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The President of Southeast Young Leaders Consultative Forum (SEYLCF ) , Ambassador Anyaragbu Chinweuba Monday , January 13, described the outcome of the Ohaneze Ndigbo General election that Produce Senator John Azuta Mbata as the President General as a ‘well-deserved victory for a new chapter for unity, progress and development.

In a statement personally signed by the President, Ambassador Anyaragbu Chinweuba ,said that the Senator Mbata emergence as the President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo will champion remarkable achievement for Igbo Nation world-wide.

The statement read: “I wish to congratulate you, on behalf of Southeast Young Leaders Consultative Forum (SEYLCF ), for a well-deserved resounding victory at the election held at old Government Lodge in Enugu, on Friday, January 6th 2025.

Congratulations Senator Mbata, you have made impressive progress in the area of leadership . You equally made remarkable progress when you served as senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

We extended best wishes to Sen. Mbata, and expressed the hope that he will succeed as he discharges the lofty duties of furthering national cohesion, and fostering friendly cooperation based on mutual trust and respect within the Igbos and among non-Igbos.
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The Executive Chairman of ObioAkpo LGA, Ambassador Chijioke Ihunwo Congratulates Senator John Mbata on his Victory as Ohaneze Ndigbo President General.

CDA News gathered the information from the Facebook page of Ambassador Chijioke Ihunwo.

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Senator John Azuta-Mbata for his well-deserved election as the president of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. Senator Azuta-Mbata's extensive experience as a former senator who diligently represented Rivers East in the Senate from 1999 to 2007 undoubtedly positions him as a capable leader for this esteemed socio-cultural group.

His recent election as the president of the Pan-Igbo socio-cultural group during a significant meeting in Enugu is a testament to his leadership qualities and the trust placed in him by the social cultural group. Senator Azuta-Mbata's election signifies a new chapter for Ohanaeze Ndigbo, where his wealth of experience and unwavering commitment will undoubtedly play a crucial role in uniting and advancing the interests of his people.

It is essential to recognize the pivotal role that socio-cultural groups like Ohanaeze Ndigbo play in the social, economic, and political development of their people. Senator Azuta-Mbata's leadership will undoubtedly steer Ohanaeze Ndigbo towards greater unity, progress, and empowerment for the Igbo people. I am confident that Senator Azuta-Mbata will leverage his expertise and dedication to fulfill this significant responsibility for the betterment of his people.

I wish Senator John Azuta-Mbata every success as he embarks on this challenging yet rewarding journey to lead Ohanaeze Ndigbo to greater heights and foster a stronger sense of unity and purpose among the Igbo people.

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Former Abia State Governor Theodore Orji has condemned a recent publication linking him to an interim forfeiture of N228.4 million and the fraudulent activities linked to a company, Effdee Nigeria Limited.

In a statement yesterday by his liaison office, the former governor said the publishers were out to tarnish his hard-earned reputation.

He described the publication as “baseless” and “malicious,” accusing the publishers of spreading defamatory content without proper fact-checking.

Orji said the report falsely claimed that he served as Abia State governor between 2016/2017, even though his tenure had ended in May 2015.

The former governor also refuted the claims that Mr. Uchenna Erondu and Mr. Austin Akuma were associated with his administration.

He said the men had no connection with him during his time as governor.

Orji also denied any knowledge of or dealings with Effdee Nigeria Limited, which the publication allegedly linked to him.

This publication is not only false but also maliciously intended to damage Senator Orji’s hard-earned reputation, a man known for his integrity and public service,” the statement said.

The governor demanded that the story be retracted in major national newspapers and online platforms where the original report appeared.

Orji warned that failure to meet these demands would prompt him to take a legal action, including claims for damages caused by the false publication.

The former governor, who also represented Abia Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly between June 9, 2015 and June 2023, urged the public to disregard the misleading report and reaffirmed his commitment to transparency and good governance.

