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South East LP Chairmen Back Agada For Presidency

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Chairmen of the Labour Party (LP) across the South East have endorsed former National Chairman of the party, Arc. Dr. Peter Agada, as their preferred presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general election. The endorsement was announced during a high-level consultative meeting held in Umuahia, Abia State, on Wednesday night, as political alignments and consultations intensify ahead of the next electoral cycle. The development is expected to strengthen Agada’s growing presidential movement within reform-oriented and technocratic political circles, where he has continued to project himself as a candidate focused on infrastructure-driven governance and institutional reforms. Five-State Consultation, Stakeholders’ Conference Launched As part of efforts to consolidate support for his presidential ambition, the South East party leaders also flagged off a five-state consultative forum and stakeholders’ conference aimed at mobilising grassroots engagement across the region. The i...
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Apapa Customs Boss Charges Officers On Discipline, Revenue, Trade Facilitation

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 *Oshoba calls for professionalism,  improved stakeholder relations The Customs Area Controller (CAC), Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Area Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, has charged officers and men of the Command to intensify revenue generation, strengthen anti-smuggling operations and uphold professionalism and discipline in the discharge of their duties. A statement signed by the Chief Superintendent of Customs Public Relations Officer  Apapa Area Command, Isah Sulaiman, made available on Wednesday, said that Comptroller Oshoba gave the charge during the Command’s monthly parade held on Tuesday  May 12, 2026, at the Command headquarters in Apapa, Lagos. The Area Controller emphasized the need for greater operational interventions across terminals to block revenue leakages while ensuring seamless trade facilitation and timely cargo clearance. “Officers must protect the reputation of the Service. That is why any delay by any officer concerning any...
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Reject France, Deepen Strategic Alliance With US, Timi Frank Urges African Leaders

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Political activist and former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All  Progressives  Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, on Tuesday, urged African leaders to strengthen strategic partnerships with the United States instead of entering into fresh agreements with France, accusing the European nation of exploiting Africa for decades without meaningful development. Frank in a statement in reaction to the ongoing, “Africa Forward: Africa-France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth Summit” being attended by French President Emmanuel Macron and several African leaders, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in Nairobi-Kenya, said African countries, particularly in West Africa, had little to show for years of French influence despite their abundant natural resources. He argued that recent political developments in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger had exposed what he described as France’s exploitative relationship with African nations. “France has nothing more to offer...
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Labour Party: Important Facts About Presidential Frontrunner For 2027

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By; BAYO UMAR Nigeria as the 2027 general elections approach, the Labour Party (LP) political landscape is witnessing a significant shift. Dr. Peter Agada, a renowned architect and seasoned administrator, has officially declared his intention to contest for the presidency, positioning himself as a highly viable and acceptable alternative. A Legacy of Architectural and Infrastructural Excellence With over 29 years of experience in the architectural field, Dr. Agada is widely recognized for his expertise in infrastructure and acoustic architecture. As the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cyrus Group Nigeria, he has built one of the world’s leading acoustic organizations, achieving global success by the age of 54. His professional pedigree is further solidified by his recent role in the "Big Tent" shadow government, where he served as the Minister of Infrastructure, Energy, Works, Housing, and Urban Development. In this capacity, he formulated policies aimed a...
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Launch Design, Hybrid Motors Nigeria Sign Strategic Partnership For Establishment Of EV Manufacturing Plants In Lagos, Abuja

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*Landmark agreement marks major milestone for Nigeria’s Homegrown Electric Vehicle Brand “Acely”, *Development  combines local assembly with world-class automotive engineering Launch Design Shanghai and Hybrid Motors Nigeria on Friday,  announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement for the establishment of state-of-the-art Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturing facilities in Lagos and Abuja.  This landmark collaboration will accelerate the production of Acely, Hybrid Motors Nigeria’s proudly homegrown vehicle brand, designed and engineered specifically for Nigerian roads and drivers. The signing ceremony, held in Shanghai on May 8, 2026, brings together two industry leaders committed to transforming Nigeria’s automotive landscape through innovation, local manufacturing excellence, and sustainable mobility solutions. At the ceremony, the Chief Executive Officer of Launch Design Mr. Wang Xun and Mr. Jubril Arogundade, Chief Executive Officer of Hybrid ...
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2027: Ikonne Picks APC Nomination Forms For Abia South, Vows To Sack Abaribe

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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Abia State and Senatorial aspirant for Abia South, Prince Paul Ikonne, has asked the Senator representing the district,  Enyinnaya Abaribe, to prepare to leave the red chamber.  Abaribe has spent nearly two decades in the Senate representing Abia South, a development Prince Ikonne said has yielded no meaningful development for the district. Speaking with newsmen on Wednesday morning after picking his nomination and expression of interest forms, Ikonne vowed to give effective representation for Abia South beginning from 2027 if given opportunity, urging Senator Abaribe to prepare to vacate the seat.  Ikonne, who is the immediate-past Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) under former President Muhammadu Buhari, said his decision to join the race was borne out of the urgent need to provide effective and quality representation for Abia South, which he noted has suffered ...
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Soludo’s 16.4km Road Project Cuts Travel Time To 15 Minutes, Boosts Agriculture, Tourism In Anambra

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Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, has been commended for completing the 16.4-kilometre Nawfija–Ajali–Ufuma–Ogbunka Road in Orumba South Local Government Area, a project residents say has transformed transportation, agriculture and economic activities across the axis. Vice President of Boardwalk Group and Abuja-based real estate developer and philanthropist, Chief Mrs. Obiageli Okwubanego, gave the commendation while speaking with journalists on Wednesday in Maitama, Abuja. Okwubanego described the road project as a major infrastructure breakthrough that has drastically reduced travel time and eased movement for motorists and residents within the affected communities. She recalled that the appeal for the road was first made in 2019 when Soludo attended the funeral mass of her mother, Chief Mrs. Agnes Igwenagu Okeke. According to her, the deplorable state of the road at the time made movement extremely difficult for mourners and guests attending the buria...
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