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Jan
22
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
BREAKING: Better Abia Movement Group holds General meeting aims to expanding Membership, passes Vote of Confidence on Gov Otti Umuahia the capital city witnessed a convergence of the group members of Better Abia Movement where they held their general meeting and New year gathering to familiarize with the new members across Abia. The meeting held at New Eastern Comfort Hotel Umuahia witnessed the presence of many Abia voters and business owners including personalities like the MD CEO Mela Concepts Aba, State Youth Leader OHANAEZE NDI IGBO Abia State chapter, medical, Legal and notable Public administrators & professionals who graced the…
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Jan
22
2025
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We Must Sustain The Development Momentum Of Dr. Alex Otti OFR – Engr. Odum Charges Town Planners

We Must Sustain The Development Momentum Of Dr. Alex Otti OFR – Engr. Odum Charges Town Planners

Abia State, Abia North, Ohafia LGA
WE MUST SUSTAIN THE DEVELOPMENT MOMENTUM OF DR. ALEX OTTI — ENGR. ODUM CHARGES TOWN PLANNERS The Director General of Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA), Engr. Obinna Odum, has, in line with the directives of the Executive Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, mandated all developers operating within Abia North to obtain their Abia State Social Identification Number (ABSSIN). He gave this mandate earlier today during a top management meeting of the Greater Ohafia Development Authority, comprising the five local governments of Abia North: Arochukwu, Ohafia, Bende, Umunneochi, and Isuikwuato. This measure, according to Engr. Odum, is a part of the…
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Jan
22
2025
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Nigeria’s AI Market: Projected To Reach $644.4 Million By 2025 – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Nigeria’s AI Market: Projected To Reach $644.4 Million By 2025 – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Information Technology
Nigeria's AI Market: Projected to Reach $644.4 Million by 2025 We have reliably learnt that Governor Otti has set up a private think tank to study the global mainstreaming of AI infrastructure which is becoming a pressing priority for nations worldwide. This is so because the concept of "sovereign AI" has emerged, emphasizing the importance of countries developing their own AI capabilities, using their own data, workforce, and business networks.¹ This shift is driven by the growing recognition of AI's transformative potential and the need for countries to maintain control over their sensitive data and AI systems. He believes that…
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Jan
22
2025
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Revolutionizing Abia’s Digital Landscap: Governor Otti’s Visionary Leadership – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Revolutionizing Abia’s Digital Landscap: Governor Otti’s Visionary Leadership – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Revolutionizing Abia's Digital Landscape: Governor Otti's Visionary Leadership Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR's administration is pioneering the deployment of fibre optic infrastructure in Abia State, a strategic move to improve mobile network connectivity. This initiative is part of the state government's efforts to deploy fibre optic and internet connectivity across the 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state, made possible through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with WIOCC, a renowned ICT and Broadband Technology Company. The project is expected to have a profound impact on Abia State's socio-economic development. With the deployment of metropolitan optic fibre…
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Jan
22
2025
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Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages

Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics
Nnamdi Kanu Files Suit Against Bashir Ahmad For Terrorism Defamation, Seeks N100Billion In Damages The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a suit before the High Court of Enugu State against Bashir Ahmad, the former Special Assistant on Digital Communication to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, for terrorism defamation. Kanu, who filed the suit through his legal team led by his Special Counsel, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, in his statement of claim, said on or about January 19, 2025, Ahmad defamed and libeled him by his utterances, published on X App (formerly Twitter). He said Ahmad’s…
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Jan
22
2025
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Okonjo-Iweala Speaks Amid Trump Tariff Threats

Okonjo-Iweala Speaks Amid Trump Tariff Threats

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Foreign Affairs, World News
Okonjo-Iweala Speaks Amid Trump Tariff Threats Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has called for calm over tariff threats by United States (US) President Donald Trump. On Monday, after his presidential inauguration, Trump threatened to impose 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada for failing to meet US immigration standards by February 1. At the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Okonjo-Iweala addressed the development during a panel discussion held on Tuesday. Okonjo-Iweala advised WTO members to observe actual policy implementations before reacting, saying calmness is necessary during uncertain developments. “I’m concerned, but you can…
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Jan
21
2025
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FG Approves Licence For 10,000 Barrels Per Day Refinery In Delta State

FG Approves Licence For 10,000 Barrels Per Day Refinery In Delta State

Business, FGN, News Flash, Oil & Gas
FG Approves Licence For 10,000 Barrels Per Day Refinery In Delta State The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has announced the approval of a licence for the construction of a new refinery. The approval was given to MRO Energy Limited, an energy company for the construction of a 10,000 Barrels Per Stream Day Refinery at Imode In Ughelli, Delta State, This development comes two months after the authority granted a license to Process Design and Development Limited to establish and construct a new 27,000 barrels per day refinery located in Dole-Wure, Akko area of…
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Jan
21
2025
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Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola MBA Recently Decorated With The Title Of OCHE AKU 1 By His Royal Highness, Eziogo Uduma Obuba Kalu

Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola MBA Recently Decorated With The Title Of OCHE AKU 1 By His Royal Highness, Eziogo Uduma Obuba Kalu

Abia State, Arts And Culture, News Flash
We gather to celebrate an icon, a woman of exceptional distinction, Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola Mba, who has left an indelible mark on the banking sector. Recently, His Royal Highness, Ezieogo Uduma Obuba Kalu Ezieogo of Amaekpu Ohafia, bestowed upon her the esteemed title of OCHE AKU 1, in recognition of her outstanding performance, exemplary leadership, and tireless dedication to excellence. As a seasoned banker, Ngozi has consistently demonstrated a unique ability to solve complex problems, providing innovative solutions that have endeared her to customers and colleagues alike. Her commitment to ensuring that every customer leaves the bank with a smile…
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Jan
21
2025
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The Economics Of America’s Full Withdrawal From WHO: A New Era Of Global Health Leadership And Economic Growth – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Economics Of America’s Full Withdrawal From WHO: A New Era Of Global Health Leadership And Economic Growth – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, World News
The Economics of America's Full Withdrawal from WHO: A New Era of Global Health Leadership and Economic Growth The United States' decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) marks a significant shift in the global health landscape. As the largest contributor to the WHO, accounting for approximately 15% of the organization's budget, the US withdrawal is expected to have far-reaching economic and health implications. According to the WHO's 2020-2021 budget, the US contributed $893 million, with a significant portion of these funds supporting global health programs, research, and development. Despite the potential challenges, the US withdrawal from the…
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