Month: February 2025

COMRADE GRACE IKE: The Quintessential NUJ FCT Chairman

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By Halima Jubril, Uloma Okorie The Maiden Monthly Congress of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ FCT Council held on Saturday 25th January, 2025 at the Council Secretariat, Utako. The attendance was unprecedented in the history of the council as over 400 members including some former Chairmen and NAWOJ past and present leaders were in attendance.This confirm the fact that a new era has come and strongly too. The congress was presided over by Comrade Grace Ike, the Chairman who was unanimously elected unopposed to lead the council on December…

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Eba Congratulates Gov Aiyedatiwa, Attends Second Term Inauguration In Akure

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The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State, Alphonsus Ogar Eba, esq, JP attended the second-term inauguration of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State in Akure on Monday. Eba joined other APC leaders and stakeholders at the ceremony, where he congratulated Governor Aiyedatiwa on the start of his new four-year term. In 2023, Eba was part of the National Reconciliation Committee that helped ensure a smooth transition for Governor Aiyedatiwa when he became Acting Governor after the passing of Governor Akeredolu. Later, in April 2024, Eba…

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T-Plan Raises Alarm Over Rising Drug Addiction Among Youths and Housewives

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A growing crisis of drug addiction among Nigerian youths and housewives has prompted T-Plan National Palliative (T-Plan) to take urgent action. The organisation has expressed deep concern over the rising number of individuals affected by substance abuse across the country. Dr Aminu Aminu Bizi, National Project Coordinator for Financial Inclusion, Media, and Palliative, shared shocking revelations in Abuja, stating that even drug dealers confirm the widespread issue. According to him, young people and housewives are increasingly falling victim to drug addiction, with many families unaware of the problem in their…

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Dr Okem Opens First NAYLOGS Secretariat At Yala Council

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…provides N500k support for NAYLOGS Week The Yala Local Government Chairman, Elder Hon Dr Fred Okem, on Monday officially opened the first office for the National Association of Yala Local Government Students Worldwide (NAYLOGS WW) at the Yala Council Secretariat in Okpoma. Dr Okem, who is known for his support of students, approved the allocation of the office space within the council’s administrative building. He assured Comrade Odey Heart Omagu Jr., the President of NAYLOGS WW, and his executive team that he would continue to support the progress and development…

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CBN Governor, Cardoso Champions Stronger Nigeria, Saudi Ties 

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has reiterated the Bank’s dedication to enhancing economic cooperation between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During a courtesy visit to the CBN headquarters by the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Nigeria, H.E. Faisal bin Ibrahim Alghamdi, and his delegation recently, Mr. Cardoso emphasised the Bank’s commitment to fostering partnerships across critical sectors that drive economic growth. He stated that the CBN is prepared to play a critical role in fostering collaboration and that…

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Cross River Government Sets Up Committee to Revamp Calabar Carnival After 20 Years

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The Cross River State Government is taking steps to restructure the Calabar Carnival after two decades of its existence. Nsa Gill, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, announced the move on Sunday. He revealed that Governor Bassey Otu has set up a 13-member committee to review and restructure the carnival, which will be led by Chief Edem Duke, a former Minister of Culture. The committee has been given a 10-point mandate, and it is expected to deliver its report within two weeks. Gill explained that the purpose of the…

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Governor Okpebholo inspects 36 KM road project in Edo Central

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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has visited the ongoing 36-kilometre Utako-Unewa-Eworah-Uromi road project and assured the people that the work will be of high quality. Accompanied by top government officials, the Governor received warm praise and prayers from local residents, who expressed their gratitude for the attention their communities are finally receiving from the government. Governor Okpebholo also toured Anko road and Udomi Primary School, which are under development. He stated that his administration is focused on “practical governance,” meaning that they are delivering real projects that will directly…

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Is Africa under the First Son Curse?

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By Maxwell Uzochukwu Being an offspring of any country’s president should be one of the most coveted privileges in today’s possession-obsessed world. The opportunities and privileges are endless. They can practically wish for the moon on a stick at sunrise and have Santa at their beck and call. One would expect those greatly favoured to use their positions to make an impact, touch lives, and build up rather than scatter and tear down. Take the United States, for instance. Several of the First Children in recent history have excelled in…

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Dr. Fred Okem Launches Trailer Park, Task Force to Tackle Illegal Truck Parking in Yahe

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Elder, Hon. Dr. Fred Okem, Chairman of Yala Local Government Council, has taken action to address the problem of illegal trailer parking along Abakaliki Road in Yahe. He officially opened a new Trailer Park and launched a Task Force aimed at controlling the parking of heavy-duty vehicles in the area. Accompanied by his Vice Chairman, Hon. Godwin Odama, Council Secretary Hon. Chief Stephen Ogbaji, Supervisor for Finance Mr. Eddy Achi, Supervisor for Works Hon. Chief Joseph Ijoko JP, and Revenue Officer Mr. Emmanuel Oko, Dr. Okem unveiled the Task Force,…

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Betara Praises Gov. Bago At 51, Lauds His Leadership Qualities

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The Chairman House of Representatives’ Committee on FCT, Hon. Muktar Aliyu Betara on Saturday felicitated with Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State on his 51st birthday. Hon. Betara who represents Biu/Bayo/Shani and Kwaya Kusar Federal Constituency of Borno State in a congratulatory message sent to the Celebrant, acknowledged Governor Bago’s relentless advocacy for Nigerites as well as the meaningful contributions to legislative processes that shaped national development while serving as Member of the House of Representatives. Hon. Betara who expressed excitement over the leadership qualities of Governor Bago, applauded various…

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