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May
24
2025
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Why Governor Alex Otti Deserves Re-election In 2027: A Case For Continuity And Progress In Abia State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Why Governor Alex Otti Deserves Re-election In 2027: A Case For Continuity And Progress In Abia State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Politics
Why Governor Alex Otti Deserves Re-Election in 2027: A Case for Continuity and Progress in Abia State Introduction:Governor Alex Otti’s tenure in Abia State has been nothing short of transformative, shattering decades of infrastructural decay, systemic corruption, and divisive politics with a governance model rooted in accountability, inclusivity, and tangible results. From reconstructing abandoned roads like Ohanku and Port Harcourt Road to slashing ghost workers and revitalizing healthcare and education, Otti’s administration has rekindled hope in a state once synonymous with dysfunction. His equitable development strategy has bridged ethnic divides, earning bipartisan endorsements from opposition stalwarts like Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe…
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May
23
2025
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Mrs. Tinubu Commences Distribution Of Food Items As Part Of RHI In Abia State, As Gov. Otti Lauds Initiative

Mrs. Tinubu Commences Distribution Of Food Items As Part Of RHI In Abia State, As Gov. Otti Lauds Initiative

Abia State, Economy, Empowerment, FGN, News Flash, Presidency
MRS. TINUBU COMMENCES DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD ITEMS AS PART OF RHI IN ABIA STATE, AS GOV. OTTI LAUDS INITIATIVE. The Wife of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu has commenced the distribution of food items to vulnerable groups in Abia State as part of her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Social Investment Food Outreach Programme. Speaking at the event held at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia, the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti commended Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu for appreciating the pains many individuals and families are passing through in the face of economic challenges and…
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May
23
2025
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ICPC Poised To Deploy Corruption Prevention Tools, Ethics And Integrity Compliance Scorecard In MDAS

ICPC Poised To Deploy Corruption Prevention Tools, Ethics And Integrity Compliance Scorecard In MDAS

Crime, News Flash, Northern Nigeria
ICPC Poised To to deploy Corruption Prevention Tools, Ethics, Integrity compliance scorecard in MDAs The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, (ICPC) is set to deploy its corruption prevention tools, the Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS) in Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government. This development was made known recently by the ICPC Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC), Adamawa State Office, Mr. Okoro J. Ulu, during a courtesy visit to the management of the Federal Medical Centre, Hong, Adamawa State. According to the RACC, the Commission in its efforts to curb corruption in government’s establishments will,…
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May
23
2025
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Amaekpu Ohafia Women Receives Fertilizer From Ikenna Ukwa

Amaekpu Ohafia Women Receives Fertilizer From Ikenna Ukwa

Abia North, Agriculture, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Philanthropy
AMAEKPU WOMEN RECEIVES FERTILIZER FROM IKENNA UKWA In continuation of his heartwarming display of community spirit and support to the women, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has under the auspices of his foundation, IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, distributed free fertilizer to Amaekpu women in Ohafia. This initiative, aimed at promoting food security and increasing productivity, has brought joy and hope to the women in the community, who has so far benefitted. Elu, Okagwe, Nkwebi and Nkporo women including the women wing of the members of the LION'S ZONE, a pro-socio-political group in Elu Ohafia have benefitted from the free distribution…
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May
23
2025
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“From Potholes To Progress: Abia’s Electric Roadmap Sparks A Transportation Revolution Under Gov. Otti” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“From Potholes To Progress: Abia’s Electric Roadmap Sparks A Transportation Revolution Under Gov. Otti” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Transportation
"From Potholes to Progress: Abia’s Electric Roadmap Sparks a Transportation Revolution Under Gov. Otti" In a landmark moment for Abia State, Governor Alex Otti’s administration has turned decades of infrastructural neglect into a beacon of modern governance, with the reconstructed Port Harcourt Road in Aba standing as its crowning achievement. Julius Berger, the construction giant, has begun final road-washing operations ahead of the official commissioning by President Bola Tinubu, symbolizing the rebirth of a critical artery abandoned for over 30 years. Once a crumbling relic of failed promises, the road now buzzes with renewed economic activity, its smooth asphalt easing…
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May
23
2025
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An Urgent Need For A Security Summit In Abia State – Being Press Release By ABIA North Consultative Assembly On 22nd of May, 2025

An Urgent Need For A Security Summit In Abia State – Being Press Release By ABIA North Consultative Assembly On 22nd of May, 2025

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Security
AN URGENT NEED FOR A SECURITY SUMMIT IN ABIA STATE. Being a press release by Abia North Consultative Assembly on the 22nd of May, 2025. As the formation of security vanguards across many states of the federation takes the center stage, our state, Abia must key into the mantra of events to avoid being caught off guard in an increasingly unstoppable insurgency thraldom of decay and orchestrated vulnerability. Just yesterday, 20th of May, Imo State held what may be described as an enhanced and all inclusive security summit to put Imo citizens on red alert concerning the security situation in…
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May
23
2025
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Tiv Traditional Council Orders Herdsmen To Leave Benue By End Of May

Tiv Traditional Council Orders Herdsmen To Leave Benue By End Of May

News Flash, Security
Tiv Traditional Council Orders Herdsmen To Leave Benue By End Of May The Tiv Area Traditional Council has ordered all herders to vacate Tiv lands by the end of May 2025. The monarchs cited continued attacks on farmers and growing concerns over food insecurity in Benue State and across the country. The resolution followed an emergency meeting held at the palace of the Tor Tiv in Gboko, presided over by His Royal Majesty, Orcivirigh Professor James Ortese Iorzua Ayatse. The meeting was attended by all graded traditional rulers from across the Tiv Kingdom. In a communiqué signed by the council’s…
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May
23
2025
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Chief Judge Transfers All Emergency Rule Cases In Port Harcourt To Abuja

Chief Judge Transfers All Emergency Rule Cases In Port Harcourt To Abuja

Judiciary, News Flash
Chief Judge Transfers All Emergency Rule Cases In Port Harcourt To Abuja The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, has transferred all cases on emergency rule declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Rivers State from the Port Harcourt Division of the court to the Abuja Division. A document listed the transferred cases as Dr. Farah Dagogo v President & 4 others in Suit no FHC/PH/ CS/50/2025, and Pilex Centre for Civic Education Initiative & Another v The Administrator with suit no FHC/PHC/CS/46/2025. Others are Incorporated Trustee of Rivsbridge Peace v President & others in Suit…
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May
23
2025
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‘Sweep Them Clean’ – Tinubu Tells APC To Clear Out Opposition

‘Sweep Them Clean’ – Tinubu Tells APC To Clear Out Opposition

News Flash, Politics
‘Sweep Them Clean’ – Tinubu Tells APC To Clear Out Opposition President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to consolidate its political control by clearing the opposition fold, asserting that there is nothing wrong with a one-party system. Speaking at the APC summit held Thursday at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu responded to growing criticism over the wave of defections into the ruling party. “I just need to tell those who say a one-party system is no good…. You don’t blame a people bailing out of a sinking ship when they…
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May
23
2025
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2027: Makinde For President Posters Flood Kano

2027: Makinde For President Posters Flood Kano

News Flash, Politics
2027: Makinde For President Posters Flood Kano As the 2027 general elections draw closer, campaign posters of Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, have surfaced in various parts of Kano, sparking speculation about his potential presidential ambition. The posters, bearing the logo of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the slogan “To Move Nigeria Forward 2027”, were prominently displayed at key locations across the ancient city, including the roundabout leading to Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), the Wappa area near the former Triumph newspaper office, and around the popular Dangi Bridge. A youth group, the Nigeria Youths Awareness Group for…
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