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From Augusta Favour Eke Hon.Justice Ibrahim Buba, who recently  retired as a Judge of the Federal High Court, has been bestowed with an  award of excellence from (AYAGG) in recognition of his exceptional track record philanthropy, distinguished leadership, and extraordinary passion for both youth development. The iconic retired judge was also fated for his impressive track record in social justice, societal upliftment and relentless services to humanity. Born to the family of Mallam Buba Nyaure Malabu and Hajiya Zainab Abubakar (Hajja Babu), in Njawai, on the Mambilla Plateau, Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State he was raised by his father and step-mum. He had early Qur’anic education at Njawai and was one of the pioneering set of pupils of L.E.A Primary School Njawai (1969 - 1975),  where he was a class captain/monitor.  He proceeded, to Government Secondary School Gembu from (1975- 1980), and in addition to his studies, played a lot of basketball, and almost made the cut

A multi-talented Nigerian damsel Udoudo Maryjane has thrilled social media with her stunning photos as she displayed her multiple talents on her birthday. Udoudo Maryjane who is a trained accountant, Media enthusiast, gospel/inspirational music artist, Real estate consultant, CEO Kraftivity Reality TV show , CEO Jannysmiles beauty and wellness studios  and as well doubles as a media aide to Her Excellency Rashida Bello expressed gratitude to God for another beautiful birthday to celebrate. Follow Udoudo on IG @maryjaneoffici https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cs-iSFxI8r1/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==</div https://open.spotify.com/track/30VlG77yrTqqVzxz2qPlxI?si=nX28yAWWTQ-GXUsmVKUC0g subscribe to Udoudo's YouTube https://youtu.be/_3N9tvNQJjc

In just few hours to the the swearing in of Sen Bola Amed Tinubu and his vice Sen Kashim Shettima, a foremost youth leader FBI Oyefeso has reassured Nigerians that the government of Tinubu/Shettima will incorporate and favour the youths as promised. FBI Oyefeso during a roundtable dinner in preparation for the presidential swearing in told newsmen that the incoming president Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a man known for empowering and creating jobs. Earlier, he commended Nigerians for exercising their franchise amidst the threat many persons went through during the pre-electioneering period. Speaking further, he expressed confidence and hope, calling on other Nigerians to give the incoming president all the needed supports in delivering good governance. The program which held yesterday at the Federal Capital Territory had dignitaries from all parts of the nation which include; former FCT Minister Alh Aliyu Modibo Umar, Special Assistant to the Speaker Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila Hon.

The Clarion Call Care Group and the Nisa Medical Group, has called for more care and support for organ donors across the country. The group made the appeal at the 2023 Inaugural Living Donor Day Celebration, organised to honor selfless individuals, who had donated an organ, in Abuja. Dr Ibrahim Wada, Founder, Nisa Medical Group, said the event which is the first of its kind in Nigeria, was organised to connect and honour individuals who had given the gift of life to others. “I say to them, your courage, compassion, generosity have touched the lives of countless individuals andfamilies and for that we thank you. “Through this event, we aim to not only recognize but also offer our support to living kidney donors who have often undergone challenges in their journey to give life to someone else. “We want to provide a platform for living donors to share their experiences, to connect with others who are on similar journeys and to receive the support and care that they rightful

The Rivers state coordinator, Nigeria Youth Movement for Asiwaju, Mr. Ima-owaji Shedrack has commended the president elect His Excellency, Bola Amed Tinubu for finding time to appreciate Rivers people for voting him at the just concluded general election. Mr. Ima-owaji Shedrack during the commissioning of projects said Rivers people are elated aligning with the ruling party for the development of the state and nation Nigeria. Speaking further, he charged Nigerians to always sue for peace and national unity as a new president will assume office in May 29th 2023, adding that without it there cannot be development.###

Watch how group expresses satisfaction over the just concluded governorship elections in Ekiti State.

By Caleb Ishaya The ruling All Progressives Congress APC, has reschedule the sale of expression of interest and nomination forms for elective positions which was originally fixed for today. Report indicates that the new leadership of the party has also sent all the six directors at the APC National Secretariat, Abuja on compulsory leave. It was gathered that the rescheduling of the sale of forms was informed by the inability of the contractor handling the printing of the forms to deliver on time. At the close of work yesterday, the APC Directorate of Organisation was yet to take delivery of the forms. It was also gathered that the party was yet to fine-tune the guidelines for the sale of the forms and the primaries. Recall that the National Executive Committee, NEC, on Wednesday approved the sale of nomination forms to commence on Saturday, April 23. It was also confirmed that the party was yet to fix a new date for the commencement of the sale of forms. The APC National S

Amaechi, the Buhari's anointed candidate fit for the job Written By Ima Shedrack There are high indications that president Mohamadu Buhari has adopted the Minister for Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi as his successor after serving as the president of Nigeria for two consecutive times. This could be deduced by the body language of the president within a short period of time following some current activities happening in the All Progressives Congress. Firstly, the All Progressives Congress successfully zoned her party's presidential seat to South which foreclosed other aspirants from indicating interests. Secondly, Buhari during APC national convention insinuated that the highest bidder must always not get the ticket, understanding the fact that the former governor of Lagos State, His Excellency Bola Tinibu was already at the forefront. Amidst the long silence of the president's successor, the Minister for Transportation, Rt Hon. Rotimi Amaechi today made a formal

A top member of the All progressive Congress, Siaka Musa has described governor Yahaya Bello as the youthful leader that can fit-in the office of the next president of Nigeria in 2023. Hon. Siaka made this known during the formal declaration of Governor Yahaya Bello at the Eagle square today in Abuja. He beacon Nigerians to look towards a youthful leader that will tackle stomach infrastructure and security when selecting their next president.

