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May
25
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Dr. Kelechi Anosike Emerges Winner Of The Abia State PDP Governorship Primaries, Defeating His Closest Challenger Chief John Okiyi Kalu With A Wide Margin

Dr. Kelechi Anosike Emerges Winner Of The Abia State PDP Governorship Primaries, Defeating His Closest Challenger Chief John Okiyi Kalu With A Wide Margin

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
The political atmosphere in Abia State is becoming more intense and interesting by the day. Winner of the Abia State PDP Primaries Election, Dr. Kelechi Anosike, polled an impressive 16,543 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Chief John Okiyi Kalu, who garnered 3,100 votes. This outcome sends a strong message about the current direction of Abia politics and the shifting support base within the state. It also reflects how political narratives and public perception can change rapidly when leadership performance becomes the center of discussion. Many individuals who spent months and years attacking Governor Alex Otti with different allegations and…
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May
24
2026
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Gunmen Abduct INEC Official During ADC Primary In Cross River

Gunmen Abduct INEC Official During ADC Primary In Cross River

Crime, News Flash, Politics
Gunmen Abduct INEC Official During ADC Primary In Cross River An official of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was abducted after gunmen reportedly disrupted an African Democratic Congress (ADC) primary election in Yakurr LGA of Cross River state. Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication focused on the Lake Chad region, reported that security sources said the incident occurred around 11:15pm on May 22 at Wummy Hotel in Ekori community, where the party primary election held. According to the report, two groups of suspected kidnappers stormed the venue during the exercise. One of the groups reportedly abducted the INEC returning officer,…
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May
24
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
2027: APC Members Alone Can Re-Elect Tinubu – Gov Uzodinma

2027: APC Members Alone Can Re-Elect Tinubu – Gov Uzodinma

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
2027: APC Members Alone Can Re-elect Tinubu – Gov Uzodinma The Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has said that if only members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, vote in 2027, President Bola Tinubu would secure a second term. Uzodinma spoke on Saturday against the backdrop of the large turnout of voters at the ongoing APC presidential primary in Orlu East Local Government Area of the state. According to the governor: “It’s very obvious that Tinubu has done enough to deserve going back for a second term. Look at how the grassroots have been stimulated, starting from the membership registration,…
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May
24
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Justice For Wendy: Two Men Arrested For Raping And Killing Owerri Nursing Student

Justice For Wendy: Two Men Arrested For Raping And Killing Owerri Nursing Student

Crime, News Flash
Justice For Wendy: Two Men Arrested For R@ping And K¡lling Owerri Nursing Student Two suspects have reportedly been arrested in connection with the tragic death of Wendy Achumba, a nursing student whose decapitated body was discovered in her hostel room in Umulogho Community, Obowo Local Government Area of Imo State. According to reports, the suspects confessed to repeatedly raping the victim before taking her life to prevent her from identifying or reporting them. Wendy, who hailed from Abia State, was a student of the College of Nursing in Umuadara village, Umulogho Community. She had reportedly completed her midwifery programme and…
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May
22
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Abia 2027: OTTIMANIA MOVEMENT Declares “Operation No Opposition” As Amb. Offor Commends Political Actors For Embracing Continuity

Abia 2027: OTTIMANIA MOVEMENT Declares “Operation No Opposition” As Amb. Offor Commends Political Actors For Embracing Continuity

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
Abia 2027: OTTIMENIA Movement Declares “Operation No Opposition” As Amb. Offor Commends Political Actors for Embracing Continuity The OTTIMENIA Movement has declared “Operation No Opposition 2027”, expressing appreciation to opposition elements in Abia State, especially the governorship aspirants for what it described as their wise decision to embrace the reality of good governance and development under the administration of Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR This position was made known by Ambassador Dr Osita Offor “De Ultimate Commander” and Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, who praised political leaders across opposition parties, including the Kalu Blocs of APC and others, for…
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May
22
2026
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PRESS RELEASE: Abia State Government Unveils Programme Of Events For The 3rd Anniversary Celebration Of Governor Alex Otti’s Administration

PRESS RELEASE: Abia State Government Unveils Programme Of Events For The 3rd Anniversary Celebration Of Governor Alex Otti’s Administration

