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Biafra: Ohanaeze Youth Council Defends IPOB, Says Group Non-Violent, Seeks Referendum
The Youth Wing of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC), has stated that the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) is a non-violent self-determination group advocating for a referendum in Nigeria. Ohanaeze said that in the wake of the burning incident at the National Open University Nsu Study Centre and Senator Frank Ibezim’s residence, several political opportunists have...
NIPR Charges Newly Inducted Members to be Nigeria’s Reputation Ambassadors
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has inducted 191 new members into its fold, urging them to uphold a high degree of reputation to protect their personal image and that of the Institute at all times. Speaking at the virtual induction ceremony at the weekend, the NIPR President and Chairman of Council, Dr. Ike Neliaku while urging the inductees...
Abia Community Unites For Clean-Up Initiative (Photos)
In a heartwarming display of patriotism and community spirit, various groups joined forces to clean up Ahiaukwu market in Olokoro on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The collaborative effort, aimed at supporting the government's goal of a greener Abia, brought together Concerned Olokoro Youths in Diaspora (COYID), Olokoro Progressive Youth Association (OPYA), OCDU committee on health, Ahiaukwu market leadership, Olokoro Youths,...
NYSC Saga: I’ve Broke No Law, Says Minister Of Arts
The Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, on Sunday, spoke about the controversy surrounding her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate, asserting her legal standing on the issue. During an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Musawa stated, “I didn’t break the law,” in response to questions regarding the matter. Recall the minister faced criticism for failing to...
IGP Orders Unsealing Of Rivers Council Secretariats
The Rivers State Police Command has unsealed all 23 Local Government Area Secretariats in the state following the election and swearing in of new chairmen. This was confirmed in a statement by the Command’s spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko earlier on Monday morning. She said the newly deployed Commissioner of Police, CP Mustapha Bala acting on the orders of the IGP, Kayode Egbetokun...
Nigerian Navy Shuts Down Unauthorized Refineries In Rivers
An unauthorized refining site has been found and shut down in Rivers State, according to the Nigerian Navy's Operation Delta Sanity troops. Operation Delta Sanity has discovered one cooking tank, one storage tank, and one dug-out pit laden with an unspecified amount of stolen crude oil in Bolo general area, Rivers State. In a statement on its social media page, the...
Israel Commemorates One Year Of Hamas’ October 7 Attack
Israel commemorates one year of Hamas’ deadly Oct. 7 attack, with an outpouring of emotion at vigil and rallies calling for the return of hostages. Ceremonies and events are planned across Israel and in cities around the world to mark the anniversary of the unprecedented attack by Palestinian militants from the Gaza Strip, which claimed 1,205 lives. President Isaac Herzog began...
Benue: Army Rescues Kidnapped Corps Member
The Nigerian Army's 401 Special Forces Brigade and Sector One have teamed up to rescue a kidnapped Corps member and others in Tse-Annaka. The corps member was identified as a 29-year-old law graduate, Samuel Muekara. Other rescued victims who were kidnapped at different dates and times within the same location include Anaelechi Bob, 32; Ayuba Luka, 28, Ibrahim Umar, 30, Rabiu...
Wonders In Chosen Ministries Are Genuine – Pastor Muoka
The General Overseer (G O) of the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Ministries, Lazarus Muoka, says the wonders of God have become a feature of the Church, and against distractions, shall remain a signpost of the church. Mouka, whose church has been the topic, especially among social media content creators, over its mode of worship, asserted at the close of its two-day...
We’re Putting Modalities In Place For Minimum Wage Payment – Governor Otti
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti says his administration is putting modalities in place for the commencement of payment of the new minimum wage by the end of this month. Governor Otti announced this on the occasion of the 2024 World Teachers Day Celebration with the Theme: "Valuing Teachers' Voices: Towards A New Social Contract For Education" He said that the...
