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Nov

2024

Development And A New Philosophy Of Leadership: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The Swearing In Of The 17 Election Mayors/Deputies In ABIA State

Development and a New Philosophy of Leadership Being the Text of a Speech by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the Swearing in of the 17 Elected Mayors/Deputies in Abia State at the Banquet Hall Umuahia on Monday, November 04, 2024. Protocols The foundation of leadership excellence is in the ability to understand and respond progressively to the needs of the people for no leader succeeds by accident, luck or because of their good intentions alone. History has demonstrated again and again that leaders who rise to the demands of the times appreciate the scope of the responsibilities before them…

Nov

2024

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Governor Otti Inaugurates The Elected 17 Local Government Chairmen (Mayors) And Their Deputies

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

BREAKING NEWS: GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI INAUGURATES THE ELECTED 17 LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMEN (MAYORS) AND THEIR DEPUTIES. The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti inaugurated the Newly Elected Executive Chairmen (Mayor) of the 17 Local Government Areas of Abia State and their Deputies at the Banquet Hall of Abia State Government House. Governor Otti was joined by his Wife and the First Lady of the State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Otti. The Oath of Office and Allegiance was administered by the State Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice, Paul Ogubunka Esq. The inauguration ceremony was…

Nov

2024

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Rivers State Crisis Is All About Resources Control – Governor Fubara

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Resources Control Behind Rivers State Crisis – Gov Fubara Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has revealed and insisted that the current political crisis rocking the state is for the sole control of the state resources. This is as the governor assured Rivers people that he will continue to utilise the state resources judiciously for the betterment and overall interest of the people. Fubara made the revelation while addressing the congregation of Omega Power Ministries, Worldwide during the 51st Birthday of the General Overseer, Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, and the 18th Anniversary of the church at the headquarters, Mbodo, Aluu in Ikwerre…

Nov

2024

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NASU, SSANU Suspend Strike Action

Education, FGN, News Flash

NASU, SSANU Suspend Strike Action The Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Allied and Education Institutions (NASU) on Saturday suspended their strike actions after a brief meeting with the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu in Abuja. A press statement signed by Comrade Peters Adeyemi, General Secretary NASU and Spokesman of Joint Action Committee of SSANU and NASU (JAC) on Saturday and made available to journalists in Abuja, in full read: “The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Education and Associated Institutions (NASU) and Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities…

Nov

2024

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Dangote Refinery Succumbs To Pressure, Discloses New Petrol Prices

Economy, Business, News Flash

Dangote Refinery Succumbs To Pressure, Discloses New Petrol Prices Dangote Refinery has disclosed the price of its petrol, saying that it sells at N990 per litre in trucks and N960 per litre into ships. The disclosure follows the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) claim of importing the products at cheaper rates compared to that of Dangote. The marketers had in an earlier interview claimed that they are buying at cheaper rates abroad while calling on Dangote Refinery to engage stakeholders. But in its reaction, the refinery said that…

Nov

2024

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2024 American Presidential Election – One Of Donald Trump’s Presidential Campaign Speech Entitled: The World Read My Story.

Foreign Affairs, Politics, World News

2024 AMERICAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION-ONE OF DONALD TRUMP'S PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN SPEECHENTITLED:THE WORLD READ MY STORY. My name is Donald John Trump. I was born on the 14th of June in 1947.. Throughout my life, I was a business man and real estate developer who has employed a lot of Americans before I decided to run for the seat of American presidency in 2016. For the past years before I became the president, I have watched how the Democrats, Obama&Biden ruined the pride of America and almost destroyed the world. I saw how Obama&Biden destroyed Lybia by killing Gadaaffi and ruined that…

Nov

2024

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Healthy ABIA, Happy People – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health, News Flash

Healthy Abia, Happy People Abia State, located in the southeastern region of Nigeria, is poised for growth and development under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti. With a comprehensive framework for healthy and vibrant population management, the state aims to improve the quality of life for its citizens through effective management, ensuring they are healthy, educated, and economically empowered. Vision for a Brighter Future The state's vision is built on five key objectives: improving healthcare access and outcomes, enhancing education and skills development, promoting economic growth and job creation, fostering social cohesion and community engagement, and ensuring environmental sustainability. To…

Nov

2024

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The Eleanya Model: A Panacea For Sustainable Economic Development In Ohafia LGA – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

The Eleanya Model: A Panacea for Sustainable Economic Development in Ohafia LGA The local government area of Ohafia, situated in Abia State, Nigeria, faces numerous economic challenges that hinder its growth and development. Unemployment, poverty, and limited infrastructure are some of the pressing issues that necessitate a multi-faceted approach. The Eleanya Model, a proposed framework, offers a holistic solution to address these economic difficulties and propel Ohafia LGA towards sustainable development. Ohafia LGA's economy is characterized by stagnation, with limited opportunities for entrepreneurship, agriculture, and industry. The area's rich natural resources remain untapped, and the lack of infrastructure hampers economic…

Nov

2024

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Governor Otti Visits Scene Of Burnt Enyimba FM, Assures Of Government Support To Help Them Return To Business

Abia State, Good Governance, Mishap, News Flash

GOVERNOR OTTI VISITS SCENE OF BURNT ENYIMBA FM, ASSURES OF GOVERNMENT SUPPORT TO HELP THEM RETURN TO BUSINESS. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured the management of Enyimba 94.3 FM, Aba, of the support of the Government to help them quickly get back to business following the fire incident that raised down their station. Governor Otti gave the assurance on Sunday, November 3rd, when he visited the Radio Station located at No 7 Oron Street, Off Aba Owerri Road, Aba, to assess the level of damage after a church service at the Living Faith Church Abayi, Aba.…

Nov

2024

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Peter Obi Host Management Of Ijele Sports Club Led By Barr. Ferdinand Afam Naza At His Onitsha Residence

News Flash, Football, Sports

Yesterday, at my residence in Onitsha I had the pleasure of welcoming the management team of Ijele Sports Club, led by the CEO, Barr. Ferdinand Afam Naza, along with Ezeokoli Blessing Chimezie. Based in the vibrant city of Enugu, Ijele Sports Club is a pioneering multi-sports organisation with a mission to elevate sports in Nigeria using international standards. I learnt that Ijele SC men’s football team is eagerly set to make its debut in the Nigerian National League (NNL) on November 30, 2024. This milestone marks a significant achievement not only for the club but also for Nigerian youths who…