The statement said Mr. Uchenna Erondu never worked under Senator Orji’s administration, affirming that Uchenna Erondu served as Special Adviser during the regime of the immediate past Governor Okezie Ikpeazu.

The claim that Mr. Erondu was a Special Adviser is entirely false, as he had no affiliation with Senator Orji’s administration.

…Senator Orji has never had any knowledge of or transactions with Effdee Nigeria Limited, either during or after his tenure as governor.

No relationship with Mr. Austin Akuma or Mr. Uchenna Erondu: Senator Orji categorically denies any connection with these individuals, calling the linkage an unfounded attempt to defame him.

“We view this as a clear attempt to defame and distract from the proven record of a leader committed to integrity and public service,” the statement added.
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Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

1. The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has appointed former Malian coach, Éric Sékou Chelle, as Head Coach of the Super Eagles. This was contained in a statement by the NFF communications department on Tuesday evening.

2. Director General, National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, has assured corps members that they would start receiving N77,000 minimum wage. Speaking in Abuja when he commissioned a staff bus donated by Capital Express Insurance company, the DG said arrangements for their increased allowances to be paid have been concluded.

3. Four days after Boko Haram terrorists overran a military base in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State, many soldiers are still unaccounted for, credible security sources have revealed. Fighters, in their large numbers, carried out the attack around 4pm on Saturday at the Forward Operating Base, Sabon Gari area.

4. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, of suffocating opposition elements in the country. He was reacting to comments made by the National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka, against the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the last general election, Peter Obi.

5. No fewer than 46 people, including women and children, were reportedly kidnapped during a raid on Gana town in Zamfara State. According to Reuters, residents said the attack occurred around 10 pm, on Sunday. Dozens of gunmen on motorbikes reportedly attacked the town while shooting sporadically and setting fire to several homes and businesses.

6. The Naira on Tuesday appreciated to N1,650 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,665 per dollar on Monday. But the Naira depreciated to N1,538 per dollar in the official foreign exchange market.

7. The Nigerian Police Cybercrime Centre dismantled 5,049 malicious domains and networks and major cybercrime syndicates operating within and beyond Nigeria’s borders in 2024. The centre also secured 14 convictions, and recovered N8.821 billion, $115, 237 and $84,000, which have been restitution to the victims.

8. The Police Command in Ogun State has raised concerns over a significant increase in reports of missing persons in the state. CSP Omolola Odutola, the Command’s spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement in Abeokuta on Tuesday. She explained that the command had noticed an unprecedented rise in the number of missing persons across all age groups.

9. Two Nigerian nationals, Olutayo Sunday Ogunlaja, 39, and Abel Adeyi Daramola, 37, each face up to 20 years in a United States prison after being convicted by a federal jury for orchestrating a $560,000 romance scam. In a statement released on Monday, the US Attorney, Alexander Uballez revealed through the Department of Justice that the Nigerian pair was convicted of perpetrating the scam following a four-day trial and under three hours of jury deliberation.

10. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday asserted that African nations will stand firm against external forces seeking to disrupt their unity. President Tinubu made the assertion in his message of unity and resilience during the swearing-in ceremony of Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama in Accra.

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Chief Executive Officer of CDA News, Ambassador Anyaragbu Chinweuba hailed the National Publicity Secretary of Southeast Young Leaders Consultative Forum (SEYLCF) and Home Branch Chairman of Ugboebelle Community Development Union (UCDU), Hon.Elder Ikechiuku A Ikechi on the occasion of his birthday anniversary.

Ambassador Anyaragbu in his goodwill message described the Pragmatic leader as not only experienced but a man with a track record of performance in every position he has held.

He expressed confidence in Hon.Elder Ikechiuku A Ikechi's ability and experience to offer the to the people an impactful and quality leadership.

May the Almighty God grant you many more years in good health and wisdom as you continues to tender quality leadership to our people.

