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Feb

2026

Ikenna Ukwa @41: A Befitting Birthday Message To A Great Political Grassroots Illuminator, Philanthropist

A befitting happy birthday to a great Political Grassroots Illuminator, Media Mogul and philanthropist. Your wisdom, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the ideals of good governance, justice, equity and fairness is unparalleled. May your remaining years ahead be filled with joy, peace, love and extravagant grace of God. May this years birthday usher in the fulfilment of your dreams and aspirations in good health. As you dey light, e dey show. Enjoy your day and best wishes from all of us @ AttNews. Signed. Dr. Uduma NnatePublisher/CEO

Feb

2026

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External Reserves Jump To $48.37bn, Gain $2.47bn In 1 Month

Abia State, Economy, News Flash

External Reserves Jump To $48.37bn, Gain $2.47bn In 1 Month Nigeria’s external buffers strengthened further in February 2026 as its foreign reserves climbed sharply to $48.37 billion, highlighting sustained inflows and improved liquidity conditions in the economy. Latest data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) show that gross external reserves rose from $45.90 billion recorded on January 13, 2026 to $48.37 billion as of February 16, 2026. This represents a $2.47 billion increase within one month, translating to a 5.4 per cent rise over the period. The accretion extends a recovery cycle that began in the second half of…

Feb

2026

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Where Are The Hospitals? – They Are In Abia, Not In Your Social Media Propaganda- By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health

WHERE ARE THE HOSPITALS? — THEY ARE IN ABIA, NOT IN YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA PROPAGANDA The ₦38bn claim is not floating in air. It is tied to specific, visible healthcare interventions already underway across Abia: 1️⃣ 200 PRIMARY HEALTHCARE CENTRES (PROJECT EKWUEME) Across all 184 wards, facilities are being rebuilt with power, water, equipment and staffing. These are not “one showpiece hospital” projects — they are distributed frontline care infrastructure. 2️⃣ ABSUTH RECONSTRUCTION — ABA A new hospital complex is rising inside Abia State University Teaching Hospital, doubling tertiary capacity and replacing decades-old structures. 3️⃣ GENERAL HOSPITAL UPGRADES Formerly moribund…

Feb

2026

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It’s Time For The Youths And I Love Your Courage And Selflessness – Chief Boco Ibe Tells Ikenna Ukwa

Abia North, News Flash, Personality, Politics

IT'S TIME FOR THE YOUTHS AND I LOVE YOUR COURAGE AND SELFLESSNESS: CHIEF BOCO IBE TELLS IKENNA UKWA …Commends Him For His Community Development Initiatives A prominent Abiriba Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, Chief Boco Ibe has commended the courage and achievements of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria. Chief Boco Ibe, CEO of Bovibes Entertainment, made the commendation during a familiarization visit by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa to his country home in Abiriba, Ohafia LGA, Abia State, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He described Ukwa as a goal-getter and friend of the masses who…

Feb

2026

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A Happy 61st Birthday Celebration To Governor Alex Otti From Hon. Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa

Abia State, Birthday, Personality

HAPPY 61ST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION TO GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI I join Abians all over the world to celebrate the Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr Alex C. Otti on the occasion of his 61st birthday anniversary. I celebrate his dedication to the progress and development of Abia State. On behalf of my family and the entire members of IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP, I pray that God grant him more strength, wisdom, and guidance as he continues to steer Abia State towards prosperity and growth. Hon Ikenna Nicolas UkwaSenior Legislative Aide to The Senate President - Nigeria

Feb

2026

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APC Stakeholders Resolves To Set Aside Diffences And Work For The Progress Of The Party

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Politics

APC STAKEHOLDERS RESOLVES TO SET ASIDE DIFFERENCES AND WORK FOR THE PROGRESS OF THE PARTY APC stakeholders from Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs have resolved to put aside individual differences and work together for the progress and unity of the party. The resolution was made during a meeting convened by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, and attended by selected stakeholders from all wards in the eight clans of Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs, on Tuesday 17th February 2026. The stakeholders emphasized that peace and unity are crucial for the party's growth and…

Feb

2026

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“The Pride Of The Party”: At 61, Otti’s Reform Agenda Reshaping Abia – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

“The Pride of the Party”: At 61, Otti’s Reform Agenda Reshaping Abia When Nenadi Usman described Governor Alex Otti as “the pride of the party,” she captured more than partisan admiration. At 61, Otti’s leadership has become a focal point of reform politics in Abia—where governance is measured not only by projects delivered, but by systems rebuilt, arrears cleared, and trust restored after decades of institutional fatigue. A defining pillar of this reform arc is the Abia Senior Citizens Welfare Law, which institutionalizes monthly stipends, free medical access, and structured social protection for residents aged 60 and above. In a…

Feb

2026

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At 61: Otti’s Ideas, Reform, Resilience – And The Burden Of Proof – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality

At 61: Otti’s Ideas, Reform, Resilience — and the Burden of Proof As Dr Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, marks 61, his administration sits at a rare intersection in Nigerian subnational governance: high reform velocity, intense scrutiny, and relentless political contestation.This is not merely a birthday milestone.It is a governance stress-test. Reform Under Fire From tax alignment with federal reforms to energy independence positioning Abia outside grid collapse cycles, Otti has pushed structural shifts rather than ceremonial governance. Aba Smart City, digital ministries backbone, and WAN infrastructure reflect a technocratic state model emerging in real time.Ideas Before ComfortRejecting Government House residency,…

Feb

2026

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Happy Birthday To His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, The Executive Governor Of Abia State- By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D ( SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

Happy Birthday to His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, the Executive Governor of Abia State. Today, Abians celebrate a rare leader, a courageous reformer, and a proven jinx breaker whose emergence reshaped the trajectory of our dear state. Like a modern day Moses, you have led Abia from the wilderness of decay and despair into a season of renewal, restoration, and visible progress. What was once dismissed as impossible has, under your watch, become a living reality. Through discipline, transparency, and visionary leadership, you have redefined governance and restored dignity to public service. Infrastructure is being rebuilt, institutions strengthened,…

Feb

2026

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Former Ukwa East Deputy Chairman, Ex-Agriculture Adviser Defect To Labour Party With Supporters

Abia State, News Flash, Politics

Former Ukwa East Deputy Chairman, Ex-Agriculture Adviser Defect to Labour Party with Supporters The political landscape of Ukwa East Local Government Area has received a significant boost as the immediate past Deputy Chairman of Ukwa East, Hon. Rowland Omoni, and the former Special Adviser on Agriculture to the immediate past Governor of Abia State under the PDP-led administration, Hon. Israel Bethel, formally defected to the Labour Party alongside their supporters. The defectors were received in Azumini Ward by the Executive Chairman of Ukwa East LGA, Hon. Chibunna Akara, who applauded their decision to align with the administration of Alex Chioma…