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash
P‍RES‌S‌ RE‌LEASE ABIA STATE GOVERNM⁠ENT UN⁠V⁠EI‌LS PROGRAMME OF EVENTS FOR THE 3RD ANNIV‍ERSARY CELEBRATION OF GOVERNOR A‌LE‌X OT‌T‌I’S‍ AD‌MINIS‍TRATI‌ON The‌ Abia Stat‍e G‌o‌vernment is plea‍sed to officially unveil the pr‌ogramme of‌ activ‍ities mar‌king‍ the 3rd An‌niversary C‌elebra‍tion‌ of t⁠he‌ ad‍ministrat⁠io‍‌n of H‌is Ex⁠cellency⁠, Dr. A‍lex Chiom‌a⁠ O⁠tt⁠i, OFR,‌ Governor of Abi‌a Stat‌⁠e. T‍he anniversary c‌ele‍br‌ation is desi‍gne⁠‍d to sh‍owc⁠ase the‍‍ tra‌ns‍fo‍rmat⁠i‍onal strid⁠es of the presen‍t administ‌ra⁠tion ac⁠ross cr⁠i⁠tical s⁠ectors inclu‌‍ding⁠ inf⁠‍r‌⁠astructur⁠e, healt‌hcare, t‌echnology, transportati‍on, yo‍‌u‌th em⁠powe‌rment, water resou‍rces,‌ a‍n⁠⁠d‌ g‌rassroots develop⁠ment. The weeklong celebr⁠⁠atio‌n will featu‌re proj‍ect co‌mmissioni‌ng c⁠erem⁠on⁠ie⁠s‌, flag-of‍fs of strategic developmen‌ta⁠l project⁠s, sta‍keho‌lde‌r eng‍age⁠ments, t‍⁠hanksgiving serv‌ice, children‌’s activ‍it⁠ie‍s,⁠⁠…
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May
22
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Abia Female Nursing Student Found Beheaded In Imo Apartment

Abia Female Nursing Student Found Beheaded In Imo Apartment

Abia State, Crime, News Flash
Abia Female Nursing Student Found Beheaded In Imo Apartment Panic has gripped the Umulogho community in the Obowo Local Government Area of Imo State following the gruesome killing of a female student of the College of Nursing, Umuadara Umulogho, identified as Wendy Achumba. The student was reportedly found beheaded in her room on Thursday evening after neighbours became worried when she neither came out nor responded to repeated calls. Sources in the community said the victim, who hailed from Ngwa in Abia State, had completed her midwifery programme and was undergoing post-basic training at the institution. A resident, who spoke…
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May
21
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Governor Sim Fubara Officially Withdraws From APC Governorship Race, Says Peace Comes First

Governor Sim Fubara Officially Withdraws From APC Governorship Race, Says Peace Comes First

News Flash, Politics
BREAKING: Governor Sim Fubara Officially Withdraws From APC Governorship Race, Says Peace Comes First Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, has officially pulled out of the APC governorship primaries. Fubara said he made the decision after consulting with family, friends, and political allies, adding that peace and unity in Rivers State are more important than personal ambition. He also promised to support whoever emerges as the party’s candidate. The governor thanked his supporters and appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his encouragement and support during the process. Fubara said his decision was not because of pressure or fear, but because he…
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May
19
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
I’ll Secure NDC VP Position, It’d Open Door For Kano To Produce President – Kwankwaso

I’ll Secure NDC VP Position, It’d Open Door For Kano To Produce President – Kwankwaso

News Flash, Politics
I’ll Secure NDC VP Position; It’d Open Door For Kano To Produce President – Kwankwaso Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), says he is confident of securing the party’s vice-presidential slot, which would eventually open the door for Kano state to produce the president. The former Kano governor spoke over the weekend during an interview on Premier Radio. “By God’s grace, the next election will be unlike anything that has ever happened in our state and country, especially if I secure the ticket and my name is on the ballot,” Kwankwaso said. “​Since the First…
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May
19
2026
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We’re Yet To Activate 2026 UTME Results Slip Printing Portal – JAMB

We’re Yet To Activate 2026 UTME Results Slip Printing Portal – JAMB

News Flash, Education
We’re Yet To Activate 2026 UTME Result Slip Printing Portal – JAMB The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it has not yet activated the portal for printing the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Original Result Slip. JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Fabian Benjamin, made this known in a statement shared on his official X handle, where he appealed to candidates to remain patient while the board concludes ongoing examinations. According to him, the board recently completed the foreign UTME examinations and is also preparing for the mop-up examination for candidates who missed the main exercise through no fault…
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