’ and ‘Ayo’, under the EME records before he left to chase international acclaim. Banky…

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Music producer, Samklef tackles Banky W, demands royalties for Wizkid’s album

By Mandy Park Music producer, Samuel Oguachuba, popularly known as Samklef, on Saturday explained why renowned Afrobeat musician, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun aka Wizkid, left Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) in 2014. EME records label is owned by a rapper, Bankole Wellington aka Banky W. Samklef, who featured in an Instagram live session, said Wizkid realized he was bigger than EME records after serving the label for almost six years. He was reacting to Banky W allegation during an interview with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on The BlackBox that the Afrobeat musician still owed…

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2023: Tambuwal rejects Saraki, Mohammed as PDP consensus candidates

By Mandy Park Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, who is also a presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed reports that northern consensus presidential candidates for the PDP had been chosen. Said Tambuwal on his official twitter handle “Northern Consensus Drive Failed. Therefore, I’m Not Part of Any Agreement.” In the same vein, the Tambuwal Campaign Organisation has dismissed reports that former Senate President, Bukola Saraki and Governor Bala Muhammad of Bauchi State emerged as northern consensus presidential candidates for the PDP. In a…

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Strike: FG, NASU Meeting Ends In Deadlock

By Mandy Park The meeting between the Federal Government and the striking members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Allied and Educational Institutions (NASU), called to iron out grey areas relating to their agreements made since 2009 in the Universities and Inter-University Centres, has ended without any resolution. It would be recall that the Federal Government had called a meeting of the Renegotiation Committee to iron out grey areas relating to their agreements made since 2009, in the Universities and Inter-University Centres. The meeting was scheduled to hold Friday, 22nd…

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Sanwo-Olu tells ambitious appointees to resign immediately

By Mandy Park Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has given an order to political appointees and civil servants interested in contesting in the 2023 general election to resign. Sanwo-Olu said all members of the State Executive Council and political appointees who are delegates to the State House of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, Governorship and Presidential primaries election and those seeking elective offices should resign. The governor gave the directive on Friday in a circular with no 012 titled: “Resignation of political appointees and all other public servants who…

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Russia-Ukraine war: UN chief to meet Putin, hold peace talk

By Mandy Park The United Nations, UN, Secretary-General, António Guterres will meet with President Vladimir Putin of Russia on Tuesday. Guterres’ meeting aims to appeal for peace and urge Russia to end the war against Ukraine. The move was disclosed by Guterres Associate Spokesperson, Ms Eri Kaneko, at a news conference on Friday in New York. “The Secretary-General will visit Moscow on April 26th. He will have a working meeting and lunch with Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov. “The Secretary-General will be received by President Vladimir Putin,” she said. The UN…

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Alaafin Of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, Dies At 83

By Mandy Park Respected, First Class Yoruba monarch, the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, has died at the age of 83. Newsmark gathered that Oba Adeyemi, the third from the Alowodu Ruling House of Oyo Kingdom, died on Friday at the Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti, in Ekiti State after a short illne Palace sources said the remains of the deceased monarch have been moved to Oyo where his burial rites are underway. Oba Adeyemi was born on October 15, 1938 in Oyo town; he was…

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Family of Airforce pilot who died in crash breaks silence

By Mandy Park Family members of Flt-Lt. Abubakar Alkali, one of the Air Force Pilots who died in a plane crash in Kaduna on Tuesday, said the incident has left them devastated. Two pilots reportedly lost their lives after a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) plane crashed.Some of them who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kaduna on Wednesday, however, said in spite of losing a great son, they had taken relief in the fact that ‘God giveth and God taketh’. Alhaji Sulaiman Dauda, an uncle to the…

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EPL: Ronaldo returns to training after son’s death ahead of Arsenal vs Manchester United

By Mandy Park Manchester United superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to training following the death of his baby son. Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodriguez, announced on Monday that one of their twin babies passed away during childbirth. For this reason, the club’s hierarchy granted the Portugal international compassionate leave, keeping him out of United’s 4-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday evening. But the 37-year-old is now back at United’s training ground on Wednesday afternoon ahead of their Premier League game against Arsenal on Saturday. Ronaldo was honored…

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Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Notifies Senate of Resumption on Tuesday

By: Mandy Park Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has formally notified the Senate of her intention to resume her legislative duties this Tuesday. This decision follows a Federal High Court judgment allowing her to represent her constituents. The court ruling has paved the way for Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan to return to the Senate and resume her legislative duties. A letter addressed to the Clerk of the National Assembly by Michael Jonathan Numa (SAN), lawyer to the Senator reprised the Senate that the court ruled that the six-month suspension imposed on…

