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St. Patrick’s Catholic Parish, Amuzukwu, Celebrates 100 Years Of Catholicism With Church Dedication
St. Patrick’s Catholic Parish is set to celebrate the Centenary of Catholicism in Amuzukwu alongside the dedication of its newly constructed church building. This historic event, marking 100 years of Catholic presence in the community, will take place on Saturday, 30th November 2024, at the church premises. The celebration will feature a special Thanksgiving Mass at 10:00 AM, to be...
Deputy Speaker, Kalu Congratulates Okonjo-Iweala On Reappointment As WTO DG
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has extended his congratulations to Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her reappointment as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, Kalu described Okonjo-Iweala as a trailblazer who has made significant contributions to...
Court Grants N1Bn Bail To 109 Foreigners Detained For Cybercrime
On Friday, the Federal High Court in Abuja granted 109 foreign nationals who were detained on suspicion of engaging in high-level cybercrime and hacking activities that were allegedly endangering the security of the country N1 billion in bail. Justice Ekerete Akpan, while delivering a ruling in the bail application moved by the defence counsel, James Onoja, SAN, which was not...
Journalist Soyombo Released By Nigerian Army Amid Public Pressure
Prominent Nigerian investigative journalist, Fisayo Soyombo, has been released by the Nigerian Army after days in detention, following widespread public outcry and media scrutiny. Soyombo, renowned for his fearless investigative reports exposing corruption and abuse, was reportedly detained earlier this week by military operatives in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The journalist’s release was confirmed on Friday evening in a statement...
Nigeria Can’t Afford Another Civil War, Says Gowon
A former Head of State Yakubu Gowon has expressed concern over the crises across the nation, saying Nigeria cannot afford another civil disturbance. The Nigerian Civil War was between 1967 and 1970 and claimed millions of lives. But speaking at the Plateau Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival in Jos, Plateau, Gowon who expressed worry over the state of insecurity,...
Abia Pensioners Beg Otti For Payment Of Gratuity
Pensioners in Abia state have appealed to Governor Alex Otti on Monday to reconsider the issue of arrears of gratuities owed to retirees in the state. They urged him to review his decision, in line with the agreement reached by the leadership of the Abia State Chapter of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners. Led by their Chairman, Elder John Kalu,...
Deputy Speaker, Kalu Advocates for Local Government Reforms At National Dialogue
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives has called for urgent and actionable reforms to strengthen local government autonomy in Nigeria. Speaking at the National Dialogue on Local Government Reform, the Deputy Speaker underscored the critical role of local governments as the closest tier of governance to the people, emphasizing their importance in delivering essential services, promoting democratic...
Minister Praised For Efforts In Combating GBV
Imaan Suleiman Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs, has been praised by Dr. Amina Kundiri, Director General of the National APC Women Advocacy Organization (NAWA-ORG), for her efforts to fight gender-based violence. Kundiri expressed confidence in the capacity of the minister to deliver on her mandate and improve lives. She said they would work with the minister to bring about better life...
Kidnapped Kogi Varsity Student Discovered Naked In Kwara
According to the Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, a 400-level student who had been kidnapped from Abubakar Audu University in Ayangba, Dekina Local Government Area, Kogi State, was rescued on Monday while he was out in the open. The 19-year-old English education undergraduate whose name was given as Fauziyah Muhammed was alleged to have...
Otti Vows To Remove Barriers For PWDs In Leadership
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has reiterated his administration's dedication to removing barriers that prevent people with disabilities (PWDs) from actively engaging in governance and leadership roles. In a goodwill message marking the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), issued by his Special Assistant on PWDs, Comrade David Anyaele, the Governor highlighted ongoing efforts to promote inclusivity and...
