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As political activities gradually gather momentum for the 2025 governorship election in Anambra state, prominent leaders have said that Sir Paul Chukwuma is the best governoship material in the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2025 governorship election in Anambra state. The leaders in a consultative visit to a former governor of Abia state, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu on Tuesday, in Abuja, described Chukwuma as a candidate with the right public service credentials, experience, managerial skills and leadership acumen to fly the ticket of the APC in the 2025 governorship election. Sir Chukwuma had in his entourage leading professionals, business…

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Etigwe Uwa has congratulated the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu on the occasion of his 40th birthday anniversary. Uwa in a birthday message to the deputy governor on Tuesday  said: “Happy birthday Your Excellency. May the grace and mercy of the Lord Almighty continually abide with you and your loved ones. May God grant you wisdom and strength as you discharge the duties of your exalted office. Happy Birthday once again warm regards. Etigwe Uwa SAN FCIArb”

I am sending my warmest wishes to you on your 40th birthday. It is truly a milestone to reach this age, and I am so grateful to have you as my brother, friend, and ally. As Deputy Governor of Abia State, you have shown great dedication, leadership, and passion in serving our community. Your commitment to excellence and your unwavering support for the people of Abia State is truly inspiring. I am constantly amazed by your intelligence, humility, and integrity. Your ability to navigate challenges with grace and wisdom is a testament to your character and strength of character. I…

The lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has extended his warm congratulations to the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, on his 40th birthday anniversary. Senator Kalu in a message by his media office said: “Engr. Emetu has exhibited good character, loyalty and excellent relationship between him and Governor Otti worthy of emulation. “He has shown good character, loyalty, dedication in several capacities and continues in the tradition of diligence and excellence in the service of Abians”. He added that, it all clearly proves that a deputy can work harmoniously with the governor,…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has so far recovered N30billion for the Federal Government while it has also placed 50 bank accounts under investigation in the ongoing probe of the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, including the erstwhile chief executive officer of the now suspended National Social Investment Programme Authority (NSIPA), Halima Shehu. Both Edu and Shehu were suspended about three months ago by President Bola Tinubu over alleged financial malfeasance. The President also suspended Social Investment Programme and, thereafter, asked the EFCC to take over the case and probe both embattled officials…

The Saudi Arabia, on Monday, said the crescent of Shawwal has not been sighted, indicating that the fasting will continue on Tuesday. It also added that the Eid-El-Fitr would hold on Wednesday, April 10 to mark the beginning of the new Islamic month. This disclosure was made on Haramin’s official Facebook page, an official platform for the Muslim community across the world. “The crescent moon was not sighted in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on Wednesday, 10th April 2024. “May Allāh allow us to utilise the remaining moments of this blessed month to engage in that…

Some members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives have demanded the immediate resignation of the party’s Acting National Chairman, Umar Ililya Damagum. The party members threatened to dump the PDP for another party if Damagum does not resign immediately, as they accused him of anti-party activities. Among other demands, they also demanded his replacement with another person fro the North Central in line with the constitution of the party. The demand of the aggrieved members, who are no fewer than 60, was convened by Hon Ugochinyere Ikenga, who led five other lawmakers to address reporters…

Governor Godwin of Edo State has picked Omobayo Godwin as his deputy, hours after the impeachment of Philip Shaibu. Omobayo’s inauguration is also set to take place on Monday at the Edo State Government House in Benin City. Already, friends and well-wishers have gathered at the inauguration venue for the swearing-in ceremony, according to a report by Channels Television. Born July 19, 1986, Omobayo hails from Akoko Edo Local Government Area of the state. The 38-year-old has a B.Eng Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and an MSc in Public Administration from the University of Benin (UNIBEN), preparing for the…

Edo State House of Assembly, on Monday, impeached the state’s Deputy governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu. The impeachment followed the adoption of the report of the seven-man investigative panel set up by the Assembly to probe allegations of misconduct against Shaibu. Details later

Abia-born cleric, Rev Kalu Ukpai Ota, has urged political parties in Abia State not to field candidates against the lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Orji Kalu in the 2027 National Assembly elections. Ota in a Thanksgiving Sermon on Sunday morning in Aba said indices showed that the former Abia state governor had performed well. He noted that Kalu’s portrait of legislative excellence has left no one in doubt of his parliamentary capabilities and expertise. “He remains the only leader to offer the state purposeful and transformational leadership both as a governor and as a…