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Stop pleading for my release, struggle for self-determination not a crime - Nnamdi Kanu

Crime · Umuahia

Stop pleading for my release, struggle for self-determination not a crime - Nnamdi Kanu

Coverage: 2 sources

Detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has asked those pleading for his release from detention to desist. Kanu insisted that he hasn’t committed the crime of treason he has been accused of, arguing that the right to self-determination is guaranteed by the 1999 Constitution. The IPOB leader’s position is contained in a statement titled, ‘Upholding the rule of law is more important to me than anythin…See the Story

Police interrogate officers filmed manhandling civilian in Abia

Police · Umuahia

Police interrogate officers filmed manhandling civilian in Abia

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The Abia State Police Command has taken action following a video on Facebook showing police officers allegedly manhandling a civilian. The incident was said to have occurred along Lagos Street in Umuahia on February 20 as the footage quickly gained attention on social media. According to a statement by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Maureen Chinaka,See the Story

Abia First Lady Commits to Tackling Drug Abuse in State as Drug Control Committee Begins Work

Umuahia · Umuahia

Abia First Lady Commits to Tackling Drug Abuse in State as Drug Control Committee Begins Work

Emmanuel Ugwu-Nwogoin Umuahia Wife of Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has expressed commitment to fashioning a collective action to wage successful war against drug abuse in the state. SheSee the Story

Umuahia · Umuahia

Abia Govt. trains leaders of disability clusters on effective leadership

The Abia State Commission for the Welfare of the Disabled Persons, has strengthened the capacity of leaders of persons with disabilities (PWDs), to respond to the needs of their cluster groups. The two-day leadership training which began on Monday in Umuahia, brought together the seven cluster groups, including the Nigeria Association of the Blind, Abia []See the Story

Umuahia · Umuahia

NFF Lauded Over Organisation Of President Federation Cup

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has been commended for the high level of organisational prowess exhibited and the quality of competitiveness among clubs featuring in the ongoing 2024/2025 President Federation Cup, PFC, competition. NFF’s strategic partner on the Federation Cup, GTI Asset Management and Trust Limited, also hailed the clubs that registered for this year’s competition for exhibiting a high level of discipline as the state fin…See the Story

Umuahia · Umuahia

Abia Govt Makes Igbo Language Compulsory In Schools

Abia State Government has insisted that Igbo Language remains compulsory in basic and post-basic schools. The Governor who revealed this in a programme to celebrate the International Mother Language Day in Umuahia, by the Igbo Women Assembly, said the measure aims to encourage younger generations to take pride in their heritage. Governor Otti, represented by the commissioner for Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Matt Ekwuribe urged parents,…See the Story

Umuahia · Umuahia

A Viral Comeback As Lady Koikoi TV Rediscovers Mr. Spells - THE AUTHORITY NEWS

In a surprising and heartwarming twist, Lady Koikoi TV has rediscovered the internet sensation Mr. Spells, reigniting the public’s fascination with the beloved comedian whose unique spelling style once captivated audiences. After years of absence from the spotlight, Mr. Spells has resurfaced in a moment that has quickly gone viral, thanks to an exclusive interview shared by Lady Koikoi TV on Meta’s Facebook platform. Mr. Spells, known for his hu…See the Story

Africa · Umuahia

Nigeria: CSO, Journalists Team Up to Promote Transparency in Abia

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Umuahia -- In a bid to enhance the quality of governance in Abia State, a civil society organisation, the African Centre for Human Advancement and Resource Support(CHARS-Africa) has teamed up with the media to campaign for transparency and accountability.See the Story

Umuahia · Umuahia

Army, Police renew partnership to fight crime in Abia

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A delegation from 14 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Ohafia, led by the new Brigade Commander, Brigadier General H.M. Bello, has paid a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, at the State Headquarters, Umuahia. During the visit on Thursday, Bello, who recently assumed office as the Brigade Commander, 14 Brigade Ohafia, recognized the police as the lead security agency in internal security, and called for full c…See the Story

Umuahia · Umuahia

Man Kiills Woman, Twin Children In Abia

Twins, Moses Chris and Marvelous Chris, were killed and buried in a shallow grave in Umuahia, Abia State, by their mentally unstable uncle, Ibekwe Augustine James.The twins’ mother, Chinomso Nwabali James, was also killed by the suspect before he fled.Confirming the tragic development to DAILY POST on Wednesday, the Public Relations Officer of the Abia State Police Command, DSP Maureen Chinaka, said the matter was reported at Central Police Stat…See the Story

Umuahia · Umuahia

Abia Warriors topple Rangers from NPFLTop Four

Rangers Internationalhave dropped out of the top four in the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) after they were humbled 1-0 by Abia Warriors in the Oriental derby at the UmuahiaThe post Abia Warriors topple Rangers from NPFLTop Four appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.See the Story

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