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South East Economy: How we'll rebuild region, make it worth 200 Billion Dollars by 2035 - SEDC MD, Mark Okoye Kenneth Udeh from Abuja Through the expedition of a determined and transparent partnership with state governments, private sector and development partners Management of the South East Development Commission, SEDC says that the South-East Economy will be worth 200 Billion Dollars by 2035. The commission set the target through its Managing Director, Mark Okoye during its inauguration ceremony held in Abuja on Tuesday. By achieving such, Mark in his address stated that the South-East region will be contributing its quota to…

APC Ohafia LGA Congratulates Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on Senate Committee Chairmanship The All Progressives Congress (APC) Ohafia Local Government Area (LGA) Chapter has congratulated Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on his appointment as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission. In a statement, the Chairman of APC Ohafia LGA, Prince Emma Nwosu, described the appointment as well-deserved, applauding Senator Kalu’s leadership qualities and managerial skills. “Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has consistently demonstrated his commitment to the development of the South East region and Nigeria at large. His appointment is a testament to his dedication and…

SEDC: APC Umunneochi Congratulates Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on Senate Committee Appointment The All Progressives Congress (APC) Umunneochi LGA, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on his appointment as the Senate Committee Chairman for the Southeast Development Commission (SEDC). The appointment was made by the President of the Senate, His Excellency Senator Godswill Akpabio. In a statement signed by the APC Umunneochi LGA Chairman, Prince Ugochukwu Ezekwesiri, the party described the appointment as a testament to Senator Kalu’s leadership and credibility. It acknowledged the strategic importance of his new role in overseeing the infrastructural and economic revival…

Anambra Billionaire Native Doctor, Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, Arrested Over ‘Charms For Yahoo Boys, Kidnappers’ Governor Chukwuma Soludo-led Anambra State government has arrested and detained a popular celebrity native doctor in the state, Chukwudozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki. In a video of his arrest sighted on social media, Akwa Okuko was first taken to the office of the Deputy Governor of Anambra state, Gilbert Onyekachukwu Ibezim, where he was interrogated before he was forced into a waiting police van and taken away for detention. While being interrogated by the Deputy Governor, Akwa Okuko said he stopped…

Abia North 2027: Rev. Chika Ubani Tells Orji Uzor Kalu—‘Abians Won’t Accept Your Decision To Step Aside’ Prominent Abia-born cleric, Rev. Chika Ubani, has reacted strongly to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s recent remarks about the 2027 Abia North Senatorial election, insisting that the people of the state will not accept any decision by Kalu to withdraw from the race. Kalu, a former governor of Abia State and the current senator representing Abia North, had stated that his focus remains on delivering good governance rather than engaging in discussions about the 2027 elections. Speaking on his priorities, Kalu said: “My focus…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has claimed that Nigeria is witnessing a surge in reverse medical tourism, with patients from the United States and other countries coming to the nation’s hospitals to seek affordable and high-quality kidney transplants. Shettima attributed the choice of Nigeria for treatment to affordability and high-quality expertise within the country’s medical community. Speaking on Thursday during a courtesy visit by the Nigerian Association of Nephrology (NAN) at the Presidential Villa ahead of the association’s 37th Scientific Conference, Shettima stressed the need for further investments in specialised medical education to sustain this progress. He said, “There is reverse…

FULL LIST: Reps Committee Proposes Creation Of 31 More States The House of Representatives Committee on the review of the 1999 Constitution has proposed the creation of 31 additional states in the country. Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Kalu who presided over plenary on Thursday read a letter from the committee containing the proposed states. If approved, this will increase the number of states in Nigeria to 67. The letter read: “This is to inform members that the House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as altered),…

STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP OVERHAUL AT FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced significant leadership changes at several federal universities, including the University of Abuja, now known as Yakubu Gowon University. These changes are effective immediately. At Yakubu Gowon University, President Tinubu dissolved the entire governing council and relieved Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi of her duties as Vice-Chancellor. Senator Lanre Tejuoso, currently Pro-Chancellor of the University of Agriculture, Makurdi, has been appointed Pro-Chancellor of the Yakubu Gowon University. He will be succeeded in Makurdi by Senator Joy Emordi, now pro-chancellor of Alvan Ikoku University of Education.…

Decomposing body of missing Anambra lawmaker Azuka found The decomposing body of Hon. Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly who was recently declared missing, has been found. The Whisperer learnt on Thursday morning that the body was found at the 2nd Niger Bridge by a combined security team. The Police Public Relations Officer of the state, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the unfortunate incident to Daily Post in a text message. He said: “Yes, our operatives are currently at the scene. As soon as I get more details, I will keep you updated.” The lawmaker representing…

STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU DEPARTS FOR FRANCE AHEAD OF THE AU SUMMIT IN ADDIS ABABA President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Wednesday for Paris, France, on a private visit en route to Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital. In Addis Ababa, President Tinubu will join African leaders at the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council and the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the AU Heads of State, scheduled from February 12th to 16th, 2025. The president will arrive in Addis Ababa early next week for the African Union summit. While in France, President Tinubu will…