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Infrastructure: Igbo leaders inspect 2nd Niger Bridge project, states position

Igbo leaders comprising Governors, former Governor’s, serving federal ministers, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, members of political parties from different political affiliations and State Government functionaries in Igbo speaking states at the weekend, embarked on the assessment of the ongoing construction of the second Niger Bridge project being undertaken by Julius Berger.

During a brief ceremony preceding the inspection, Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma commended President Muhammadu Buhari for making sure the project never stopped.

Uzodinma expressed great optimism that the bridge would be ready by 2022, stressing that ndigbo will know the difference between All Progressive Congress, which he posited, is a party that delivers infrastructure and the other political parties that are known for abandoned projects.

The Imo Governor also lauded the new leadership of Ohaneze Ndigbo-led by Professor George Obiozor for starting on a positive note with this inspection and stated that diplomacy and dialogue is the way for Ndigbo.

According to him, there is nothing Ndigbo can not get if only they follow diplomacy and dialogue.

He urged Ndigbo to embrace the All Progressives Congress and take advantage of the current membership registration and revalidation exercise to join the governing party.

The President General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Professor George Obiozor on his part, lauded the speedy rate of work on the construction, adding that ndigbo are impressed with the level of work on the project and assured of the continued support of the people of Igbo nation to enable government implement its developmental policies.

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AFRIMA President speaks on fostering collaboration within African music community as BridgeAfric launches in Malawi |

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The President/Executive Producer, All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, Mike Dada, would be sharing his thought at the BridgeAfric’s Southern Africa launch in Malawi on March 23, 2024.

It is in continuation of promoting and showcasing African artistes, providing them with platforms to reach a global audience beyond their home countries,

BridgeAfric is a revolutionary initiative aimed at connecting African artistes and industry professionals across the continent led by the dynamic Victoria Nkong.

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With the theme; importance of fostering collaboration within the African music community, Dada would be speaking on the significance of working together in promoting African music on a global scale.

In his statement, the AFRIMA President noted that there are potential for growth and success that come from uniting artistes, producers, and other stakeholders in the industry.

Dada, who lauded BridgAfric for its efforts in connecting Malawians artistes with industry professionals, helping them to build their careers and reach a wider audience, said he is committed to supporting initiatives like BridgAfric that empower African artists and promote the rich diversity of African music. He believes that by working together, they can create a more vibrant and inclusive music industry that celebrates the talent and creativity of artists from across the continent.

“This is very significant for the growth, development and promotion of the arts and music industry in Africa, especially when you look at it from the point of view of collaborations, the Malawi music industry and connecting to the center of the journey of the ongoing movements and the development of the African industry to the global audience,” Dada submitted.

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South African billionaire commits suicide

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A South African billionaire, Markus Jooste has committed suicide as he was found dead with a gunshot wound near Cape Town.

It was reported that the billionaire shot himself in the head while taking a walk just few minutes from his Stellenbosch home.

The former Steinhoff CEO had been involved in an accounting fraud scandal as he got a hefty fine on Wednesday.

Police are investigating, stating that no foul play is suspected.

“It is alleged that the victim sustained a gunshot wound at around 1520 (local time) at Kwaaiwater and succumbed to death on his way to hospital,” Western Cape police spokesperson Colonel Andre Traut said in a statement.

Jooste’s death comes after a fine from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority for false financial statements linked to Steinhoff’s near-collapse in 2017 due to accounting irregularities. 

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El-Rufai Speaks On Dumping APC For SDP

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A former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has denied rumours of his planned defection of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

El-Rufai made an unexpected appearance at the SDP National Secretariat in Abuja on Wednesday.

The National Chairman of the SDP, Shehu Musa Gabam, and other chieftains of the party received the former Kaduna governor.

Reacting in a statement on Thursday issued by his spokesman, Muyiwa Adekeye, El-Rufai said he only visited the SDP headquarters to return a visit to the party’s chairman.

The former Minister said Gabam was among his friends who took part in the break of the Ramadan fast (Iftar) at his house in Abuja on Tuesday.

El-Rufai said he is known for being open and forthright, adding that his political decisions would not be subjected to speculation.

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