News Flash

Jun
12
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
Democracy Day: Amid Heavy Security, Protesters Rally In Lagos, Ibadan, Akure

Democracy Day: Amid Heavy Security, Protesters Rally In Lagos, Ibadan, Akure

Human Rights, News Flash, Security
Democracy Day: Amid Heavy Security, Protesters Rally In Lagos, Ibadan, Akure Protesters took to the streets of Lagos on Thursday to mark Nigeria’s Democracy Day, despite a significant deployment of security personnel across key areas of the city. Security operatives, including officers from the Nigeria Police Force, maintained a visible presence at protest sites. Patrol vehicles were positioned strategically to control movement and prevent any potential escalation. The demonstrators, including civil society groups and pro-democracy activists, were gathering to voice concerns over worsening economic conditions and rising insecurity under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In Lagos, protesters gathered under the Ikeja…
Read More
Jun
12
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
Fela Kuti’s Legacy Honoured With Grammy Hall Of Fame Induction

Fela Kuti’s Legacy Honoured With Grammy Hall Of Fame Induction

Entertainment, Human Rights, News Flash, People & Events
Fela Kuti’s Legacy Honoured With Grammy Hall Of Fame Induction The powerful legacy of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has once again taken centre stage on the global music scene as the late icon was posthumously inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. His children, speaking on behalf of the family, accepted the honour, stating: “Our father’s legacy lives on. We are honoured to accept this Grammy Hall of Fame award on behalf of Fela Anikulapo Kuti. “His music continues to inspire and unite people across the world.” The Grammy Hall of Fame Award, established to recognise recordings of lasting…
Read More
Jun
12
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
Plane With More Than 240 Aboard Crashes

Plane With More Than 240 Aboard Crashes

Mishap, News Flash, Transportation
Plane With More Than 240 Aboard Crashes An Air India passenger plane bound for London with 244 people onboard crashed Thursday in India’s northwestern city of Ahmedabad, the airline and local media reported. Visuals on local television channels showed smoke billowing from the crash site near the airport in Ahmedabad, a city with a population of more than 5 million. Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, the director general of the directorate of civil aviation, told The Associated Press that Air India flight AI 171, a Boeing 787-8, crashed into a residential area called Meghani Nagar five minutes after taking off at 1:38…
Read More
Jun
12
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
Many Feared Dead As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Benue Capital

Many Feared Dead As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Benue Capital

Crime, Mishap, News Flash, North Central
Many Feared Dead As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Benue Capital Several people have been feared dead, with many others injured, following a deadly overnight attack by suspected herdsmen on Mtsewnem, Akondutyough village in the North Bank area of Makurdi, the Benue State capital. Sources told AttNews that the assailants stormed the community around 3:00 a.m., attacking residents in their sleep. Reacting to the incident, humanitarian worker and human rights advocate, Ukan Kurugh, described the attack as “deeply disturbing.” He wrote, “At 3:00 a.m. today, I received a heartbreaking distress call, accompanied by chilling video footage and photographs of yet another suspected…
Read More
Jun
12
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates 2nd Anniversary Of The Senate President Of Nigeria, Distinguished Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON

Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates 2nd Anniversary Of The Senate President Of Nigeria, Distinguished Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON

Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, News Flash, Personality
HAPPY 2ND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION TO THE SENATE PRESIDENT OF NIGERIA I extend my warmest congratulations to my Principal and Senate President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Distinguished Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, on the momentous occasion of his second anniversary as the esteemed Senate President of Nigeria. This milestone marks a significant chapter in his illustrious career, and we are honored to celebrate his remarkable leadership and unwavering dedication to the nation's progress. Your leadership has been instrumental in shaping the nation's legislative agenda, driving key initiatives that promote economic growth, and human development. As you mark this significant…
Read More
Jun
12
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
Gov. Otti Seeks Partnership With China, Expresses Dissatisfaction With CCECC Over Project Delay

Gov. Otti Seeks Partnership With China, Expresses Dissatisfaction With CCECC Over Project Delay

