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In a release issued by the chairman of the 2025 AGC planning committee Emeka Obegolu (SAN) stated that the decision of the NBA to host the 2025 AGC in Portharcourt was taken in August 2024 and was not subject of any bidding process or payment of any hosting rights. He further emphasized that Port Harcourt Rivers State which was formerly agreed to host the AGC has no hosting right and there is no representation by the NBA that the Conference must be held in a chosen city. He maintained that,…

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An 18-year-old Nigerian woman, Hamdiyya Sidi Shariff, has been sentenced to either 12 strokes of the cane, two years in prison, or a ₦50,000 fine for raising concerns about insecurity in Sokoto State. The case, which has sparked widespread attention on X (formerly Twitter), revolves around an incident in November 2024 when Shariff was arrested after posting videos online highlighting the growing insecurity in her area. In her videos, Shariff described the devastating effects of bandit attacks on local communities, where residents were displaced, and vulnerable women were subjected to…

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I,Dr Okoro Chidinma C.wish to extend my warmest congratulations to my beloved sister, friend and colleague, Dr. Chioma Egu on her appointment as the  Commissioner for Health, Social Services, and Health Insurance by the Executive Governor of Imo State, His Excellency ,Dist. Sen. Hope Uzodimma. This appointment is well-deserved, and I have no doubt that your expertise as a seasoned Family Physician will enable you to deliver outstanding results. Wishing you God’s guidance and success as you hit the ground running in your new position. Congratulations dear sister!!! Signed: Dr.…

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Hope Okpoggen, Secretary General of the Odion-Urhobo Community in Warri, has issued a stern warning following the violent attack that left parts of the community in ruins. The tension, which has been simmering in the region, escalated after a series of provocations and a violent invasion that has left residents devastated and on edge. Speaking in an exclusive interview with  NewsCentral TV , Okpoggen revealed that the immediate trigger for the conflict was the removal of coronation banners belonging to the Odion-Urhobo community. These banners had been erected in preparation for…

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Veteran Nollywood actor Nkem Owoh has revealed that the execution of his older brother, Bartholomew Owoh, during the military regime of General Muhammadu Buhari, remains one of the most heartbreaking experiences of his life. Recall that Bartholomew was one of three young Nigerians executed by a firing squad on April 10, 1985, by the Buhari military regime. The brother of the movie star was executed alongside Lawal Ojuolape and Bernard Ogedengbe for drug-related offences that were not originally punishable by death at the time they were committed. In an interview…

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I, Hon. Emeka Martins Chinedu, Member representing Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte Federal Constituency, heartily congratulate His Excellency, Dist. Sen. Hope Uzodinma, Executive Governor of Imo State, on his well-deserved recognition by Vanguard Newspapers as the Infrastructure Governor of the Year. This prestigious award is a clear manifestation of your dedicated commitment to the infrastructural transformation of our dear state. Your tireless efforts in road construction and critical project execution across the state have not gone unnoticed. On behalf of my constituents , I salute your strides and urge you to continue championing…

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The Atta Nwambiri Country Club is thrilled about the appointment of Justice Theophilus Nzeukwu as the acting Chief Judge of Imo State. This appointment showcases the Governor’s commitment in enhancing judicial efficiency and upholding the rule of law. Our members strongly believe that with Justice Nzeukwu’s background and wealth of experience, he has the capacity to navigate the complex issues and ensure the smooth dispensation of justice in Imo state.   Congratulations!!!   Chief Kelechi Onyekwere, Chairman Chief John Agbasi KSM GK (Omeziribe of Atta; Gburugburu Njaba) BOT Chairman Nze…

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This is to inform the general public that the building located at No.1 Ajoku Street; opposite old stadium belongs to Obinga Samuel Ozuomba Oparaugo. There is a viral video going round the social media that the house is for sale. We want to let the public know that the house of Obinga Samuel Ozuomba Oparaugo at No.1 Ajoku Street opposite old stadium is not for sale. The family has not assigned any person to represent them for any sale of the above property. The criminals perpetrating this criminal act should…

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ABUJA: The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has shut down its national secretariat, popularly known as “Buhari House”, following the killing of its Director of Administration, Hon. AbdulRauf Adekunle Adeniji. Vanguard gathered that the deceased who was kidnapped weeks ago, was reportedly killed last month. The kidnappers were said to have concealed the news of his killing even while still negotiating for the payment of a N50M Million ransom. The APC memo titled; ‘Secretariat closure for the mourning of the director of administration’, advised all the staff to use the…

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