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Feb
22
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Ukwa @41: A Befitting Birthday Message To A Great Political Grassroots Illuminator, Philanthropist

Ikenna Ukwa @41: A Befitting Birthday Message To A Great Political Grassroots Illuminator, Philanthropist

Birthday, News Flash, Personality
A befitting happy birthday to a great Political Grassroots Illuminator, Media Mogul and philanthropist. Your wisdom, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the ideals of good governance, justice, equity and fairness is unparalleled. May your remaining years ahead be filled with joy, peace, love and extravagant grace of God. May this years birthday usher in the fulfilment of your dreams and aspirations in good health. As you dey light, e dey show. Enjoy your day and best wishes from all of us @ AttNews. Signed. Dr. Uduma NnatePublisher/CEO
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Feb
22
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
External Reserves Jump To $48.37bn, Gain $2.47bn In 1 Month

External Reserves Jump To $48.37bn, Gain $2.47bn In 1 Month

Abia State, Economy, News Flash
External Reserves Jump To $48.37bn, Gain $2.47bn In 1 Month Nigeria’s external buffers strengthened further in February 2026 as its foreign reserves climbed sharply to $48.37 billion, highlighting sustained inflows and improved liquidity conditions in the economy. Latest data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) show that gross external reserves rose from $45.90 billion recorded on January 13, 2026 to $48.37 billion as of February 16, 2026. This represents a $2.47 billion increase within one month, translating to a 5.4 per cent rise over the period. The accretion extends a recovery cycle that began in the second half of…
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Feb
19
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
It’s Time For The Youths And I Love Your Courage And Selflessness – Chief Boco Ibe Tells Ikenna Ukwa

It’s Time For The Youths And I Love Your Courage And Selflessness – Chief Boco Ibe Tells Ikenna Ukwa

Abia North, News Flash, Personality, Politics
IT'S TIME FOR THE YOUTHS AND I LOVE YOUR COURAGE AND SELFLESSNESS: CHIEF BOCO IBE TELLS IKENNA UKWA …Commends Him For His Community Development Initiatives A prominent Abiriba Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, Chief Boco Ibe has commended the courage and achievements of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria. Chief Boco Ibe, CEO of Bovibes Entertainment, made the commendation during a familiarization visit by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa to his country home in Abiriba, Ohafia LGA, Abia State, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He described Ukwa as a goal-getter and friend of the masses who…
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Feb
19
2026
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APC Stakeholders Resolves To Set Aside Diffences And Work For The Progress Of The Party

APC Stakeholders Resolves To Set Aside Diffences And Work For The Progress Of The Party

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Politics
APC STAKEHOLDERS RESOLVES TO SET ASIDE DIFFERENCES AND WORK FOR THE PROGRESS OF THE PARTY APC stakeholders from Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs have resolved to put aside individual differences and work together for the progress and unity of the party. The resolution was made during a meeting convened by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, and attended by selected stakeholders from all wards in the eight clans of Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs, on Tuesday 17th February 2026. The stakeholders emphasized that peace and unity are crucial for the party's growth and…
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Feb
19
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Former Ukwa East Deputy Chairman, Ex-Agriculture Adviser Defect To Labour Party With Supporters

Former Ukwa East Deputy Chairman, Ex-Agriculture Adviser Defect To Labour Party With Supporters

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
Former Ukwa East Deputy Chairman, Ex-Agriculture Adviser Defect to Labour Party with Supporters The political landscape of Ukwa East Local Government Area has received a significant boost as the immediate past Deputy Chairman of Ukwa East, Hon. Rowland Omoni, and the former Special Adviser on Agriculture to the immediate past Governor of Abia State under the PDP-led administration, Hon. Israel Bethel, formally defected to the Labour Party alongside their supporters. The defectors were received in Azumini Ward by the Executive Chairman of Ukwa East LGA, Hon. Chibunna Akara, who applauded their decision to align with the administration of Alex Chioma…
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Feb
19
2026
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Dr. Pastra Arinze Etie, GMD BemsSoft Hub Group, Shower Encomiums As He Celebrate Governor Otti On His Birthday

