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“No More Empty Noise” — Sowore Challenges Soludo, Otti, Abaribe, Obi On Nnamdi Kanu’s Detention
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has called on governors, politicians, and traditional leaders from the South-East to join him in a peaceful march to Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, to demand the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, ABN TV reports. Sowore made the declaration on his verified...
Governor Otti Mourns Elder Statesman, Edwin Clark
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned elder statesman and Chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Chief (Dr.) Senator Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, CON. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Ctz. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, on Tuesday, made available to ABN TV, Governor Otti described Pa Clark’s death...
Niger Approves N70bn Bond For Infrastructure Development
The Niger State House of Assembly has granted Governor Umaru Bago's request for a N70 billion bond to fund the state's infrastructure projects. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the bond was approved during the plenary session in Minna on Tuesday following its review by the House Committee on Finance, which presented its report to the House. Chairman of the...
Soludo Urged To Release Traditional Worshippers, Native Doctors In Detention For Over 3 Months
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has been urged by the human rights organization International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) to free native doctors and traditional worshippers who have been detained for more than three months without facing any charges. According to the group, more than 40 traditional worshippers and native doctors are currently being held...
Kanu Paying The Price For Speaking Truth To Power – Lawyer
Prominent human rights lawyer Barrister Christopher Chidera has criticized the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), describing it as a politically driven act with no solid legal foundation. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Chidera argued that Kanu’s prolonged incarceration stems from his bold criticism of the Nigerian government rather than any legitimate legal...
Abia CP, Mustapha Bala Sends Message Of Condolence To Sen. Kalu
Commissioner of Police, Abia state command, CP Mustapha Mohammed Bala has commiserated with Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu on the death of his wife, Ifeoma Kalu. The death of Mrs. Ifeoma on Monday in faraway US was announced by Sen. Kalu, a former governor of Abia State. The police boss in a condolence message on behalf of...
‘Our Duty Is To Stay Awake So Abians Can Sleep With Both Eyes Closed’ – Governor Otti (Video)
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to security, healthcare, education, and infrastructural development, assuring residents that his government will continue working tirelessly to improve their lives, ABN TV reports. Speaking during a highly anticipated media engagement on January 30, 2025, broadcast live across radio, TV, and online platforms, Governor Otti addressed key issues affecting Abia...
Tinubu Appoints Buhari’s Ex-Aide As Alake’s Replacement
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Ajuri Ngelale as Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. Ngelale, who was Senior Special Assistant for Public Affairs in the Presidency in the immediate past government, worked in the office of ex-Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo. Willie Bassey, Director, Information in the Office of Secretary to the Government of the Federation,...
Dangote Refinery Commence Direct Petrol Supplies
Private depots in Lagos and environs were deserted yesterday, as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery rolls out its direct petrol supplies. Checks by Vanguard indicated that private depots were deserted because the operators expected to benefit from the direct supplies. A source that pleaded to be anonymous said: “The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced direct supplies to marketers. This is mainly why...
Benue Govt Uncovers 2,500 Ghost Workers
Benue State government, led by Governor Hyacinth Alia, has uncovered 2,500 ghost workers on the state’s payroll. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, the Governor expressed regrets over the delay in payment of salaries of teachers in primary and secondary schools, as well as local government staff. The Governor explained that the decision...
