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Aug
23
2023
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By Abia ThinkTank
Obi, Otti, Abure, Others Storm IMO For Achonu’s Campaign Flag Off

Obi, Otti, Abure, Others Storm IMO For Achonu’s Campaign Flag Off

Politics
Obi, Otti, Abure, others storm Imo for Achonu’s campaign flag off Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, Abia State Governor, Alex Otti and the LP National Chairman, Julius Abure, among other party members on Tuesday stormed Owerri , Imo State for the party’s governorship campaign flag-off. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State and Alex Otti among others were received by the party’s governorship candidate Senator Athan Achonu and other LP chieftains at the event. Speaking during the flag-off which witnessed a large turnout of party members and supporters, the Abia State Governor, Alex Otti maintained that the Labour…
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May
31
2025
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True Life Confession: My Husband ‘Died’ In A Gas Explosion – Until I Saw Him Buying Suya In Ibadan (Part 1)

True Life Confession: My Husband ‘Died’ In A Gas Explosion – Until I Saw Him Buying Suya In Ibadan (Part 1)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Gossips, True Life Confession, True Life Story
PART 1: MY HUSBAND ‘DIED’ IN A GAS EXPLOSION — UNTIL I SAW HIM BUYING SUYA IN IBADAN I was in the middle of frying plantain when the call came.It was from my husband's colleague in Port Harcourt."Amara, something terrible has happened. Chuka… he's gone."At first, I didn’t understand."Gone where?" I asked, wiping my palm on my wrapper.There was a long pause.Then came the bombshell."Chuka died this morning. Gas explosion at the site."My heart stopped. I sat on the kitchen floor, oil still sizzling behind me.Chuka? Dead?We had just spoken the night before.He’d sent a voice note: “Baby, I’m tired.…
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May
31
2025
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Chronic Defections In Nigerian Politics: Who Gains, Who Loses – And Why INEC Must Enforce The Law

Chronic Defections In Nigerian Politics: Who Gains, Who Loses – And Why INEC Must Enforce The Law

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
Chronic Defections In Nigerian Politics: Who Gains, Who Loses — And Why INEC Must Enforce The Law! In Nigeria’s democratic journey, one recurring threat continues to destabilise the political terrain — the chronic defection of politicians from one party to another. This trend is not only harmful to political stability but also undermines ideological clarity, electoral integrity, and most importantly, citizen trust. Under NIDMECORP, we believe that without decent and expert mentoring, guidance, or coaching — even in politics, Nigeria cannot attain quality governance and leadership quickly enough. Mentorship bridges experience and vision. It builds character, enforces values, and ensures…
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May
31
2025
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Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise

Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise

News Flash, Security
Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise The Nigerian Army has announced a major update regarding the 89 Regular Recruit Intake (89RRI) recruitment exercise. In a newly released statement, authorities confirmed that the exercise has been rescheduled to take place from June 8 to June 21, 2025, as against the previously scheduled dates of June 2 to June 16, 2025. All shortlisted candidates were advised to disregard the earlier schedule and prepare in line with the revised dates. The Army also called on the general public to take note of this important change to avoid confusion or misinformation. This development comes as…
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May
31
2025
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Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcon’s Friendly

Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcon’s Friendly

Football, News Flash, Sports
Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcons’ Friendly The friendly match between Nigeria women’s national team and Cameroon at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne has been called off, our correspondent understands. The first of the two-legged international friendly, initially scheduled for Saturday, was expected to mark the Super Falcons’ return to action for the first time since their narrow defeat to France in November 2023. However, logistical issues involving the visiting Cameroonian team have forced a change of plans. According to PUNCH Online, the Cameroonian delegation arrived in the host town very late on Friday, making it infeasible…
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May
31
2025
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Finland Begins Terrorism Trial Against Simon Ekpa

