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Governance And Conspiracy Theorists In ABIA State (2023-2025): Otti’s Transformative Leadership Amidst Opposition Sabotage – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Governance And Conspiracy Theorists In ABIA State (2023-2025): Otti’s Transformative Leadership Amidst Opposition Sabotage – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Governance and Conspiracy Theorists in Abia State (2023–2025): Otti’s Transformative Leadership Amidst Opposition Sabotage I. Introduction: Conspiracy Theories as Tools of Political SabotageSince his 2023 inauguration, Governor Alex Otti has spearheaded Abia’s transformation from "Nigeria’s dirtiest state" to a model of infrastructural and economic renewal. However, this progress triggered systematic opposition campaigns that weaponized conspiracy theories to discredit reforms. Narratives like "budget mismanagement," "foreign puppet mastery," and "elite sellout" emerged, aiming to undermine Otti’s credibility. These tactics reflect a broader strategy: labeling evidence-based critiques as "irrational" to silence dissent while obscuring historical marginalization of communities like Ukwa . II. Infrastructure…
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Jul
16
2025
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Gov. Otti Tasks Ohanaeze On Restoration Of Lost Values, Calls For Projects That Inspire Collective Involvement Of The Igbos

Gov. Otti Tasks Ohanaeze On Restoration Of Lost Values, Calls For Projects That Inspire Collective Involvement Of The Igbos

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash
‎GOV. OTTI TASKS OHANAEZE ON RESTORATION OF LOST VALUES, CALLS FOR PROJECTS THAT INSPIRE COLLECTIVE INVOLVEMENT OF THE IGBOS. ‎‎Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has tasked the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo World Wide on the restoration of lost moral values the Igbos are known for in time past.‎‎Governor Otti was speaking on Tuesday, July 15th, while receiving in audience in his office, the Executive members of the Ohaneze Ndigbo, Abia State Chapter led by her President, Dr. Chukwuemeka Okwuonu.‎‎In the words of the Governor, the responsibility of bringing back those values of honesty, hard work, resilience,…
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Jul
15
2025
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Misguided Celebrations And Misinformation: Reflecting On Buhari’s Legacy And The Igbo Narrative – By Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu

Misguided Celebrations And Misinformation: Reflecting On Buhari’s Legacy And The Igbo Narrative – By Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, South East
MISGUIDED CELEBRATIONS AND MISINFORMATION: REFLECTING ON BUHARI’S LEGACY AND THE IGBO NARRATIVE By Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu The celebration of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s death by some Nigerians, particularly among the Igbo community, is not only disheartening but also a troubling reflection of a deeper malaise in the social and political fabric of the nation. The spread of baseless conspiracy theories, such as the claim that Buhari died in 2017 and was replaced by a “Jubril of Sudan,” reveals a disturbing trend of misinformation that seems to find particular traction among certain Igbo groups. This narrative, propagated largely by individuals from the…
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15
2025
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Go To Satellite Towns And Campaign Against Me, Wike Dares Ireti Kingibe

Go To Satellite Towns And Campaign Against Me, Wike Dares Ireti Kingibe

Abuja, News Flash, Politics
Go To Satellite Towns And Campaign Against Me, Wike Dares Ireti Kingibe Federal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has challenged the Senator representing the Territory, Ms Ireti Kingibe to go to the satellite towns and campaign against his service in the President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet if indeed, she was sure of her political credentials. Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT minister, Lere Olayinka in a statement on Tuesday said Ms Kingibe was already blinded by the spirit of her impending electoral woe, and can never see the positive transformation going on in Abuja…
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15
2025
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Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun, Dangote, Niger Republic PM Arrive Katsina For Buhari’s Burial

Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun, Dangote, Niger Republic PM Arrive Katsina For Buhari’s Burial

