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Feb
22
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
FGN Bows To Pressure, Set To Crash Telecom Tariff Hike

FGN Bows To Pressure, Set To Crash Telecom Tariff Hike

Business, FGN, News Flash, Telecommunications
FG Bows To Pressure, Set To Crash Telecom Tariff Hike The Federal Government has agreed to lower the recent increase in telecommunications tariffs, reducing the hike from 50 percent to 35 percent after facing pressure from organized labour and the public. The decision was reached after a meeting between government officials and representatives of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). The meeting, which took place at the office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) on Friday, was part of efforts to address the growing concerns over the high cost of telecom services. Sources indicate that an official announcement regarding the tariff…
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Feb
22
2025
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President Tinubu Orders Relocation Of 29 Correctional Facilities From Urban Areas

President Tinubu Orders Relocation Of 29 Correctional Facilities From Urban Areas

News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu orders relocation of 29 correctional facilities from urban areas President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres from highly populated urban areas to new locations across the country. As reported by PUNCH, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this on Friday while unveiling newly acquired operational vehicles for the Nigerian Correctional Service. Details Later
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Feb
22
2025
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Media-Driven Development And The Afro-Modernity Blueprint – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Media-Driven Development And The Afro-Modernity Blueprint – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Media-Driven Development and the Afro-Modernity BlueprintAbia State, Nigeria’s southeastern dynamo, is scripting a media-propelled development narrative akin to Rwanda’s post-2000 Image of Africa rebranding and Singapore’s state-crafted “Lion City” identity. By leveraging media as a strategic tool, Abia has amplified its industrial resurgence, spotlighting the $1.5 billion Enyimba Economic City—a project likened to Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone in scale—through partnerships with Channels TV, Arise News, and BBC Africa. This mirrors Rwanda’s use of international media to pivot from “genocide nation” to “Africa’s Singapore” (BBC, 2021). The state’s SME sector, contributing 30% of GDP, thrives on viral “Made-in-Aba” campaigns, echoing…
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Feb
22
2025
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Happy 80th Birthday To Dearest Loving Mother Of ABIA THINK TANK’s Renowned Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke, Rev. Juliana Bassey Effiong

Happy 80th Birthday To Dearest Loving Mother Of ABIA THINK TANK’s Renowned Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke, Rev. Juliana Bassey Effiong

Abia North, Abia State, Birthday, Personality
Happy 80th Birthday to an iconic woman of faith, dearest loving mother of Abia Think Tank's renowned Dr Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke, Reverend Juliana Bassey Effiong, of The Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Duke Town and St Peter's Parishes, Abiriba, Abia State! Eight decades of life, love, and unwavering dedication to serving God and humanity. Your selflessness, wisdom, and compassion have inspired countless lives, including mine. As you celebrate this remarkable milestone, we pray that God continues to bless you with good health, joy, and fulfillment. May your life remain a shining testament to the power of faith, love, and perseverance. We…
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Feb
22
2025
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Pirated Copies Of IBB Autobiography Hit Social Media, Whatsapp Groups

Pirated Copies Of IBB Autobiography Hit Social Media, Whatsapp Groups

Birthday, Crime, Education, News Flash
Pirated Copies Of IBB Autobiography Hit Social Media, WhatsApp Groups Less than 24 hours after its launching, the pirated copies of the autobiography of former Military President, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), titled, ‘A Journey in Service’, on Friday surfaced on WhatsApp and other social media platforms. X, formerly known as Twitter, is awash with links for free downloads, with netizens vowing to embrace its pirated copies rather than waste their hard-earned money on the original copies of IBB’s biography. Another X account urged its followers to download the book for free, while others provided page-by-page copies. Some even dropped PDF…
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Feb
22
2025
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Adeleke Ignores Police Warning, Insists LG Election Will Hold Today Feb 22

