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Mar
26
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Gov. Otti Flags – Off The Reconstruction Of Two Roads In Umuahia, Sets To Launch Urban Mass Transit Initiative In Abia

Gov. Otti Flags – Off The Reconstruction Of Two Roads In Umuahia, Sets To Launch Urban Mass Transit Initiative In Abia

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, Urban Planning/ Lands
GOV. OTTI FLAGS-OFF THE RECONSTRUCTION OF TWO ROADS IN UMUAHIA, SETS TO LAUNCH URBAN MASS TRANSIT INITIATIVE IN ABIA. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has flagged-off the reconstruction of the 4.32 kilometres Orpet - Umuafai - Lodu - Ahiaeke Road and the 3.79 kilometres Ahiaeke - Okwuta - Bende Road in Umuahia North LGA totaling 8.11KM. Speaking at the event held at Ahiaeke, Governor Otti said he expects the project to be ready in nine months time. According to the Governor,"The successful completion of this roads will respectively end the daily hassles of thousands of people who ply them…
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Mar
26
2025
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Mothers At The Heart Of Change: The Otti-Led Overhaul Giving Them A Fighting Change – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Mothers At The Heart Of Change: The Otti-Led Overhaul Giving Them A Fighting Change – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health
Mothers at the heart of Change: The Otti-led Overhaul giving them a Fighting Change Abia State, has historically grappled with systemic challenges in maternal healthcare, including insufficient infrastructure, a shortage of skilled medical personnel, and socioeconomic barriers that deterred women from accessing formal care. Prior to 2023, the state’s maternal mortality ratio (MMR) stood at an estimated 550 deaths per 100,000 live births, exceeding Nigeria’s national average of 512. Rural areas bore the brunt of this crisis: only 30% of communities had access to functional primary health centers (PHCs), and cultural reliance on traditional birth attendants (TBAs) often sidelined institutional…
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Mar
26
2025
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Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Receives Mrs. Alaribe Rachael, The Newly Posted Health Authority Secretary From Ukwa West

Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Receives Mrs. Alaribe Rachael, The Newly Posted Health Authority Secretary From Ukwa West

Health, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA OJUU KALU RECEIVES MRS ALARIBE RACHAEL, THE NEWLY POSTED HEALTH AUTHORITY SECRETARY FROM UKWA WEST The Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu officially received Mrs. Alaribe Rachael, the newly posted Health Authority Secretary (HAS) from Ukwa West to Ohafia LGA. Her reception earlier today by the Mayor marked a significant milestone in strengthening healthcare ties in Ohafia LGA. Accompanied by Evang. Mrs. Chidinma Oyediya Amah, Supervisor for Health, the visit aimed to foster collaboration and understanding of the healthcare landscape in Ohafia LGA. Upon arrival, the duo was warmly received by Chief…
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Mar
26
2025
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“There Are Plots To Extend Emergency Rule In Rivers State” – Group Raises Alarm

“There Are Plots To Extend Emergency Rule In Rivers State” – Group Raises Alarm

News Flash, Politics, South South
“There Are Plots To Extend Emergency Rule In Rivers State” – Group Raises Alarm A socio-political group, the Simplicity Movement, has raised concerns over recent explosions at oil facilities in Rivers State, alleging they are part of a scheme to justify extending the state of emergency imposed by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement following a stakeholders’ meeting in Port Harcourt on Monday, the group’s National Leader, Sobomabo Jackrich, described the explosions as politically motivated. “We believe these incidents are being orchestrated by those who seek to keep Rivers State under unconstitutional control. The people of Rivers State must not…
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Mar
26
2025
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Akpabio’s Senate Takes A Dive Inside The Bottomless Pit – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Akpabio’s Senate Takes A Dive Inside The Bottomless Pit – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, National Assembly, Politics
AKPABIO'S SENATE TAKES A DIVE INSIDE THE BOTTOMLESS PIT. One Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi from Ebonyi state yesterday during a Senate Committee hearing of the Natasha/Akpabio sexual harassment scandal presently rocking the Senate launched himself both into the limelight and kleighlight by notoriously escalating the crises in the Senate to a new height when he contemptuously descended heavily on Dr. Mrs Oby Ezekwesili like an animated child delinquent. He lost his emotional sanity and ranted like a kindergarten lunatic drug addict. He forgot that Oby Ezekwesili is representing an international women coalition in the committee hearing room and that the international…
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Mar
25
2025
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Corps Members To Get Backlog Of Delayed N77,000 Allowance – FG Assures