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has called on President Muhammadu Buhari, his fellow governors and other stakeholders in the party to support the candidature of the Minister for Intergovernmental Affairs, Senator George Akume the next All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman. He said: “As the Executive Governor of Borno State, who believes in the concept fairness, equity and justice, I plead with His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, all the executive governors of our great party, esteemed party chieftains and elders to unanimously endorse Distinguished Senator George Akume, the former Executive Governor of Benue State as the new National Chairman of the APC.” Zulum added: “One thing about me is that I don’t pretend. Even Mr President is aware of this fact about my character traits. To give our very own Christian brothers and sisters in our great party, the APC, the sense of belonging, Senator George Akume deserves the total support of all party chieftains

INEC RELEASES CALENDAINEC RELE ASES CALENDAR FOR CAMPAIGNS OVER 2023 PRESIDENTIAL AND GUBERNITORIAL ELECTIONS R FOR CAMPAIGNS OVER 2023 PRESIDENTIAL AND GUBERNITORIAL ELECTIONS The National Independent Electoral Commission, INEC – have released calendar and political itinerary in 2022 in Nigeria. The calendar is consists of political activities bordering the 2023 presidential and gubernatorial elections in the country. According to the calendar released by the INEC, starting from March 2022 the commission will give guidelines to the respective parties to conduct primary election that will birth flag bearers. The calendar made it clear that by April 2022, campaign for presidential and gubernatorial elections will kick off, whereby, May 2022, there will be party Congresses across Nigeria. Fast forward to February 2023, when the presidential election will officially be conducted. Check out the calendar below 1. Consultation continues January: 1-31 2. Intensive consultation cont

A top stakeholder in the All Progressive Congress has said there is no factional chairman in the party ahead of the forth coming national convention.   Mr. Bashir Gegu told newsmen shortly after the caretaker chairman His excellency governor Bala Buni inaugurated thirty-six state chairmen and that of the Federal capital Territory at the party's National secretariat, at Abuja. He said those complaining of factional chairman in the party are not real members but mole stressing that the party has concluded elections for state executives in 2021. R esponding to questions on 2023 election, the Kogi politician said he is fully in support and waiting for governor Yahaya Bello to declare his intention. He noted that the governor has all what it takes, especially as a youth which is what Nigerians are currently yearning for. Speaking further, he riddicled the People's Democratic Party, stressing that they have nothing to offer in this country again, opining that the P

...thanks Party Leaders for ensuring a seamless exercise. The Chairman, Governing Board of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Rt. Hon. Asita Honourable has congratulated the newly elected State Executive Committee (SEC) members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State. In a congratulatory message made available to the public in Port Harcourt, Asita expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the Congress describing it as transparent, free and fair. He also stated that the congress saw the emergence of persons with proven track records of excellence and total dedication to the Party adding that his confidence in their ability to deliver on their tasks was not in doubt. "I warmly congratulate our newly elected party executives who emerged through a seamless and transparent Congress. As men and women of proven competencies, I have absolute confidence in their capacity to pilot the affairs of the party in Rivers State and lead the APC to vict

Stakeholders in the Nigeria's Agricultural sector has began new moves to strengthen the nation's economy. In a sensitization meeting put together by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment inconjunction with Federation of Agricultural Commodity Association in Nigeria FACAN, accessments and resolutions were made to rejig the sector as well look into the issue of internal wranglings in NGROPPMAN. The meeting which held in Abuja on Friday brought representatives of over forty commodities and national executives. Some of the attendants are; Hon. Aimu Foni who doubles as the president National Groundnut Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria NGROPPMAN. Others include; Mr. Robert Ekemita, Mr. Adebayo Adeniyi. Jenifer, Abdulralsheed. On his part, Hon. Aimu Foni expressed readiness in actualizing the diversification of Nigeria's economy through mass production of groundnuts. In statement made available to the media desk, he thanked the

 If Senator Magnus Abe could do the underlisted and more not captured here as a Senator , imagine what he would do if given the opportunity to serve as governor of Rivers state in 2023 . ... I deal with facts and figures... FOOTPRINTS OF A PERFORMING SENATOR , MAGNUS NGEI ABE. THIS IS THE REASON WHY THE RIVERS PEOPLE LOVE HIM MORE, COME 2023. HE IS FAR AHEAD  EDUCATION • Procured forms for more than 1200 JAMB candidates drawn from the seven LGAs in the Rivers South-East Senatorial District. • Assisted 900 final-year students through his annual school fees support scheme. • Assisted 120 Students through his annual Law School support initiative. • Granted scholarship to a Boy from Deeyor Community to study from JS 1 – 3 and two others from Eweh Community. • Provided Scholarship to 9 Journalists from the Senatorial District, covering Post-graduate, Higher and diploma in Journalism. • Awarded Scholarship worth N100,000.00 each to 159 students from the District to study in higher institutio