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Oct
01
2025
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President Tinubu’s Visit And Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda In Enyimba City – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

President Tinubu’s Visit And Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda In Enyimba City – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Good Governance, Presidency
President Tinubu’s Visit and Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda in Enyimba City By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The historic city of Aba, popularly known as the Enyimba City and long celebrated as the commercial heartbeat of the Southeast, is today witnessing a bold transformation agenda under the purposeful leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. Once neglected by successive administrations, Aba’s vital infrastructure collapsed, stifling its vibrant economy and forcing residents and businesses to endure untold hardship. Roads failed, drainage systems deteriorated, and the city’s famed commercial energy was almost extinguished until Governor Otti’s intervention began to restore hope and reposition Aba…
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Oct
01
2025
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Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor’s Message On Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor’s Message On Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day

Abia State, Abia North, Birthday, FGN, News Flash
Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor's Message on Nigeria's 65th Independence Day Today, we join the rest of Nigeria in commemorating our nation's 65th Independence Day. This momentous occasion is a testament to our resilience, progress, and unwavering commitment to greatness. As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on the values that have shaped our country and continue to guide us towards a brighter future. Nigeria's diversity remains our greatest strength. With over 250 ethnic groups and more than 500 languages, our nation is a vibrant tapestry of cultures, traditions, and beliefs. As we celebrate our independence, we must recommit ourselves to…
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Oct
01
2025
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President Tinubu Makes Three New Appointments

President Tinubu Makes Three New Appointments

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
President Tinubu Makes Three New Appointments President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of three new Heads of Agencies. Bello Bawa Bwari (Niger State) has been appointed as the new Director-General in the National Biosafety Management Agency for an initial term of four years, effective from September 18, 2025. Tinubu also appointed Hon. Barr. Aminu Junaidu (Zamfara State) as Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer of the Investment and Security Tribunal for a five-year term, effective September 18, 2025. Olayiwola Nurudeen Awakan has been appointed as Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation for an initial four-year term, effective September 2, 2025.…
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Oct
01
2025
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My Administration Laying Foundation Cast In Concrete, Not On Quicksand – President Tinubu

My Administration Laying Foundation Cast In Concrete, Not On Quicksand – President Tinubu

FGN, News Flash, Politics, Presidency
My Administration Laying Foundation Cast In Concrete, Not On Quicksand – Tinubu President Bola Tinubu says he is erecting a solid economic foundation for Nigerians. Presenting his scorecard on the anniversary of the country’s independence, the president said he “inherited a near-collapsed economy caused by decades of fiscal policy distortions and misalignment that had impaired real growth”. The president said the nation’s currency is stronger, the stock market is experiencing an unprecedented boom, coal mining has recovered dramatically, non-oil exports now represent 48 percent of export trade, external reserves increased to $42.03 billion in September, and N330 billion has been…
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Oct
01
2025
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Beyond Road Infrastructure: A New Blueprint For Urban Development And Housing – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Beyond Road Infrastructure: A New Blueprint For Urban Development And Housing – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
A New Blueprint for Urban Development and Housing Beyond road infrastructure, the government is executing an ambitious urban renewal strategy that includes significant housing schemes. Under a public-private partnership model, several housing estates have been earmarked for development, including the Mbara-Akuma, Ubakala, and Amakama Housing Estates . In a move signaling a break from the past, the administration has also undertaken audits and recovery of state properties, such as the Abia Hotels in Aba, Arochukwu, and Umuahia, which were allegedly handed over to cronies of previous administrations . This effort to reclaim and repurpose public assets is part of a…
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Sep
30
2025
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2027 Presidential Race: Presidency Welcomes Jonathan

2027 Presidential Race: Presidency Welcomes Jonathan

Abuja, News Flash, Politics, Presidency
Presidency Welcomes Jonathan To 2027 Race The Presidency has welcomed former President Goodluck Jonathan to the 2027 Presidential race. There have been speculations that the former President is planning to stage a comeback. On Sunday, former Minister of Information and Orientation, Professor Jerry Gana, said Jonathan would contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking to journalists shortly after the PDP Congress in Minna, Niger State, at the weekend ,Gana said Nigerians had experienced two other leaders after “In 2015, former President Goodluck Jonathan said his ambition was not worth the blood of…
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Sep
30
2025
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NLC Mobilizes For Nationwide Action Over PENGASSAN, Dangote Saga

NLC Mobilizes For Nationwide Action Over PENGASSAN, Dangote Saga

Abuja, Labour, News Flash
NLC Mobilizes For Nationwide Action Over PENGASSAN, Dangote Saga In a dramatic escalation of the dispute between Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association (PENGASSAN) and the Dangote Group, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed all its affiliates and members nationwide to immediately mobilise for what it described as a “full-scale, decisive engagement” against the conglomerate’s alleged anti-worker practices. The directive, contained in an internal memo signed by NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, follows months of industrial unrest led by PENGASSAN and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). The two unions have accused the Dangote…
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Sep
30
2025
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“Crossing The Line”: When Opposition Criticism Becomes Contemptuous And A Nuisance To The State – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“Crossing The Line”: When Opposition Criticism Becomes Contemptuous And A Nuisance To The State – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
"Crossing the Line": When Opposition Criticism Becomes "Contemptuous" and a Nuisance to the State The recent Federal High Court judgment declaring shadow governments unconstitutional has fundamentally redrawn the line between legitimate opposition and unlawful activity in Nigeria. For political actors in Abia State, this ruling transforms the political arena: criticism is a right, but establishing a parallel government is now an illegal act. This legal precedent forces a critical examination of when robust political engagement crosses the line into what the state has termed a "nuisance," a transition from constitutional dissent to contemptuous challenge that threatens public order and invites…
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Sep
29
2025
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AttNews Celebrate JMartins On His Birthday Today

AttNews Celebrate JMartins On His Birthday Today

Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Personality
ATTNEWS CELEBRATE JMARTINS ON HIS BIRTHDAY TODAY We join the good people of Akanu Ohafia and the entire Abians to felicitate Amb. Justice Okey Martins on the auspicious occasion of his birthday anniversary. As the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Otti of ABIA State on Tourism and Entertainment; and well known Musician/ songwriter, producer you have impacted lives positively. May this special day usher in a new joyous year filled with greater grace On behalf of my immediate family and the entire members of the ATTNEWS FAMILY we are wishing you a wonderful celebration and a year ahead that brings…
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Sep
28
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Felicitates With Chief Kelvin Jombo, Igurube Abiriba Enachioken

Ikenna Ukwa Felicitates With Chief Kelvin Jombo, Igurube Abiriba Enachioken

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO CHIEF KELVIN JOMBO, IGURUBE ABIRIBA ENACHIOKEN I join the good people of Abiriba Enachioken and the entire Abians to felicitate Chief Kelvin Jombo Onumah on the auspicious occasion of his birthday anniversary. As the Chairman of Sublime Group of Companies and a serial Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, he has impacted lives positively. May this special day mark the beginning of a joyous year filled with love, good health, success, and happiness. On behalf of my family and the entire members of IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP, we are wishing him a wonderful celebration and a year ahead that brings…
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