Corps Members To Get Backlog Of Delayed N77,000 Allowance – FG Assures

Education, FGN, News Flash, Youths
Corps Members To Get Backlog Of Delayed N77,000 Allowance – FG Assures The Federal Government has assured that corps members will receive the backlog of their delayed increased 77,000 monthly allowance. Recall that on the 25th of September, 2024, the federal government announced an increase in the monthly stipend for serving corps members from N33,000 to N77,000, effective from July 2024. However, the new adjustment has yet to be implemented despite repeated promises. In a renewed assurance to corps members, the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, revealed that serving corps members and those in the scheme when the increment…
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Mar
25
2025
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Petition For Natasha’s Recall Did Not Meet Requirements – INEC

Petition For Natasha’s Recall Did Not Meet Requirements – INEC

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics
Petition For Natasha’s Recall Did Not Meet Requirements — INEC The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that the petition for the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, did not meet the necessary submission requirements. In a statement on Tuesday, INEC confirmed receiving the petition on Monday, said to have been signed by over 250,000 constituents from Kogi Central. However, the commission stated that the petition failed to meet the stipulated guidelines outlined in its 2024 Regulations and Guidelines for Recall. According to INEC, the petitioners’ submission lacked contact details, including exact address, telephone numbers,…
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Mar
25
2025
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Weekly Market Surveillance Report: Consumer And Non-Consumer Price Trends In ABA, Umuahia And Ohafia – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Weekly Market Surveillance Report: Consumer And Non-Consumer Price Trends In ABA, Umuahia And Ohafia – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
Weekly Market Surveillance Report: Consumer and Non-Consumer Price Trends in Aba, Umuahia, and Ohafia IntroductionOver the past week, a detailed surveillance of market price trends was conducted across Aba, Umuahia, and Ohafia to assess fluctuations in both consumer goods (e.g., food, electronics) and non-consumer items (e.g., construction materials, agricultural tools). The exercise aimed to identify regional disparities, seasonal influences, and policy impacts. Data was gathered through field surveys, vendor interviews, and cross-referenced with trade associations and local government bulletins. Stakeholders, including traders, farmers, and officials, shared insights on recent developments, with many acknowledging Governor Alex Otti’s interventions in addressing infrastructural…
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Mar
25
2025
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Match Fixtures Of The 2025 Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation Football Competition In Ohafia LGA

Match Fixtures Of The 2025 Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation Football Competition In Ohafia LGA

Abia North, Abia State, Football, Ohafia LGA, Sports
MATCH FIXTURES OF THE 2025 IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION FOOTBALL COMPETITION IN OHAFIA LGA POWERED BY : IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP GROUP A: Amaekpu Akanu Asaga Amaogudu GROUP B: Ebem Amaeke Amangwu Nkporo FIRST STAGE: Amaekpu vs AsagaDate: Sunday 30th March 2025Time: 3:30 pm Ebem vs Amaeke AbiribaDate: Monday 31st March 2025Time: 3:30pm Akanu vs AmaoguduDate: Saturday 5th April 2025Time: 3:30pm Nkporo vs AmangwuDate: Sunday 6th April 2025Time: 3:30pm NEXT STAGE: 1st Group A vs 2nd Group BDate: Saturday 12th April 2025Time: 3:30pm 1st B vs 2nd ADate Sunday 13th April 2025Time: 3:30pm NEXT STAGE- 3RD PLACE: Loser A…
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Mar
25
2025
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Ndi Abia, Help Is Here!: As Otti Approves The Release Of 10 Years Embargo On Promotion Of Staff Of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic(Formerly ABIA State Polytechnic)

Ndi Abia, Help Is Here!: As Otti Approves The Release Of 10 Years Embargo On Promotion Of Staff Of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic(Formerly ABIA State Polytechnic)

Abia State, Education, Good Governance, News Flash
The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has approved the release of All accumulated promotions of Staff of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic (Formerly Abia State Polytechnic) after over 10 years of embargo on promotion in the State Polytechnic. The Workers friendly Governor went a step further and abolished the Notional Promotions practice in the institution. The highly elated and jubilant staff of the Polytechnic were overwhelmed with the great news announced by their dynamic and visionary Rector, Dr. Christopher K. Okoro. They Thanked and Appreciated Governor Otti for living up to his promise of…
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