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Oct
23
2025
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Governor Otti’s Transformative Impact On ABSU – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Transformative Impact On ABSU – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Governor Otti’s Transformative Impact on ABSU By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The ongoing transformation at Abia State University, Uturu, under the leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, is redefining the landscape of tertiary education in Abia State. Once weighed down by infrastructural decay, erratic power supply, and administrative neglect, the institution is now witnessing a remarkable rebirth driven by purposeful leadership and strategic investment. In fulfilment of his promise to rejuvenate the institution, Governor Otti recently flagged off a series of landmark projects at Abia State University, including the construction of a modern Faculty of Law building, a 5000 capacity…
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Oct
23
2025
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Governance And Transformation: A Theoretical And Empirical Synthesis; The Otti’s Abia – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Governance And Transformation: A Theoretical And Empirical Synthesis; The Otti’s Abia – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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Governance and Transformation – A Theoretical and Empirical Synthesis Introduction: Locating Abia within Emerging-Economy Governance Discourse In light of contemporary scholarship on governance and development in emerging economies, Abia State under Governor Alex Otti presents a living case study of what Tarlok Das (2023) calls “the optimum size of government intervention.” Das argues that transformative growth in developing contexts depends on the precision of governance—where state action is neither excessive nor negligent, but calibrated to enhance productivity and institutional trust. This equilibrium has been achieved with notable fidelity in Otti’s Abia: a government that acts decisively yet transparently, intervenes constructively…
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Oct
22
2025
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Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother, Lawyer To Remain In Prison As Police Stall Bail Hearing

Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother, Lawyer To Remain In Prison As Police Stall Bail Hearing

Human Rights, News Flash
Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother, Lawyer To Remain In Prison As Police Stall Bail Hearing The bail hearing for the lawyer to detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, and his brother, Emmanuel “Fineboy” Kanu, was on Wednesday stalled at the Kuje Magistrate Court following the failure of the Nigeria Police Force to appear or file a counter affidavit. The matter, which came up before Magistrate Abubakar Umar Sai’I’d, was expected to determine the bail request filed on behalf of the two men and another person arrested during the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest held in Abuja earlier this week. However, proceedings could not…
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Oct
22
2025
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Davido Appointed Chairman Osun Sports Trust Fund

Davido Appointed Chairman Osun Sports Trust Fund

News Flash, Personality, Sports
Davido Appointed Chairman Osun Sports Trust Fund The Osun State Government has announced the appointment of Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, as chairman of the Osun Sports Trust Fund. The government said the move was aimed at raising funds to transform the state sports sector. It also reaffirmed its commitment to completing the ongoing renovation and rehabilitation of the Osogbo Township Stadium, assuring that the upgraded facility will meet Olympic standards upon completion. As reported by the Guardian Nigeria, confirming the appointment, the state deputy governor, Kola Adewusi, who doubles as the Commissioner for Sports, said the…
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Oct
22
2025
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Use Of Harmful Substances To Preserve Frozen Foods Rock Nigeria, Reps Begin Probe

Use Of Harmful Substances To Preserve Frozen Foods Rock Nigeria, Reps Begin Probe

National Assembly, News Flash, Technology
Use Of Harmful Substances To Preserve Frozen Foods Rock Nigeria; Reps Begin Probe The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the alleged use of harmful chemicals as preservatives for frozen foods across the country. The resolution of the House was sequel to the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance brought before the Green Chamber in plenary by the member representing Ehime Mbano/Ihitte Uboma/Obowo Federal Constituency, Imo State, Hon Chike Okafor, on Wednesday. Some non-governmental organisations operating in the health sector have been consistent in their outcry over the alleged use of dangerous chemicals, including formalin, sodium hydroxide,…
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Oct
22
2025
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UK Warns Citizens Visiting Nigeria Of Methanol Poisoning From Fake Alcoholic Drinks

UK Warns Citizens Visiting Nigeria Of Methanol Poisoning From Fake Alcoholic Drinks

Drugs, Foreign Affairs, News Flash
UK Warns Citizens Visiting Nigeria Of Methanol Poisoning From Fake Alcoholic Drinks UK authorities have warned British citizens travelling to Nigeria and other seven countries of risk of methanol poisoning from counterfeit or tainted alcoholic drinks. UK Foreign Office updated travel guidance listed Nigeria, Ecuador, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Russia and Uganda among countries with high risk of methanol poisoning following incidents involving its citizens in the listed countries on Tuesday. Before now, countries on the list include, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Turkey, Costa Rica and Fiji. “There have been deaths and cases of serious illness caused by…
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Oct
22
2025
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Bill To Ensure INEC Conducts 2027 Elections Same Day Scales Second Reading At Senate

Bill To Ensure INEC Conducts 2027 Elections Same Day Scales Second Reading At Senate

National Assembly, News Flash
Bill To Ensure INEC Conducts 2027 Elections Same Day Scales Second Reading At Senate A bill to make the Independent National Electoral Commission to conduct presidential, governorship, national and state assemblies’ elections same day has scaled second reading in the upper legislative chamber. This is one of the demands contained in the amendment bill to repeal the Electoral Act 2022 and enact a new Electoral Bill 2025. The bill, sponsored by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters, Simon Lalong, representing Plateau South, aims to strengthen the legal framework governing elections in Nigeria. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio,…
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Oct
22
2025
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Unstoppable Otti: Another Landmark Project Begins As Governor Otti Flags Off Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene Road – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Unstoppable Otti: Another Landmark Project Begins As Governor Otti Flags Off Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene Road – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Unstoppable Otti: Another Landmark Project Begins as Governor Flags Off Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene Road By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Leadership finds its true expression in action, courage, and consistency. It is not about empty promises, political noise, or endless blame games, but about the ability to transform vision into visible development. Once again, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has demonstrated that his leadership is not defined by words but by results that speak loudly across Abia State. On Friday, October 24, 2025, all eyes will be on Timber Market, Ahia Eke, Umuahia North Local Government Area, where Governor Otti will officially flag…
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Oct
22
2025
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Ekeoha Shopping Centre Aba: An Appeal For Calm And Expression Of Sympathy – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Ekeoha Shopping Centre Aba: An Appeal For Calm And Expression Of Sympathy – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Accident, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Mishap
An Appeal for Calm and Expression of Sympathy The Abia State Government expresses heartfelt sympathy to traders, business owners, and residents affected by the reported incident at the Ekeoha Shopping Centre in Aba. Our thoughts are with all who may have sustained injuries, suffered losses, or experienced distress as a result of this unfortunate event. Immediately after receiving reports of the incident, the government deployed professional engineers, safety officers, and auditors to the site to ascertain the facts. A comprehensive technical and financial review is ongoing to determine the exact cause, verify compliance with building standards, and hold any responsible…
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