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Oct
12
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation Sponsors Free Medical Outreach In Ohafia

Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation Sponsors Free Medical Outreach In Ohafia

Abia North, Abia State, Health, Ohafia LGA, Philanthropy
IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION SPONSORS FREE MEDICAL OUTREACH IN OHAFIA Yesterday, Saturday 11th October 2025, Hon (Dr) Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa and his wife, Lolo Jennifer E. Ukwa, under the aegis of their foundation, IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, in collaboration with IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP sponsored a free medical outreach and eye tests for Owuwanyanwu, which comprises of Okagwe, Nkwebi, Ndi Uduma Ukwu, Oboro and Ndi Aku communities in Ohafia LGA of Abia State. The free medical outreach and eye tests which took place at the Okagwe community hall were attended by men, women and children who needed medical…
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Oct
08
2025
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Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation & Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group Continues With Free Medical Outreach & Eye Tests In Ohafia Communities

Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation & Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group Continues With Free Medical Outreach & Eye Tests In Ohafia Communities

Abia North, Abia State, Health, Philanthropy
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19jq9sLyai IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION & IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP FREE MEDICAL OUTREACH & EYE TESTS Hon (Dr) & Mrs Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa Founders, Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation Heartily Presents A Free Medical Outreach & Eye Tests for Okagwe, Oboro, Ndi Aku, Nkwebi and Ndi Uduma Ukwu communities in Ohafia LGA of Abia State. DATE: Saturday 11th October 2025 VENUE: Okagwe Health Centre, Okagwe Ohafia TIME: 9: 00 am The Free Medical Outreach will include ; Physician's Assessment Vital Signs Screening Free Eye Screening and Glasses Blood Pressure screening Blood sugar screening Medical Laboratory Tests Free Drugs etc.…
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Oct
06
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
UN Rankings: Nigeria Tops List Of Countries With Shortest Lifespan

UN Rankings: Nigeria Tops List Of Countries With Shortest Lifespan

Health, News Flash, World News
UN Rankings: Nigeria Tops List Of Countries With Shortest Lifespan Nigeria has been ranked as the country with the lowest life expectancy in the world, according to new data from the United Nations World Population Prospects. The report shows that the average life expectancy in Nigeria is 54.9 years. Nigerian men live an average of 54.3 years, while women live slightly longer at 54.9 years. This places Nigeria at the bottom of a list of 25 countries with the shortest lifespans — just below Chad (55.2 years), South Sudan, and the Central African Republic (57.7 years). The UN report adds…
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Oct
03
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Massive Ovation For Oluremi Tinubu As She Launches N2.55 Billion Sanitary Pads For 370,000 Schoolgirls

Massive Ovation For Oluremi Tinubu As She Launches N2.55 Billion Sanitary Pads For 370,000 Schoolgirls

FGN, Education, Health, News Flash
Oluremi Tinubu Launches N2.55 Billion Sanitary Pads For 370,000 Schoolgirls Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday flagged off the nationwide distribution of 370,000 sanitary pads worth ₦2,550,297,150 for schoolgirls in rural communities across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Nigerian Politics Books The official launch, held at the State House, Alausa, Lagos, was part of her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) project tagged “Flow with Confidence.” The programme, which aims to promote menstrual health and empower adolescent girls, was launched simultaneously in Borno, Cross River, Ekiti, Enugu, Gombe, Imo, Kebbi, and Lagos States, with other states…
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Sep
16
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Nnamdi Kanu’s Life Is On Tinubu’s Neck – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Nnamdi Kanu’s Life Is On Tinubu’s Neck – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health, Presidency, Security
NNAMDI KANU'S LIFE IS ON TINUBU'S NECK. The Igbo nation lately has been inundated by disturbing tales of the deteriorated health condition of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. This alarm has been raised by not a few which includes the Honourable Member Representing his Federal Constituency who visited him just recently, Honorable Obi Aguocha. There is a national consensus for his unconditional release which has been clearly underscored by endless dilation of the trial Court that keeps embarrassing itself and the National Assembly leadership that has in the past pleaded with Mr President to exercise his prerogative of mercy. The Southeast governors…
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Sep
03
2025
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Court Orders DNA Test On Late Mohbad’s Son

