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Our Intention In  Building Correctional  Facility Is To  Reduce  Congestion – Gov. Otti

Our Intention In Building Correctional Facility Is To  Reduce Congestion – Gov. Otti

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, says his intention in building new facilities for the Correctional Centres in Abia State is to reduce congestion in the facilities. Governor Otti stated this on Friday, November 21st in his office, when the new Zonal Coordinator of the Nigerian Correctional Services, Owerri, Zone E and Assistant Controller General of Corrections , Dr Ngozi Amanze, paid him a familiarisation visit. In the words of the Governor, "Our intention when we decided to build new facilities (for the Correctional Centres) is to reduce congestion and reduce the temptation to more crime in there. "Even…
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Business Mogul Jack-Rich Extols Ex-President Jonathan At 68, Describes Him As Global Statesman

Business Mogul Jack-Rich Extols Ex-President Jonathan At 68, Describes Him As Global Statesman

Business mogul and philanthropist, Tein T.S. Jack-Rich (CON), has felicitated with former President Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan (GCFR) on the occasion of his 68th birthday, describing him as a rare statesman whose life embodies peace, humility, and democratic values. In a statement personally signed by him on Wednesday, Jack-Rich praised Jonathan for his “unwavering commitment to the peace and democratic stability of Nigeria,” noting that his contributions continue to inspire millions across the country and the African continent. He said the former president’s “exemplary leadership, deep patriotism, and continuous devotion to peacebuilding across Africa” remain a reference point in national…
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BREAKING! ‎NAF Precision Strikes Destroy Terrorists Enclave In Sambisa (Photos)

BREAKING! ‎NAF Precision Strikes Destroy Terrorists Enclave In Sambisa (Photos)

The Nigerian Air Force under the directive of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke has achieved another major breakthrough in the ongoing counterterrorism operations with a precision Air Interdiction mission conducted on 19 November 2025 at ARRA, a notorious terrorist hideout within the Sambisa general area.‎‎ Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame indicates that the Air Component of Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI initiated the attack following series of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions that tracked terrorist movements following the 17 October ambush on ground troops at KASHOMRI. ‎The strike achieved…
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Repentant Bandits Release 45 Captives in Katsina State.

Repentant Bandits Release 45 Captives in Katsina State.

In a significant breakthrough, 45 captives, including men, women, and children, have been freed by repentant bandits in Katsina State. The release took place at a border village between Faskari and Bakori Local Government Areas on Monday, November 17, 2025. The bandits, led by Alhaji Isiya Kwashen Garwa, handed over the captives to the Bakori Local Government authorities. The release is seen as a major confidence-building step, following a peace deal meeting where the bandits promised to free captives. Engr. Abdurrahman Kandarawa, the lawmaker representing Bakori, witnessed the handover and thanked the repentant bandits for honouring the agreement. He emphasised…
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Enugu Senator Okey Ezea Dies During Treatment in the UK

Enugu Senator Okey Ezea Dies During Treatment in the UK

The senator representing Enugu North Senatorial Zone, Barrister Okey Ezea, popularly known as Ideke, has died. He reportedly passed away on Tuesday. Information indicates he was in the United Kingdom receiving medical treatment before his death. An elder statesman close to him,Chief Nkem Ossai, confirmed the development and described the late Ezea as a man with a heart of gold who will be deeply missed by his constituents. He explained that news of the senator’s death has thrown Nsukka and the entire Enugu North zone into mourning. Residents and supporters expressed shock over the sudden loss, especially since he had…
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