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Mar

04

2024

Nigerian Navy Destroys Illegal Refineries and Seizes Stolen Crude Oil in Bayelsa

Business, Economy, Metro, NewsBusiness, Economy, Metro, Navy

The Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base in Brass, Bayelsa, has conducted a successful operation targeting illegal refinery sites and seized stolen crude oil as part of the ongoing Nigerian Navy Operation Delta Sanity. Commanding Officer Capt. Murtala Aminu Rogo announced the destruction of three illegal refinery sites and a wooden boat, along with the confiscation of 160,000 liters of suspected stolen crude oil. The operation, aimed at combating illegal oil theft and bunkering in the Niger-Delta region, resulted in the interception and destruction of illegal activities following patrols conducted by Navy personnel along the Brass River and Akassa general area.…

Mar

04

2024

By David Okoye

Vice President Shettima Praises Tinubu’s Economic Reforms and Job Creation Initiatives

Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsEconomy, Kashim Shettima, Next Level, Opinion, Politics

Vice President Kashim Shettima lauds President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, stating they will strengthen Nigeria's economy despite short-term challenges. Speaking at the inauguration of the Outsource to Nigeria Initiative (OTNI) in Gombe, Shettima highlights Tinubu's strategic understanding of Nigeria's economic landscape and global trends. Shettima emphasizes that the tough decisions taken by the present administration are necessary for Nigeria's long-term economic prosperity, assuring citizens that the reforms will fortify the economy's foundations. He views these challenges as short-term hurdles paving the way for a resilient and prosperous future. Regarding the Outsource to Nigeria Initiative, Shettima sees it as a crucial…

Mar

04

2024

By David Okoye

Nigerian University Unions Threaten Total Shutdown Over Unmet Demands

Economy, Education, Metro, NewsEducation, Metro, Nigeria

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-academic Staff Union of Education and Associated Institutions (NASU) have issued a stern ultimatum to the Federal Government, threatening to shut down universities across the country within seven days if their demands are not met. SSANU President, Mohammed Ibrahim, conveyed this message during an interview on Channels TV's Sunday Politics, highlighting the critical role non-teaching staff play in university operations. Both unions have given the government a seven-day deadline, beginning from Monday, to address their grievances, failing which they will initiate mass action. Ibrahim emphasized that without the non-teaching staff,…

Mar

04

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Open Letter To Mben Politicians On Realities Of 2027 Politics – ANYA

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics, Sponsored2027, Abia North Youth Agenda - ANYA, Abia State, Next Level, Opinion, Politics, Udoeze Kalu

I have observed with keen interest and surprise the way politics is managed within our political sphere as a people. Today, I would like to dwell on the attitude of the average Ohafia politician who has continued to see elective position in Abia State as his birthright or a package that should be handed to him on a platter of gold, but the reality is, no matter which prism you view it from, elective position is to be contested, not given. My point here is not to say that Ohafia people do not deserve the lofty positions as governors, senators,…

Mar

02

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Investors are already drawn to Aba’s steady power.

Business, Economy, Metro, NewsAba, Abia State, Economy, Metro

Barely 24 hours after Geometric Power turned on consistent power in the economic hub of Abia State, investors have started to flow into Aba. Taiwanese directors of Maxxis Tyres reportedly paid traditional rulers in Ukanku Community, Ukwa East LGA, Abia State, a visit to look at the area where they aim to establish a large-scale tyre manufacturing facility. According to the now-viral post on social media, the production range will comprise tyres for cars, light trucks, ATVs, motorcycles, tricycles, trailers, and more. Taiwan-based Cheng Shin Rubber Industry Co. owns the Maxxis Tyres brand. It began as a manufacturer of bicycle…