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Aug
19
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

President Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals

Health, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Subsidises Dialysis Treatment In Public Hospitals President Bola Tinubu has approved a reduction in the price of each kidney dialysis session for patients, from N50,000 to N12,000, a spokesperson has said. Daniel Bwala, a spokesperson to the president, made this known on Monday via his X handle. The development, which will first commence in ten public hospitals, will provide relief to thousands of Nigerians battling kidney-related diseases, many of whom cannot pay for the dialysis. “More federal medical centres and teaching hospitals will be added before the end of the year to widen access nationwide. ”It would be recalled…
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Aug
19
2025
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COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs

COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs

News Flash, Security
COAS Reshuffles Nigerian Army High Command, Appoints New GOCs, PSOs The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has approved the redeployment and appointment of senior officers across key command, instructional, and staff positions in the Nigerian Army. A statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the reshuffle was part of the COAS’s strategic move to strengthen leadership and reposition the Nigerian Army for greater operational effectiveness. She stated that some of the senior officers appointed as Principal Staff Officers at the Army Headquarters include Maj Gen AA Adeyinka, posted from…
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Aug
19
2025
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2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return

2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
2027: ‘They Want To Rebrand Failure’ – Farotimi Speaks On Jonathan’s Return Dele Farotimi, a frontline lawyer has said that some politicians are trying hard to rebrand former President, Goodluck Jonathan, who was voted out of office by Nigerians in 2015 for valid reasons. He questioned the rationale behind the move, insisting that those expecting the former Bayelsa State Governor to come and do a miracle would be disappointed. He pointed out that there were good reasons Nigerians decided to vote Jonathan out in 2015 which they believed was the solution to the country’s problems, but ended up in a…
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Aug
18
2025
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Leadership Is About Stewardship Not Acquisition Of Wealth – Gov. Otti, Challenges The Church To Protect Good Leadership

Leadership Is About Stewardship Not Acquisition Of Wealth – Gov. Otti, Challenges The Church To Protect Good Leadership

Abia State, News Flash, Religion
LEADERSHIP IS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP NOT ACQUISITION OF WEALTH – GOV. OTTI, CHALLENGES THE CHURCH TO PROTECT GOOD LEADERSHIP. Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Governor Alex Otti, OFR, says that leadership is stewardship and service to the people and not about acquiring wealth, advising those who have contrary opinion not to bother about aspiring to lead. Governor Otti stated this on Sunday, 17th August, at St. Peter's Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Umungasi Parish, Aba, during the 35th Anniversary Celebration of the existence of the Church Parish. Addressing the excited congregation who were so happy having him worship and celebrate the anniversary…
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Aug
18
2025
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Those Campaigning To TakeOver From Otti In 2027 Are Wasting Their Time – Catholic Bishop Of Umuahia, Ukpong, Says Impossible Things Before Have Become Possible Under Gov. Otti

Those Campaigning To TakeOver From Otti In 2027 Are Wasting Their Time – Catholic Bishop Of Umuahia, Ukpong, Says Impossible Things Before Have Become Possible Under Gov. Otti

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
THOSE CAMPAIGNING TO TAKEOVER FROM OTTI IN 2027 ARE WASTING THEIR TIME - CATHOLIC BISHOP OF UMUAHIA, UKPONG, SAYS IMPOSSIBLE THINGS BEFORE HAVE BECOME POSSIBLE UNDER GOV. OTTI. ‎‎The Catholic Bishop of Umuahia Diocese, Most Rev. Michael kalu Ukpong says that those campaigning to takeover from Governor Alex Otti, OFR, in 2027 are wasting their time, saying that the Governor's good works in just two years have done the campaign for him.‎‎Bishop Ukpong stated this on Sunday, 17th August, when he hosted the Governor to a lunch at Mater Dei Cathedral, Umuahia, to celebrate his impactful and remarkable achievements, in…
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Aug
17
2025
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“He Is My Friend Of Over 20 Years” – Tinubu Pledges To Work With Soludo Ahead Of 2027

“He Is My Friend Of Over 20 Years” – Tinubu Pledges To Work With Soludo Ahead Of 2027

