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Feb

16

2024

Abuja Supermarket Sealed Over Price Fixing

Business, Economy, Metro, NewsAbuja, Business, Economy, FCT, Metro

A popular supermarket in Abuja, Sahad Store, was sealed by the federal government on Friday due to allegations of price fixing and hoarding of commodities. The enforcement, led by Adamu Ahmed Abdullahi, the executive vice-chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), was a response to reports of the store charging prices different from those displayed on shelves. Mr. Abdullahi stated that FCCPC's preliminary investigation confirmed the supermarket's lack of transparency in pricing, contravening Section 115 (3) of the law. The store will remain sealed pending further investigation. Under Section 155, corporate entities found guilty could face fines…

Feb

16

2024

By David Okoye

Governor Zulum Calls for Day of Fasting and Prayer Amid Economic Hardship

Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsBorno state, Economy, Religion

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has issued a call to action amidst the current economic challenges faced by the state. In a broadcast to the citizens, he urged traditional rulers, clerics, and residents to observe a voluntary one-day fast on Monday, seeking divine intervention for peace, prosperity, and development. Expressing concern over the high cost of food items and its impact on families, Governor Zulum assured the people of decisive steps being taken to alleviate the situation. Emphasizing the importance of reviving the agricultural sector, he outlined efforts to increase food production and reduce dependence on palliatives. Acknowledging the…

Feb

15

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Clinton Ubah, Uzoma Okoro, Screened, and Certified To Run For Chairmanship of OMPAN

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, PoliticsAbia State, OMPAN, Politics

Chief Promise Uzoma Okoro, PUO, and Comrade Clinton Ubah have been given the green light by the electoral committee to vie for the position of association chairman in the general elections of 2024 Abia Online Media Publishers. The chairman of the election committee, Comrade Ugochuwku Nwankwo, addressed the two candidates running for chairmanship urging them to prioritise the good of the association and its unity in all that they do if elected. Prince Clinton Ubah He also used the opportunity to caution them against engaging in clannish campaigns, advising them to instead deliver their manifestos to association members, steer clear…

Feb

15

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

UAAP’s extraordinary General Meeting Endorses Gov. Alex Otti, Unveils Projects and Appoints New Exco.

Abia State, Entertainment, News, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Nigeria, Osita Offor, Politics, UAAP, Ultimate Commander

The United Abia Artistes and Patriots Forum (UAAP) has appreciated the development strides of Governor Alex Chioma Otti of Abia State in less than 9 months of piloting the affairs of the state. Members of the UAAP who passed a vote of confidence on the governor during their hybrid extraordinary annual general meeting on the 10th of February 2024, urged the governor not to relent, but to continue in his quest to rewrite the history of Abia State. The meeting, which had more than 50 diasporan Abian, connected via Zoom, also had numerous others present in the physical meeting in…

Feb

15

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Suffering and Uncertainty: Tinubu, Governors, IGP, Wike, and Others at an Emergency Meeting

Economy, Lifestyle, Metro, News, PoliticsBola Ahmed Tinubu, Economy, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Nyesom Wike, Politics, Security

The federation's governors, Chief Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FTC), Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, and other relevant parties are in attendance at President Bola Tinubu's emergency meeting. The meeting started on Thursday at around 11:30 a.m. Vice President Kashim Shettima is also present. There is a connection between the meeting and the security and economic crisis that the country is currently experiencing. It is being held in the Council Chambers of the State House in Abuja. In an effort to increase food availability, affordability, and accessibility nationwide, the Federal Government has begun to release…