Author: Candid Reporters

 Pope Francis has criticised US President elect, Donal Trump over  plans for an immigration crackdown. The Pope said if it is true that he wants to expel undocumented migrants, “it will be a disgrace because it makes poor unfortunates pay the price of societal imbalance.” Pope Francis gave his position during an interview with the Italian programme Che Tempo Che Fa on Nove on Sunday while also stating that the pope said he had not spoken to Mr Trump since his first term in office. “This won’t do,” the 88-year-old head of the Catholic Church told Italian presenter Fabio Fazio.This…

TikTok has restored its services in the United States (US) following a brief nationwide shutdown caused by a federal ban over national security concerns tied to its Chinese ownership. The ban, which took effect on Sunday, temporarily forced TikTok offline, leaving over 170 million US users without access to the platform. It also led to the app being removed from Apple and Google’s digital stores in compliance with federal regulations. However, Donald Trump, the U.S. president-elect, pledged to delay the enforcement of the ban through an executive order on his first day in office. In a statement on X, TikTok appreciated Trump for providing “the necessary…

The wife of the Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Otti has extended her benevolence to six orphanages and destitute homes in Aba and Umuahia, donating cash, food items, and toiletries as part of her ongoing efforts to support vulnerable communities. Each home received a cash donation of ₦1,000,000, alongside over 30 50kg bags of rice, other food supplies, and toiletries. Additionally, caregivers in each facility were given cash support to appreciate their dedication and hard work. The beneficiaries of the donations include: Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000…

A few months ago, Governor Alex Otti released tens of thousands of Dollars for the payment of school fees of Abia students who were on scholarship but were later abandoned in India. Governor Alex Otti also released millions of naira in bursary to support many Law Studenst of Abia Origin in Law School. We communicated these generous interventions of our Governor during one of our Post-Exco press briefings. It was all over in the news, and Abians rightly commended Governor Otti during News Paper reviews on different radio stations, while the beneficiaries celebrated. As it’s public knowledge, 300 Abians were…

The United Abia Artistes and Patriots Forum (UAAP) has stated that the economic transformation of Abia State under Governor Alex Otti has attracted significant investments, with the N4 billion JOVIT Mall standing as a testament to the governor’s visionary policies. The governor who is known for his commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment, has inspired confidence among investors, making Abia a hub for economic growth. The state is set to witness another milestone on Sunday, January 19, 2025, as Governor Otti leads the commissioning of the ultra-modern JOVIT Mall in Aba. Located at 47 Old GRA Eziama, along the bustling…

The much-anticipated opening of JOVIT Mall is set to redefine shopping and leisure experiences in Aba, Abia State. The grand ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025, will take place at 47 Old GRA Eziama, along the bustling Aba–Owerri Road. Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, will officially commission the state-of-the-art facility in a ceremony that kicks off at 10 a.m. The event will bring together customers, dignitaries, friends, and well-wishers to witness the unveiling of a new era in Aba’s commercial landscape. A One-Stop Facility for All Your Needs JOVIT Mall is a multipurpose complex designed to meet the diverse…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has declared that Julius Abure remains the National Chairman of the Labour Party. A three-member panel of the appellate court in a judgement delivered by Justice Hamma Barka, held that its judgement of November 13, 2024, which recognized Abure as national chairman subsists and has not been set aside by any court. Barka made the declaration on Friday while delivering judgement in two separate appeals filed by Senator Esther Nenadi Usman and the caretaker committee and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The appellate court in the two separate appeals held that it did…

As South East Development Commission(SEDC ) sets to take off, Udora Orizu writes on what to know about some of the Board nominees after their confirmation by the Senate. The Senate on Monday, January 13, 2025 screened and confirmed the nominees for South East Development Commission and other regional development commissions. Recall that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu last month constituted the board of the Commission, appointing the chairman, executive directors, and the entire membership. The announcement made in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated that it reflects the President’s commitment to ensuring…

In a heartfelt tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes, Chief Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, Abia State Liaison Officer to the National Assembly, recently joined the state Governor Dr Alex Otti, Government officials, members of the State Legion, and distinguished citizens to commemorate the Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the iconic Aguiyi Ironsi Cenotaph in Umuahia. This poignant event honored the bravery and unwavering strength of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for Nigeria’s unity, peace, and security. During the event, Chief Chinasa reaffirmed his commitment to supporting veterans’ welfare and the families of fallen heroes, emphasizing the importance of preserving the values…

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has published a list of names showing those that have had their land revoked in FCT. Among those affected are; Bayelsa State Governor Senator Diri Douye, Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodimma, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, and the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Samuel Anyanwu. These individuals are part of the 568 landowners in Maitama II, Cadastral Zone A10, Abuja, whose allocations were withdrawn. According to the Minister’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, he explained that the revocation was due to the expiration of an extended two-week grace period…