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Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu: A Beacon of Empowerment and Leadership in Nigeria

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Writen by Comrade Amb victor M Olajide JP  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  In the heart of Nigeria's political landscape stands Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, a formidable force whose journey from humble beginnings to the corridors of power exemplifies resilience, vision, and unwavering commitment to public service. As the former Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), she has left an indelible mark on the nation's development, championing the causes of women, youth, and vulnerable communities. Just yesterday, on January 26, 2026, she graced the inauguration of the National Youth Alliance (NYA) 36 state officials at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja as the Mother of the Day, urging Nigerian youths to unite and claim their rightful place in leadership—a fitting capstone to her legacy of empowerment. Early Life and Formative Years: Roots in Royalty and Resilience Born on June 12, 1970, in Wuse, Abuja, Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu (née Sidi Ali) hails fr...

THE RISE OF MAGNUS NGEI ABE AND THE REWARD OF LOYALTY

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Writen by Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  In the heart of Ogoniland, where the Niger Delta's rich earth meets the scars of oil exploration, a boy named Magnus Ngei Abe was born on May 24, 1965, in Nchia, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Ogoni people, proud and resilient, have long inhabited this corner of southern Nigeria, their land blessed with petroleum yet burdened by environmental degradation and marginalization. Magnus grew up in this reality—surrounded by communities fighting for justice, dignity, and a fair share of the nation's wealth. From those early days, ambition took root in him, fueled by a determination to rise above circumstance and represent his people on larger stages. His journey began with education. He attended St. Patrick College in Ikot-Ansa, Calabar, and Akpor Grammar School in Ozuoba, before earning his LL.B from the Rivers State University of Science and Technology. Called to the Nige...

MARK OKOYE TRANSFORMATIVE LEADERSHIP IN THE SEDC

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Writen By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENTS In the heart of Nigeria's South East—a region rich in human capital, entrepreneurial spirit, and untapped potential—history turned a long-awaited page in 2024. After decades of advocacy, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the South East Development Commission (SEDC) into law, breaking a 54-year jinx and creating a dedicated platform for coordinated, sustainable regional growth. This was not merely an administrative act; it was a bold commitment to reclaiming the South East's rightful place as an economic powerhouse. At the helm stands **Mark Okoye II**, appointed Managing Director and CEO in early 2025. A 39-year-old visionary with an uncommon blend of public-sector excellence and private-sector acumen, Okoye brings a proven track record that inspires confidence. As Anambra State's youngest-ever Commissioner for Economic Planning, Budget, and Development Partnerships, he drove reven...

Leadership That Delivers: Specific Project Impacts Under Engr. Abubakar Momoh, FNSE

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Writen By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  Under the stewardship of Honourable Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, FNSE, the Ministry has shifted from broad promises to concrete, measurable outcomes—particularly through oversight of regional development commissions like the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), North East Development Commission (NEDC), and others. Despite persistent funding constraints (with only about 40% of budgeted funds released in key years), Momoh's emphasis on efficiency, completion of abandoned projects, and strategic partnerships has yielded visible, transformative impacts across Nigeria's regions. These achievements focus on infrastructure that unlocks economic potential, improves livelihoods, enhances connectivity, boosts access to power, health, education, and water, and fosters inclusion—especially for youth, women, and underserved communities. Here are some of the most impactful speci...

Fanfare National Rhetoric as The National Youth Alliance NYA Inaugurate State Coordinators

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By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  The grand auditorium of the NAF Conference Centre thrummed with an electric fervor on that fateful day. It was January 26, 2026—a date etched in the annals of Nigerian history as the official inauguration of the National Youth Alliance (NYA), a beacon of hope amid the shadows of disillusionment. The air was thick with anticipation, a symphony of youthful voices echoing through the halls, as thousands gathered to witness the swearing-in of the 36 state executive chairmen and the Federal Capital Territory's vanguard, alongside the triumphant unveiling of the NYA's official website. Banners fluttered like flags of revolution, emblazoned with slogans of unity and empowerment, while the crowd—a mosaic of vibrant attires from every corner of the federation—pulsed with the raw energy of a generation poised to seize its destiny. As the ceremony commenced, the spotlight converged on Ambassador Aliyu B...

One Voice, One Destiny: Och’Idoma’s Royal Blessing Ignites Arc. Obekpa’s Historic 2027 Mission to Reclaim Benue

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By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  In a momentous display of tradition, reverence, and political resolve Arc. Anthony Ejeh Obekpa, a prominent governorship aspirant for Benue State in the 2027 elections, has received the profound royal blessings of His Royal Majesty, the Och’Idoma, Dr. Elaigwu Odogbo Obagaji John, at the sacred Och’Idoma Palace in Otukpo. This auspicious courtesy visit marked the formal declaration of Arc. Obekpa's gubernatorial ambition to the paramount traditional ruler and spiritual custodian of the Idoma Nation. The endorsement from this highly revered institution carries immense cultural and symbolic weight, signaling divine favor and ancestral approval for his vision to lead Benue toward renewal and prosperity. Addressing journalists immediately after the audience, Arc. Obekpa expressed deep gratitude and renewed determination: "I deliberately chose to commence my wide-ranging consultations w...

Open Letter to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria

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By Comrade Amb Victor Monday Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  Your Excellency, We, the members of Ijaw Women Connect, Rivers State Chapter—a formidable socio-political platform representing thousands of Ijaw women across our riverine communities—write to you with heavy hearts, profound respect, and an unshakeable belief in your avowed commitment to justice, equity, and the Renewed Hope Agenda that swept you into office on a wave of national aspiration. As mothers, wives, community leaders, and steadfast stakeholders in Nigeria’s oil-bearing heartland, we have borne the brunt of decades of environmental devastation, economic marginalization, and unfulfilled promises in the Niger Delta. Yet, in 2023, the Ijaw nation—particularly in Rivers State—stood resolutely with you. We campaigned tirelessly, mobilized our families, and delivered overwhelming support because we trusted your vision of inclusive prosperity, where no ethnic nationality would be left behind, and...