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Obi deserves to be president not VP – Datti Baba-Ahmed… says Obi overqualified to be anyone’s deputy in 2027

By: Mandy Park Dr Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, who was Peter Obi’s running mate in the 2023 presidential election, has said Peter Obi the former Governor of Anambra State deserves to be the presidential candidate of the newly formed African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition — not a vice presidential candidate. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Baba-Ahmed argued that Obi’s performance in the last election made him overqualified to be anyone’s deputy in 2027. “The position of VP is very big. Anyway, I wanted to be, and I was rigged out. But I…

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Osun 2026: APC, PDP In Disarray Over Adeleke’s Imminent Defection*           ….Aregbesola poised for bountiful harvest

By Arinola Afolabi Barring last-minute hitches, the stage is set for the dancing Governor, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Jackson Adeleke, to defect to the party at the centre in Nigeria, the All Progressives Congress (APC). In spite of the repeated denials on television and in newspapers by Adeleke, plans have been concluded by the Ede-born politician who is currently serving governor under the banner of PDP, to cross over to the APC. This development has no doubt thrown party loyalists in both the ruling party and the APC in Osun State,…

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Dr Nto tasks Government to Leverage Research for Food Security

By: Mandy Park Dr. Philips Nto, a renowned agricultural expert and university teacher, has called on the Nigerian government at all levels to harness research findings in agriculture to enhance food security. This call emphasizes the importance of translating research into practical solutions to address the country’s food security challenges. According to Nto by leveraging agricultural research, Nigeria can improve crop yields, enhance farming practices, and ultimately increase food availability, thereby boosting food security. He regretted that research findings by institutes and universities were gathering dust at various libraries without…

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CAPPA Reveals N200bn Annual Loss to SSB Tax Inefficiency

By: Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has revealed that Nigeria loses a staggering N200 billion annually due to ineffective implementation of the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) tax. Speaking at a media roundtable on Tuesday, CAPPA’s Executive Director, Akinbode Oluwafemi, said that the N200 billion lost annually could significantly improve healthcare access and equity in Nigeria. Specifically, he noted that it could be used to fund: Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, National Health Insurance Authority and School feeding initiatives among others. Oluwafemi emphasized the need to curb the…

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Federal Housing Authority Rejects Allegations of Wrongdoing

By: Mandy Park The management of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has dismissed recent report alleging abuse of office and other forms of misconduct as baseless and unfounded. The allegation was published on the on-line report by the Sahara Reporters on Monday July 7. In a statement, the FHA described the claims as a product of irresponsible journalism, a “spurious and wishy-washy contraptions” that cannot be substantiated. FHA’s used the rejoinder to highlight the great achievements made so far Under the Current management, led by Hon. Oyetunde Ojo. The statement…

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Sacking of Makinde from Offa Poly Board Sparks Outrage

By: Mandy Park Tension is mounting at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Kwara State, following the sudden removal of Rotimi Makinde from the institution’s governing board. The move has sparked outrage and raised questions about transparency and motives. Responding to the issue, Makinde, a former lawmaker and outspoken board member, has described his removal as “insulting.” He alleges that his commitment to restoring peace at the institution has been disregarded. Hon Makinde credited his tenure with stabilizing a campus previously plagued by recurring crises. The circumstances surrounding Makinde’s exit remain unclear.…

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CHSR Stages Protest, Raises Alarm Over Delayed Implementation of Lagos LG Law… Petition will receive attention – Hon. Tobun

By: Mandy Park The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) staged a peaceful protest to the Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday, expressing deep concern over the delay in implementing the Lagos State Local Government Administrative Law. The law was signed by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on May 7, 2025. This is as Hon. Abiodun Tobun, representing Epe Constituency I, assured that its petition will receive due attention. The group submitted a petition to the Speaker of the House, urging immediate action to implement the law. CHSR’s President, Comrade…

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Natasha Vows to Return to Senate on Tuesday After Court Victory

By: Mandy Park Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has announced her intention to resume her legislative duties in the Senate on Tuesday, following a Federal High Court judgment that nullified her suspension. The court had ordered her immediate reinstatement on July 4, 2025. But while Natasha prepares to return to her duties, the Senate has stated that it will await the Certified True Copy of the judgment before taking any official action. This cautious approach underscores the institution’s commitment to due process. In a statement on Sunday, the Chairman of the Senate…

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Peter Obi Reiterates Presidential Ambitions for 2027

By: Mandy Park Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has reaffirmed his intention to run for the presidency in 2027. In a recent interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Obi expressed confidence in his qualifications for the office, stating, “I’m going to contest for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and I believe I am qualified for it.” His statement has generated renewed interest in his potential candidacy and the upcoming 2027 presidential election. In response to a question whether he was considering becoming the running mate…

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