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 ABIA STATE BOARD OF INTERNAL REVENUE COMMENCES MARKET DIGITALIZATION IN MARKETS IN ABA  The Abia State Board of Internal Revenue Service (ABIRS) in partnership with Access Bank has officially rolled out its Market Digitalization Initiative aimed at modernizing revenue collection and enhancing transparency in markets across the state. The rollout, which took place on Saturday at the Ariaria international market, Aba, was designed to identify and register traders, strengthen revenue collection, reduce leakages, and promote transparency and accountability. Speaking on behalf of the Executive Chairman, the Secretary, Abia State Internal Revenue Service (ABIRS) Mrs.  Eke Bridget said the initiative will simplify payment processes for traders, ensure accountability, and boost the state's Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). On his part, the ABIRS Head of Operation Emetu Mbah noted that the programme would ensure the easy collection of revenue in Abia state. He added that the di...

 A Utah father and son displayed a love that transcended life itself when they refused to give up on their family while  there was still breath in their lungs. Tragedy visited Riverdale, Utah, like a thief in the night, stealing a portion of this community's heart and leaving devastation in its wake. However, despite that devastation, there is also admiration.  Admiration for a life well spent and then sold dearly for loved ones. That admiration is for Nate Bird, the man who saw death coming and didn't blink as well as his young son who gave everything alongside his father. This very real human drama played out at the Bird residence, where Nate resided with his wife Lindsey and their six children.  Their home at 4611 South 1150 West was fully engulfed in flames at 1:46 p.m. on October 1st, when first responders arrived.  The Bird family, who are known in the community for their love and selflessness, showed absolute bravery and love, when things were at their ab...

 NASARAWA SDP GAINS MOMENTUM AS FORMER DEPUTY IGP, OTHERS DEFECT TO PARTY As political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections continue across the Country, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Nasarawa State has received new members, including a former Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Muhammad Ali Ari. The statement by the SDP indicates that Doma, headquarters of Doma Local Government Area, was agog as party supporters, political associates and party's candidates gathered to welcome the defectors. It notes that Muhammad Ali Ari, a former member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), had sought the party’s ticket to represent Nasarawa South Senatorial District before withdrawing from the race ahead of the primary election. The defectors were received by a former Inspector-General of Police and the SDP governorship candidate in Nasarawa State, Muhammad Adamu Abubakar. The statement further appealed to the people of Doma and Nasarawa State to support the SDP, saying such ...

 JOINT ARMY, DSS, AMOTEKUN OPERATION ELIMINATES ANOTHER ISWAP LEADER Security forces have eliminated another senior ISWAP commander accused of planning terrorist attacks across parts of Southern Nigeria. The statement by the joint Taskforce indicates that an intelligence-led operation by troops of the Nigerian Army, DSS personnel and Amotekun operatives in Owo Forest, Ondo State, has killed Abdussamad Ohida, also known as Anwar, alongside several members of the terrorist group. The Intelligence reports further says that Ohida was planning attacks on civilians during the forthcoming Yuletide, with the wider objective of disrupting the 2027 general elections. The intelligence, reportedly corroborated by partners from the United Kingdom, triggered the coordinated operation on the terrorists’ forest hideout. Ohida allegedly took over ISWAP activities across parts of the North-Central and Southern regions following the arrest of his former superior, Abu Uwais, in 2023. He was linked to ...

 OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA : TROOPS RESPOND TO TERRORIST ATTACK, RESCUE ABDUCTED VICTIMS IN ZAMFARA  Troops of Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA deployed in Anka Local Government Area Zamfara State have successfully rescued  abducted persons following a swift and decisive response to a terrorist attack along the Anka–Gadan Manya Road. On 4 September 2026, the troops while conducting routine patrol  observed armed bandits attacking two individuals traveling on a motorcycle. Troops immediately mobilized and rushed to the location. On arrival at the scene the  attackers  fled into the surrounding terrain upon and abandon their captives  In the wake of the incident, security forces have intensified operations in the general , conducting aggressive patrols to deny criminal elements any freedom of movement and to ensure the continued safety of local residents.

 Cairo-hosted summit rejects harm to Red Sea rights, regional stability The leaders of Egypt, Sudan, Eritrea and Somalia gathered on Sunday at a summit in Egypt's coastal city of El Alamein, rejecting unilateral measures that could harm Egypt and Sudan’s water rights amid their dispute with Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, Anadolu Agency reported. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, Sudan’s Sovereignty Council President General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud also rejected interference in the internal affairs of countries in the region "under any pretext", according to the El Alamein Joint Declaration issued afterwards. The declaration affirmed support for Sudan's sovereignty, territorial integrity and institutions while rejecting "the establishment of any parallel entities". It also called for the resumption of a Sudanese-owned and Sudanese-led political process, sup...

 WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY: ANAMBRA EDUCATION MINISTRY SALUTES THE TEACHERS WHO MAKE THE DIFFERENCE Behind every child who discovers their potential, there is often a teacher who saw it first. Today, I join the entire team at the Anambra State Ministry of Education to say THANK YOU to every teacher who shows up each day to teach, guide, inspire and shape the next generation. To the teacher who stays back to help a struggling child, discovers a hidden talent, or refuses to give up on a difficult learner—this is for you! To our teachers who continue to learn, adapt and embrace new technologies, you are preparing our children not just for today, but for a rapidly changing world. As Commissioner for Education, I am proud to lead a team that recognises your commitment and sacrifices. We remain committed to supporting our teachers, strengthening their capacity and creating an environment where they can thrive. Keep inspiring. Keep moulding. Keep believing. The future may carry our children's n...