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Jul
23
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
National Leadership Of NUP Meets Governor Otti, Apologizes On Behalf Of State NUP, As Governor Otti Reassures Commitment To Revisit Agreement With Pensioners

National Leadership Of NUP Meets Governor Otti, Apologizes On Behalf Of State NUP, As Governor Otti Reassures Commitment To Revisit Agreement With Pensioners

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
NATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF NUP MEETS GOVERNOR OTTI, APOLOGIZES ON BEHALF OF STATE NUP, AS GOVERNOR OTTI REASSURES COMMITMENT TO REVISIT AGREEMENT WITH PENSIONERS. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, received the leadership of the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP) and reassured them of his commitment to revisiting the lingering issues with the State Chapter of the Union. Governor Otti, who received the delegation of the NUP led by its National President, Mazi Godwin Abumisi, in his office on Tuesday, while responding to the plea by the National leadership of the NUP to forgive the Abia State Chapter of the Union…
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Jul
23
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Senate Approves Tinubu’s $21 Billion Loan Plan

Senate Approves Tinubu’s $21 Billion Loan Plan

CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, FGN, National Assembly, News Flash
Senate Approves Tinubu’s $21 Billion Loan Plan The Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for a comprehensive external borrowing plan totaling over $21 billion for the 2025–2026 fiscal years. According to the Senate, the funds are earmarked to support key national development projects across sectors such as infrastructure, security, agriculture and human capital development. During plenary on Tuesday in Abuja, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debt, Senator Aliyu Wamako, presented the long-awaited report, which was first introduced on May 27, 2025. He explained that the delay in adoption was due to parliamentary recesses and challenges…
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Jul
22
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Alozie’s Late Strike Sinks South Africa, Sends Super Falcons To WAFCON Final

Alozie’s Late Strike Sinks South Africa, Sends Super Falcons To WAFCON Final

Africa, Football, News Flash, Sports
Alozie’s Late Strike Sinks South Africa, Sends Super Falcons To WAFCON Final The Super Falcons of Nigeria booked their place in the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco after a dramatic 2-1 win over South Africa, sealed by a late goal from defender Mitchel Alozie. With the match seemingly heading for extra time, Alozie launched a long ball into the South African box, which evaded everyone, including the goalkeeper and nestled into the net, stunning the Banyana Banyana defence. The goal secured Nigeria’s spot in the final and marked a thrilling end to a closely…
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Jul
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Ukwa Facilitates The Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Abiriba, Ohafia LGA

Ikenna Ukwa Facilitates The Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Abiriba, Ohafia LGA

Ohafia LGA, News Flash, Politics
IKENNA UKWA FACILITATES THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR POWERED STREET LIGHTS IN ABIRIBA, OHAFIA LGA The Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has facilitated the provision and installation of solar-powered street lights in Amaeke and Amaogudu Abiriba in Ohafia LGA of Abia State. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa announced this cheering news while interacting with residents during the inspection of the ongoing installation of solar street lights in Amaekpu and Elu Ohafia which he attracted. Chief Ukwa while urging community leaders and residents to take ownership of the lights and other government infrastructure to prevent…
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Jul
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Babangida’s Son Muhammed Officially Accepts BOA Chairmanship, Debunks Rejection ‘Fake News’

Babangida’s Son Muhammed Officially Accepts BOA Chairmanship, Debunks Rejection ‘Fake News’

News Flash, Politics
Babangida’s Son Muhammed Officially Accepts BOA Chairmanship, Debunks Rejection ‘Fake News’ Muhammed Babangida, the son of former military President, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (rtd), has officially accepted his appointment as chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), dismissing recent reports claiming he declined the role as “false and malicious.” In a press statement released on Monday, Babangida expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the confidence placed in him, affirming his full acceptance of the appointment. “We wish to clarify that Muhammed gratefully accepts the appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture, as announced by the federal government, and extends…
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Jul
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
IGP Meets With Protesting Retired Police Officers Over Poor Welfare