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... Inaugurates Environmental and Sanitation Committee

In a bid to promote cleanliness and hygiene in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area, the Council Chairman, Rt. Hon. Asuakak Umoh has inaugurated Environmental and Sanitation Committee.

The committee is tasked with overseeing the implementation of environmental and sanitation policies and programmes of the Asuakak Umoh’s led administration in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area

The inauguration of the committee, according to the Chairman, is a significant step towards addressing the environmental challenges facing Ibiono Ibom.

Hon. Umoh noted that the committee’s establishment is part of the council’s efforts to provide a clean and healthy environment for residents, foster peace, and promote development in the Area.

The Committee which has its members drawn from the thirteen political wards of the Local Government is chaired by Elder Victor Etok

The Council Boss applauded the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, for maintaining a clean and green environment in the state through regular monthly sanitation exercises. He also sought continued support for greater achievements.

In his remarks, the Committee Chairman, Elder Victor Etok described the inauguration of the Committee as a welcome development and expressed optimism that it would bring about positive changes in their environment. He pledged the committee’s commitment to its purpose.

The Inauguration of the 100-man Environmental and Sanitation Committee came immediately after the Executive Chairman had earlier Inaugurated a 28-man Media Committee and a 9-man Revenue Committee in his office, bringing the total number of youths engaged by the council in the three Committees to 137.

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CDA News boss , Ambassador Anyaragbu Chinweuba has felicitates with a seasoned Pragmatic lady, Ms.Blessing Onyije on the occasion of her birthday celebration.

Ambassador Anyaragbu in his goodwill message described Miss Blessing Onyije
as security expert with a track record of performance, Pragmatic leader and Virtuous Lady.

He wishes her well and also prayed to God to grant her many more years in good health and wisdom as she continues to effectively perform her duties .

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Good morning dear esteemed readers! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

1. Ministries, departments and agencies, MDAs, will today, Tuesday, begin the defence of their allocations in the 2025 budget estimates. According to the timeline of the budget process, the first set of MDAs will go before the Senate and the House of Representatives joint committees.

2. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, declared yesterday that Nigeria is not at risk yet of the Human Metapneumovirus, HMPV infection. In China, thousands of people, especially children, have been hospitalised due to the infection.

3. There was a fierce battle at the weekend between troops of Operation Hadin Kai and terrorists of the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP. The terrorists reportedly ambushed the troops in Sabon Gari, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State, leading to a two-hour gun battle.

4. Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has said that his New Year message on the state of the nation under the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu government has led to threats against his life and family. Obi said this on Monday in a series of tweets on his X handle. The former Anambra State governor said he had received all sorts of messages, including threats to his life and that of those around him.

5. Two persons were killed in a suspected bomb explosion that occurred yesterday at an Islamiyya school located at Kuchibiyu community in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja. Two other persons who were injured were said to have been rushed to Kubwa General Hospital.

6. The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, is on the heels of some suspected vandals allegedly responsible for stealing sewage manhole covers in Abuja. Mr Lere Olayinka, media aide to the FCT Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike, confirmed this in a statement. This is even as the FCT Police paraded about 50 suspects arrested in connection to the vandalized infrastructures.

7. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced a remittance of over N6bn to the coffers of the Nigerian government in 2024. According to the board’s weekly bulletin released on Monday by its Public Communication Advisor, Dr Fabian Benjamin, JAMB generated a total income of N22,996,653,265.25 in 2024, out of which N6,034,605,510.69 was remitted to the government.

8. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission says it dismissed 27 of its officers last year for misconduct and fraudulent activities. The anti-graft agency also said it was investigating “a trending $400,000 claim of a yet-to-be-identified supposed staff of the EFCC against a Sectional Head.”

9. The Anambra State Police Command said it arrested two brothers for allegedly killing and burying their brother in a shallow grave in their compound in Oko community, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The state Commissioner for Police, Nnaghe Itam, disclosed this during a press briefing at the command’s headquarters in Awka, on Monday.