FGN, News Flash, People & Events
Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun, Dangote, Niger Republic PM Arrive Katsina For Buhari’s Burial Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Ogun State counterpart, Dapo Abiodun, alongside the President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote have arrived in Katsina. Others who arrived at the Musa Yar’Adua Airport alongside the trio, ahead of the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, were the former Minister of Information, Lai Muhammed, among others. AttNews reports that Buhari, a former military head of state and civilian President from 2015 to 2023, died on Sunday, July 13, at a clinic in London, United Kingdom, after a prolonged illness. AttNews…
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15
2025
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Nigerian Marketers Reduce Fuel Prices As FGN Shuts Down Economy In Honour Of Buhari

Nigerian Marketers Reduce Fuel Prices As FGN Shuts Down Economy In Honour Of Buhari

Abia State, Business, Economy, FGN, News Flash, Oil & Gas
Nigerian Marketers Reduce Fuel Prices As FG Shuts Down Economy In Honour Of Buhari Nigerian petroleum products marketers have announced a reduction of premium motor spirit prices, starting from today, Tuesday. This comes as the economy shuts down today owing to the public holiday declared by the federal government to honour ex-president Muhammadu Buhari. The national president of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Abubakar Maigandi, disclosed this to DAILY POST in an interview on Monday. According to him, the decision to cut the petrol price comes after members of IPMAN held a meeting in Abuja on Monday in…
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Jul
14
2025
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UAAP President, Amb. Osita Offor Commends Gov. Alex Otti For Championing New Era Of Safety In ABIA State

UAAP President, Amb. Osita Offor Commends Gov. Alex Otti For Championing New Era Of Safety In ABIA State

Abia State, Security
UAAP President, Amb. Osita Offor Commends Gov. Alex Otti for Championing New Era Of Safety, Security in Abia State. …Urges Citizens to Take Responsibility Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, “the Undefeated Ultimate Commander” and President of the United Abia Artistes & Patriots (UAAP), has praised Governor Alex Otti for his security initiative, calling it a bold step toward creating a safer Abia State. "We commend Governor Otti for his vision and commitment to the safety and well-being of Abia's citizens," he stated. According to Ambassador Osita Offor, in a significant effort to enhance security in Abia State, Governor Dr. Alex Chioma…
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Jul
14
2025
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Akaekpuchionwa Pays Courtesy Visit To ABIA State Deputy Governor Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE

Akaekpuchionwa Pays Courtesy Visit To ABIA State Deputy Governor Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
Akaekpuchionwa Pays Courtesy Visit On Abia State Deputy Governor Engr Ikechukwu Emetu (FNSE). The founder of Akaekpuchionwa Movement Chief. Dr. Sam Anya-Akaekpuchionwa and executive members of Akaepkuchionwa Movement paid a courtesy visit on Abia Deputy Governor Engr Ikechukwu Lekwachi Emetu (FNSE) at his residence in Amaekpu Ohafia, Ohafia LGA. Speaking during the visit, Akaepkuchionwa said he appreciates the sincere love and support from the Deputy Governor towards Ohafia Youth over the years even when he had not met him physically. Akaekpuchionwa extolled the Deputy Governor for his tremendous positive impact on the people especially with his MAKE OHAFIA GREAT AGAIN…
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14
2025
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N3.4Billion & Counting: Otti’s Titans Forge Abia’s Security Shield As Trust Delivers – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

N3.4Billion & Counting: Otti’s Titans Forge Abia’s Security Shield As Trust Delivers – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Security
#3.4Billion & Counting: Otti's Titans Forge Abia's Security Shield as Trust Delivers ₦3.4Billion & Counting: Otti's Titans Forge Abia's Security Shield as Trust Delivers** defines the historic convergence where Governor Alex Otti's unparalleled network of Nigeria's industrial and philanthropic titans, forged through decades of integrity and relationship-building, translated profound trust into monumental action, raising an unprecedented and still-growing ₦3.4 billion in a single day to establish the bedrock of safety – the Abia Security Trust Fund – shielding the state's future and proving that genuine goodwill delivers tangible, transformative results. Beneath the Umuahia sky, a seismic shift resonated – not…
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