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2/26/2025, 11:42:43 PM

*HEALTHCARE LEADERSHIP REDEFINED: Francis Amadike Represents Njaba LGA in National Fellowship Program* https://Umuakanews24.wordpress.com A young leader from Umuaka Njaba LGA, Amadike Francis, a graduate of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), has been selected for the esteemed National Health Fellowship Program, organized by the Federal Government. This program, approved by President Bola Tinubu in April 2024, aims to equip young Nigerians with the skills and knowledge necessary to improve primary healthcare delivery in their local communities. As one of the selected fellows, Francis will undergo rigorous training in leadership, financial services, risk management, and other relevant areas. This training will enable him to effectively assess, monitor, and evaluate the primary healthcare system in Njaba LGA. The National Health Fellowship Program seeks to engage young Nigerians in the development and implementation of primary healthcare policies and programs in their local communities. Francis is currently in Abuja, where he is undergoing training alongside other selected fellows from across the 774 Local Government Areas in Nigeria. The training will culminate in an inauguration ceremony, scheduled to take place at the Presidential Villa on Monday, next week. We congratulate Francis on his selection as a National Health Fellow and wish him success in his endeavors. *Umuaka News24 Reports*

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2/26/2025, 12:24:23 PM

*Follow up report Local Government Chairman Vows to Combat Human Trafficking in Njaba* In a decisive move to protect vulnerable members of the community, Local Government Chairman Mr. Vitalis Ugochukwu has pledged to launch a crackdown on human trafficking, particularly the sexual exploitation of underage girls in Njaba. Following a recent disturbing incident, Mr. Ugochukwu has vowed to increase surveillance and monitoring of brothels in and around Umuaka and Njaba. The primary focus of this initiative is to prevent the sexual exploitation and trafficking of underage girls in Njaba. This proactive stance aims to safeguard the well-being, safety, and dignity of young girls in the area, ensuring that they are not coerced or forced into exploitative situations. https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaIZskwFSAt2q5y6PN2M *Stay tuned to Umuaka News24 for further updates and developments.*

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2/27/2025, 4:30:45 AM

*BREAKING NEWS: Obinwanne Detainees Released Without Ransom* https://Umuakanews24.wordpress.com Reports are emerging that the guys arrested in Obinwanne on Monday have been released from the Department of State Services (DSS) custody without paying any ransom. This development comes after their detention sparked widespread concern among Umuaka people when Umuaka News24 reported it. While details surrounding their release remain scarce, sources confirm that the detainees were set free yesterday night, bringing relief to their families and the community at large. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story. *Follow Umuaka News24 for the latest news and updates.*

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2/27/2025, 3:13:37 AM

The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), formed by Niger 🇳🇪, Mali 🇲🇱, and Burkina Faso 🇧🇫, has officially launched its new federation flag. After leaving ECOWAS weeks ago, they introduced a joint AES passport. The three nations plan to create a single currency. They also formed a joint task force with 5,000 troops under the AES Confederation to fight terrorism in the region.

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2/26/2025, 11:34:54 AM

*THE VIDEO WAS FOR MY HUSBAND, NOT YAHOO BOY, SAYS UMUAKA WOMAN AT THE CENTER OF VIRAL VIDEO SCANDAL* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaIZskwFSAt2q5y6PN2M A woman from Umuaka, who was recently embroiled in a scandal surrounding a leaked video, has reportedly clarified the circumstances surrounding the recording. According to the woman, the video was made for her husband while he was abroad, and was not intended for public consumption. Meanwhile, the woman's husband has reportedly denied allegations of under-aged sex trafficking in his business, stating that the accusations are sponsored by competitors to tarnish his reputation. He reportedly maintained that his business operates within the bounds of the law. The woman's rebuttal and her husband's denial have sparked mixed reactions in the community, adding nuance to the whole Brouhaha. Stay tuned for further updates on this story. *Follow Umuaka News24 and Umuaka Peoples Assembly on our social platforms for the latest news and updates in umuaka.*

