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Feb

2025

Pirated Copies Of IBB Autobiography Hit Social Media, Whatsapp Groups

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…

Feb

2025

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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…

Feb

2025

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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…

Feb

2025

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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.

Feb

2025

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Credible Journalism: Chief Eleanya Kalu, Mayor Ohafia LGA And Prince Okey Kanu, Honourable Commissioner For Information Endorse ATTNEWS

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash

OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA KALU JOINED THE COMMISSIONER FOR INFORMATION, PRINCE OKEY KANU TO ENDORSE ATTNEWS AT THE UNVEILING OF IT'S ABIA NORTH OFFICE IN OHAFIA LGA. The unveiling of Abia Think Tank Online Newspaper (ATTNEWS) at Ohafia LGA was a resounding success, marking a significant milestone in the pursuit of credible and reliable journalism in Abia State. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, who lavished praise on ATTNEWS for its unwavering commitment to fact-based reporting. Chief Kalu's endorsement of ATTNEWS is a testament to the online…

Feb

2025

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Governor Alex Chioma Otti At The Opening Of ATTNEWS ABIA North Zonal Office

Abia State, Abia North, Good Governance, News Flash

GOVERNOR ALEX CHIOMA OTTI AT THE OPENING OF ATTNEWS ABIA NORTH ZONAL OFFICE I had the honour of representing the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, at the official opening of the Abia Think Tank News (ATTNEWS) Online Abia North Zonal Office, held at the SKOG Complex, Amaekpu in Ohafia Local Government Area. Governor Otti, through my representation, charged media practitioners, particularly ATTNEWS, to remain the voice of truth and a catalyst for societal transformation. He emphasized the media's crucial role in shaping public perception, holding leadership accountable, and fostering development. The Governor reiterated his administration’s unwavering…

Feb

2025

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Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Kalu Joined The Commissioner For Information, Prince Okey Kanu (Representing Gov. Otti) To Unveil ATTNEWS Abia North Office In Ohafia LGA

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, People & Events, Personality

OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA KALU JOINED THE COMMISSIONER FOR INFORMATION, PRINCE OKEY KANU (REPRESENTING GOV. OTTI) TO UNVEIL ATTNEWS ABIA NORTH OFFICE IN OHAFIA LGA. The unveiling of Abia Think Tank Online Newspaper (ATTNEWS) at Ohafia LGA was a resounding success, marking a significant milestone in the pursuit of credible and reliable journalism in Abia State. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, who lavished praise on ATTNEWS for its unwavering commitment to fact-based reporting. Chief Kalu's endorsement of ATTNEWS is a testament to the online newspaper's dedication…

Feb

2025

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No Evidence USAID Funds Boko Haram – US Ambassador

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, World News

No Evidence USAID Funds Boko Haram – US Ambassador The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has said there is no evidence that the United States Agency for International Development is funding Boko Haram or any terrorist group. Mills stated after meeting with the Nigeria Governors Forum in Abuja late Wednesday night that no nation condemns Boko Haram’s violence more strongly than the US. He assured all that if any evidence is found, the US government will work with the Nigerian government to investigate it. Recall that on February 13, Congressman Scott Perry accused USAID of funding terrorist groups,…

Feb

2025

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Free Fuel For Okada Riders In Ohafia: Powered By Hon. Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa

Empowerment, News Flash, Philanthropy

FREE FUEL FOR OKADA RIDERS IN OHAFIA: POWERED BY HON IKENNA NICOLAS UKWA In commemoration of the birthday celebration of Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to The Senate President - Nigeria coming up on Saturday 22nd February 2025, there will be free fuel for Okada riders in Ohafia. DATE: Friday 21st February 2025 VENUE: UDDY-KING Filling Station, Ebem Ohafia TIME: From 4:00 pm First come, first serve!!!

Feb

2025

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94-Year-Old Man Registers For 2025 UTME To Study Political Science In UI

Education, News Flash, Personality

94-Year-Old Man Registers For 2025 UTME To Study Political Science In UI A 94-year-old man, Adedapo Idowu, has registered for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with the aim of fulfilling his long-standing aspiration of studying Political Science at the University of Ibadan. Idowu, who registered at the JAMB Professional Test Center in Ibadan, Oyo State, expressed his excitement about the smooth registration process. The 2025 UTME registration started on January 31. Last week, JAMB revealed that over 700,000 candidates have registered, including 11,000 underage applicants. Idowu shared that his initial fears about pursuing higher education at his age…