NEWS
Orji Uzor Kalu At 65: ‘He Leads With Wisdom, Serves With Courage’ – Hon. Otuwe
The Former All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Abia State House of Assembly, Hon. Otuwe Kalu Oji, has joined well-meaning Nigerians to celebrate the 65th birthday of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, describing him as a father figure and a dependable political leader. In a goodwill message personally signed and made available to newsmen, Hon. Oji hailed the former Abia...
Royal Blessings Flow As HRH Ezie UK Ukoha Honors Senator Kalu On His Special Day
The Paramount Ruler of Ebem Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, His Royal Highness Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha (JP), has extended heartfelt congratulations to the former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, on the occasion of his 65th birthday. Speaking on behalf of himself, his family, and the entire good people of Ebem Ohafia...
”Tinubu Arrives Nigeria Today” – Presidency
President Bola Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria today after spending nearly two weeks abroad, according to the special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga. In a brief post shared on X on Monday, Onanuga wrote, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will return home today.” Earlier, the Presidency had assured Nigerians that the President remained fully engaged with national governance...
FG Turns To Banks For $23bn Lifeline For Universal Electricity Access
The Federal Government is in talks with commercial banks and other investors to fund its ambitious universal electricity access, which requires a whopping $23.2bn investment as a means to end power crisis. The PUNCH learnt that Nigeria will require $23.2bn of aggregate investment to achieve the planned universal electricity access in five to 10 years, reaching 120 million people across...
Pope Francis Dies At 88
The sovereign of the Vatican City State, Pope Francis, has died at the age of 88. The Vatican confirmed that the pontiff passed away on Easter Monday at his residence in the Casa Santa Marta within Vatican City. Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta on Monday morning. Farrel said the...
Abia APC Secretary Suspended Over Violation Of Party Constitution
The All Progressive Congress, Ahiaukwu Ward 2, Umuahia South Local Government Area, Abia State, has suspended the state secretary of the party, Mr Chidi Avadja, for an alleged violation of their constitution. A statement signed by the Acting Ward Chairman, Nwabueze Ndumele, and Secretary Ifeanyichukwu John and made available to our correspondent on Monday stated that the decision was reached...
Nine Local Banks Generate ₦14tn In Loan Interest Amid Interest Rate Hikes
In 2024, nine Nigerian banks earned a total of N14.26 trillion in interest revenue, according to an examination of the financial institutions' audited financial statements. As the banks made trillions of naira from the interest on loans given to customers during the review period, manufacturers counted their losses, groaning under the weight of soaring borrowing costs totalling N1.3tn for the...
Danjuma, Atiku, Kukah, Bakare Condemn Plateau, Benue Killings, Urge Immediate Action
Former Defense Minister Lt. General Theophilus Danjuma (retd.), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) Rev. Lucius Ugorji, and the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese Matthew Kukah have voiced strong concern over the alarming level of insecurity currently plaguing the country. Similarly, the serving overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde...
“Your Legacy Is Unmatched” – Ifeanyi Okali Commends Senator Kalu’s Impact At 65
The Director of ABN TV, Mr. Ifeanyi Okali, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, as he marks his 65th birthday today. In a heartfelt message made available to the press, Mr. Okali described the former Abia State Governor as “a true leader, a trailblazer, and a man of...
Nigerian Senate Postpones Resumption To May 6
The 10th Senate leadership has rescheduled its resumption, moving it from the originally set date of April 29, 2025. However, the new date has been adjusted to May 6. The announcement was contained in an internal memo dated April 20, 2025, addressed to all senators and signed by the Senate Clerk, Andrew Ogbonna Nwoba. The postponement was hinged on the International Workers’...
