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Feb
06
2025
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A Tribute To A Trailblazer In Local Government Governance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Tribute To A Trailblazer In Local Government Governance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Ohafia LGA
A Tribute to a Trailblazer in Local Government Governance In the heart of every thriving community lies the unwavering dedication of a visionary leader who tirelessly works to transform governance at the grassroots level. Today, we celebrate the remarkable contributions of Chief Eleanya Kalu, the Mayor of Ohafia Local Government Area (LGA), and other trailblazers who have redefined leadership and governance in Abia State and beyond. Chief Eleanya Kalu, fondly referred to as the "Apostle of Good Governance," stands as a beacon of hope and progress. His commitment to the development of Ohafia LGA has not only earned him the…
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Feb
06
2025
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Ten Years After Abandonment, Hope Rises For ABA Mega Mall As Abia Government Holds Meeting With Management Team

Ten Years After Abandonment, Hope Rises For ABA Mega Mall As Abia Government Holds Meeting With Management Team

Abia State, Business, Good Governance
TEN YEARS AFTER ABANDONMENT, HOPE RISES FOR ABA MEGA MALL AS ABIA GOVERNMENT HOLDS MEETING WITH MANAGEMENT TEAM. Hope of revitalization and bouncing back have risen for the Aba Mega Mall Project after it was commissioned in May 2015 and abandoned same period by the previous administration in Abia State. Speaking to the Press after a crucial meeting with Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, the Greenfield Assets Limited Group Chairman and owners of the Mall, Dr. Paul Obanua who almost shaded tears of joy, expressed excitement over his deliberations with the Governor and possible partnership that is in…
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Feb
06
2025
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President Tinubu Asked NASS To Increase Proposed 2025 Budget To N54.2 Trillion

President Tinubu Asked NASS To Increase Proposed 2025 Budget To N54.2 Trillion

FGN, National Assembly, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu Asked NASS To Increase Proposed 2025 Budget To N54.2 Trillion President Bola Tinubu has raised the country’s proposed 2025 annual budget to N54.2 trillion from N49.7 trillion. The increase in the proposed budget size is through separate letters forwarded to both the Senate and the House of Representatives. The president in the letter read during plenary in the Senate by Senator Godswill Akpabio said the increase arose from N1.4 trillion additional revenues made by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), N1.2 trillion made by the Nigeria Customs Service, and N1.8 trillion generated by some other government-owned agencies. The President…
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Feb
06
2025
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‘You Have Serious Amnesia’, El-Rufai Slams Ribadu For Denying Anti-Tinubu Remarks

‘You Have Serious Amnesia’, El-Rufai Slams Ribadu For Denying Anti-Tinubu Remarks

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality, Politics
‘You Have Serious Amnesia’, El-Rufai Slams Ribadu For Denying Anti-Tinubu Remarks Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has slammed the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, accusing him of “serious amnesia” over his denial of past comments allegedly made against President Bola Tinubu. Ribadu had, through his lawyer, Dr. Ahmed Raji (SAN), demanded a public apology and retraction from a Peoples Democratic Party’s chieftain, Naja’atu Muhammad, who claimed in a viral TikTok video that Ribadu had once labelled Tinubu as corrupt during his tenure as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. In a strongly worded letter, Ribadu refuted the…
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Feb
06
2025
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The Hall Of Shame: A Critique Of Waste, Hypocrisy, And Moral Decay In Modern Democracies – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Hall Of Shame: A Critique Of Waste, Hypocrisy, And Moral Decay In Modern Democracies – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, People Reorientation, Politics
The Hall of Shame: A Critique of Waste, Hypocrisy, and Moral Decay in Modern Democracies In a world where billions wallow in poverty, hunger, and despair, the grotesque excesses of so-called democratic governments and their bloated bureaucracies stand as a testament to moral bankruptcy. The recent revelations of wasteful spending by USAID, highlighted by @PressSec, are not merely isolated incidents but emblematic of a deeper rot that has infected the soul of modern governance. These examples—ranging from $1.5 million to promote DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) in Serbia to $32,000 for a transgender comic book in Peru—are not just frivolous…
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Feb
06
2025
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Otti Can’t Do It Alone: Security Is A Shared Responsibility In Abia! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Otti Can’t Do It Alone: Security Is A Shared Responsibility In Abia! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Security
Otti Can't Do It Alone: Security is a Shared Responsibility in Abia! In recent years, Abia State has made significant strides in improving security under the leadership of Governor Alex. However, achieving lasting security is not a task that can be accomplished by the government alone. Crime, insurgency, and other security challenges are complex issues that require the collective effort of communities, local leaders, security agencies, and citizens. This underscores the importance of shared responsibility, where everyone plays a role in safeguarding lives and property. By working together, Abia can build on its current successes and create a safer, more…
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Feb
06
2025
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Chief Ikenna Ukwa Continues Distribution Of Customized Exercise Books In Primary Schools Across Ohafia, Abiriba And Nkporo

