Felix Duru Mbah

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03
2025
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Alia Assigns Portfolios To New Commissioners

Alia Assigns Portfolios To New Commissioners

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By our reporter Seeking to reinvigorate his administration for better service delivery, Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia swore in a new set of Commissioners on Monday. Today, he assigned portfolios to them,to try to reignite the spark in governance. Dr Paul Ejeh Ogwuche will oversee the Ministry of Health and Human Services, while Dr Ortese Yanmar takes charge of the Ministry of Co-operatives and Rural Development. Dr Benjamin Ashaver has been appointed Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Management, and Dr Fredrick Ikyaan will head the Ministry of Lands. The Ministry of Finance will be led by Hon. Michael Oglegba, while…
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03
2025
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Northern CAN Leader Alleges: El-Rufai Angry Because Kaduna No Longer Burying People Daily

Northern CAN Leader Alleges: El-Rufai Angry Because Kaduna No Longer Burying People Daily

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By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna More attacks came the way of immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, as he emerged in the cross hairs of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern States and Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Chairman of the association, Rev. John Hayab, pulled no punches in criticizing El-Rufai, describing his eight-year administration (2015-2023) as one that plunged the key North-Central State into grief, sorrow and blood just as he accused the ex-governor of discrimination against Christian communities in the State during his time in office. "He (El-Rufai) is angry because Kaduna is…
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03
2025
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Ex-Gov Osunbor Praises Former Dep Gov Obadan At 50th Marriage Anniversary

Ex-Gov Osunbor Praises Former Dep Gov Obadan At 50th Marriage Anniversary

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From Emma Ogoigbe, Warri A former Governor of Edo State, Professor Osarieme Osunbor, has lauded the love and unity still existing among old students of Anglican Grammar School, Ujolen in Edo State, enjoining them to remain united. Professor Osunbor made the commendation during the 50th marriage anniversary of former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rev. (Dr) Peter Obadan and his wife, Gloria E. Obadan, held recently in Benin City. Osunbor, who chaired the historic occasion attended by eminent Edo sons and daughters, described Rev. Obadan as a hardworking man, whose success came through relentless effort of serving God Almighty. According…
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03
2025
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A Call For Scrutiny: Why Ekiti NASS Members’ Assessment Must Be Called To Question

A Call For Scrutiny: Why Ekiti NASS Members’ Assessment Must Be Called To Question

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By Sunday Olajide Holding elected representatives accountable is a cornerstone of democracy. In principle, the initiative by the Justice Development and Peace Initiative (JDPI) of the Catholic Diocese of Ekiti, in collaboration with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), to assess the performance of the state's National Assembly members, is commendable. However, as it stands, this exercise is fundamentally flawed. A closer examination of its methodology, its apparent misunderstanding of legislative roles, and disregard for the realities of government funding reveals that the assessment risks producing a biased and misleading report. The Problem with Methodology: A Confluence of Biases The…
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03
2025
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2027: Mbah’s 2nd Term A Done Deal –Abuja-based Lawyer

2027: Mbah’s 2nd Term A Done Deal –Abuja-based Lawyer

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By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Abuja-based legal practitioner, Barrister Henry Okeke, has declared that Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has demonstrated rare leadership qualities that not only secure him an automatic return to office in 2027, but also position him as a future presidential material capable of transforming Nigeria. Okeke made the remark on Tuesday while speaking as a guest on Freedom Square TV during a post-event analysis of the just-concluded 2025 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA-AGC) held in Enugu. According to him, Gov. Mbah has “earned his pride of place among the finest leaders Nigeria…
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Sep
02
2025
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17 New Commissioners Sworn-in In Benue (See Names Inside)

17 New Commissioners Sworn-in In Benue (See Names Inside)

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By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on Monday swore in 17 newly appointed Commissioners charging them to remain loyal and accountable to the people. Performing the ceremony at Government House, Makurdi, the state capital, the Governor also urged them to maintain close ties with their communities, urging them also to be transparent in their activities to earn public confidence for the administration. The new commissioners include Dr Ortese Yanmar, Rev. Dr Fredrick Ikyaan, Michael Oglegba, Tiza Imojime, Alumo Orpin, Ugwu Odoh, Kunde Aondowase, Kwaghgba Amande, Joseph Ter Jir, James Dwem. Others are Dr Ornguga Yangien, Theresa…
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Sep
01
2025
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High Tension: Gov Openly Dares El-Rufai, Gives Final Warning

High Tension: Gov Openly Dares El-Rufai, Gives Final Warning

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*Gives Blow-by-Blow Account of El-Rufai Govt's Alleged Misdemeanors *'He Wants To Turn State Back Into Killing Fields… Will Not Be Allowed To Happen' By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna Tempers are rising in Kaduna State as Governor Uba Sani and his estranged political godfather and immediate predecessor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, are headed for a battle royale --in the public space for that matter. The State government today gave what it described as a final warning to El-Rufai, accusing him of plotting to cause mayhem across the North Central State in a desperate bid to "destabilize the state and drag it back into…
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Sep
01
2025
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Juju Scare Rocks FCTA Amid Head Of Service Death

Juju Scare Rocks FCTA Amid Head Of Service Death

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*Inside Story Of Sordid Goings-on By Felix Durumbah, Abuja Despite the sudden demise this morning of Head of Service, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Mrs. Grace Adayilo, whose position is ranked third in the FCTA hierarchy -- behind only the FCT Minister and FCT Minister of State --, normal activities were seen going on at the Area 11, Garki, Abuja headquarters of the Administration today. The development came as staff members, regular visitors and other persons familiar with goings-on in FCTA expressed fear of an alleged emerging diabolical syndrome in the Administration. Mrs. Adayilo was sighted in a video obtained…
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Sep
01
2025
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3000 IDPs Enjoy ECOWAS Peace Fund, Ucare Nigeria Interventions

3000 IDPs Enjoy ECOWAS Peace Fund, Ucare Nigeria Interventions

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By Sam Tyav, Makurdi About 300,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Benue State have benefited from the ECOWAS Peace Fund, in collaboration with a nongovernmental organization (NGO),UCare Nigeria. In a chat with Communications Officer of Ucare Nigeria, Mr. Paul Uche, he said the intervention was to bring relief to displaced persons. The communications expert said he was satisfied with what UCare Nigeria has done so far which he explained included the provision of free medical services, treatment of common illnesses, installation of solar lights, and building of state-of-the-art toilet systems designed to be accessible to persons with special needs. Other…
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01
2025
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Enugu Separates From Nationwide Hunger, Over 60,000 Benefit from Free Fertilizers, Inputs

Enugu Separates From Nationwide Hunger, Over 60,000 Benefit from Free Fertilizers, Inputs

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By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Food production and food security, veritable tools to eliminate hunger, received a big boost in Enugu State as over 60,000 farmers began benefiting from a fresh round of free fertilizer and agro-inputs distribution. State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, weekend, flagged off the exercise. The event, attended by thousands of farmers and stakeholders at Okpara Square, Enugu, the state capital, was described as another bold step towards food security, poverty eradication, rural prosperity, and the transformation of farming into a profitable venture in the state. Governor Mbah, who recalled that his administration distributed 12,000 bags of fertilizer…
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