Abia State, Business, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
GOV. OTTI SEEKS PARTNERSHIP WITH CHINA, EXPRESSES DISSATISFACTION WITH CCECC OVER PROJECT DELAY. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has sought useful partnership with the People's Republic of China to improve the economy of the State. Governor Otti was speaking on Wednesday, 11th June when he received a delegation of the Consul-General of the People's Republic of China to Nigeria, Ms. Yan Yuqing, who paid him a working visit. The Governor, who said that he is willing to partner the People's Republic of China, noted that Abia people share similar traits with Chinese; traits such as resilience and hard work.…
Read More
Jun
12
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
“It’s More Rewarding To Celebrate People While They Are Alive” – Gov. Otti, As ABIA State Government Celebrates The 75th Birthday Of Chief Zebrudaya Okoro Igwe Nwogbo Alias 4.30

“It’s More Rewarding To Celebrate People While They Are Alive” – Gov. Otti, As ABIA State Government Celebrates The 75th Birthday Of Chief Zebrudaya Okoro Igwe Nwogbo Alias 4.30

Abia State, Birthday, Entertainment, Good Governance, News Flash, Personality
"‎IT IS MORE REWARDING TO CELEBRATE PEOPLE WHILE THEY ARE ALIVE" – GOV. OTTI, AS ABIA STATE GOVT. CELEBRATES THE 75TH BIRTHDAY OF CHIEF ZEBRUDAYA OKORO IGWE NWOGBO ALIAS 4:30 ‎On the evening of Tuesday, 10th June after commissioning 14 Road Projects earlier in the day across Aba, the ‎Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, says that, it is more rewarding to celebrate people while they are alive than dead.‎‎Governor Otti stated this during the 75th birthday celebration of Chika Chukwunonso Okpala, MFR, MON, A.K.A Chief Zebrudaya Okoro Igwe Nwogbo Alias 4:30 by the Abia State Government…
Read More
Jun
11
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
FG Approves Over 30,000 Recruitments Into Civil Service, Warns Job Seekers To Beware Of Scammers

FG Approves Over 30,000 Recruitments Into Civil Service, Warns Job Seekers To Beware Of Scammers

FGN, Empowerment, News Flash
FG Approves Over 30,000 Recruitments Into Civil Service, Warns Job Seekers To Beware Of Scammers Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has warned Nigerian job seekers to beware of fraudsters spreading fake information about recruitment into the paramilitary services. According to a statement released on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Abuja, the Board’s Secretary, retired Major General A.M. Jibril, noted that a fake letter is being shared on social media, pretending to give details about the recruitment exercise. Jibril confirmed that President Bola Tinubu has approved the hiring of 30,150 new intakes for the four paramilitary services,…
Read More
Jun
11
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
No Allow Busybodies And Bad-Belle Pipo Distract You – President Bola Tinubu Tells FCT Minister Wike

No Allow Busybodies And Bad-Belle Pipo Distract You – President Bola Tinubu Tells FCT Minister Wike

FGN, Infrastructure, News Flash
No Allow Busybodies And Bad-Belle Pipo Distract You - President Bola Tinubu Tells FCT Minister, Wike President Bola Tinubu don tell Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister Nyesom Wike, say make e no allow busybodies and bad-belle pipo distract am, instead make e focus on di beta work wey e dey do to transform di kontri capital. Oga Tinubu tok dis one wen e commission di International Conference Centre wey dem just renovate for Abuja, Nigeria capital. Di president say di renovated ICC wey di FCT minister rename Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre to honour am, na part of im…
Read More
Jun
11
2025
0 Comments
By Abia ThinkTank
FGN To Train 100,000 Youths Annually In Forex Trading

FGN To Train 100,000 Youths Annually In Forex Trading

Business, FGN, News Flash, Youths
FG To Train 100,000 Youths Annually In Forex Trading The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Investonaire Academy to train 100,000 young Nigerians every year in foreign exchange trading, as part of efforts to tackle unemployment and drive financial inclusion. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday, signed by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Omolara Esan. The MoU, sealed on Monday in Abuja, will see Nigerian youths equipped with practical skills in forex trading, risk management, and financial literacy, with the aim of preparing them to actively participate in…
Read More