Finland Begins Terrorism Trial Against Simon Ekpa

Foreign Affairs, Human Rights, News Flash, Security
Finland Begins Terrorism Trial Against Simon Ekpa The trial of the self-acclaimed Biafra agitator, Nigerian-Finnish, Simon Ekpa, commenced in Finland on Friday. Ekpa, who heads a faction of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), was charged with terrorism offences by the Finnish authorities on May 16, 2025. The deputy prosecutor general in Finland charged Ekpa with public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent and participation in a terrorist group. Ekpa, who was arrested in November 2024 following Nigeria’s government request, appeared before the Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland on Friday as the country’s government commenced his terrorism trial.…
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May
31
2025
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Arewa Stakeholders Endorse Southwest For 2027 Presidency, Southeast For 2031

Arewa Stakeholders Endorse Southwest For 2027 Presidency, Southeast For 2031

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
Arewa Stakeholders Endorse Southwest For 2027 Presidency, Southeast For 2031 The leader of Arewa Summit International, Bashir Lamido, has advocated for the South West to produce all presidential candidates in the 2027 general elections, while urging that the South East be given full support to produce the Nigerian president in 2031. Speaking on Friday during a high-level political dialogue on zoning and national cohesion in Abuja, Lamido said the proposal is rooted in the need to promote equity, fairness, and long-term political stability across the federation. “For the sake of equity, national integration, and the stability of our democracy, we…
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May
31
2025
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Niger Flood Disaster: 115 Bodies Recovered – NEMA

Niger Flood Disaster: 115 Bodies Recovered – NEMA

Mishap, News Flash, North Central
Niger Flood Disaster: 115 Bodies Recovered – NSEMA The death toll from the flood that ravaged Tiffin Maza and Anguwan Hausawa communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger on Thursday has risen to 115. When contacted, the Public Relations Officer of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency, NSEMA, Ibrahim Hussaini, made this disclosure on behalf of the Director General, Ibrahim Baba Arah. He explained that so far the agency’s search and rescue team has recovered a total of 115 bodies. According to him, “contrary to what is on social media, we have recovered 115 bodies. The search and rescue…
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May
31
2025
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Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life

Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life

Crime, Gossips, News Flash, Security, South South
Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life Jane Edidiong Ufot, the daughter of Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno, has posted a video on social media accusing him of sacrificing his deceased wife (her mother). Patience Oluwakemi Umo Eno died in September 2024 over an undisclosed illness. Mrs Ufot, appointed as a senior special adviser to the governor on health, safety and environment, blasted her father, insisting that she would not be sacrificed the way her mother was, alleging a sinister threat to her life and that of her little daughter. “I’m not…
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May
30
2025
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2-Year-Anniversary: ATTNEWS Felicitates With His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR, Executive Governor Of ABIA State And His Deputy Engr Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE

2-Year-Anniversary: ATTNEWS Felicitates With His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR, Executive Governor Of ABIA State And His Deputy Engr Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, People & Events
Felicitation MessageHis Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFRExecutive Governor of Abia State On this momentous occasion commemorating the biennium of your distinguished gubernatorial tenure, inaugurated on the 29th day of May 2023, we unite with Abia State's citizenry and the Nigerian populace in tendering our most profound felicitations for this consequential milestone. Your visionary stewardship has catalyzed transformative advancements across the state, evincing an unwavering dedication to civic welfare and developmental excellence through meticulously orchestrated initiatives and infrastructural enterprises. We extol your indefatigable commitment to institutionalizing accountable governance, stimulating sustainable economic revitalization, and enshrining principles of equitable justice. Your strategic…
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May
30
2025
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The New ABIA At Two: Sustaining The Momentum – Being Governor Otti’s Second Anniversary Speech On May 29, 2025

The New ABIA At Two: Sustaining The Momentum – Being Governor Otti’s Second Anniversary Speech On May 29, 2025

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
THE NEW ABIA AT TWO: SUSTAINING THE MOMENTUM Being the Text of a Speech Delivered by Gov. Alex C. Otti, OFR, on May 29, 2025 to Mark the Second Anniversary of the Government Protocols Today is a special day in the annals of our history and I share in the joy of millions of Abians at home and in the diaspora whose sacrifices and resilient push for a better social and economic deal for the State took down the old stronghold that arrested our development for decades and ushered in a new dawn of hope and progress. For our people,…
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