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Apr
13
2022
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2023: Is Ugwuanyi Planning A Surprise For Enugu?

2023: Is Ugwuanyi Planning A Surprise For Enugu?

2023 Guber, Politics
JOHN-FRANCIS NWAROH The setting in Enugu today is like that of 2007. The eventful tenure of Dr. Chimaroke Nnamani as Enugu State governor was coming to an end and a crowd of aspirants had formed for the state governorship under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Many of his aides and political associates who rose from the ranks of Ebeano, the political group he formed, were jostling to take over from him. The list included die-hard Ebeano disciples like Deputy Governor Okechukwu Itanyi, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, his Secretary to the State Government Dan Shere, presidential adviser Prof. Osita Ogbu, former Udi Chairman…
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Apr
09
2022
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Uzor Receives Endorsement In Udi, As PDP Members Boo Dennis Amadi

Uzor Receives Endorsement In Udi, As PDP Members Boo Dennis Amadi

Politics
By Sydney Ezenta It was a memorable outing on Saturday for Dr. Festus Uzor, Chief of Staff to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, as stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Udi endorsed his aspiration to run for the House of Representatives. Uzor who seeks to represent Udi-Ezeagu federal constituency in the National Assembly had informed the crowded meeting at the Udi Local Government Legislative Hall, that he had completed his nomination form and was in Udi to seek their approval to submit it to the party. With one voice, party leaders at the monthly stakeholders meeting approved his request to…
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Apr
09
2022
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Udeh: I’ll Advance Ugwuanyi’s Good Governance Ideals

Udeh: I’ll Advance Ugwuanyi’s Good Governance Ideals

2023 Guber, Interviews, Politics
At 42, Dr. Kingsley Udeh is head of the back room where the lofty policy initiatives of Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi are formulated. He is a Development expert with versatile academic qualifications and multi-sectoral experience in governance. Udeh holds a Master’s Degree in Law (Nottingham) and PhD from the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa. Until he resigned last week to seek the PDP nomination for governor, Ude was Special Adviser to Ugwuanyi. With a solid base as a cross between the youth and the older generation that constitute the political leadership in the state, he is untainted by any past unsavoury…
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Apr
05
2022
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As Kaduna Is Shut Off By Road, Air And Rail

As Kaduna Is Shut Off By Road, Air And Rail

Opinion
BOLAJI ADEBIYI Recent terror attacks close all routes to Kaduna It takes personal restraint and courage not to be cynical about the mass graveyard that Nigeria has become under the watch of Muhammadu Buhari. Carried into power at the fourth try on the back of a general disenchantment with the security situation in the country, Nigerians looked forward to an improved and secured environment that would provide a conducive atmosphere for their economic growth and development. Almost seven years after, many discerning Nigerians have now come to the conclusion that indeed, 2015 was a mistake and its product, an avoidable…
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Mar
18
2022
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Bianca: Why I Slapped Ebele Obiano

Bianca: Why I Slapped Ebele Obiano

BREAKING
"The Former First Lady Was Drunk" Widow of the late Igbo leader, Ikemba Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Bianca, has shed light on what led to the fight between her and the immediate former First Lady of Anambra State, Ebelechukwu Obiano. Bianca said the former First Lady was drunk and verbally abused her at the public event. The incident resulted in Bianca giving the former First Lady a slap during the inauguration of the new governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo on Thursday. In an interview with Arise TV on Friday, Bianca said she was already seated when Ebelechukwu arrived at the venue…
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Mar
17
2022
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Former Anambra Governor, Willie Obiano, Arrested

Former Anambra Governor, Willie Obiano, Arrested

BREAKING, Politics
The immediate past Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, has been arrested. Obiano who handed over the mantle of leadership to Prof. Charles Soludo in Awka today, was arrested by the Economic and Financial crimes commission, EFCC at the Lagos airport at about 8.30pm. The former governor who was about to board an international flight was on his way to Houston, Texas, USA. It could not be ascertained at press time if his wife and children were travelling together. Details of the arrest are currently sketchy but unconfirmed sources claimed it is in connection with financial impropriety while in…
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Mar
16
2022
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24 Hours To Inauguration, Soludo Receives Handover Documents

24 Hours To Inauguration, Soludo Receives Handover Documents

BREAKING, Politics
Though Professor Chukwuma Soludo has another 24 hours before he assumes duty as Anambra State Governor, he has, nevertheless, received handover documents from the outgoing governor, Chief Willie Obiano. Obiano, on Wednesday, formally handed over the official government documents to him at the Government House, Awka. Obiano also conducted the governor-elect round offices in Government House. The ceremony was witnessed by the outgoing secretary to the state government (SSG), Professor Solo Chukwudebelu, and some aides of Soludo. At the ceremony devoid of any fanfare, Obiano handed over to Soludo documents containing assets and liabilities of the state, as well as…
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Mar
14
2022
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Editors Mourn Emmanuel Yawe

Editors Mourn Emmanuel Yawe

Media
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has expressed shock, sadness and a deep sense of loss over the death of one of its dedicated members and veteran journalist, Mr. Emmanuel Yawe, who died in his sleep last Thursday, March 10, 2022. An editor's editor, trainer and mentor to many of the Editors on the seat today, Yawe, until his demise, was also the National Publicity Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF. A statement from the NGE, signed by its President, Mustapha Isah, and General Secretary, Iyobosa Uwugiaren, recalled how the late Yawe remained a committed member of the Guild…
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Mar
11
2022
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As Sanctions Bite, Russia Goes On The Offensive

As Sanctions Bite, Russia Goes On The Offensive

BREAKING, Economy, Foreign
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reacted to the ongoing mass withdrawal of companies from his country over its invasion of Ukraine. On Thursday he endorsed a plan to nationalize foreign-owned businesses that flee the country. The Russian government has been alarmed over job losses and other economic pain the exodus is inflicting. Putin’s approval of the plan, scheduled to be discussed in Russia’s parliament, came as Goldman Sachs said it was “winding down” its business in Russia, following hundreds of other Western firms that have closed or suspended operations. During a meeting with government officials Thursday, Putin said Russia must…
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Mar
11
2022
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Gov. Akeredolu: Why Buni Was Sacked

Gov. Akeredolu: Why Buni Was Sacked

BREAKING, Politics
*Matawalle calls for caution Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has waded into the mega-crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) leading to the removal of Yobe Governor, Alhaji Mai Mala Buni as Caretaker Chairman and head of the Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC). The Ondo State Governor has alleged that Buni perfected moves to create a crisis in the party and to ensure that the March 26 national convention does not hold. In his view, the sack of Buni as APC’s Chairman of the Caretaker and Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC), was long overdue. The governor in a statement he personally signed…
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