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Jul

2025

2027: You Are In Wrong ADC – 2023 Presidential Candidate, Kachikwu Tells Coalition

2027: You Are In Wrong ADC – 2023 Presidential Candidate, Kachikwu Tells Coalition The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Party, ADC, in the 2023 election, Dumebi Kachikwu, has reacted to the adoption of the party by the opposition as its coalition base, led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and others. The coalition members, at a meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, announced the ADC as the platform to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2027 general elections. The group has also announced former Senate President David Mark as interim national chairman of the ADC, with former…

Jul

2025

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Ochiagha Benjamin Uka (MEZIA NWANIGI IFE) Buries Mum Madam Nnenna Agbai Uka This Weekend 4th and 5th July, 2025

Abia North, Abia State, Mishap, News Flash

Ochiagha Benjamin Uka (MEZIA NWANIGI IFE) Buries Mum Madam Nnenna Agbai Uka This Weekend 4th and 5th July 2025. In what is seen as celebration of life, Nma MEZIA goes home to meet her creator this weekend in what observers see will be the mother of all burial events taking place in both Amaekpu Ohafia and Elu Ohafia Presbyterian Church of Nigeria Isiama Ohafia Central Parish. Full burial Arrangements are in the attached posters. AttNews complete crew will be on ground to stream the events live.

Jul

2025

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2027: Coalition Adopts ADC Against Tinubu; Appoints Mark, Aregbesola As Interim Chairman, Secretary

Abuja, News Flash, Politics

2027: Coalition Adopts ADC Against Tinubu; Appoints Mark, Aregbesola As Interim Chairman, Secretary A former Senate President, Senator David Mark, and ex-Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, have been appointed as the interim Chairman and Secretary, respectively, of the African Democratic Congress, the coalition platform being positioned against President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. According to multiple reliable sources who were present at the just-concluded meeting on Tuesday night in Abuja but requested anonymity as they were not authorized to speak, leaders of the opposition coalition unanimously agreed on Mark and Aregbesola for the roles. The sources further disclosed…

Jul

2025

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Telecom Operators Announce Nationwide Sim Service Disruption

Information Technology, News Flash

Telecom Operators Announce Nationwide SIM Service Disruption The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) says there will be temporary disruption of SIM-related services across all mobile networks in Nigeria. ALTON disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday by its Chairman, Mr Gbenga Adebayo, and Publicity Secretary, Mr Damian Udeh. Adebayo said the disruption follows a directive from the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to switch to a new identity verification platform. He explained that the migration process has caused unforeseen technical challenges, affecting the availability of SIM services nationwide. “The new platform aims to improve the integrity…

Jul

2025

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Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit To ABIA Born Philanthropist, Chief Chijioke Ume

Abia State, Abia North, Good Governance, News Flash, Philanthropy

IKENNA UKWA PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO ABIA BORN PHILANTHROPIST, CHIEF CHIJIOKE UME Just in, the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa paid a courtesy visit to his Elder brother and mentor, the founder of Unubiko foundation, Chief Chijioke James Ume (IKE ABIA). Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa used the opportunity to appreciate IKE ABAM for his rare and unprecedented philathropic gestures across Abia State and beyond, especially in areas of scholarship to hundreds of students in various institutions of higher learning in Nigeria, youth empowerment, school rehabilitation, provision of basic amenities, among other laudable projects that…

Jul

2025

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Governor Otti Celebrates Rev. Okezie At 50

Abia State, Birthday, Good Governance, News Flash, People & Events

GOVERNOR OTTI CELEBRATES REV. OKEZIE AT 50 Aba, the Enyimba City, witnessed a vibrant and joyful atmosphere as Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, honoured Rev. Chibueze Samuel Joseph Okezie of the Chapel of Answers Church International, Aba, as he celebrated his 50th birthday. Represented by his Deputy, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, Governor Otti lauded the celebrant’s unwavering commitment to spiritual guidance, community development, and his role in fostering peace and moral values in society. "Your life and ministry have been a profound source of inspiration and spiritual upliftment to many within and beyond our state. Over the years, you have exemplified…

Jul

2025

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Wike Wins Again As Anyanwu Reinstated As PDP National Secretary

News Flash, Politics

Wike Wins Again As Anyanwu Reinstated As PDP National Secretary The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has affirmed Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the party’s National Secretary. Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, made the announcement on Monday shortly after the NEC meeting held at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja. Damagum stated that the decision reflects the position of the party’s highest decision-making body. Anyanwu, widely known as an ally of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, had been at the center of internal disputes within the PDP leadership in recent weeks.…

Jul

2025

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NANS Declare Nationwide Protest

Education, FGN, News Flash

NANS Declares Nationwide Protest The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has declared a nationwide protest on Wednesday, July 2 over the continued closure of public primary schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In a statement, signed by its president, Olushola Oladoja, on Monday, NANS expressed serious displeasure at the closures that have lasted over two months, affecting thousands of children (particularly poor families) from benefiting from basic education. Last week, NANS gave an ultimatum of seven days to the FCT Administration, headed by Minister Nyesom Wike, to reopen the schools or face protests across the country. “It is…

Jul

2025

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Dangote Refinery Slashes Petroleum Price Below N850

Business, Economy, FGN, News Flash, Oil & Gas

Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price Below N850 The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, from N880 to N840 per litre. Spokesman for the Dangote Group, Anthony Chiejina, confirmed the price adjustment to The PUNCH on Monday night, saying the new rate took effect on June 30. “PMS price has been reduced from N880 to N840 per litre effective 30th June,” Chiejina said. AttNews recalls that the Dangote refinery hiked the price of petrol to N880 as tension escalated during the 12-day crisis between Israel and Iran, raising the price of…

Jun

2025

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PDP Leaders Change Venue For NEC Meeting As Police Take Over Secretariat

News Flash, Police Force, Politics

PDP Leaders Change Venue For NEC Meeting As Police Take Over Secretariat The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced a last-minute change of venue for its Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting, originally scheduled for the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. The decision follows the takeover of the secretariat by heavily armed police officers. A notice posted across the party’s official social media platforms conveyed the change: “Special Announcement!Change of Venue for the PDP Board of Trustees (BoT) Meeting.The Meeting of the Board of Trustees (BoT) Meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), earlier scheduled to hold by 10Am at the…