10. No fewer than four persons have been killed in a clash involving some suspected rival cult groups in Owo, the headquarters of Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday. It was gathered that the victims included a yet-to-be-identified woman and her baby who were reportedly hit by stray bullets of the suspected cultists. The other two victims were allegedly shot during the clash.

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Good morning dear esteemed readers! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

1. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will today depart for Accra, Ghana, to attend the inauguration of Ghana’s President-elect, John Dramani Mahama. The inauguration, scheduled for tomorrow, marks Mahama’s return to power following his victory in the December 2024 elections.

2. Tragedy struck in Agbor, headquarters of Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, on Sunday, as a petrol tanker burst into flames, resulting in deaths. The incident occurred close to a FirstBank branch along the ever-busy Old Lagos/Asaba Road.

3. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission, NDPC, has announced plans to significantly ramp up enforcement and impose substantial fines on data controllers and processors that violate the Nigeria Data Protection Act, NDPA. This was disclosed by the National Commissioner/CEO of the Commission, Dr Vincent Olatunji, in a video outlining the Commission’s 2025 agenda, shared on its social media platforms at the weekend.

4. Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has declared a three-day mourning and prayer period to honour the passing of the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Temitayo Oluwatuyi. The late SSG died on Saturday following complications from a road accident, which occurred two weeks ago.

5. The Federal Government on Sunday said it would activate surveillance measures for inbound passengers from China following the current surge of a respiratory virus. Reports indicate that the virus has led to overcrowded hospitals, emergency measures and public concerns in China.

6. Barring any last-minute change in plans, marketers and retailers of petroleum products will start lifting Premium Motor Spirit, petrol, from the Port Harcourt Refining Company this week. The Publicity Secretary of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria, Joseph Obele, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with our correspondent.

7. The Peoples Democratic Party has set its sights on expanding its influence across Nigeria, vowing to secure more governorship positions and reclaim power at the national level in 2027. This was the message from the PDP National Working Committee on Sunday during a visit to Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, at his country home in Sampou, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area.

8. A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has declared that the Governor of Rivers State, Siminialayi Fubara, has the legal standing to transact businesses with the lawmakers that did not vacate their seat in the State House of Assembly. This was as the court on December 20, dismissed the suit seeking to compel the Governor of the state to represent the N800billion 2024 Budget of the state to the aggrieved 27 lawmakers of the State House of Assembly led by Martins Amaewhule.

9. The operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested an ex-convict, Eniola Sodade, for passport racketeering at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA Ikeja, Lagos. The NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. Babafemi said the suspect had earlier been arrested by operatives of the Tincan Command, Lagos in June, 2024 for drug trafficking.

10. Gunmen have killed the Katsina State Chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeder Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, Alhaji Surajo Leader and two others in Kusada Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred on Saturday night when the gunmen invaded Mai Rana community in Kusada LGA.

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Amb.Anyaragbu felicitates a member of Success Melody Choir Band of ESOCS Church Diobu Provence, Rivers State, Apostle Kelechi Nze on his Birthday.

He describes Apostle Kelechi Nzeas an Industrialist , Dedicated leader, Hardworking, Honest,, Bridge Builder, and Pragmatic Leader.

His contribution towards the service of God's work is a testament and remarkable.

Happy birthday Apostle Kelechi Nze your lines have fallen in pleasant places you have a good heritage.

You have set the LORD always before you because [he is] at your right hand, you shall not be moved Baba Kelebu

May Almighty continue to flourish you in his Glory, and grant you good health, long life, and prosperity.

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Good morning dear esteemed readers! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

1. Ondo State Government on Saturday confirmed the death of the Secretary to the State Government, Hon. Tayo Oluwatuyi, popularly known as Tukana. Oluwatuyi served as Chairman Akure South local government and was SSG to the late former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.

2. Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has announced that the state government will subsidise the cost of petrol to farmers in communities affected by Boko Haram insurgency. Zulum announced the subsidy on Friday evening in Bama town when he flagged off the distribution of farm inputs to over 5,000 farmers hitherto displaced by Boko Haram insurgents.

3. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to completing the Eastern Rail Line, connecting Port Harcourt to Maiduguri, and supporting the development of the resource-rich Anambra Basin. Tinubu gave the assurance at an interactive session with South East leaders during his official visit to Enugu State on Saturday.

4. Not less than 50 shops housing grinding engines were on Friday razed by fire at the’ Karar Yan Nika’ area of the popular Sokoto Kara Market. The incident, which cause is yet to be known, occurred at 11 pm, affecting residential buildings with significant financial losses to other individuals with property and goods close to the affected part according to reports.

5. Operatives of the Kano Police Command on Saturday said it has arrested a 25-year-old man, Abubakar Musa for allegedly kidnapping a 2-year-old boy, Al’amin Ahmad Garba. It was gathered that the suspect kidnapped his victim, took him to an unknown destination and demanded a ransom of N50 million for the victim’s release.

6. Some residents in Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State have started fleeing their communities following the threat by the bandits’ kingpin, Bello Turji. The bandit had issued a serious warning to the Nigerian government to either release his in-law, who was arrested by the security forces in Shinkafi, or he would return to his brutality against the people of the area.

7. President Bola Tinubu on Saturday said he removed the subsidy on fuel to safeguard the future of Nigerians. Tinubu said he couldn’t allow Nigeria to go bankrupt, hence the need to remove the subsidy on fuel. He disclosed this during a town hall meeting with the people of Enugu State after inaugurating some of the projects built by Governor Peter Mbah on Saturday.

8. The Jigawa State Police Command on Saturday confirmed that a communal clash in the state on Friday resulted in the death of nine people, while four others suffered varying degrees of injuries. It was learnt that the communal clash which occurred on Friday in the Miga Local Government Area of the state claimed nine lives and left many others hospitalized.

9. Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police Command, on Saturday, killed two suspected kidnappers and rescued four victims. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Henry Okoye, in a statement, said the police engaged the kidnappers in a gun duel after receiving a distress call.

10. Illegal connections, wire snap, vandalism, among others, caused 174 electricity-related accidents nationwide between January and September 2024, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission stated in its quarterly reports. This represents a significant 38 per cent increase compared to the 126 incidents reported during the same period in 2023, raising fresh concerns about safety standards in the country’s power sector.

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If Alex Otti is performing so well, why are people not decamping to Labour Party -APC Chieftain, Donatus Nwankpa

Hon. Donatus Nwankpa, the APC National Welfare Secretary, has expressed doubts about Governor Alex Otti's chances in the 2027 Abia State governorship election.

While Nwankpa didn't make a definitive prediction, he questioned Otti's party affiliation, pointing out that independent candidates don't contest elections in Abia State.

Nwankpa also highlighted the APC's growing strength in Abia State, citing the decampment of over 40% of PDP members and others to the APC.

I have never claimed to be a prophet, and I did not see Nostradamus to tell me the secrets of how we can predict the way he did. But let me ask you something, does the governor of Abia State have a political party platform? That is a research I want you to conduct. To that end, independent candidate does not contest election in Abia.

On the side of the APC, we have started bringing ourselves together. What we had was the problem of the opposition, not just at the national level, but at the State level that is our ability to manage our ego, exhibit humility, accept another leadership over us.

That is why a lot of people will keep on struggling, battling, and engaging in ego trip and forgetting the faith of the millions of people behind them.
As it is today, APC is the largest party in Abia State, with the decampment of over 40 per cent of members of PDP and many other parties to APC. Let me ask you, if the governor is performing so well, why is it that many people are not decamping to Labour Party?”

Credit :THE SUN.

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