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Feb
18
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Debated Planned Acquisition Of 60% Of EEDC Shares By ABIA State Government; And Dr. Odo Ijere Submitted!

Debated Planned Acquisition Of 60% Of EEDC Shares By ABIA State Government; And Dr. Odo Ijere Submitted!

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics, Power & Energy
On further Clarifications by the Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities concerning the raging 60% acquisition of EEDC. The clarifications contained in the release by the Honourable Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Engr. Ikechukwu Monday yesterday is clear, unambiguous and well understood. His statement that due technical diligence is being carried out on the dilapidated infrastructure being used by the EEDC to distribute darkness in the State, as part of ongoing negotiations to acquire 60% stakes of Interstate Electrics in EEDC is different from what we read from the CPS that Abia state has acquired 60% of EEDC holding.…
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Feb
17
2025
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“The People Speak: Abia State’s ‘Voice Of The People’ Poll” (Vox Populi) – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“The People Speak: Abia State’s ‘Voice Of The People’ Poll” (Vox Populi) – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
"The People Speak: Abia State's 'Voice of the People' Poll" The "Voice of the People" poll, conducted in Abia State between June 15th and August 20th, 2024, has revealed interesting insights into the sentiments of the people. The poll was carried out in eight cities across the state, including Umuahia (June 15th-17th, 12 voice notes), Aba (June 20th-22nd, 11 voice notes), Ohafia (June 25th-27th, 10 voice notes), Arochukwu (July 1st-3rd, 12 voice notes), Umunneochi (July 8th-10th, 10 voice notes), Isuikwuato (July 15th-17th, 11 voice notes), Ukwa East (July 22nd-24th, 10 voice notes), and Bende (August 1st-3rd, 10 voice notes). A…
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Feb
17
2025
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Assessing Governor Otti’s Commitment To ABIA Workers’ Welfare – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Assessing Governor Otti’s Commitment To ABIA Workers’ Welfare – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Labour
Assessing Governor Otti's Commitment to Abia Workers' Welfare Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's administration has demonstrated a strong commitment to the welfare of Abia workers and pensioners. This commitment is evident in several key areas. Since assuming office, Governor Otti has kept his promise of ensuring that workers receive their salaries and pensions on or before the 28th of every month. This regular payment has brought stability and relief to Abia workers and pensioners, enabling them to plan and manage their finances effectively. The timely payment of salaries and pensions has also boosted the morale and job satisfaction of…
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Feb
16
2025
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Right-Of-Reply: Re: The Planned Acquisition Of 60% EEDC Shares By ABIA State Government – Dr. Chief Odo Ijere(Okpotemba) Replies Ctn Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Right-Of-Reply: Re: The Planned Acquisition Of 60% EEDC Shares By ABIA State Government – Dr. Chief Odo Ijere(Okpotemba) Replies Ctn Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Power & Energy
Re: THE PLANNED ACQUISITION OF 60% EEDC SHARES BY ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT. My Right of Reply to Citizen Ukoha Njoku, the Chief Press Secretary. My dear brother Ukoha, you started your rejoinder to my article rather badly by referring to my remarks as "skepticism". As the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, you are expected to discern the boundary between an advisory remark and a skeptical engagement. Knowing me and where I'm coming from should have told you that mine was just a remark to keep our government properly guided before we commit unintended mistake. You should also be mindful…
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Feb
16
2025
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Angry Youth Set Ondo Police Station Ablaze Over Alleged Custodial Death

Angry Youth Set Ondo Police Station Ablaze Over Alleged Custodial Death

Crime, News Flash, Security, South West
BREAKING: Angry youths set Ondo police station on fire over alleged custodial death A group of enraged youths has reportedly set a police station ablaze in Ifon, the headquarters of Ose Local Government Area in Ondo State. The incident followed allegations that a young boy died in police custody after being subjected to torture. Sources indicate that the protesters took action upon hearing about the boy’s death, while his friend, who was also detained, is currently receiving treatment in a hospital and remains in critical condition. It was also learnt that another building in the vicinity was also torched during…
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Feb
16
2025
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Shipment Of ‘Heavy’ US Bombs Arrives In Israel