Adeleke Ignores Police Warning, Insists LG Election Will Hold Today Feb 22

News Flash, Politics
Adeleke Ignores Police Warning, Insists LG Election Will Hold Today Feb 22 The Osun state Governor Ademola Adeleke has insisted that the local government poll will hold today, Saturday, 22nd of February, 2025. The Nigeria Police Force said they have received credible intelligence indicating a high likelihood of violence and significant security threats should the planned Local Government elections proceed in Osun State Police said reports gathered from joint intelligence gathering reveal that various groups, including political elements and other interest parties, are mobilizing to instigate unrest, disrupt public peace, and undermine the democratic order. NPF strongly advised the Osun…
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Feb
22
2025
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German Envoy Present At ATTNEWS Unveiling, Gives Strong Commendations; Says That’s The Only Nigerian Online Newspaper He Reads

German Envoy Present At ATTNEWS Unveiling, Gives Strong Commendations; Says That’s The Only Nigerian Online Newspaper He Reads

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, International, People & Events, Personality
GERMAN ENVOY PRESENT AT ATTNEWS UNVEILING, GIVES STRONG COMMENDATION; SAYS THAT'S THE ONLY NIGERIAN ONLINE NEWSPAPER HE READS The German envoy Mr. Fredrick Carl who was present at the Unveiling of the ABIA THINK TANK ONLINE NEWSPAPER ATTNEWS, Abia North Office in Ohafia was full of praises of the pattern of reportage of ATTNEWS stories and headlines. He told our news correspondent Onyemaobi Emetu during a short interview after the event that anytime he is in the country like this, he reads ATTNEWS updates and also when he is in his country. That it gives him bits of what is…
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Feb
21
2025
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June 12: Tinubu Commends Babangida For Admitting MKO Abiola’s Victory

June 12: Tinubu Commends Babangida For Admitting MKO Abiola’s Victory

FGN, News Flash, Politics
June 12: Tinubu commends Babangida for admitting MKO Abiola’s victory STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, said former President Gen. Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida showed unusual courage and patriotism by admitting that late M.K.O. Abiola won the June 12 election in 1993. The President, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the launch of Babangida’s autobiography, ” A Journey in Service,” and the fundraising for the IBB Presidential Library Project, saluted the former leader’s contribution to the country’s history and development. General Babangida confirmed for the first time in 32 years that Chief Abiola had won…
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Feb
21
2025
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A WORKING PARTNERSHIP: Being Governor Alex Otti’s Speech At The Unveiling Of ATTNEWS ABIA North Office, Ohafia.

A WORKING PARTNERSHIP: Being Governor Alex Otti’s Speech At The Unveiling Of ATTNEWS ABIA North Office, Ohafia.

Abia State, Abia North, Good Governance, Information Technology
A WORKING PARTNERSHIP Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, It is with immense pleasure and a deep sense of duty that I stand before you today to witness the official opening of the Abia North office of Abia Think Tank Online Newspaper (ATTNEWS). This occasion marks yet another significant milestone in our collective journey towards building an informed, progressive, and transparent Abia State. First and foremost, let me commend the management and editorial team of ATTNEWS for their unwavering dedication to credible journalism and their commitment to the dissemination of factual and objective news. The media plays a crucial role in shaping…
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Feb
21
2025
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BIRTHDAY SPECIAL VISIT: Ikenna Ukwa To Visit Arochukwu Prisons

BIRTHDAY SPECIAL VISIT: Ikenna Ukwa To Visit Arochukwu Prisons

Abia North, Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Personality
BIRTHDAY SPECIAL VISITS: IKENNA UKWA TO VISIT AROCHUKWU PRISONS As part of the activities set out to mark his birthday on Saturday 22nd February, 2025 and in his bid to extend love and celebrate with inmates, the Senior Legislative Aide to The Senate President - Nigeria , Chief Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa will visit the Arochukwu Prisons in Arochukwu LGA of Abia State. The event has been scheduled to hold as follows; Date: Saturday 22nd February 2025 Venue: The Arochukwu Prisons, Arochukwu LGA of Abia State. Time: 11:00 am.
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