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Nigeria’s first aviation minister, Chief Amechi, dies at 93 years

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Nigeria’s first aviation minister, Chief Amechi, dies at 93 years.

Nigeria’s first aviation minister, Chief Amechi, dies at 93 years.

Chief Amechi who hailed from Amihe village in Ukpor, Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra died on Tuesday in a brief illness, his family has stated.

The elder statesman was the only surviving member of the Zikist Movement of the pre-independence era.

The family’s statement signed by Ezeana Tagbo Amechi, his son read in parts that “Amechi, nationalist and First Republic Minister of Aviation transited peacefully in the early hours of Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022.

“We thank God for the fulfilled life that he lived, the lives that he touched and his service to God and to country.

“We respectfully ask that you keep us in your thoughts and prayers at this time.’’

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Ifelodun LG imposes 24 hour curfew across Oro-Ago District for clearance operation

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Ifelodun LG imposes 24 hour curfew across Oro-Ago District for clearance operation

By: Bodunrin Kayode

A 24 hour curfew has been imposed on the entire Oro- ago District of Ifelodun council Area, Chairman Abdulrasheed Yusuf said in a statement recently.

The curfew which took effect from 6 am on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, was imposed in a coordinated effort by the council in conjunction with security agencies to put terrorists in disarray, take them out by combing the area and protecting lives and property of residents.

The statement signed by Abdulquadri Jimba who is the Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman, Ifelodun council area noted that “Within this period, there will be no human or vehicular traffic in the entire district.

“This is in support of the ongoing security clearance operation in the area. Further reviews of this measure will be communicated,” the statement noted.

Ifelodun LG imposes 24 hour curfew across Oro-Ago District for clearance operation

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VP Shettima Arrives Tudun Biri, Kaduna State

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VP Shettima Arrives Tudun Biri, Kaduna State

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Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived a while ago in Tudun Biri, Kaduna State, for the commissioning ceremony of key projects under the Resettlement Scheme for Persons Impacted by Conflict (RSPIC).

The event is being attended by the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani; the Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe; and the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadejia. Also present are members of the National Assembly, state legislators, members of the Kaduna State Executive Council, traditional rulers and other dignitaries.

VP Shettima Arrives Tudun Biri, Kaduna State

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FROM VISION TO REALITY: THE PROMISE OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU TO THE TUDUN BIRI COMMUNITY

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FROM VISION TO REALITY: THE PROMISE OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU TO THE TUDUN BIRI COMMUNITY

In July 2024, these images captured a moment of intent; the laying of foundations for the rebuilding and resettlement of Tudun Biri by Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON.

Today, the vision has taken shape. What began as a commitment under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda now stands as a living testament to leadership that keeps faith with its people.

This journey is proof that Renewed Hope is not a slogan, but a responsibility honoured.

FROM VISION TO REALITY: THE PROMISE OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU TO THE TUDUN BIRI COMMUNITY

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