IGP Meets With Protesting Retired Police Officers Over Poor Welfare

News Flash, Police Force, Security
IGP Meets With Protesting Retired Police Officers Over Poor Welfare The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, is currently meeting with the protesting retired police officers in Abuja. The meeting is taking place at the peacekeeping hall, Force Headquarters in Abuja. On Monday, some retired police officers protested at the National Assembly to demand their removal from the contributory pension scheme (CPS). The demonstrators, mostly elderly, stood in the rain, holding placards and chanting anti-government songs. Some of the retired police officers also besieged the force headquarters in Abuja to protest against CPS. Addressing the protesters, the IGP said welfare of…
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Jul
21
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Sowore Joins Retired Police Officers’ Protest In Abuja

Sowore Joins Retired Police Officers’ Protest In Abuja

Abuja, Human Rights, News Flash, Police Force
Sowore Joins Retired Police Officers’ Protest In Abuja Former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, on Monday led a protest by retired police officers in Abuja, demanding better welfare for ex-personnel of the Nigeria Police Force. The demonstrators, under the aegis of the Nigerian Union of Retired Police Officers, stormed the National Assembly complex before heading to the Force Headquarters, insisting on their removal from the contributory pension scheme. They described the scheme as “discriminatory” and claimed that many of their members had died as a result of poor benefits. Meanwhile, the Police Community Relations Committee…
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Jul
21
2025
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ADC Ohafia LGA Charts New Course With Fresh Vigour, Uniting Stakeholders, And Growing Grassroots Support

ADC Ohafia LGA Charts New Course With Fresh Vigour, Uniting Stakeholders, And Growing Grassroots Support

Abia North, News Flash, Politics
✅ PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: July 21, 2025Contact: ADC Ohafia LGA Media DeskPhone: (+234-806--008-3871) ADC Ohafia LGA Charts New Course with Fresh Vigour, United Stakeholders, and Growing Grassroots Support. Ohafia, Abia State - July 20, 2025. The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ohafia Local Government Area, has reaffirmed its commitment to political transformation, unity, and grassroots expansion during a well-attended executive meeting held at Rosy’s Bar, Amaekpu Ohafia. Presided over by the LGA Chairman, Hon. Prince Okwara Agwu, the meeting brought together key leaders, ward executives, and party faithful to align on priorities and renew their collective resolve to advance…
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Jul
21
2025
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‘It’s A Lie’ – FGN Denies Rumour Of WAEC, NECO Cancellation

‘It’s A Lie’ – FGN Denies Rumour Of WAEC, NECO Cancellation

Education, FGN, News Flash
‘It’s A Lie’ – FG Denies Rumour Of WAEC, NECO Cancellation The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Education, has denied planning to cancel the 2025 WAEC and NECO examinations. This was contained in a statement by the Director of Press in the Ministry, Mrs. Folasade Boriowo, on Sunday in Abuja. She said it was necessary that the Ministry categorically distance itself from the fake news and clarify to the general public. According to her, the 2025 WAEC Examinations have been successfully concluded, with only a few isolated incidents of malpractice reported, all of which were promptly addressed by the…
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Jul
21
2025
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Thank You For Celebrating Me; Redirects Your Gifts To The Poor – Obi Tells Supporters

Thank You For Celebrating Me; Redirects Your Gifts To The Poor – Obi Tells Supporters

Birthday, News Flash, Personality
Thank You For Celebrating Me; Redirects Your Gifts To Poor – Obi Tells Supporters Labour Party presidential candidate and former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed heartfelt appreciation to supporters across Nigeria and beyond for the overwhelming show of love and goodwill as he marked his 64th birthday. Obi’s birthday, celebrated on Saturday, July 19, was marked with community service and solidarity gatherings in various parts of the world, especially by members of the Obidient Movement and other well-wishers. In a statement he issued on Sunday from Rome, Italy, Obi reiterated his lifelong philosophy of shunning extravagant personal…
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