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Aug
27
2024
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CELEBRATING A VISIONARY LEADER: UAAP Honors Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor on His Birthday

CELEBRATING A VISIONARY LEADER: UAAP Honors Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor on His Birthday

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The United Abia Artistes and Patriots Forum (UAAP) is delighted to celebrate the birthday of its president, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, affectionately known as "De Ultimate Commander." In a statement, the organization praised Dr. Offor as a selfless and exceptional leader who has made significant contributions to the progress of Abia State. Dr. Offor's unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to Abia State's growth have been instrumental in promoting the state and attracting investors. The UAAP commended his leadership, emphasizing his positive impact on the organization's members. The group expressed its full support for Dr. Offor's continued leadership, assuring him of…
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Aug
26
2024
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Naira Plunges by N72.58 Against Dollar as Foreign Exchange Turnover Reaches $7.4 Billion in July

Naira Plunges by N72.58 Against Dollar as Foreign Exchange Turnover Reaches $7.4 Billion in July

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The Nigerian Naira suffered a significant decline, losing N72.58 against the US dollar in July 2024, according to the FMDQ financial market report. The foreign exchange turnover skyrocketed to $7.39 billion, representing a 10.02% increase from the previous month. In Naira terms, the FX turnover stood at N11.48 trillion, surpassing the N10.01 trillion traded in June. The Naira's depreciation led to an exchange rate volatility increase, with the local currency trading between N1,500.32 and N1,621.12 per dollar, compared to the previous month's range of N1,473.66 to N1,510.10 per dollar. Despite the Central Bank of Nigeria's efforts, the Naira's value against…
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Aug
26
2024
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Catholic Bishops Urge President Tinubu to Rethink Economic Policies Amidst Worsening Hardship

Catholic Bishops Urge President Tinubu to Rethink Economic Policies Amidst Worsening Hardship

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The President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to reassess his economic policies, citing the escalating hardship faced by Nigerians. Speaking at the 2024 Second Plenary Assembly of the CBCN in Auchi, Edo State, Ugorji emphasized that the current economic policies have caused more harm than good. Ugorji, also the Archbishop of Owerri, acknowledged that the socio-economic challenges facing the nation cannot be resolved by economic reforms alone. He advocated for a return to a regional system of government to combat corruption and address the nation's problems.…
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Aug
23
2024
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Tinubu Appoints Kekere-Ekun as Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria

Tinubu Appoints Kekere-Ekun as Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), following the retirement of Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. The ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, on Friday. Kekere-Ekun's appointment is subject to Senate confirmation, which would make her the 23rd CJN and the second female to hold the position. She succeeds Justice Ariwoola, who retired after reaching the mandatory age of 70 years, having assumed office on June 27, 2022. President Tinubu had earlier thanked Justice Ariwoola for his dedicated public service. The appointment of Kekere-Ekun marks…
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Aug
23
2024
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NDLEA Secures 302-Year Prison Sentence for 19 Drug Traffickers

NDLEA Secures 302-Year Prison Sentence for 19 Drug Traffickers

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the conviction and sentencing of 19 drug traffickers, including three kingpins, to a total of 302 years in prison. The convictions were secured through diligent prosecution by the NDLEA, following arrests made between July 1 and 31, 2024. The three kingpins, Bolanle Lookman Dauda, Ikeh Stanley Ifeanyi, and Christian Anyanwu, were sentenced to 21, 14, and 16 years in prison, respectively. Dauda was arrested while attempting to transport drugs to Ghana, while Ifeanyi was caught with 1,100 ampoules of fentanyl at the Idumota market in Lagos. Anyanwu was arrested with 1.4…
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