Court Orders DNA Test On Late Mohbad’s Son

Entertainment, Health, Judiciary
Court Orders DNA Test On Late Mohbad’s Son The Magistrate Court in Ikorodu on Tuesday ordered that Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) tests be conducted on Liam Aloba, the son of late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. The DNA tests are to be conducted in an accredited and recognised hospital, both in Nigeria and abroad. Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga gave the order while ruling on an application filed by late Mohbad’s Father, Joseph Aloba who sought for a paternity test. The late Mohbad’s wife, Omowunmi Cynthia Aloba, was listed as the respondent in the application which was brought pursuant to…
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Aug
30
2025
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Happy Birthday To CHAMA Co-Founders – Celebrating With 57 Successful Free Surgeries In Aba

Happy Birthday To CHAMA Co-Founders – Celebrating With 57 Successful Free Surgeries In Aba

Abia State, Birthday, Health, Humanitarian, Philanthropy
Golden Jubilee birthday appreciation: Excess LOVE. Thank you friends and well wishers for your warmth birthday Felicitations. I'm so grateful to have you in my life. My Golden Jubilee birthday celebration was a remarkable milestone in our humanitarian ministry and life's journey. Remarkable milestone because alongside my team, 57 live saving surgeries were successfully carried out. Of the 57 surgeries carried out, one surgery carried out symbolizes and represents one year of my life and a mark of gratitude to God. The extra 7 surgeries on top of the 50 represents extra gratitude for God's Goodness and Mercy, his loving…
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Aug
26
2025
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NAFDAC Cautions As Fake Postinor-2 Hits Nigerian Market

NAFDAC Cautions As Fake Postinor-2 Hits Nigerian Market

Crime, Drugs, Health, News Flash
NAFDAC Cautions As Fake Postinor-2 Hits Nigerian Market The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to the presence of falsified batches of Postinor-2 (Levonorgestrel 0.75mg), an emergency contraceptive pill, in the market. In a statement on Monday, the agency said the counterfeit versions, identified as Type 1 and Type 2, were discovered after the authorised importer, Society for Family Health (SFH), confirmed it did not import those consignments. According to NAFDAC, the fake packs carried noticeable errors such as a misspelt verification sticker reading “Veify” instead of “Verify” and the phrase “Distributed in…
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Aug
19
2025
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President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

Health, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals President Bola Tinubu has approved a reduction in the price of each kidney dialysis session for patients, from N50,000 to N12,000, a spokesperson has said. Daniel Bwala, a spokesperson to the president, made this known on Monday via his X handle. The development, which will first commence in ten public hospitals, will provide relief to thousands of Nigerians battling kidney-related diseases, many of whom cannot pay for the dialysis. “More federal medical centres and teaching hospitals will be added before the end of the year to widen access nationwide. ”It would be recalled…
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Aug
10
2025
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Why Adults Over 40 Should Be Cautious On Consumption Of Cold Drinks – Experts

Why Adults Over 40 Should Be Cautious On Consumption Of Cold Drinks – Experts

Health, News Flash
Why Adults Over 40 Should Be Cautious On Consumption Of Cold Drinks – Experts Medical and nutritional experts have explained why adults aged 40 and above should be cautious in the consumption of cold beverages. The experts who spoke in Abakaliki on Saturday cited possible health implications in certain conditions in separate interviews. The experts spoke against the backdrop of the prevailing cold weather occasioned by persistent rainfall and the penchant of many older adults to consume chilled beverages despite the low temperatures. According to them, while cold drinks are generally safe and hydrating, they could trigger discomfort or worsen…
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