Abia ThinkTank

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Apr
13
2026
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Federal Education Ministry Okays Ohafia For CBT Centres

Federal Education Ministry Okays Ohafia For CBT Centres

Abia North, Education, FGN, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
Federal Education Ministry Okays Ohafia for CBT Centres The Federal Ministry of Education has okayed five facilities to serve as computer-based test centres for national examinations at Ohafia, following an inspection of the sites by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria, under the auspices of the Ohafia Improvement Union (OIU). The endorsement is subsequent to recommendations by the inspection team of the Teachers Council. The team had last month inspected Collins Memorial College, Akanu Civic Centre, Amangwu Civic Hall, Amamgwu Ohafia US Library Centre, National Open University, Asaga and Asaga Civic Centre to determine their suitability for the establishment of…
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Apr
12
2026
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Transformation Of ABIA Has Begun But Not Complete; From Recovery To Power, From Order To Prosperity – Being Governor Otti’s Sworn Declaration To Nde Abia

Transformation Of ABIA Has Begun But Not Complete; From Recovery To Power, From Order To Prosperity – Being Governor Otti’s Sworn Declaration To Nde Abia

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
MY SWORN DECLARATIONDr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFRA New Architecture for Abia: From Recovery to Power, From Order to Prosperity Nde Abia, I do not stand before you as a man of empty promises. I stand before you as a governor whose work already speaks in roads rebuilt, hospitals revived, schools restored, communities reconnected, and the dignity of governance recovered. When we came in 2023, we met a state wounded by neglect, diminished by low ambition, and weakened by years of drift. What we promised then was order. What we delivered first was credibility. And what now lies before us is…
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Apr
12
2026
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Progressive Patriots, Ohafia LGA Chapter, Urge Rt. Hon. Dr. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, OFR, To Consider The 2027 ABIA State Governorship Race

Progressive Patriots, Ohafia LGA Chapter, Urge Rt. Hon. Dr. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, OFR, To Consider The 2027 ABIA State Governorship Race

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
PRESS STATEMENT PROGRESSIVE PATRIOTS, OHAFIA LGA CHAPTER, URGE RT. HON. DR. BENJAMIN OKEZIE KALU, CFR, TO CONSIDER THE 2027 ABIA STATE GOVERNORSHIP RACE The Progressive Patriots, Ohafia LGA Chapter, a purpose-driven coalition committed to the transformation and sustainable development of Abia State, respectfully urges the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Dr. Benjamin Okezie Kalu CFR, to consider offering himself for service as a candidate in the 2027 Abia State governorship election.In a statement issued by its Director, Chief Eme Uche, the group noted that Rt. Hon. Kalu has distinguished himself through exemplary legislative performance, strategic leadership,…
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Apr
12
2026
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Kalu Kalu Agu, Ogbonnaya, Others Emerge As ADC Holds Congress In Abia State

Kalu Kalu Agu, Ogbonnaya, Others Emerge As ADC Holds Congress In Abia State

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
Kalu Agu, Ogbonnaya, others emerge as ADC Holds Congress in Abia state. The Abia State Chapter of The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Saturday 11th April 2026, conducted its state congress in Abia State, producing a new leadership ahead of the 2027 general elections. The congress, held in Umuahia, saw the emergence of Barr. Kalu Kalu Agu as state chairman through an affirmative action , alongside other elected executives. In his acceptance speech, Agu pledged to unite party members and reposition the ADC for electoral success in the state, stressing that reconciliation would be central to strengthening the party’s structure.…
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Apr
11
2026
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The Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency And Otti’s 2027 Journey- By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

The Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency And Otti’s 2027 Journey- By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
The Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency and Otti’s 2027 Journey By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The grand civic reception held at the Umuahia Township Stadium in honour of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, on Friday, April 10, 2026, conveyed a powerful political statement shaped by performance, perception, and public sentiment. The sheer scale of attendance and the unanimity of voices across political, professional, religious, and community lines underscored a defining reality that Governor Otti’s nearly three years in office have crystallized into a governance record that is not only visible and measurable but increasingly difficult to contest. From infrastructure renewal to institutional reforms,…
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Apr
11
2026
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JUSUN Vs Abia Government: Strip Away The Politics- The Record Shows Otti Is Acting By Process, Not Bad Faith – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

