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65th Birthday: Sen Orji Kalu Visits Sir Emeka Offor

65th Birthday: Sen Orji Kalu Visits Sir Emeka Offor

Eminent Businessman and Senate Committee Chairman on Privatization and Commercialization , Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on Friday night paid a courtesy call on the Chief Executive Officer of Chrome Group and renowned philanthropist Sir Emeka Offor. Kalu who shared the pictures on his verified Facebook and Instagram pages congratulated the business mogul for his humanitarian interventions and pursuit of important cause Kalu wrote : “On a courtesy visit to my brother , Sir Emeka Offor who just turned 65 years. I joined his children to celebrate his 65 years of impacting on lives” It will be recalled that Sir Offor…
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My Take on Nigeria’s Debt, Dollar Dilemma, and BRICS Ambition – Prince Ike Okorafor

My Take on Nigeria’s Debt, Dollar Dilemma, and BRICS Ambition – Prince Ike Okorafor

As a Nigerian living in the US, I have been following the news about my home country with great concern and interest. Nigeria, the largest economy and oil producer in Africa, is facing a serious debt crisis that threatens its economic stability and future prospects. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria’s public debt stock stood at N46.25 trillion (US$103.11 billion) in Q4 2022, an increase of 658 percent since 1999. Of this amount, N18.70 trillion (US$41.69 billion) was external debt, while N27.55 trillion (US$61.41 billion) was domestic debt. The rising debt burden has been driven by several factors,…
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OPINION: The NBA Has Come A Little Late To The Party, By Engr. Odo Ijere

OPINION: The NBA Has Come A Little Late To The Party, By Engr. Odo Ijere

This signing of the Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership ETIP by the Minister of Trade and Investment is simply put a recolonization agenda coming through the back door. This trade deal accommodates British legal practice in Nigeria and does not provide for Nigeria legal practitioners to compete in UK. The real debate about this Enhanced Trade Partnership deal should be whether at this point of our nationhood, there is plausible need for us to resubmit ourselves as a nation to another era of British colonization in view of the fact that we're not just able to manage our affairs sustainably…
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Over 50 ‘Influencers’ Laundering Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo’s Image  On X

Over 50 ‘Influencers’ Laundering Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo’s Image On X

According to FIJ, no fewer than 50 accounts operated by influencers have been engaged to promote Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, on social media. Since taking up a ministerial role in the government of President Bola Tinubu in August 2023, Tunji-Ojo has made frequent appearances in the media, discussing his efforts to ease international passport registration and collection for Nigerians. His public image in the media remained spotless until a contract scandal involving a company he personally founded became public knowledge in the first week of January. Evidence emerged on January 7 that Tunji-Ojo’s New Planet Project Limited obtained…
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School Feeding During Lockdown, Money Laundering, Other Controversies Of Humanitarian Affairs Ministry

School Feeding During Lockdown, Money Laundering, Other Controversies Of Humanitarian Affairs Ministry

When it comes to political office holders in Nigeria, women are as capable of corruption as men. While 2023 ended with the news of N37.1 billion laundered in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation under Sadiya Umar-Farouk, a former minister, the year 2024 came with another scandal linked to the same ministry. As seen on the homepage of the ministry’s website, Betta Edu, the minister who took over from Umar-Farouk, vowed that under her leadership, “the Ministry will position itself in light of the prevailing humanitarian situation in the country through its vision, mission and core values to…
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Spotlight: Who Is Lucky Aiyedatiwa?

Spotlight: Who Is Lucky Aiyedatiwa?

In the early hours of Wednesday, Nigerians woke up to the news that Rotimi Akeredolu, Ondo State Governor, had passed away after a protracted battle with prostate cancer. He was 67. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Akeredolu’s deputy, who had also been standing in as the acting governor of the state, has been sworn in as the late governor’s successor. Born on January 12, 1965, in Obe-Nla, an oil-producing community in the Ilaje area of the state, Aiyedatiwa had his primary school education at Saint Peter’s Primary School, Obe-Nla, between 1970 and 1976. He then attended Ikosi High School, Ketu, Lagos, for his…
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Chief Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa: Celebrating A Seasoned Technocrat And Trailblazer At 49

Chief Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa: Celebrating A Seasoned Technocrat And Trailblazer At 49

In the heart of the ancient land of Ohafia, Hon. Ibe was born into the illustrious Chief Okwara Osonwa family of Ebem-Ohafia. As he graciously marks his 49th birthday today, this iconic personality, often referred to as Oke Abba of Ohafia, invites us to reflect upon a legacy studded with exceptional achievements. A technocrat, seasoned financial expert, and a visionary leader.   Biography Ibe Okwara Osonwa was born on December 24, 1974, in London. He hails from Ebem Ohafia and received his early education at Federal Government College Okigwe, where he obtained his first school leaving certificate (FSLC). He pursued…
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Aide Salutes Chief Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa On His Birthday Anniversary

Aide Salutes Chief Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa On His Birthday Anniversary

The Personal Assistant to the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Mr. Nnanna Amadi Kalu Umeh has congratulated his boss, Chief Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa on the occasion of his birthday. In a birthday message made available to THE WHISPERER on Saturday evening in Abuja, Mr. Umeh described Rep Osonwa as the right to represent Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, due to his open door policy and people-oriented inclusiveness. He said: “Happy birthday to you my boss and member representing Arochukwu/OhafiaFederal Constituency, Hon. Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa (Òke Abba 1 of Ohafia). “The Moses of our time! Few…
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UAAP Congratulates Ex—Minister, Dr. Uche Ogah On His Birthday

UAAP Congratulates Ex—Minister, Dr. Uche Ogah On His Birthday

The leadership of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) under the board chairman of High Chief Raymond Nkemdirim has described Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah OON, as a great man, while celebrating him on the occasion of his birthday. In a press release made available to THE WHISPERER and signed by the Convener of UAAP Amb. Dr. Osita Offor “Ultimate Commander”, he posited that Chief Ogah is one of the icons of good leadership in Nigeria and Abia State in particular, he revealed that life style and track record of Dr. Ogah should be celebrated as he is a man…
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OPINION: Why Abia State’s 2024 Budget is Not as Good as It Seems: A Data-Driven Critique, By Prince Ike Okorafor

OPINION: Why Abia State’s 2024 Budget is Not as Good as It Seems: A Data-Driven Critique, By Prince Ike Okorafor

This is a candid response to the views of Dr. Philips Nto, a former commissioner for finance and economic planning in Abia State, on the state's 2024 budget. Dr. Nto had lauded the budget as realistic and capable of boosting the economy, especially through its high allocation to capital expenditures. It is also his opinion that borrowing is not a bad idea, as long as the borrowed funds are invested in productive projects. Nonetheless, Prince Ike Okorafor, who holds a strong commitment to promoting good governance in Abia State, has some reservations and critiques regarding Dr. Ntos assertions, based on…
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