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IGP EGBETOKUN DECORATES NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR POLICE OFFICERS

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IGP EGBETOKUN DECORATES NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR POLICE OFFICERS The Inspector-General of Police IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun Ph.d, NPM decorated newly promoted AIG Gyogon Augustine Grimah psc, FCAI, AIG Zone10 Sokoto and other Senior officers, today Tuesday 25th March 2025 at the Goodluck Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja. The Inspector-General of Police was assisted by the wife of the promotee and some other family members.  The New Assistant Inspector General of Police hails from Nasarawa State, he holds a BSc. Hons in Chemistry from ABU, Zaria & MPA. The vibrant young Augustine Grimah was enlisted into the Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (C/ASP) May, 1992 and trained at Police Academy Annex, Kaduna. From the completion of his training to the very moment of his deployment to Zone 10 Police Headquarters Sokoto as the Assistant Inspector General of Police, he had served in several States Commands and Police formations...

SENATOR JONAH JANG: A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP, SERVICE AND FIDELITY BYPROF MIKE A. A. OZEKHOME, SAN, CON, OFR, FCIArb, LL.D

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SENATOR JONAH JANG: A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP, SERVICE AND FIDELITY  BY PROF MIKE A. A. OZEKHOME, SAN, CON, OFR, FCIArb, LL.D. PROLOGUE THE BIRTH OF A WARRIOR  In the quiet hills of Du,in the quiet surburbs of Plateau State, a child was born on the 13th of March, 1944. On this day in 2025,that young boy turned 81.The winds of destiny had blown softly that morning, carrying with them the whispers of unannounced greatness. Little did the world know that this little baby, a retired German,US and Nigerian-trained Air Commodore and former Military Governor of old Benue and Gongola states ( the latter now Adamawa and Tarsba state),Sen Jonah David Jang, CON,would one day carve his name in the annals of Nigerian history. He did so not just as a soldier; not just as a governor; not just as a pilot and Airforce officer; not just as a Senator;but also as a towering figure whose life truly exemplifies the true testament of character, honour, resilience, courage and divi...

PROF. MIKE OZEKHOME SAN WINS THE PRESTIGIOUS 2024 MIDWEST HERALD'S "DEFENDER OF DEMOCRACY AWARD

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PROF. MIKE OZEKHOME SAN WINS THE PRESTIGIOUS 2024 MIDWEST HERALD'S "DEFENDER OF DEMOCRACY AWARD It was glitz and glamour when Legal luminary and Foremost human rights activist, Prof Mike Ozekhome, SAN, on Wednesday 12th March, 2025,received the 2024 Midwest Herald's "DEFENDER OF DEMOCRACY AWARD" at a colourful Midwest Herald Achievers Award ceremony held in Benin City,Edo State and tagged "Legends and Heroes". At the event, Ozekhome also presented the keynote address titled, "Has Democracy led to Good Governance in Nigeria?".Here, Ozekhome receives his award in company of the organizers of the event and other deserving awardees. From left-right, Prince Clement Agba,former Minister of State, Budgetary Matters; HRM,Oba Domun Thompson Gureje 1V, the Oloni of Eti-Oni,OsunState; and his wife, Queen Angelique-Monet Gureje Thompson; publisher of Midwest Herald, ace journalist and political activist, Orobosa Omo-Ojo; his daughter, Dr Owen ...

AKWA IBOM STATE POLICE COMMAND: POLICE BURST ROBBERY SYNDICATE, RECOVER ARMS AND STOLEN ITEMS IN IBESIKPO ASUTAN

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AKWA IBOM STATE POLICE COMMAND:  POLICE BURST ROBBERY SYNDICATE, RECOVER ARMS AND STOLEN ITEMS IN IBESIKPO ASUTAN The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its relentless fight against crime, as operatives of the Command arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered dangerous weapons and stolen items in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area. On 20th March 2025, at about 23:30hrs, the Command received a distress call from the Control Room, reporting an ongoing armed robbery along Nung Udo Idem Ikot Okubo village. Acting swiftly, tactical teams were mobilized to the scene, where the hoodlums were trailed to a Hotel (name withheld). Following a well-coordinated operation, two suspects were apprehended: 1. Louis Joseph Thomas ‘m’, 23 years 2. Essien Friday Nelson ‘m’, 27 years A thorough search led to the recovery of the following items: Four (4) locally made pistols Thirty-four (34) live cartridges One (1) Moniepoint POS machi...

Ambassador Cornell Udofia, CMC Group President Advocates for Ibiaku Uruan road...Wants Governor Umo Eno's urgent intervention

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  Ambassador Cornell Udofia, CMC Group President Advocates for Ibiaku Uruan road ...Wants Governor Umo Eno's urgent intervention  Highly celebrated Public Relations Expert and Media personality, Cornelius Udofia, has decried the poor state of Ibiaku Uruan road in Uruan LGA, describing it as the worst road in Akwa Ibom.  The media guru called on the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, to disregard any existing political issues, and call for the road to be fixed as it was a big dent on the golden image of his administration.  The progenitor of Cornel Media Concepts (CMC) and CEO of Cornel Entertainment while addressing newsmen in Uyo on Monday, February 17, 2025 expressed disappointment over the poor state of the road, noting that although the road leads to a foremost privately owned radio station in the State, which many politicians are aware of it's current poor state, it was disturbing to see that such a road still existed in Akwa Ibom State and quite close...

EXCELLENCE:News Central Wins Big at the Independent Awards 2025

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EXCELLENCE: News Central Wins Big at the Independent Awards 2025 News Central is proud to announce its remarkable achievement at the prestigious Independent Awards 2025, held on Saturday, March 16, 2025. The news organisation was honoured as the Fastest Growing Broadcast Station of the Year 2024, cementing its position as a leader in delivering impactful journalism across Africa and beyond. The awards are a recognition of News Central’s dedication to excellence in storytelling, and investigative reporting, and its commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. These accolades reflect the hard work and passion of the entire team and their unwavering mission to inform, educate, and inspire audiences. Several dignitaries, high net-worth individuals and Captains of industries such as the Executive Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde, the Executive Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Otunba Mike Adenuga Jr, Chairman of Globacom a...