Chief Ikenna Ukwa Continues Distribution Of Customized Exercise Books In Primary Schools Across Ohafia, Abiriba And Nkporo

Abia North, Abia State, Education, Humanitarian, Ohafia LGA, Philanthropy
DISTRIBUTION OF CUSTOMIZED EXERCISE BOOKS BY IKENNA UKWA CONTINUES Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has continued the distribution of customized exercise books, ensuring that the books get to the pupils and teachers in all the primary schools in Ohafia, Nkporo and Abiriba. This is still part of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa 's educational support programme, powered by him, under the auspices of his foundation which he co-founded with his wife, IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION and his pro-group, IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP. Tuesday 4th February 2025, the resilient team, led by the Director General of his pro-group, IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP,…
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Feb
05
2025
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A Comparative Study Of Abia NUP’s Transactional Leadership And Governor Otti’s Purpose-Driven Governance – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

A Comparative Study Of Abia NUP’s Transactional Leadership And Governor Otti’s Purpose-Driven Governance – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Labour
A Comparative Study of Abia NUP's Transactional Leadership and Governor Otti's Purpose-Driven Governance Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's administration in Abia State has been marked by a commitment to purpose-driven governance, prioritizing the welfare of citizens, including pensioners. In contrast, the Abia chapter of the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP) has exhibited transactional leadership, characterized by a focus on personal gains and political manipulation. This dichotomy in leadership styles has significant implications for the welfare of pensioners and the overall development of Abia State. Governor Otti has demonstrated a strong commitment to the welfare of pensioners, setting aside N10…
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Feb
05
2025
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Insights Into Otti’s Environment Master Plan For Abia State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Insights Into Otti’s Environment Master Plan For Abia State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, Infrastructure
Insights into Otti's Environment Master Plan for Abia State Otti's Environment Master Plan is a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development. The plan focuses on key areas such as reducing carbon emissions, increasing the share of renewable energy, combating deforestation, and managing plastic waste. Below is a detailed analysis of these areas, with a focus on global, African, Nigerian, and specifically Abia State statistics. Global CO2 Emissions Global CO2 emissions in 2023 reached approximately 37 billion metric tons, with China, the United States, and India being the top contributors. Africa, despite accounting for 17% of…
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Feb
05
2025
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Palestinians Have No Alternative But To Leave Gaza Strip – Trump

Palestinians Have No Alternative But To Leave Gaza Strip – Trump

International, News Flash, World News
Palestinians Have No Alternative But To Leave Gaza Strip – Trump U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Palestinians have no alternative but to leave Gaza and he would like to see neighboring countries Jordan and Egypt take the displaced Palestinians. “I do not necessarily support Israeli settlement in Gaza,” Trump said before his meeting with the Zionist prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem rejected the statements of American officials regarding the displacement of Palestinians in from Gaza, saying that the American statements are racist, medieval, and reflect the absence of moral and humanitarian standards. “Instead of…
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