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Nov

2024

The Shocking Truth: ‘Free Education’ Then Vs Truly Free Education Now! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance

The Shocking Truth: 'Free Education' Then vs Truly Free Education Now! The PDP-led Abia administration from 1999 to 2023 had some notable achievements in education, but let's not sugarcoat the failures. The free basic education policy did increase access to education, leading to higher enrollment rates. However, the quality of education was severely lacking due to poor funding, inadequate resources, and low teacher morale. Infrastructure development was another area of focus, with the construction and renovation of schools, as well as the provision of basic facilities. But, let's be real, these efforts were often marred by corruption, mismanagement, and a…

Nov

2024

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High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet In Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia

Abia North, Abia State, Health, News Flash

High Chief Rachel Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet in Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia Enyioma Hon. High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju (FOUNDER/GLOBAL PRESIDENT OF ENYIOMA OHAFIA INTERNATIONAL LADIES ASSOCIATION; AKANEMEPURU OHA 1 OF AMAEKPU OHAFIA, OMEREOHA UGWUONYIRIEGBE, ADA EJI EJE MBA 1 OF IGBERE) , GOLDEN MOTHER, saw the dilapidated State of the public toilet and championed the reconstruction to a modern public toilet to the delight of the entire Mgbagha Ebem Community. Hon. Eme Iro Eme, Deputy Mayor of Ohafia LGA, has commissioned the renovated public toilet in Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia…

Nov

2024

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ATTTV: NEWS REVIEW IN IGBO – By Onyemaobi Emetu

Abia State, Good Governance, News Review In Igbo

Nov

2024

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Abia State Government Hands Over Cheques To Widows Of Slain Security Personnel

Abia State, Empowerment, Good Governance, News Flash

ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT HANDS OVER CHEQUES TO WIDOWS OF SLAIN SECURITY PERSONNEL. The Abia State government says it will continue to make the welfare of the families of security personnel who died in active service in the state a top priority. The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba who stated this at Government House Umuahia, while handing over cheques to the deceased spouses, said the money is solely to cater for the educational needs of their children. Pastor Ajagba also explained that the gesture is in fulfillment of Governor Alex Otti's promise to the bereaved families when…

Nov

2024

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Mayor Of Ohafia LGA Urge Citizens To Consider A Major Shift In Strategy That Will Sustain Demand For Goods And Services – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

Fellow Ohafia sons and daughters, esteemed business leaders, and industry titans of our great community, I, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, Mayor of Ohafia Local Government, issue this heartfelt appeal to you today. As we strive for economic growth and development in our beloved Ohafia, I urge you to consider a crucial shift in strategy. Rather than establishing firms or companies first and then struggling to meet demand, let us join forces to develop a thriving market that sustains demand for our goods and services. This approach is not just a reversal of the usual order; it's a recipe for success.…

Nov

2024

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Common Man’s Concerns: Surviving Today, Shaping Tomorrow – The Practical And Political Pursuits Of Abia’s Citizens – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash

Common Man's Concerns: Surviving today, shaping tomorrow - the practical and political pursuits of Abia's citizens. As I stepped into Ohafia, the vibrant Igbo culture enveloped me. I was there prior to the recently concluded local government elections to research voters on the streets. The warmth of the people made me feel right at home. The ancestral capital, stood proudly, its history woven into the fabric of the town. I walked through the bustling Amavo central market, where locals traded goods and shared stories. The air was thick with the smell of yams, cassava, and melons, fresh from the nearby…

Nov

2024

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Nominations/Recommendations Continue For Igbo Great Achievers Awards

News Flash, People & Events, Personality

NOMINATIONS/RECOMMENDATIONS CONTINUE FOR IGBO GREAT ACHIEVERS AWARDS: In anticipation of this year’s Awards, the Alaigbo Achievers Legacy, in collaboration with the United Igbo Elders Council, Worldwide has constituted Committees from various parts of the Igbo society, to put processes in motion for the success of this year’s award ceremonies at a day and venue to be announced soon. The Committees include a 21 Man Planning Sub-committee headed by Justice Alpha Ikpeama the Director General of AlaIgbo Achievers Legacy. It will make all necessary arrangements including logistics for the success of the ceremony at a day & venue to be announced…

Nov

2024

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UK Announces 45,000 Seasonal Worker Visas For 2025

Foreign Affairs, News Flash

UK Announces 45,000 Seasonal Worker Visas For 2025 The UK government has announced plans to issue 45,000 seasonal worker visas in 2025. This initiative aims to support the nation’s food production by ensuring sufficient workforce availability during peak demand periods hereby addressing labour shortages in its agricultural and poultry sectors, The seasonal worker visa scheme is intended to provide a temporary labour force for essential roles in food production. Additionally, 2,000 visas will be granted to poultry workers for processing tasks between October and December. This allocation, reports inform, is part of a broader strategy to provide businesses with the…

Nov

2024

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Oshiomole’s Son, Others Appointed By The Newly Sworn In Edo Governor Okpebholo

News Flash, Politics

Gov. Okpebholo Appoints Oshiomole’s Son, Others Into Cabinet The newly sworn-in governor of Edo state, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has made more appointments to his cabinet. Okpebholo has named Barrister Musa Ikhilor as the Secretary to the State Government (SGG). This move comes hours after Okpebholo assumed office on Tuesday and a day after appointing Fred Itua as his Chief Press Secretary. Dr. Samson Osagie, a former federal lawmaker, has also been nominated as the State’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice. Meanwhile, Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole, son of former Governor Adams Oshiomhole, has been nominated as Health Commissioner. The senior Oshiomhole is…

Nov

2024

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The Level Of Corruption In The Power Sector Will Make You Cry – EFCC Chairman, Olukoyede

Abuja, Crime, News Flash, Power & Energy

Things We Discovered In Power Sector Will Make You Cry – Olukoyede, EFCC Chairman The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has said the level of corruption in the power sector would make people cry. He put it this way: “As we speak, we are grappling with electricity. If you see some of the investigations we are carrying out within the power sector, you will shed tears. “People were awarded contracts to supply electricity equipment. Instead of using what they call 9.0 guage, they will go and buy 5.0. Every time you see the…