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Mar
08
2025
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Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Celebrates International Women’s Day With The Wife Of Executive Governor Of ABIA State, Her Excellency, Mrs Priscilla C. Otti

Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Celebrates International Women’s Day With The Wife Of Executive Governor Of ABIA State, Her Excellency, Mrs Priscilla C. Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, International, News Flash, People & Events, Politics, Women Affairs
OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA OJUU KALU CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY WITH THE WIFE OF EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF ABIA STATE, HER EXCELLENCY, MRS PRISCILLA C. OTTI. "Today, as we celebrate International Women's Day, I am honored to stand alongside Her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Chioma Otti, and women from all walks of life in Abia State. As the Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA, I recognize the pivotal role women play in shaping our communities and driving progress. We celebrate the trailblazers who have paved the way for future generations, the unsung heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes, and the leaders…
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Mar
08
2025
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‘Not Because Of Akpabio’ – Senate Leader List 5 Major ‘Sins’ That Led To Natasha’s Suspension

‘Not Because Of Akpabio’ – Senate Leader List 5 Major ‘Sins’ That Led To Natasha’s Suspension

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics
‘Not Because Of Akpabio’ – Senate Leader Lists 5 Major ‘Sins’ That Led To Natasha’s Suspension Bamidele Opeyemi, the leader of the 10th Senate has debunked claims that Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended by the Red Chamber over the allegations of sexual harassment which she made against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. In a statement issued on Saturday, March 8, Opeyemi said, the claim that the Kogi Central senator was suspended for her allegations against Akpabio is false. According to the Senate leader, the Kogi lawmaker’s suspension followed her actions and misconduct in contravention of Senate Standing Orders 2023 (As Amended)…
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Mar
08
2025
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Tinubu Rejects N942 Billion Census Budget, Proposes Use Of Corps Members For Exercise

Tinubu Rejects N942 Billion Census Budget, Proposes Use Of Corps Members For Exercise

FGN, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu Rejects N942 Billion Census Budget, Proposes Use Of Corps Members For Exercise President Bola Tinubu has rejected a proposed N942 billion budget from the National Population Commission (NPC) for the upcoming national housing and population census. Sources familiar with the discussions revealed that Tinubu insisted on cutting costs and suggested using members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for the exercise. During a meeting at the State House on February 24, 2025, with NPC officials led by Chairman Nasir Kwarra, the President promised to set up a committee to review the budget and align it with the government’s…
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Mar
08
2025
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2027: Atiku Support Groups From 19 Northern States Join APC

2027: Atiku Support Groups From 19 Northern States Join APC

News Flash, Northern Nigeria, Politics
2027: Atiku Support Groups From 19 Northern States Join APC Ahead of 2027 Presidential election, strong indications have emerged that there will be political realignment from the North as support groups of the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar from the 19 Northern States have dumped the PDP for the All Progressives Congress, APC. The National Chairman of the APC, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, APC, Kano North received them yesterday to the family of the ruling APC. According to the groups, they…
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Mar
08
2025
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Port Harcourt Road To Be Commissioned By May 29th As Gov. Otti Explains Why He Operates From Private Residence

Port Harcourt Road To Be Commissioned By May 29th As Gov. Otti Explains Why He Operates From Private Residence

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
PORT HARCOURT ROAD TO BE COMMISSIONED BY MAY 29TH AS GOV. OTTI EXPLAINS WHY HE OPERATES FROM PRIVATE RESIDENCE. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says the ongoing reconstruction and expansion of Port Harcourt road, Aba being handled by Julius Berger Construction Company will be completed and ready for commissioning by 29th May this year. Governor Otti disclosed this while speaking at the monthly media briefing tagged "Governor Otti Speaks to Abians". He reiterated his administration's commitment to driving massive infrastructural development, saying that his Government is in a hurry to transform all sectors of the State's economy. "We don't…
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Mar
08
2025
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X-Raying Governor Otti’s Economic Transformation Agenda For ABIA State – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

