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Apr

18

2024

Navigating State Governance and Economic Transitions: Gov Otti’s Lecture at Johns Hopkins University

Abia State, Business, Economy, News, PoliticsAbia State, Politics

On Friday, April 19, 2024, the prestigious Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Affairs (SAIS) is set to host a thought-provoking lecture by Dr. Alex Otti OFR, the Executive Governor of Abia State, Nigeria. The event, titled "State Governance and Economic Transitions: Meeting the Challenges," promises to be an enlightening discussion on the intricate dynamics of state governance amidst economic transitions. Dr. Otti's wealth of experience and expertise in both the public and private sectors uniquely positions him to address the pressing issues facing states in Nigeria and beyond. As a seasoned economist and accomplished leader, he has spearheaded…

Apr

18

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

“May God Punish You All In EFCC, May You Not Die A Good Death.” – Charly Boy Attacks EFCC

Economy, Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionCharly Boy, Cubana Chief Priest, Lifestyle, Metro, Opinion

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has come under fire from Nigerian activist Charles Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, for arresting and charging businessman Paschal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, for abusing Naira. Charly Boy claimed that the EFCC was using "frivolous shenanigans" to divert the attention of Nigerians away from more pressing problems. He questioned the agency's decision to focus on such minor infractions rather than serious financial crimes. Charly Boy contended, "Spraying Naira is a part of our age-old familiar culture that promotes bonding among people." "It raises the question of whether the EFCC…

Apr

17

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Umuahia North Mayor vows to support OMPAN; reiterates LG’s effort to be JAAC Non-Dependent

Abia State, Column, Metro, PoliticsAbia State, OMPAN, Umuahia North

The Mayor of Umuahia North Local Government Area,Hon.High Chief Victor Ikeji has disclosed that his government was working so hard to push the Council to be non dependent on Joint Account Allocation Committee (JAAC),through reviving agriculture sector, said he would support the Online Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (OMPAN) as government needs the media to optimize its functions.He described himself as media friendly person, assured that his administration would continue to partner and engage the media in the area of information and communication. Ikeji who made this disclosure when selected members of the association paid him a courtesy visit in…

Apr

15

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Naira gains value on the FX black market, achieving N1,000 per dollar.

Business, Economy, Metro, NewsBusiness, Economy, Naira, Nigeria

At the start of Monday's foreign exchange market, the value of the Naira increased to N1000 per US dollar. Mistila Dayyabu, a Bureau De Change operator, revealed this to OHAFIATV News. The BDC operator says that during the course of the week, the Naira is predicted to strengthen even more below the N1000 per dollar barrier. On Monday, the value of one Naira is worth between N1000 and N10550. The Naira will strengthen more throughout the week, reaching less than N1000 per dollar, he told OHAFIATV News. This happened a few days after Goldman Sachs declared that the Naira was…

Apr

15

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

National Youth Alliance, Kano Young Traders Strengthen Ties

Column, News, Politics, VideoBin Abbas, National Youth Alliance, Politics

https://youtu.be/-Uqo1GkyeLI?si=zUoc2qGJnEp0yzDQ In their bid towards filling the gap left by lack of support from the three tiers of government, Kano Young Traders Association, in partnership with National Youth Alliance have forged ties, that will see the latter support the former. This came to the fire yesterday in Kano, when the President of National Youth Alliance (NYA), Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas, met the leadership of the Kano Young Traders Association, with Umar Adamu (Ra'is) in charge. Soeaking, NYA President, Ambassador Abbas explained that the power of youth is the common wealth for the entire world. "The faces of young people are…