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Feb
25
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Bishop James Okocha, President Of Global Igbo Unity And Peace Forum, Other Members Celebrate Mazi Chucks Nwosu Ph.D At His Inauguration As Newly Elected President General Of Abia Towns Union Association In Lagos

Bishop James Okocha, President Of Global Igbo Unity And Peace Forum, Other Members Celebrate Mazi Chucks Nwosu Ph.D At His Inauguration As Newly Elected President General Of Abia Towns Union Association In Lagos

Human Rights, News Flash, People & Events, South East
Bishop James Okocha, President of Global Igbo Unity and Peace Forum and other members @ the Inauguration of MAZI CHUCKS NWOSU PhD as the President General of Abia Towns Union Association in Lagos. We celebrate our Member Dr Chucks on the meritorious Cap of leadership. You'll succeed there unanimously prayed for him. VISION AND MISSION OF GLOBAL IGBO UNITY AND PEACE FORUM.(aka Igbo Justice Forum) VISION: To Unite The Global Igbo Identity For Peace, Prosperity And Justice,To Restore Her Moral Ethics And Values And To Position Her For Global Visibility And Competitiveness. MISSION: Interfacing With Global Policy Makers, Heads Of…
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Feb
24
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Meet 59-Year-Old Lagos-Born Tunji Disu, Named Inspector-General Of Police

Meet 59-Year-Old Lagos-Born Tunji Disu, Named Inspector-General Of Police

News Flash, Police Force, Security
Meet 59-Year-Old Lagos-born Tunji Disu, Named Inspector-General Of Police President Bola Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police, following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun. Disu brings decades of experience and a strong operational background to the nation’s top police position. AttNews takes a look at some of the newly appointed IG’s profile Long‑Serving Career Police Officer Tunji Disu is a veteran of the Nigeria Police Force, having joined the service on May 18, 1992, with more than three decades of experience in policing and leadership. Educational Background Disu is well‑educated, holding a Bachelor’s degree in English Education…
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Feb
24
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Gunmen Attack Peter Obi, Odigie-Oyegun, ADC Chiefs In Edo

Gunmen Attack Peter Obi, Odigie-Oyegun, ADC Chiefs In Edo

News Flash, Police Force, Security
Gunmen Attack Obi, Odigie-Oyegun, ADC Chiefs In Edo Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, erstwhile National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, and some chieftains of the African Democratic Congress were on Tuesday allegedly attacked by suspected thugs in Edo State. Obi’s former campaign spokesman and National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr Yunusa Tanko, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja. The statement read, “Peter Obi and the leadership of the ADC are under siege and attack in Benin, Edo State. At the formal declaration of Olumide Akpata into the African Democratic Congress, armed individuals…
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Feb
24
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
LAUTECH Loses Six Final-Year Students Including Pregnant Woman To Road Crash

LAUTECH Loses Six Final-Year Students Including Pregnant Woman To Road Crash

Accident, News Flash
LAUTECH Loses Six Final-Year Students Including Pregnant Woman To Road Crash Six final-year nursing students of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) have been confirmed dead in a tragic road crash as they travelled to sit for their final examinations. The six students, all 500-level candidates in the institution’s Open and Distance Learning Bachelor of Nursing Science programme, reportedly died in the accident while heading to Ogbomoso, Oyo State, for what was meant to be the concluding phase of their academic journey. Among them was a student said to be heavily pregnant at the time of the crash, compounding…
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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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