Dr. Pastra Arinze Etie, GMD BemsSoft Hub Group, Shower Encomiums As He Celebrate Governor Otti On His Birthday

Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, Personality
Dr. Pastra Arinze Etie: Leadership That Builds Institutions Is the Real Gift to Abia at 61 As Governor Alex Otti marks his 61st birthday, Dr. Pastra Arinze Etie, Group Managing Director of Bems Group, has described the moment as an opportunity to reflect on the kind of leadership that strengthens institutions and delivers lasting public value. According to Dr. Etie, progress in government is sustained when leadership moves beyond short-term optics to the harder work of rebuilding systems, restoring confidence in public institutions, and enforcing operational discipline across government functions. He noted that this leadership posture is increasingly important in…
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Feb
17
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
BemsSoft Revenue Super-Agents: Electrifying The Abia Revenue Space, Strengthening The Frontlines For Effective Delivery

BemsSoft Revenue Super-Agents: Electrifying The Abia Revenue Space, Strengthening The Frontlines For Effective Delivery

Abia State, Business, News Flash
ELECTRIFYING THE REVENUE SPACE: STRENGTHENING THE FRONTLINE FOR GREATER PERFORMANCEAbia State’s revenue operations have delivered consistent progress through SmartAirs, an enterprise revenue system developed by BemsSoft Hub Ltd. This article highlights how existing efforts are now being deliberately strengthened and scaled by further investing in the frontline operating layer that drives results.Drawing from several years working in public revenue transformation—combined with over 25 years of building technology platforms, SaaS systems, and scalable business operations—one practical insight stands out: technology does not fix revenue systems on its own. Sustainable performance is achieved when platforms are paired with disciplined frontline execution.In public…
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Feb
17
2026
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”I Withdrew Everything’- Man Closes UBA Accounts After Tony Elumelu Supports Tinubu

”I Withdrew Everything’- Man Closes UBA Accounts After Tony Elumelu Supports Tinubu

CBN/Commercial Banking, News Flash, Politics
‘I Withdrew Everything’- Man Closes UBA Accounts After Tony Elumelu Supports Tinubu Nigerian-born health communication specialist, Ugochukwu Madu, has reportedly closed all his accounts with United Bank for Africa (UBA) following recent comments by the bank’s chairman, Tony Elumelu, in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms. Madu announced his decision shortly after Elumelu publicly endorsed the President’s ongoing policy measures, sparking mixed reactions online. Elumelu made his remarks after a private session with the President at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Addressing journalists, he described the government’s ongoing reforms as necessary steps to stabilise the economy and promote…
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Feb
17
2026
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US Freezes Assets Of Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, ISIL Links (See Names)

US Freezes Assets Of Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, ISIL Links (See Names)

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, Security, World News
US Freezes Assets Of Eight Nigerians Over Boko Haram, ISIL Links (See Names) The United States has frozen the assets and properties of eight Nigerians on suspicion of having ties to the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, ISIL, and Boko Haram. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) at the US Treasury published a more than 3,000-page report over the weekend that included those who had been sanctioned for offences relating to cybercrime and other security risks. The announcement follows the US Congress’s recent proposals to freeze assets and bar visas for Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the former governor…
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Feb
17
2026
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E-Transmission: Senate Reveals Why ‘Real Time’ Was Removed

E-Transmission: Senate Reveals Why ‘Real Time’ Was Removed

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics
E-transmission: Senate Reveals Why ‘Real Time’ Was Removed The Senator representing Ekiti State District, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has disclosed the real reason behind the removal of “real time” from the 2026 Electoral Bill. He clarified this in a statement issued through his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs on Sunday. Bamidele explained that the Senate had previously rejected Clause 60(3) of the bill, which mandated that the presiding officer “shall electronically transmit the results from each polling unit to the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV) in real time…”. The clause was subsequently redrafted to retain electronic transmission of results while…
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