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Michael Iheonukara Okpara

20 Apr 2024
Just recently, this reporter watched a video of a reception held for Dr. Michael Iheonukara Okpara, the former Premier of the defunct Eastern Nigeria. That must have been in 1960 at the Odida Anyanwu Local Government field, Umuahia, capital of Abia State.

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A group, Kaduna Good Governance Agenda (KGGA), has urged lawmakers in Kaduna state to emulate the member representing Lere Federal Constituency and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Commerce, Hon. Ahmed Munir, for his outstanding achievements in infrastructure development and youth empowerment. The group said the lawmaker has provided gainful employment, empowerment schemes, and infrastructure…
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E-hailing drivers, who are members of the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) Lagos State Chapter, have condemned the recent 50% price slash imposed by Bolt, a ride-hailing company, on its drivers. AUATON members lament that the drastic reduction in earnings has negatively impacted them amid struggles to make ends meet. The Spokesperson…
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Adamawa State Police Command, in collaboration with local security outfits, has successfully raided a notorious kidnappers' hideout in the Holma Mountains, Song Local Government Area. Police spokesman, SP Suleiman Nguroje, in a statement, that heavily armed suspects engaged security operatives in a fierce gun duel. "One kidnapper was neutralized, while others fled with bullet wounds.…
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The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has summoned Kenya Airways over the alleged inhuman treatment of Nigerian passengers in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital. This was after the Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Tunde Moshood, announced the treatment a Nigerian passenger was subjected to by the airline…
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The 67th Grammy Awards, held on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Peacock Theater on February 02, 2025, in Los Angeles, USA saw Nigerian artistes receive multiple nominations across various categories. However, only Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, secured a win, bringing home the Best African Music Performance award for her song ‘Love Me JeJe’.…
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Nigeria, a nation blessed with diverse cultures, ethnicities, and religions, stands at a critical juncture. As the country grapples with the
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Deeper Life Bible Church, Federal Capital Territory, has launched an evangelism project, christened 'Operation Save A Soul' targeting youth to expand and advance the Kingdom of God in Abuja and environs. The State Overseer, Pastor R.A Hassan, who officially flagged off the SAS Crusade at FCT Combine Worship Service in Kado, with over 3,000 worshippers…
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Security operatives have rescued 23 kidnapped victims from the hands of terrorists in Kaduna, following an exchange of gunfire with the bandit
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A 52-year-old Thai woman, identified as Orathai, has been arrested in Thailand for her alleged involvement in a Nigerian romance scam. According to the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), Orathai is accused of receiving the sum of ฿6.3 billion (approximately ₦138.7 billion) from a scam victim into her bank account. An arrest warrant had been issued…
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Determined to address the increased rate of maternal and child mortality in Nigeria, the Kano State Government said it is committed to implementing the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII). The state government assured the public of its willingness to implement a strategic solution to the mortality of pregnant women in the state.…