X-Raying Governor Otti’s Economic Transformation Agenda For ABIA State – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Abia State, Economy, Good Governance
X-raying Governor Otti's Economic Transformation Agenda for Abia State Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Upon his inauguration as Governor of Abia State, Governor Alex Otti unveiled an economic roadmap aimed at unlocking the economic potential and investment opportunities in the State. This roadmap has been instrumental in guiding his administration's efforts to restore Aba to its former glory as a thriving commercial center. With a clear vision to reposition Abia State as a hub for trade, commerce, and industry, Governor Otti has been working tirelessly to create an enabling environment for businesses to thrive. To achieve this, Governor Otti ensured that Aba…
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Mar
08
2025
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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: NAOS VP Comr. Urenwa Olugu To Visit Indigent Women Of Elu Ohafia Today.

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: NAOS VP Comr. Urenwa Olugu To Visit Indigent Women Of Elu Ohafia Today.

Abia North, Abia State, Empowerment, Humanitarian, Philanthropy
Celebrating International Women's Day 2025In commemoration of International Women's Day 2025, The Vice President National Association of Ohafia Students Worldwide, Comr. Favour Urenwa Olugu, will be visiting the indigent women of Elu Ohafia today. This heartfelt gesture is a testament to her unwavering commitment to empowering and supporting the womenfolk. Show Your SupportAs part of this initiative, we invite you to join forces with us by donating gently used clothes, food items, and other essential goods. Your generosity will go a long way in making a meaningful difference in the lives of these remarkable women. Event Details Date: Saturday, 8/3/2025…
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Mar
08
2025
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Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association Celebrates All The Women Worldwide On This Year’s International Women’s Day

Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association Celebrates All The Women Worldwide On This Year’s International Women’s Day

Humanitarian, International, Ohafia LGA, People Reorientation, Women Affairs
Happy International Women's Day 2025 to all the women worldwide. Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association - EOILA will be celebrating Women's Day today at Umuahia, Abia State, with Her Excellency, the Wife of the Executive Governor of Abia State, The wife of the Deputy Governor of Abia State, The Commissioner for Women Affairs all other Top and Important Personalities that will be attending the program today with them over there. This year's 2025 topic according to United Nations is to, #Accelerate Action# . At the current rate of progress, " It will take until 2158 to achieve full gender parity"…
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Mar
08
2025
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Harvesting Change: How Innovation Is Reshaping Abia’s Farms – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Harvesting Change: How Innovation Is Reshaping Abia’s Farms – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Agriculture, Columns/Opinions/Letters
Harvesting Change: How Innovation is Reshaping Abia’s Farms In the heart of southeastern Nigeria, where lush green fields stretch beneath the hum of cicadas, Abia State is redefining what it means to farm. For generations, agriculture here has been synonymous with tradition—manual labor, rain-fed crops, and cycles of plenty and scarcity. But today, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Farmers like 58-year-old Ifeanyi Nwosu, who once relied solely on inherited wisdom, now balance ancestral knowledge with smartphone alerts about soil pH levels and drone-mapped planting grids. This fusion of old and new is not just transforming yields; it’s rewriting Abia’s agricultural…
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Mar
08
2025
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FG Takes Action Against Terrorism Financing, Freezes Accounts Of 15 Individuals

FG Takes Action Against Terrorism Financing, Freezes Accounts Of 15 Individuals

Crime, FGN, News Flash, Presidency, Security
FG Takes Action Against Terrorism Financing,Freezes Accounts Of 15 Individuals FG Takes Action Against Terrorism Financing,Freezes Accounts Of 15 Individuals The Federal Government has designated the Finland-based leader of the Autopilot faction of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Simon Ekpa and 14 other individuals and a business entity as terrorism financiers. The government also designated Lakurawa as a terrorist group.The decision was based on the affected individuals' alleged involvement in funding and supporting terrorist activities. The declaration followed the meeting of the Nigeria Sanctions Committee, a body led by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, which…
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