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Jul

2023

UPDATE ON NDLEA: Stray Bullet Kills 2-year-old Boy In Delta

CRIME, METRO#Bullet, #DeltaState, #NDLEA, death

UPDATE: [NDLEA]: Stray Bullet Kills 2-year-old Boy In Delta A 2-year-old boy identified as IvanOnoseriegba, was struck by a stray bullet from operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Delta State Command while chasing suspected drug peddlers along Okpanam Road, Oshimili north local government area of the State. It was gathered that the NDLEA personnel shot sporadically into the air on Thursday July 13th 2023, when the stray bullet hit Ivan who was with his younger brother in his mother's shop on Edoz Plaza, close the Sweet Spirit hotel. The younger brother, Erhumossele, was equally wounded in one…

Jul

2023

By Famous Reporters

Gbagi Extols Media Mogul, Nduka Obaigbena, at 64

NEWS#KennethGbagi, #PrinceNdukaObaigbena, #ThisDayNewspaper, SDP

Gbagi Extols Media Mogul, Nduka Obaigbena, at 64 The largest employer of labour in Delta State and former Minister of State for Education, Olorogun Barr. Kenneth Gbagi FNIM, OON, has joined the media industry, particularly THISDAY newspapers, Arise magazine, and Arise Television family to celebrate their Chairman, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, CON, on the occasion of his 64th birthday anniversary. Gbagi, who is the Governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), in the March 18th 2023 election in the State, described Obaigbena as an outstanding media entrepreneur. A press statement signed by Gbagi's Chief Press Secretary Kenneth Orusi, on Saturday,…

Jul

2023

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PROF LAI OSO GOES HOME: IPC Lauds Indelible Landmark

NEWS#death, #IPC, #LaiOso, #Press

PROF LAI OSO GOES HOME: IPC Lauds Indelible Landmark The International Press Centre (IPC), Lagos-Nigeria has said the enormous contributions of late Prof. Lai Oso to the development of Communication and Mass Media in Nigeria shall stand as monuments to his memory as his remains are buried today, Friday July 14, 2023, in Sagamu, Ogun State-Nigeria. Prof. Oso was a Professor at the School of Communications and Media Studies, Lagos State University and had previously served as the Dean of the school between 2011 and 2015. He was also the pioneer President of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals…

Jul

2023

By Famous Reporters

A salute to Dr Alex Otti on Hon Acho Obioma’s appointment … By Journalist Obinna Ibe

FEATURES#AlexOtti, AchoObioma

A salute to Dr Alex Otti on Hon Acho Obioma's appointment ... By Journalist Obinna Ibe Since on the 11th day of July,2023, Abia State Governor,Dr Alex Chioma Otti released yet another sets of political appointees,and the name of Hon Acho Obioma ( Chomen) was among the political appointees,some people were excited over the good news,but some mischief makers went to town with biased colouration or interpretation as to why should the Governor Alex Chioma Otti rewards the captain of conquering squad with such a lesser befitting appointment. Detractors in their estimation felt that the position of Special Adviser on…

Jul

2023

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Abia-North: Kalu completes Abam Primary sch, distributes School Bags, Learning materials across district

NEWS#Abam, #OrjiUzorKalu

Abia-North: Kalu completes Abam Primary sch, distributes School Bags, Learning materials across district Kenneth Udeh As part of efforts to improve the learning standards of students across his Senatorial district, Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has completed the reconstruction of a Block of three classrooms at Abam, Arochukwu L.G.A of the zone. The school, "Amaeke Abam Primary School" forms part of other numerous infrastructure projects in Abia already completed and delivered as captured in the 2023 appropriation bill. To consolidate his efforts, Kalu won re-election into the 10th Senate,also commenced the second phase of the distribution of…

Jul

2023

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Mmesoma’s Suicide Attempt: Gov. Soludo Takes Action Moments After Suicidal Video Went Viral… As JAMB PRO, Febian Reacts

CRIME, Education#EjikemeMmesoma, #fraud, #jamb, #Prof.SoludoCharles

Mmesoma’s Suicide Attempt: Gov. Soludo Takes Action Moments After Suicidal Video Went Viral… As JAMB PRO, Febian Reacts Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra has swiftly intervened in the case of Mmesoma Joy Ejikeme, a young student who recently attempted suicide. Mmesoma’s desperate act came just hours after a video of her contemplating suicide went viral on social media platforms, prompting an outpouring of concern from the public. Governor Soludo took immediate action upon learning about the distressing situation. In a letter addressed to the principal of Anglican Girls Secondary School Nnewi, where Mmesoma is enrolled, he ordered that she be…

Jul

2023

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Delta State AGN Confirms Death Of Nollywood Actress, Okereke

ENTERTAINMENTS#AGN, #CynthiaOkereke, #Nollywood

Delta State AGN Confirms Death Of Nollywood Actress, Okereke The Chairman of Actors Guild of Nigeria, Delta State chapter, Mr. Emma Onyemeziem confirmed the death of a popular Nollywood actress to newsmen. It would be recalled that Okereke was kidnapped last year alongside actor Clemson Cornel, while filming in Enugu. According to him, the actress died on Wednesday morning from an undisclosed ailment. Although the cause of her death is yet to be ascertained, Onyemeziem said that Cynthia Okereke had been managing her health all the while. Also, Joseph Okechukwu confirmed the news in a post on his verified Twitter…

Jul

2023

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Lagos NIS: I’ve Zero Tolerance for Corruption, Corrupt Practices, CIS Dangana Vows

NATIONAL NEWS#Comptroller, #Immigration, Comptroller of Immigration #BalaAliyuDangana

Lagos NIS: I've Zero Tolerance for Corruption, Corrupt Practices, CIS Dangana Vows The Lagos State Command of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has a new leader. He is Comptroller of Immigration Bala Aliyu Dangana. He assumed office on July 5, 2023. In his inauguration speech during a meeting with the Command's management team and members of the press, the new Command's Comptroller, promised to unleash a leadership rooted in transparency, probity and professionalism for as long as he will hold sway in Lagos Command, which he described as the cradle of Immigration in Nigeria. "…necessity demands that I ensure that…

Jul

2023

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Ubani writes Tinubu, pleads for Kanu’s release, fixing of deplorable Eastern roads

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Ubani writes Tinubu, pleads for Kanu's release, fixing of deplorable Eastern roads By Henry Ojelu The immediate past chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Public Interest and Development Law, NBA-SPIDEL, Dr. Monday Ubani has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to kickstart the healing process of the Southeast region by releasing the leader of the Indegenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and fixing the deplorable roads in the region. In a letter dated July 10, 2023, Ubani commended the recent drastic measures taken by the President to tackle the numerous challenges in the country and pleaded that…

Jul

2023

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Embracing Dr. Otti’s New Reform Policies: A Call for Patience and Supportive Unity in Abia State

OPINION#AlexOtti, #IfeanyiUke, #Reformation

Embracing Dr. Otti's New Reform Policies: A Call for Patience and Supportive Unity in Abia State By Ifeanyichukwu E. Uke In Abia State, the dawn of a new government under the leadership of Dr. Alex Otti brings with it, a wave of enthusiasm and hope for positive change. As the state embarks on a new era, it is essential for Abians to embrace Dr. Otti's reform policies and exhibit patience, as these two factors will play a crucial role in building a prosperous and sustainable future for all. The Need for Reform Policies: Abia State, like many other regions in…