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Aug
25
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Ukwa Congratulates Olu Of Warri On His 4th Coronation Anniversary

Ikenna Ukwa Congratulates Olu Of Warri On His 4th Coronation Anniversary

News Flash, Personality
CONGRATULATIONS TO OLU OF WARRI ON HIS 4TH CORONATION ANNIVERSARY I write to congratulate HIS MAJESTY, OGIAME ATUWATSE 111, CFR, the Oluofwarri on the auspicious occasion of his 4th Coronation Anniversary. I celebrate his leadership, wisdom, and dedication to the progress and prosperity of Warri Kingdom and its people. I commend his commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of the Warri kingdom; and his visionary leadership has positively impacted the lives of his subjects. I rejoice in the prosperity and peace that has characterized his reign on the throne of his forefathers. On behalf of my family and the entire…
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Aug
21
2025
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China Sets To Unveiling First Pregnancy Robot With Artificial Womb

China Sets To Unveiling First Pregnancy Robot With Artificial Womb

News Flash, Technology, World News
China Sets To Unveil First Pregnancy Robot With Artificial Womb China is preparing to introduce what could become a groundbreaking development in reproductive science — a humanoid robot designed to host a fully functional artificial womb. According to the Indian Times, the project is being driven by Guangzhou-based Kaiwa Technology and is expected to be unveiled in 2026. The initiative aims to integrate artificial womb technology into a robot capable of managing pregnancy from fertilisation through to childbirth. Speaking at the World Robot Conference in Beijing, project lead Zhang Qifeng said the scientific groundwork has already been established, with researchers…
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Aug
21
2025
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Institute Good Leadership In Our Communities, Gov. Otti Charges Dev. Union Leaders

Institute Good Leadership In Our Communities, Gov. Otti Charges Dev. Union Leaders

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, Politics
INSTITUTE GOOD LEADERSHIP IN OUR COMMUNITIES, GOV. OTTI CHARGES DEV. UNION LEADERS. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has charged the leadership of community development unions to institute and enforce good leadership in various communities in the State and Nigeria at large. Governor Otti gave the charge on Wednesday, while receiving in audience, a delegation of the Abia State Association of Igbo Town Unions, led by its President General, Chief Sir George Mgbeorurukwe in his office. He regretted that there are some communities where people of questionable character are still occupying development union leadership. "We won't come out and say…
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Aug
20
2025
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A Grand Memorial And Monumental Legacy: Chief Samuel Anya’s Father’s 22-Year Memorial Ceremony, Church Dedication And Senate Declaration

A Grand Memorial And Monumental Legacy: Chief Samuel Anya’s Father’s 22-Year Memorial Ceremony, Church Dedication And Senate Declaration

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, People & Events, Politics
A Grand Memorial and Monumental Legacy: Chief Samuel Anya’s father’s 22-Year Memorial Ceremony, Church Dedication and Senate Declaration In what was an occasion of memorial, atmosphere of pomp and pageantry that had in attendance the 2nd citizen of Abia State, the Chief of Staff of the Rivers State Government and the former Speaker of the Rivers State Assembly, Chief Dr. Samuel Anya proved again his mettle and bravery linked to his title “AKAEKPUCHIONWA.” The event, held in Ohafia, Abia State over the weekend, marked the 22nd anniversary of the passing of Chief Anya’s father, an occasion that blended solemn remembrance…
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Aug
20
2025
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Amaechi Is The Last Person ADC Will Give It’s Presidential Ticket To – Wike

Amaechi Is The Last Person ADC Will Give It’s Presidential Ticket To – Wike

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
Amaechi Is The Last Person ADC Will Give Its Presidential Ticket To – Wike Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the chances of former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, securing the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme aired on Tuesday, Wike said Amaechi was the “last person” the opposition coalition platform would consider for its ticket. The minister was reacting to Amaechi’s recent remarks where the former Transportation Minister boasted that he would end corruption within one month if elected…
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Aug
20
2025
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INEC Declares Labour Party’s Bright Ngene Winner Of Enugu South Rerun While Serving 7-Year Jail Term

INEC Declares Labour Party’s Bright Ngene Winner Of Enugu South Rerun While Serving 7-Year Jail Term

Crime, News Flash, Politics
INEC Declares Labour Party’s Bright Ngene Winner Of Enugu South Rerun While Serving 7-Year Jail Term The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Bright Ngene of the Labour Party as the winner of the rerun election held in Enugu South 1 State Constituency. INEC on Tuesday declared Ngene the winner of the rerun election, bringing to an end the prolonged crisis that had trailed multiple failed attempts to conduct the court-ordered poll. The announcement was contained in a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee. Meanwhile, Ngene is currently remanded at…
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Aug
19
2025
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The Pathetic Pantomime: Reno Omokri And The Art Of Grown-Up Childishness – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Pathetic Pantomime: Reno Omokri And The Art Of Grown-Up Childishness – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Personality
The Pathetic Pantomime: Reno Omokri and the Art of Grown-Up Childishness Reno Omokri’s public persona constitutes a masterclass in arrested development—a cringe-inducing spectacle where faux sophistication masks profound ethical infantilism. His career remains littered with juvenile antics wholly unbecoming a former presidential aide, revealing a man whose emotional maturity fossilized between playground taunts and adolescent melodrama. The farcical theater of his existence demands rigorous dissection. I. The Forgery Fiasco: A Case Study in Ethical BankruptcyThe 2014 "Wendell Simlin" scandal endures as Omokri’s most grotesque performance. While serving as President Jonathan’s Social Media Assistant, he orchestrated a fraudulent campaign to falsely…
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Aug
19
2025
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FGN Begins Review Of Revenue Allocation Formula

FGN Begins Review Of Revenue Allocation Formula

FGN, Economy, News Flash
FG Begins Review Of Revenue Allocation Formula The Federal Government has officially commenced the process of reviewing the nation’s revenue allocation formula to meet current realities. Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mohammed Bello Shehu announced the commencement of the review process at a press conference at Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja on Monday. There are indication that the new formula would give more funds to the states of the federation. Sources in the commission disclosed that government was planning to increase total allocation to the states to between 30 and 40% from the current formula which…
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Aug
19
2025
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US Applauds Nigeria Over Arrest Of Two Wanted Ansaru Terror Leaders

US Applauds Nigeria Over Arrest Of Two Wanted Ansaru Terror Leaders

FGN, International, News Flash, Security
US Applauds Nigeria Over Arrest Of Two Wanted Ansaru Terror Leaders The United States Mission in Nigeria has hailed the Nigerian Government and security forces over the arrest of two wanted leaders of the terror group, Ansaru. In a statement on Monday, the Mission identified the suspects as Mahmud Muhammad Usman, also known as Abu Bara’a, and Mahmud al-Nigeri, also known as Mallam Mamuda. The US described the arrests as a “significant step forward” in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism and violent extremism. “We commend the Nigerian Government and security forces on the successful arrest of wanted #Ansaru leaders, Mahmud Muhammad…
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Aug
19
2025
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JAMB Issues Fresh Directive To Universities Over 2025 Admission Process

JAMB Issues Fresh Directive To Universities Over 2025 Admission Process

Education, News Flash
JAMB Issues Fresh Directive To Universities Over 2025 Admission Process Universities across Nigeria have been directed to ensure they finalise the admission processes in their institutions by October 31, 2025, for public universities and November 30, 2025, for private ones. The directive was handed to the institutions by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Monday, August 18. In a fresh schedule released in its weekly bulletin, JAMB announced that all other tertiary institutions in Nigeria, private or public, have until year’s end. According to JAMB, the directives are in line with the schedule approved during the 2025 Policy…
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