March 15, 2023

[GIST] Abia 2023: Massive defection hits LP as 3200 members decamp to PDP

[GIST] Abia 2023: Massive defection hits LP as 3200 members decamp to PDP

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No fewer than 3200 party members have dumped the Labour Party (LP) for the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Obingwa and Isiala-Ngwa South Local Government Areas of Abia State.

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[GIST] Guber poll: INEC, NSA read riot act, warn against violence

[GIST] Guber poll: INEC, NSA read riot act, warn against violence

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Ahead of Saturday’s governorship and state Assembly elections, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Babagana Monguno, have warned politicians and their supporters against causing mayhem that might disrupt the smooth conduct of the polls.

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[GIST] Don’t present Igbo senator with EFCC baggage as Senate president, says Ohanaeze

[GIST] Don’t present Igbo senator with EFCC baggage as Senate president, says Ohanaeze

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A faction of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, yesterday, appealed to All Progressives Congress (APC) not to present any Igbo Senator, who has cases with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), noting that such plot could smear the image of the administration and present Igbo in bad light.

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March 14, 2023

[GIST] Ministries move to end open defecation

[GIST] Ministries move to end open defecation

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Minister of Water Resources, Suleiman Adamu, and his Health counterpart, Dr. Osagie Ehanire, yesterday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining their specific roles toward ending open defecation in the country.

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[GIST] Polaris Bank unveils N5b mortgage support for electrical material dealers

[GIST] Polaris Bank unveils N5b mortgage support for electrical material dealers

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Polaris Bank Plc has announced a N5-billion mortgage support for Okija Electrical Material Dealers Association in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The support, in partnership with M.I. Okoro & Associates, Lagos, is to facilitate relocation of over 2000 members ...

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[GIST] Creating safe digital spaces for women

[GIST] Creating safe digital spaces for women

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International Women’s Day, celebrated every March 8, is a day to commemorate the achievements of women and gender equality advocates. This year’s theme focuses on innovation and digital technology for gender equality, recognising the rising influence of technology...

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[GIST] Cassava Network, PAU collaborate on blockchain education, research initiative

[GIST] Cassava Network, PAU collaborate on blockchain education, research initiative

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Cassava Network and Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) have partnered to offer students a Web3 training programme that will include joint research, community initiatives and an introduction to Web3 in business.

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