Opinion

Hon. Obinna Aguocha’s Local Content Capitalization Bill As A Legislative Epoch.

Hon. Obinna Aguocha’s Local Content Capitalization Bill As A Legislative Epoch.

On the 17th of October, 2024, the federal legislative House sitting in Abuja captured in its publication a bill to ensure mandatory patronage of locally produced goods ably sponsored by Honorable Obi Aguocha, the member representing Ikwuano and Umuahia Federal Constituency and also a member of the Labour Party. This bill we're told followed a consolidation of three House Bills, 85, 1007, and 1330 sponsored respectively by Honorable Obi Aguocha from Abia State, Honorable Nnamdi Ezechi representing Ndokwa, Ukwuani Constituency from Delta state, and Honorable Jesse Okey Onuakulusi representing Oshodi Isolo Federal Constituency and a native of Anambra State. Recorded…
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Oyebanji @ 2! – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Oyebanji @ 2! – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (aka BAO) marked his second anniversary as Governor of Ekiti State, having been sworn in on October 16, 2022. Oyebanji’s two-year anniversary celebrates his dedication to Ekiti State’s progress. He has masterfully navigated Nigeria’s intricate politics, balancing competing interests and fostering growth through strategic investments in key sectors. With his ‘homeboy factor’ and extensive experience serving two former governors in six different capacities, the governor has managed to unite various tendencies within the state, bringing about peace, stability and development. In today’s political landscape, where transactional politics and the interests of the…
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Federal Government Declares End to Fuel and FX Subsidies

Federal Government Declares End to Fuel and FX Subsidies

The Nigerian Federal Government has announced the termination of fuel and foreign exchange subsidies, a policy change expected to significantly impact the country's economy. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, made this declaration during the presentation of the Nigeria Development Update by the World Bank in Abuja. Reasons Behind the Decision According to Edun, the subsidies had drained the country's economy, costing over N10 trillion, equivalent to five percent of Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The removal of these subsidies aims to free up funds for other critical areas of the economy ¹. Expected Outcomes…
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Dr. Ikpeazu Reveals Why He Refused To Betray His Predecessor

Dr. Ikpeazu Reveals Why He Refused To Betray His Predecessor

…. I Am a Sinner, but I Choose the Sin I Commit About his tenure as governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu addressed the long-standing public sentiment regarding godfatherism in Nigerian politics. Many Abians had called for Ikpeazu to distance himself from the influence of political godfathers, but he firmly stood his ground, explaining his decision with a mixture of loyalty and personal conviction. Loyalty Over Betrayal “I am a sinner, but I choose the sin I commit,” Ikpeazu stated, emphasizing that while he acknowledges his flaws, betraying those who have helped him is not one of them. He said:…
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Ohanaze Issues Stern Warning to Former Gov. Ikedi Ohakim Over Tenure Elongation Plans

Ohanaze Issues Stern Warning to Former Gov. Ikedi Ohakim Over Tenure Elongation Plans

PRESS RELEASE The Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization representing the interests and aspirations of the Igbo people, finds it imperative to address a matter of profound concern that threatens the integrity and democratic foundations of our esteemed organization. With less than 90 days until the scheduled Ohanaeze Ndigbo General Election on January 10th-11th, 2025, we feel compelled to issue an unequivocal warning against the surreptitious schemes that are purportedly being orchestrated by two governors from the Southeast. Recent actions suggest that an unpatriotic Igbo organization has been mobilized to entice Chief Ikedi Ohakim, a respected former governor, into…
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