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2/27/2025, 4:27:24 AM

*Instagram may launch separate Reels app to take on TikTok, reports suggest.* X.com/UmuakaNews24 Instagram is reportedly considering launching its short-form video feature, Reels, as a separate app as the future of Chinese-owned TikTok remains uncertain in the US. The social media platform's boss Adam Mosseri told staff about the potential move this week, according to technology industry–focused business publication The Information, which cited a person who heard the remarks. Instagram's parent company Meta did not immediately respond to a BBC request for comment. In January, US President Donald Trump granted TikTok a 75-day extension to comply with a law signed by then-President Joe Biden that requires a sale or ban of the platform. At the time, he floated the possibility of a joint venture running the company, saying he was seeking a 50-50 partnership between "the United States" and its Chinese owner ByteDance. But he did not give any further details on how that might work. The Biden administration had argued that TikTok, which has 170 million US users, could be used by China as a tool for spying and political manipulation. Opponents of a ban have cited freedom of speech as a reason for keeping the platform open. In 2018, Meta launched a standalone app called Lasso to compete with TikTok but it was later shut down. Follow Umuaka News24 and Umuaka Peoples Assembly on our social platforms for your updates on local and international news.

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2/27/2025, 9:50:01 AM

*Akwa Okuku Faces 20-Year Prison Sentence Over Money Ritual, Drug Allegations* Popular Anambra native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko, is facing a 20-year prison sentence as the Anambra State Government has brought six charges against him. The charges, which were filed in court, include alleged involvement in money rituals, suspected ties to drug dealers, and other undisclosed offenses. Authorities claim that Nwangwu's activities have raised serious security concerns in the state, prompting legal action. https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaIZskwFSAt2q5y6PN2M *Follow Umuaka News24*

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2/27/2025, 6:31:38 AM

𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝, 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐡 A daring confrontation between the police and kidnappers in Plateau State has resulted in the deaths of two police officers and the arrest of four suspected kidnappers. https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaIZskwFSAt2q5y6PN2M Follow umuaka news 24

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2/26/2025, 12:22:52 PM

𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝-𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐤𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟓𝟖 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 The Thai couple, Ekkachai and Laksana Tiranarat, who clinched the world record for the longest kiss of 58 hours and 35 minutes in February 2013, have revealed they are no longer together. Speaking on the BBC Sounds podcast, Witness History, which aired recently, Ekkachai talked about the end of their marriage, expressing pride in their record-breaking achievement. "I am very proud. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. "We spent a long time together and I'm trying to remember the good memories and that we did this together," he told the host. The couple had broken the record initially in 2011 when they kissed for 46 hours and 24 minutes, at a time when the competitors were trying to beat a 32 hours and seven minutes record

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2/26/2025, 11:30:05 AM

*FIRE RAVAGES LADIPO AND OWODE ONIRIN MARKETS IN LAGOS* *Millions of Naira Worth of Goods Destroyed, No Casualties Recorded* https://Umuakanews24.wordpress.com Lagos, Nigeria - Tragedy struck in the early hours of Tuesday as fire outbreaks ravaged Ladipo Market in Mushin and Owode Onirin Market along Ikorodu Road, Lagos. The inferno, which broke out around 1 a.m. at Ladipo Market, destroyed several shops and warehouses filled with mechanical tools, vehicle spare parts, motorcycles, and household electrical appliances. Firefighters from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service responded swiftly to the incident, containing the fire by 6 a.m. and preventing it from spreading to adjoining properties and businesses. Another fire outbreak occurred at Owode Onirin Market, affecting several shops dealing in metallic materials. Firefighters from the Alausa and Ikorodu Fire Stations responded quickly, bringing the situation under control by 5 a.m. According to the Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, investigations will determine the cause of both fires once firefighting operations reach the damping-down stage. "Thankfully, no casualties were recorded in either incident," she stated. *Umuaka News24 Reports*