Author: NewsUltra360
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LAGOS-CALABAR HIGHWAY: A GAME-CHANGER FOR SOUTHERN ECONOMY
Former lawmaker backs Tinubu’s mega-road, calls critics “misleading.” Ex-House of Reps member, Oghene Egoh, has hailed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a vital infrastructure project set to boost trade, business, and connectivity across the South-West, South-South, and South-East. Egoh dismissed claims that the 700km highway is wasteful, describing such criticism as unfounded. He highlighted that…
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NIGERIAN ARMY DISLODGES IPOB/ESN, ARRESTS KIDNAPPERS IN SOUTH-EAST & SOUTH-SOUTH
Troops strike hard to restore peace and security in troubled regions. The Nigerian Army has recorded major wins in the South-East and South-South, dislodging IPOB/ESN fighters from hideouts in Orsumoghu, Ihiala LGA, Anambra, and arresting suspected kidnappers in Edo State. In Anambra, Operation UDO KA targeted militants planning an illegal sit-at-home order on Feb. 2.…
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NIGERIAN ARMY RESCUES 26 KIDNAP VICTIMS, FOILS TERROR ATTACKS
Troops strike back, restore safety in North-West and North-Central Nigeria. The Nigerian Army has rescued 26 kidnapped victims and disrupted multiple terror plots across the North-West and North-Central in the past 24 hours. A military source told NAN that in Kaduna, seven abducted persons were freed in Kajuru LGA after troops engaged kidnappers, neutralising one…
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OHANAEZE URGES FG TO FUND SOUTH-EAST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Mbata calls for action to heal wounds, boost growth, and empower youths in Igboland. The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has urged the Federal Government to prioritise funding for the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) to drive meaningful development in the region. President-General John Mbata made the appeal on Wednesday at the South East Vision 2050 (SEV2050) Stakeholders…
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SOUTHEAST UNVEILS 25-YEAR DEVELOPMENT BLUEPRINT AS SHETTIMA LAUNCHES VISION 2050
VP Shettima pledges jobs, infrastructure, and diaspora investment for regional growth. Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday in Enugu inaugurated a 25-year development blueprint for the South-East, calling the region a key pillar of Nigeria’s economic future. As part of the plan, President Bola Tinubu approved the creation of the South East Investment Company Ltd, designed…
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FG LAUNCHES DRIVE TO STABILISE FARM INPUT PRICES, BOOST AGRICULTURE
Farmers to benefit from cheaper inputs and modern equipment under VCDP initiative. The Federal Government is taking bold steps to reduce the cost of farm inputs and ease the burden on farmers nationwide, Agriculture Minister Sen. Abubakar Kyari said on Wednesday in Lafia, Nasarawa State. Speaking at the flag-off of the FG/IFAD Value Chain Development…
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POLICE RESCUE TWO KIDNAP VICTIMS, ARREST SUSPECT IN NASARAWA
Swift police action saves lives and sends a strong warning to kidnappers. The Nasarawa State Police have rescued two kidnap victims and detained a suspect in separate operations, boosting the fight against violent crime in the state. SP Ramhan Nansel, the Command’s PPRO, said one victim, David O., was abducted from a commercial motorcycle ride…
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NIGERIA’S STOCK MARKET HITS HISTORIC N1.37TRN SINGLE-DAY GAIN
Investors smile as blue-chip stocks and strong earnings reports push the market to record-breaking highs. The Nigerian equities market on Wednesday surged, adding N1.37 trillion to investors’ wealth in a single day — a historic one-day gain. The All-Share Index jumped 2,128.61 points (1.28%), closing at 168,030.18, while market capitalisation rose from N106.494 trillion to…
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SENATE PASSES ELECTORAL ACT AMENDMENT, KEEPS E-TRANSMISSION OF RESULTS
Despite the noise online, the Senate says electronic transmission is here to stay — and it just passed the amended Electoral Act to prove it. The Senate on Wednesday passed the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, clearing a major hurdle ahead of future elections and firmly retaining electronic transmission of results. The bill was approved after…
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PROTECT EVERY CHILD’S FUTURE: SOLUDO’S WIFE CALLS FOR FULL VACCINATION COVERAGE IN ANAMBRA
No child should suffer from diseases we can prevent — that was the clear message as Anambra rolled out its Measles–Rubella vaccination drive. The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has urged parents and caregivers to see immunisation as a right, not a choice, stressing that vaccination is key to giving every…