News Flash, Politics, Presidency
“He is My Friend of Over 20 Years”- Tinubu Pledges to Work with Soludo Ahead of 2027 Soludo visited Aso Villa on Tuesday, discussing the economy, security, and other matters with the president.Tinubu praised Soludo as a progressive leader, signaling support for his re-election bid. President Bola Tinubu has revealed he will work with Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo ahead of the 2027 elec" The message read: “It was a pleasure to welcome my friend of over two decades and the Governor of Anambra State, Governor Charles Soludo, to the Aso Villa yesterday. “We discussed the bold reforms underway, the…
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Aug
17
2025
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We Are Equipping ABIA Youths For Future Leadership, Says Gov. Otti As He Celebrates Ohuabunwa At 75

We Are Equipping ABIA Youths For Future Leadership, Says Gov. Otti As He Celebrates Ohuabunwa At 75

Abia State, Birthday, Good Governance, News Flash
WE ARE EQUIPPING ABIA YOUTHS FOR FUTURE LEADERSHIP, SAYS GOV. OTTI, AS HE CELEBRATES OHUABUNWA AT 75. Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, says his government is currently equipping the youths in the State with leadership skills to make them suitable for future leadership tasks in Nigeria and beyond. Governor Otti stated this at the 75th birthday celebration of an Abia born elder statesman and former Chairman/CEO, Pfizer Products Plc, Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa who was hosted by the State government at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. Gov. Otti disclosed that, as he speaks, some young Abians are undergoing training in…
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Aug
14
2025
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President Tinubu Approves $125 Million Islamic Development Bank Facility For ABIA State Integrated Infrastructure Development Project (ABSIID)

President Tinubu Approves $125 Million Islamic Development Bank Facility For ABIA State Integrated Infrastructure Development Project (ABSIID)

Abia State, CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, FGN, News Flash
Press Release: PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES $125 MILLION ISLAMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK FACILITY FOR ABIA STATE INTEGRATED INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (ABSIID) The Abia State Government is pleased to announce that the long-awaited USD 125 Million Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) financing facility for the Abia State Integrated Infrastructure Development Project has been approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at its meeting of Wednesday, August 13, 2025. This approval marks a major milestone in a project that has undergone extensive consultations and procedural steps, and is a critical component of the overall co-financing arrangement for the State’s ambitious infrastructure development drive. The project’s…
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Aug
14
2025
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Special Snr Apostle Sam Anya Kalu, Dedicates Elu Ohafia Cathedral And 22nd Memorial Thanksgiving Service In Honour Of His Late Father

Special Snr Apostle Sam Anya Kalu, Dedicates Elu Ohafia Cathedral And 22nd Memorial Thanksgiving Service In Honour Of His Late Father

News Flash, People & Events, Philanthropy
THE FAMILY OF SPECIAL SENIOR APOSTLE SAM ANYA KALUcordially invites you to the Dedication of Elu Ohafia Cathedral — a vision and foundation laid 22 years ago by our late father — and the 22nd Memorial Thanksgiving Service in honour of: Late Senior Apostle Anya Olugu Kaluof Ndi Olugu Family Compound, Elu Ohafia, Ohafia LGA, Abia State. Join us as we dedicate the Cathedral and celebrate the life, legacy, and lasting impact of our beloved father, 22 years after his transition to glory. Your presence and prayers will mean so much to our family. Date: Friday, 15th & Saturday, 16th…
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Aug
14
2025
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President Tinubu To Depart On Two-Nation Trip To Japan, Brazil Today

President Tinubu To Depart On Two-Nation Trip To Japan, Brazil Today

FGN, Mishap, News Flash
Tinubu To Depart On Two-Nation Trip To Japan, Brazil Thursday President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Thursday depart Abuja for a two-nation trip to Japan and Brazil. This was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday by the President’s special adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, explaining that Tinubu will stop over in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, before proceeding to Japan. In Japan, the statement noted that Tinubu will attend the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in the City of Yokohama from August 20 to 22. “With the theme “Co-create Innovative Solutions with Africa,” TICAD9 will focus…
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