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  News   File Image Umuahia – Senator Austin Akobundu, representing Abia Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has expressed deep gratitude to his constituents for their support throughout 2024. In a heartfelt New Year message, the Senator highlighted the collective strides made during the past year while urging his constituents to embrace 2025 with renewed hope, unity, and determination. Reflecting on his achievements, Senator Akobundu credited the trust and cooperation of the people for the progress recorded in areas such as youth empowerment, education, infrastructure, and economic growth. He assured them of his unwavering commitment to delivering more dividends of democracy in the new year. Messages reads in full,  “Dear Constituents, As we step into 2025, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you for your unwavering support, trust, and cooperation throughout the past year. Together, we have overcome challenges, celebrated milestones, and taken sig...

  Opinion   Re: Prof ACB Agbazuere’s Delusional Statement at Ehi La Uguru Day by N. Mascot Nnamdi | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image Many of us are not surprised by the outburst of Professor ACB Agbazuere at the Ehi La Uguru village celebration, though it was very predictable. It is alleged that has been making overtures to some of Otti’s appointees even before moving to the APC. He is free to embark on that journey if they accept him with his past antecedents, but he should not disparage the administration he once served. He confirmed that he was not invited, as he hails from Ikem Nvosi, and one is taken aback by his decision to gatecrash an event without a formal invitation at his level.  Apparently, he is still bearing grudges over his failure in the last election, which he blamed on some of his supporters from his village. We can attest to his antecedents and role in past administrations. However, we are disturbed that our ACB appears to be deteriorating in his ability to...

  News   File Image In an unusual diplomatic exchange, the governments of Nigeria and Australia have issued travel advisories warning their citizens about traveling to each other’s countries, citing significant security and societal concerns. On December 31, 2024, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) released a strong advisory urging its citizens to reconsider traveling to Nigeria. The warning highlighted threats of terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime, and civil unrest as reasons for heightened caution. The advisory specifically pointed to the elevated risks in certain regions of Nigeria, advising Australians to avoid non-essential travel. In a swift response, the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued its own travel advisory for Nigerians planning to visit Australia. The statement expressed concerns over a surge in racial discrimination, harassment, and hate crimes targeting foreigners in Australia. It cited specific incidents, including a Decem...

  News   File Image Renowned preacher and founder of Power City International, Dr. Abel Damina, has stirred controversy within the Christian community following his remarks during the 2025 New Year’s Eve service. Addressing his congregation, Dr. Damina asserted that smoking cigars, cigarettes, or consuming alcohol should not be considered sinful, emphasizing personal responsibility over moral judgment. In his sermon, Dr. Damina stated: “You didn’t come here for me to teach you morality; you came for me to teach you salvation by faith through Christ. You should have your own sense to know that if you smoke, your body will be affected. If you drink alcohol, you may lie down inside a gutter.” The preacher’s comments have sparked widespread debate, with some applauding his progressive stance on personal choices, while others criticized it as undermining traditional Christian values. Dr. Damina is known for his bold teachings and unorthodox approach to interpreting scripture...