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Jun

11

2023

Tinubu to make Nationwide broadcast on June 12 Democracy Day

News, Politics2023, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, June 12, Nigeria, Politics

In commemoration of the 2023 Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu will make a nationwide broadcast on Monday, June 12, 2023, at 7 am. A statement issued on Sunday by Abiodun Oladunjoye, Director of Information, State House, enjoinedtelevision, radio stations, and other electronic media outlets to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and Radio Nigeria for the broadcast. This should be the first official nationwide broadcast to Nigerians by President Tinubu since he assumed office on May 29, 2023.

Jun

11

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Police announce arrest of wanted Bandits’ informant in Abuja

NewsBandits, Boko Haram, Crime, Metro, Nigeria, Police, Security

…arrest Kuje Prison Escapee, and 11 others for Armed Robbery, possession of illegal firearms …Recover 3 AK47 rifles, 32 live ammunition, 6 locally made firearms Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested a wanted logistic supplier and informant to a kidnapping and banditry group terrorizing the FCT and its environs. The suspect, Mohammed Hamza a.k.a Auta, 25yrs old, was arrested by the anti-Kidnapping unit of the Command at the Mongoro Forest. Spokesperson of the command, SP Josephine Adeh said: “The suspect, who has been on the wanted list of the Command, is being held for his…

Jun

09

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tinubu Signs Bill Raising Judges’ Retirement Age Into Law

NewsBola Ahmed Tinubu, Next Level, Nigeria, Politics

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, signed the bill on uniform retirement age for judicial officers into law, two weeks after his assumption of office. The President signed the bill into law at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, making it the first bill signed by the President. Naija News reports that the constitutional bill seeks to extend the retirement age of High Court Judges and others from 65 to 70 years, while the retirement age of Justices of the Appeal and Supreme Courts is already pegged at 70. The proposed alteration was entitled ‘Constitution of The Federal Republic of…

Jun

04

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

The New Nigeria People’s Party: A Force to be Reckoned With in Abia State Politics

NewsIGP Alkali, Police, Politics

By Comr Amos Kalu The New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) is a force to be reckoned with in Abia State politics, especially after her successful impressive outing in the just concluded 2023 general election. The party has quickly become a major player in the state's political landscape, with a focus on providing effective and accountable leadership to the people of Abia. The NNPP has a strong commitment to the promotion of good governance, transparency, and the rule of law. The party also advocates for the protection of the rights of all citizens, regardless of gender, religion, or ethnicity. With its…

Jun

01

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Dr. Kalu mourns Dokpesi, describes him as a great man

Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, NewsEmeka Kalu, Personality, RIP

The convener of Global Initiatives for Good Governance and National Coordinator of PDP Coalaition, Chief Dr. Ekeka Kalu has sent condolences to the family of High Chief Raymond Dokpesi, describing his death as a big blow to the media industry and Nigeria in general. Dokpesi, the owner of Ray Power radio station and African Independent Television (AIT) died on Monday in Abuja. His death was confirmed in a statement on Monday by his son and Chairman of Daar Communications, Raymond Dokpesi Jnr In a condolence message, Dr Kalu hailed the impact the late Dokpesi made on the media in Nigeria.…