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Jan
24
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Yahaya Bello, Gov. Ododo Visit FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

Yahaya Bello, Gov. Ododo Visit FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

Abuja, News Flash, Politics
Yahaya Bello, Gov Ododo Visit FCT Minister Wike In Abuja The former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, visited the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, at his Abuja residence on Thursday afternoon. Bello was accompanied by his successor and current Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo. The visit was disclosed in a statement by the minister’s spokesman, Lere Olayinka, on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday. While no official reason for the visit has been provided, there is speculation that it may be an attempt to forge new alliances with key members of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. This was the…
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Jan
23
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association of Nigeria Visits ABIA State Commissioner Of Women Affairs

Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association of Nigeria Visits ABIA State Commissioner Of Women Affairs

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Women Affairs
Enyioma Hon. Kalu Mba Nwoke (Etiokwe), Member Representing Ohafia South State Constituency In Abia House Of Assembly as well as Patron of the group in company with the Global Founder/President Enyioma High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju David-Ayegba and National Exco of Enyioma Ohafia Women Worldwide paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Commissioner For Women Affairs, yesterday 22/01/2025 at her office. The visit was to familiarize with the commission, for future collaborations. The Association's President Enyioma High Chief Lolo Rachael Ukeje, who led the powerful delegation, amongst other executives and key members of Enyioma Umuahia branch, thanked the commissioner for her…
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Jan
23
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ekweremadu’s Wife Returns To Nigeria After Release From UK Prison

Ekweremadu’s Wife Returns To Nigeria After Release From UK Prison

News Flash, Security
Ekweremadu’s Wife Returns To Nigeria After Release From UK Prison Beatrice Ekweremadu, the wife of Ike Ekweremadu former deputy senate president, has been released from prison in the United Kingdom and is now back in Nigeria, reports are saying. According to reports, the lawmaker’s wife returned on Tuesday to celebration and prayers for her husband’s safe return. Beatrice and her husband were convicted for charges bothering on organ harvesting and trafficking in May 2023. The couple had attempted to buy a kidney off a young Nigerian boy to make him a donor to their daughter Sophia. Beatrice, Ike, and one…
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Jan
23
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
World University Rankings 2025: Covenant, ABU Emerge Top In Nigeria (See Full List)

World University Rankings 2025: Covenant, ABU Emerge Top In Nigeria (See Full List)

Education, FGN, News Flash
World University Rankings 2025: Covenant, ABU Emerge Top In Nigeria (Full List) Covenant University (CU) has again been listed as Nigeria’s overall best university in Times Higher Education (THE) 2025 Rankings. In the 2025 rankings, the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria came second, displacing the University of Ibadan which occupied the position for the 2024 rankings. The Times Higher Education World Rankings is a comprehensive global ranking of universities published annually. The 2025 rankings THE said it ranked more than 2,000 institutions from 115 countries and territories. Globally, Oxford holds on to the top spot for the ninth consecutive year, bolstered…
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Jan
23
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
4 Nigerian Billionaires’ Wealth Hits $23.7 Billion, As Over 133 Million People Face Hunger

4 Nigerian Billionaires’ Wealth Hits $23.7 Billion, As Over 133 Million People Face Hunger

Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash
4 Nigerian Billionaires’ Wealth Hits $23.7 Billion, As Over 133 Million People Face Hunger A report published by Oxfam ‘Takers Not Makers’, yesterday, revealed that four Nigerian billionaires’ wealth hit $23.7 billion, as over 133 million people face hunger. The report also indicated that the wealth of these four billionaires could easily cover the whole of Lagos city in N500 notes. According to the report, Nigeria’s wealth gap has reached crisis levels, with the richest individuals accumulating unprecedented wealth while the poor struggle to survive. “In 2024, billionaire wealth surged, and this trend is expected to continue, with at least…
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Jan
22
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
BREAKING: Better Abia Movement Group holds General meeting aims to expanding Membership, passes Vote of Confidence on Gov Otti Umuahia the capital city witnessed a convergence of the group members of Better Abia Movement where they held their general meeting and New year gathering to familiarize with the new members across Abia. The meeting held at New Eastern Comfort Hotel Umuahia witnessed the presence of many Abia voters and business owners including personalities like the MD CEO Mela Concepts Aba, State Youth Leader OHANAEZE NDI IGBO Abia State chapter, medical, Legal and notable Public administrators & professionals who graced the…
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Jan
22
2025
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Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages

Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics
Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a suit before the High Court of Enugu State against Bashir Ahmad, the former Special Assistant on Digital Communication to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, for terrorism defamation. Kanu, who filed the suit through his legal team led by his Special Counsel, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, in his statement of claim, said on or about January 19, 2025, Ahmad defamed and libeled him by his utterances, published on X App (formerly Twitter). He said Ahmad’s…
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Jan
21
2025
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FG Approves Licence For 10,000 Barrels Per Day Refinery In Delta State

FG Approves Licence For 10,000 Barrels Per Day Refinery In Delta State

Business, FGN, News Flash, Oil & Gas
FG Approves Licence For 10,000 Barrels Per Day Refinery In Delta State The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has announced the approval of a licence for the construction of a new refinery. The approval was given to MRO Energy Limited, an energy company for the construction of a 10,000 Barrels Per Stream Day Refinery at Imode In Ughelli, Delta State, This development comes two months after the authority granted a license to Process Design and Development Limited to establish and construct a new 27,000 barrels per day refinery located in Dole-Wure, Akko area of…
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Jan
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola MBA Recently Decorated With The Title Of OCHE AKU 1 By His Royal Highness, Eziogo Uduma Obuba Kalu

Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola MBA Recently Decorated With The Title Of OCHE AKU 1 By His Royal Highness, Eziogo Uduma Obuba Kalu

Abia State, Arts And Culture, News Flash
We gather to celebrate an icon, a woman of exceptional distinction, Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola Mba, who has left an indelible mark on the banking sector. Recently, His Royal Highness, Ezieogo Uduma Obuba Kalu Ezieogo of Amaekpu Ohafia, bestowed upon her the esteemed title of OCHE AKU 1, in recognition of her outstanding performance, exemplary leadership, and tireless dedication to excellence. As a seasoned banker, Ngozi has consistently demonstrated a unique ability to solve complex problems, providing innovative solutions that have endeared her to customers and colleagues alike. Her commitment to ensuring that every customer leaves the bank with a smile…
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Jan
21
2025
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President Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment

President Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment

FGN, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment President Bola Tinubu has appointed Zahrah Mustapha Audu as the Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC). Princess Audu, a seasoned entrepreneur and technology expert, has over a decade of experience in building successful ventures. She holds degrees in software engineering and business management from a top UK university. In her role, she aims to boost foreign investments and create better opportunities for Nigerians. As a philanthropist, she has supported communities and fostered international collaborations. Princess Audu also serves as the President’s Technical Adviser on Foreign Direct Investment, leading campaigns to attract investors.
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