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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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Jan
15
2025
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Ohafia LGA Boss Celebrates 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day In Umuahia

Ohafia LGA Boss Celebrates 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day In Umuahia

Armed Forces, Abia State, Ohafia LGA
OHAFIA LGA COUNCIL BOSS CELEBRATES 2025 ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY IN UMUAHIA The Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Kalu recently joined forces with the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex C. Otti , to celebrate a significant event. Together, they honored the Nigerian Legion, Abia State Council, on the 2025 Armed Forces Day in Umuahia. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, who had previously taken over the leadership of Ohafia LGA from Chief Bourdex in a grand ceremony, demonstrated his commitment to community and state development by participating in this important celebration. The 2025 Armed Forces Day celebration was an…
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Jan
15
2025
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Honour, Courage And Patriotism: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations And Remembrance Day

Honour, Courage And Patriotism: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations And Remembrance Day

Abia State, Armed Forces, Good Governance, News Flash
HONOUR, COURAGE AND PATRIOTISM Being the Text of a Speech Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the 2025 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance Day on January 15, 2025 at the Armed Forces Remembrance Arcade, Umuahia Protocols, The stability, development and future of any nation is determined in large part by its ability to defend itself against external and internal threats, effectively protecting its borders while keeping the citizens safe and secured from all forms of aggression. With the rising number of well-funded radical groups across the world and the increasing desperation of non-state actors to disrupt the global…
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Jan
15
2025
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Urgent Plea For Action: Abam Community Call For ABIA State Government’s Swift Action On Resolved Land Dispute

Urgent Plea For Action: Abam Community Call For ABIA State Government’s Swift Action On Resolved Land Dispute

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, News Flash, Security
Abam Community Call For ABIA State Government's Swift Action on Resolved Land Dispute. In the heart of Abia State, the Ndi Ojiugwo Autonomous Community in Abam, Arochukwu Local Government Area, is fervently appealing to Governor Alex Otti for immediate intervention in a long-standing land dispute. The community, led by President General Mr. Ikwan Ebe Uka, is seeking the governor’s assistance to implement the Supreme Court’s decision regarding the Ogbuebulu Rice Farm land. During a recent press briefing, Mr. Uka expressed the community’s urgent need for the government to expedite the process. “We are calling on Governor Otti to act swiftly,”…
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Jan
15
2025
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Ex-AGF Granted Bail In N1.96Bn Fraud Case

Ex-AGF Granted Bail In N1.96Bn Fraud Case

Crime, Abuja, Judiciary
Ex-AGF Granted Bail In N1.96bn Fraud Case The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted former Accountant-General of the Federation, Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku, bail in the sum of N500 million. The development comes as Nwabuoku faces charges of alleged N1.96 billion fraud. Justice James Omotosho, in his ruling, stipulated that Nwabuoku’s bail be secured with two sureties, each providing a guarantee of N500 million. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had re-arraigned Nwabuoku on an amended nine-count charge of money laundering and abuse of office. The charges, filed on November 27, 2024, accuse Nwabuoku of conspiring with four companies…
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Jan
15
2025
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Detained Over Criminal Charges

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Detained Over Criminal Charges

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, World News
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Detained Over Criminal Charges South Korean authorities have detained President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning on charges of leading an insurrection over his brief imposition of martial law last month. According to reports, a warrant to detain Yoon was executed shortly after 10:30am local time on Wednesday, citing the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO). “To prevent an unfortunate and violent incident, I decided to appear before the CIO even though I believe the investigation is illegal,” Yoon said in a video message recorded at his residence in central Seoul. “The rule of…
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Jan
15
2025
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President Tinubu Appoints Adekaiyaoja As First Female Deputy DG Of DSS

President Tinubu Appoints Adekaiyaoja As First Female Deputy DG Of DSS

News Flash, Police Force, Presidency
Tinubu Appoints Adekaiyaoja As First Female Deputy DG Of DSS President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Folashade Adekaiyaoja as deputy director-general of the Department of State Services (DSS). Adekaiyaoja, who hails from Kogi state, is the first female operative of the DSS to occupy the position. While the presidency has not made an official statement, a source told TheCable that the appointment is part of the president’s efforts to reorganise the secret police for better performance. The source, who asked not to be named because he is not authorised to speak on the appointment, said Tinubu is poised…
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Jan
15
2025
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Abia State Police Command Decorates 63 Newly Promoted Officers

Abia State Police Command Decorates 63 Newly Promoted Officers

Abia State, Police Force, Security
ABIA STATE POLICE COMMAND DECORATES 63 NEWLY PROMOTED OFFICERS Today 14/01/2025, the Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, presided over the decoration of newly promoted police officers, held at the Command's Officers’ Mess Umuahia. A total of 63 officers were decorated including 16 promoted from Superintendent of Police (SP) to Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), 11 officers from Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) to Superintendent of Police (SP), and 36 officers from Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) to Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP). The CP charged the promoted officers to continue serving with dedication, and representing the…
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Jan
15
2025
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CBN Fines Nine Banks N150m Each For ATM Cash Shortages

CBN Fines Nine Banks N150m Each For ATM Cash Shortages

CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, News Flash
CBN Fines Nine Banks N150m Each For ATM Cash Shortages The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sanctioned nine Deposit Money Banks with fines totalling N1.35bn for failing to ensure cash availability via Automated Teller Machines during the festive season. Each of the banks was fined N150m following spot checks that revealed non-compliance with the apex bank’s cash distribution guidelines. The affected banks include Fidelity Bank Plc, First Bank Plc, Keystone Bank Plc, Union Bank Plc, Globus Bank Plc, Providus Bank Plc, Zenith Bank Plc, United Bank for Africa Plc, and Sterling Bank Plc. The fines will be directly debited…
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Jan
15
2025
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Saving, Investing, And Thriving: Aba’s Entrepreneurs Share Their Stories – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Saving, Investing, And Thriving: Aba’s Entrepreneurs Share Their Stories – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters
Saving, Investing, and Thriving: Aba's Entrepreneurs Share Their Stories Aba, a city in Abia State, Nigeria, is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit. Despite the economic uncertainty, Aba's entrepreneurs have developed super saving and wealth building strategies to stay ahead. According to a survey conducted by the Aba Chamber of Commerce, 75% of entrepreneurs in Aba have developed unique saving strategies to navigate uncertain times. This statistic underscores the resilience and adaptability of Aba's entrepreneurs. One of the key strategies employed by Aba's entrepreneurs is thriftiness. They prioritize saving over spending, allocating a significant portion of their income to savings. A…
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