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…
Read MoreSt 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…
Read MoreChief 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…
Read MoreABIA 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.…
Read MoreNot 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…
Read MoreAbia 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…
Read MoreWE 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…
Read MoreAbia 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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