Shipment Of ‘Heavy’ US Bombs Arrives In Israel

International, News Flash, World News
Shipment Of ‘Heavy’ US Bombs Arrives In Israel Israel’s defence ministry said Sunday that a shipment of “heavy” US-made bombs arrived overnight in Israel, as Marco Rubio began his first visit to the country as Washington’s top diplomat. “A shipment of heavy aerial bombs recently released by the US government was received and unloaded overnight in Israel,” the ministry said in a statement, referring to MK-84 munitions recently authorised by President Donald Trump’s administration. “The munitions shipment that arrived in Israel, released by the Trump administration, represents a significant asset for the air force and the IDF (military) and serves…
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Feb
16
2025
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USAID: Calls For Probe Spread Over Alleged Boko Haram Funding

USAID: Calls For Probe Spread Over Alleged Boko Haram Funding

International, News Flash, World News
USAID: Calls For Probe Spread Over Alleged Boko Haram Funding Some Nigerians have demanded an investigation into the allegations by a United States Congressman, Scott Perry, that the United States Agency for International Development funded terrorist organisations, including Boko Haram. Perry, a Republican representing Pennsylvania, claimed during the inaugural hearing of the Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency on Thursday. The session, titled, ‘The War on Waste: Stamping Out the Scourge of Improper Payments and Fraud,’ focused on alleged misappropriations of taxpayer funds. President Donald Trump had suspended USAID and other aid programmes, accusing them of corruption. The lawmaker alleged…
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Feb
16
2025
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Governor Otti’s Commitment To Progress: How The 12.6km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete-Umuoha-Oberete-Akirikaobu Road Project Demonstrates Leadership Beyond Politics – Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Commitment To Progress: How The 12.6km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete-Umuoha-Oberete-Akirikaobu Road Project Demonstrates Leadership Beyond Politics – Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Works
Governor Otti's Commitment to Progress: How the 12.6km Ohanze-Ntighauzo-Obete-Umuoha-Oberete-Akirikaobu Road Project Demonstrates Leadership Beyond Politics Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D In a remarkable display of leadership and commitment to progress, Governor Alex Otti OFR, on Wednesday, 12th February, flagged off the construction of the 12.6km Ohanze-Ntighauzor-Umuoha-Obete-Oberete-Akirikaobu road in Obingwa Local Government Area (LGA) of Abia State. This project further underscores Governor Otti's vision for a better Abia, driven by his passion to transform the state and leave a lasting impact on its people and landscape. It is worth noting that Obingwa LGA was instrumental in truncating Governor Otti's electoral victory in 2015…
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Feb
16
2025
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NAFDAC Seals 3,000 Shops In Lagos, Seized 12 Truckloads Of Fake Drugs

NAFDAC Seals 3,000 Shops In Lagos, Seized 12 Truckloads Of Fake Drugs

Business, Health, Lagos, News Flash, South West
NAFDAC Seals 3,000 Shops In Lagos, Seizes 12 Truckloads Of Fake Drugs The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has intensified its enforcement efforts against the sale of illicit and counterfeit pharmaceuticals, sealing over 3,000 shops within the Idumota Open Drug Market in Lagos in the first week of operations. This was made known in a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday by NAFDAC During the raid, officials uncovered alarming violations, including vaccines stored in dilapidated, unventilated rooms sealed with iron sheets, posing severe health risks. Large consignments of banned and dangerous drugs were also…
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Feb
16
2025
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Abia Cares: Supporting Our Elderly, Strengthening Our Community By Investing In Our Aging Population – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia Cares: Supporting Our Elderly, Strengthening Our Community By Investing In Our Aging Population – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, People Reorientation
Abia Cares: Supporting Our Elderly, Strengthening Our Community by Investing in Our Aging Population Elderly residents in Abia State face significant health-related challenges, exacerbated by systemic gaps in healthcare access and infrastructure. A 2022 National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) report revealed that 65% of elderly individuals lack access to functional healthcare facilities, compounded by a dire shortage of geriatric specialists—only three serve the state’s estimated 500,000 elderly population. Chronic diseases like hypertension affect 48% of seniors, yet only 30% receive consistent care due to cost barriers and clinic distances. Mental health struggles are equally pressing: while 20% of Nigerian elders…
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