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Sunday, 29th December, 2024 was a day filled with glitz and glamour in Abiriba, a clan in Ohafia Local Government Area, as prominent Nigerians, impact makers, and change-makers across diverse endeavors gathered to celebrate with eminent businessman and lawyer, Chief Jackson Agbai, popularly known as Kukunda Abiriba, on his traditional retirement (Ime Uche) ceremony of Okezie Age Grade. The age-grade celebration, also called Otaomu, Igba Uche, or Ime Uche (traditional retirement), is a ceremony for elders aged 60 to 65. During this event, they are celebrated and officially excused from active community service. This celebration takes place every three years…

NCOP Advocates Increased Cancer Care Funding at National Assembly The Nneka Chidoka Outreach Program (NCOP), led by its founder, Chief Osita Chidoka, has called on Nigeria's lawmakers to prioritise increased funding for cancer care in the 2025 budget. During a visit on Friday, January 17, to the Senate Committee on Health, chaired by Senator Ipalibo Harry Banigo, and the House of Representatives Committee on Special Healthcare, NCOP presented a robust advocacy plan to tackle Nigeria’s cancer crisis during the committees' budget defence. Chief Chidoka highlighted the urgent need to transition the Cancer Health Fund (CHF) into a sustainable Catastrophic Health…

The Court of Appeal, Abuja, has affirmed Barrister Julius Abure as the authentic National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP). The three-member panel in a judgement on Friday upheld the earlier decision of Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to accord the party under Abure all the rights and privileges of a political party duly registered in Nigeria. The appellate court upheld the March 2024 Nnewi convention that produced the Abure-led national leadership. More details to follow…

The founder of Cultivate Africa, Dr Dominic Joshua, has lamented the untapped potential in the country’s agricultural sector, which has been described as the cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy. According to Punch, Joshua said the underutilisation was due to systemic inefficiencies and a lack of innovation. The expert stated that Nigeria’s agricultural productivity is hampered by outdated practices, limited access to technology, and an underdeveloped value chain. He said, “Agriculture is often heralded as the cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy, yet its vast potential remains underutilized due to systemic inefficiencies and a lack of innovation. This untapped potential represents an opportunity for…

Rep. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Mourns The Passing of Hon. Adewunmi Onanuga The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, the Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives. Hon. Onanuga, who represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, after a brief illness. In his condolence message, Rep. Osonwa described Hon. Onanuga as a remarkable lawmaker whose passion for service and commitment to legislative excellence left an indelible mark in the National Assembly. “Hon. Adewunmi Onanuga was a…

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga. The House of Representatives earlier confirmed the passing of Hon. Onanuga, who represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State. She died on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, following a brief illness. In a statement released by the House Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi, Hon. Onanuga was described as a visionary leader, a dedicated public servant, and a passionate advocate for her constituents. Born on December 2, 1965, she was first…

BREAKING: House of Representatives Deputy Chief Whip Is Dead House of Representatives, National Assembly Office of the House Spokesman Press Statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE House of Representatives Mourns the Passing of Deputy Chief Whip, Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga Abuja-FCT | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 – It is with profound sorrow that the House of Representatives announces the passing of Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, who, until her demise, served as the Deputy Chief Whip of the House, representing the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State. She passed away earlier today, January 15, 2025, after a brief illness. Representative…

The allegation of corruption being taunted against Professor Is-Shaq Oloyede is a futile attempt to give dog a bad name in other to hang it. Professor Is-Shaq oloyede is one of our highly esteemed ambassador as man of integrity. He won our pricey Integrity Man of the Year Award in 2020 in public Service Category. How could anyone accuse a man like professor Is-Shaq oloyede of corruption against his impeccable and unimpeachable track record of public Service. Here's a brief overview of his service history: How could you indict a man who introduced Central Admission Processing System (CAPS), to ensure…

Etigwe Uwa Chairs African University of Science & Technology’s 10th Convocation as Varsity Honours SGF, UBA GMD, Kashim, Others  Abia-born legal luminary, Etigwe Uwa, SAN, on Tuesday chaired the 10th convocation ceremony of the African University of Science and Technology (AUST), a leading institution focused on advancing science, technology, and innovation in Africa. Uwa, who is the Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BOT) of the university, in his address, urged the graduating students to imbibe the spirit of patriotism and contribute to the accelerated growth of the country. He said: “To the graduating class of 2024, congratulations! We’ve had…

The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Senator John Azuta-Mbata on his emergence as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, and to Chief Charles Kalu Nkata as the National Financial Secretary of the organisation. In his message, Chief Osonwa praised the dedication of the newly elected leaders, noting their exceptional track record of service and commitment to the Igbo cause. According to the lawmaker, their emergence signifies a new dawn for Ohanaeze Ndigbo, and he expressed optimism about the future of the organisation under their…