JUSUN Vs Abia Government: Strip Away The Politics- The Record Shows Otti Is Acting By Process, Not Bad Faith – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
JUSUN vs Abia Government: Strip Away the Politics — The Record Shows Otti Is Acting by Process, Not Bad Faith Let us remove the political spin and stay with the documented facts. Under Governor Alex Otti, the Abia State Government has not shown hostility to judiciary workers as a matter of policy. In January 2025, the government and JUSUN reached an agreement through negotiation, signed an MoU, and the strike was suspended after arrears tied to delayed minimum-wage implementation were addressed. That is an important fact because it shows that this government has previously engaged JUSUN, negotiated with them, and…
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Apr
10
2026
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Abia JUSUN And The Need To Imbibe The Spirit Of Transparency And Patriotism – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia JUSUN And The Need To Imbibe The Spirit Of Transparency And Patriotism – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Judiciary
Abia JUSUN and the Need to Imbibe the Spirit of Transparency and Patriotism By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Abia State chapter, is once again in the spotlight. This time, it has embarked on a strike over the alleged non-payment of leave allowance, a development that has disrupted judicial activities and raised fresh concerns among stakeholders. The action, driven by the union’s leadership in the state, brings to the fore critical questions about accountability, transparency and the shared responsibility required to sustain progress in the public service. At a press briefing held at Government House,…
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Apr
09
2026
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Happy Birthday To Our Esteemed Boss And Leader, His Excellency, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu Lekwachi (FNSE)

Happy Birthday To Our Esteemed Boss And Leader, His Excellency, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu Lekwachi (FNSE)

Abia State, Birthday, People & Events
Happy Birthday To Our Esteemed Boss and Leader,His Excellency, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu Lekwachi (FNSE). On this special occasion, I, Rt. Hon. Eke Daniel Urum, on behalf of the entire Isiama Ward, my family and my humble self, celebrate a remarkable leader whose dedication, humility, and visionary leadership continue to inspire us all.We pray that God grants you many more years in good health, wisdom, and strength. May your life be filled with greater accomplishments, and may all your dreams and aspirations, especially in your political journey, come to fruition beyond expectations.Thank you for your unwavering support, mentorship, and commitment to…
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Apr
09
2026
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Happy Birthday Amiable Deputy Governor Of Abia State Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE- From All Of Us@AttNews

Happy Birthday Amiable Deputy Governor Of Abia State Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE- From All Of Us@AttNews

Abia State, Birthday, News Flash, People & Events
Happy Birthday Your Excellency, Deputy Governor Of Abia State Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE- From All Of @ AttNews The Management and Staff of Abia think tank Online newspaper heartily celebrates his Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Abia State Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE on his birthday. We pray God Continue to broaden his vision and wisdom to assist Governor Otti in the building of the new Abia. We also pray for your good health as God prepares you for higher responsibilities within the State, Nigeria and globally. We are very proud of your sterling performance as the Deputy Governor of our…
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Apr
09
2026
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Stopping Lies Before They Spread: The Truth About The Geometric Power Loan Sourcing And Approval – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Stopping Lies Before They Spread: The Truth About The Geometric Power Loan Sourcing And Approval – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Dear Reader and Fan, let us deal with this carefully, because what is being attempted here is not correction but historical laundering. Now to the Geometric Power issue. The claim being pushed is that Alex Otti “never sourced or approved any loan” for Geometric Power and that the $85 million story was mere “paperwork.” That is not what the public record says. Liars everywhere! Hell is real! …and readied… Governor Otti’s own 2024 public speech, The Power to Dream, states that he secured approval for an $85 million facility from First Bank, that Geometric could not draw on it because…
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