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Jun
13
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ikenna Distributes More Fertilizers To Women In Ohafia Communities

Ikenna Distributes More Fertilizers To Women In Ohafia Communities

Abia State, Abia North, Humanitarian, Philanthropy
IKENNA DISTRIBUTES MORE FERTILIZERS TO WOMEN IN OHAFIA COMMUNITIES Still in demonstration of his commitment to supporting local farmers, particularly women, the founder of IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa through his representatives, yesterday distributed both liquid and solid fertilizers to women in Amuma, Eziafor and Ibina Ohafia in Ohafia LGA of Abia State. The initiative to distribute fertilizers to women in Amuma, Eziafor, and Ibina in Ohafia is aimed to boost agricultural productivity by increasingcrop yields and enhancing livelihoods for women farmers. The benefitting women in the various communities who were visibly elated thanked Chief Ikenna…
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Jun
12
2025
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Glamour, Razmatazz As Abiriba Community Hosts Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR In A Grand Reception Ceremony In Enyimba Township Stadium Aba

Glamour, Razmatazz As Abiriba Community Hosts Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR In A Grand Reception Ceremony In Enyimba Township Stadium Aba

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Politics
ABIRIBA COMMUNAL IMPROVEMENT UNION (ACIU) GRAND CIVIC RECEPTION CEREMONY, ABA. The Grand Civic Reception Ceremony held at the Enyimba Township Stadium, Aba, marked a momentous occasion as the Abiriba Community and the Executive Mayor of Ohafia Local Government Area, Chief Eleanya Kalu Kalu, formally welcomed the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. The event drew a large crowd of dignitaries, traditional rulers, community leaders, and all Abiribarians within the state, reflecting the immense support and admiration for the Governor's leadership in Abia State In his address, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu commended Governor Otti for…
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Jun
11
2025
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Trapped In The Cracks: Abia’s Forgotten Families Amidst Progress – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Trapped In The Cracks: Abia’s Forgotten Families Amidst Progress – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Trapped in the Cracks: Abia's Forgotten Families Amidst Progress The scent of roasted plantain mingles with diesel fumes on Udeagbala Road—a street reborn under the infrastructure blitz. For Madam Chioma, whose grill station now sits safely above storm drains, this is liberation. Yet three kilometers away in Ndiegoro Waterside, Elder Gideon Okoro wades through sewage to reach his single-room home. "They fixed the city’s face," he mutters, "but forgot its bowels." This stark duality defines Abia’s poverty landscape: visible progress for some, perpetual abandonment for others. The Anatomy of Abandonment: Neighborhood Case StudiesNdiegoro Waterside, Aba SouthConditions include open sewage channels,…
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Jun
06
2025
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Promise Made, Promise Kept As Contractor Completes The Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Arochukwu, Attracted By Ikenna Ukwa

Promise Made, Promise Kept As Contractor Completes The Installation Of Solar Powered Street Lights In Arochukwu, Attracted By Ikenna Ukwa

Abia North, Abia State, Infrastructure, News Flash
PROMISE MADE, PROMISE KEPT AS CONTRACTOR COMPLETES THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR POWERED STREET LIGHTS IN AROCHUKWU, ATTRACTED BY IKENNA UKWA Today, Thursday 5th June 2025, the contractor handling the installation of solar powered street lights in Obinkita Arochukwu, in Arochukwu LGA of Abia State, Kaplan Consults limited, attracted by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa through the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC has completed the project. The solar-powered street lights project which is part of the NDDC's efforts to improve infrastructure and enhance safety in the region covers the Akama New Market and Timber road, the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Obinkita axis…
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Jun
03
2025
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If Nigeria Does Not Borrow, The Economy Will Collapse – Orji Uzor Kalu

If Nigeria Does Not Borrow, The Economy Will Collapse – Orji Uzor Kalu

Abia North, Economy, FGN, News Flash, Politics
If Nigeria Does Not Borrow, The Economy Will Collapse – Orji Kalu Orji Kalu, senator representing Abia north, says the Nigerian economy is at risk of collapse if the country does not continue to borrow. Kalu, a former governor of Abia state, spoke on Monday during an interview on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme. “Let me tell you, if this economy does not borrow, it collapse. That’s the truth. That’s where we are,” he said. Kalu said he is not a member of the committee that scrutinises loan requests but insisted that such borrowing is necessary for economic survival.…
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Jun
03
2025
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I Never Benefitted Anything As ABIA Governor – Orji Uzor Kalu

I Never Benefitted Anything As ABIA Governor – Orji Uzor Kalu

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Politics
I Never Benefitted Anything As Abia Governor – Orji Uzor Kalu Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, a senator representing Abia North in the 10th National Assembly has said holding public office has cost him more than it has benefited him. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, on Monday, June 2, Kalu revealed that he used personal resources to run the State as Governor from 1999-2007 and continues to fund his legislative duties. He emphasised that instead of gaining from public office, his personal sacrifices have taken a toll on his finances and business interests. Kalu said: “I spent…
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Jun
02
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Shows Solidarity As Deputy Speaker Empowers & Launches Renewed Hope Partners Members In Bende

Ikenna Ukwa Shows Solidarity As Deputy Speaker Empowers & Launches Renewed Hope Partners Members In Bende

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Politics
IKENNA UKWA SHOWS SOLIDARITY AS DEPUTY SPEAKER EMPOWERS & LAUNCHES RENEWED HOPE PARTNERS MEMBERS IN BENDE The Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa yesterday showed solidarity by mobilizing members of his pro-group, IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP to Bende LGA in Abia State as the member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu empowers and launches over 20,000 Renewed Hope Partners Members in Abia. Recall that Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa had earlier on Saturday 31st May 2025 led APC stakeholders from Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs to…
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Jun
01
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Leads Arochukwu/Ohafia APC Stakeholders In Appreciation Visit To Reps Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu

Ikenna Ukwa Leads Arochukwu/Ohafia APC Stakeholders In Appreciation Visit To Reps Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu

Abia North, Abia State, National Assembly, People & Events, Personality, Politics
IKENNA UKWA LEADS APC STAKEHOLDERS FROM AROCHUKWU & OHAFIA LGAs FOR AN APPRECIATION VISIT TO DEPUTY SPEAKER, BEN KALU Today Saturday 31st May 2025, the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , led some APC stakeholders from Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs for an appreciation visit to the member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu in his country home, Bende LGA of Abia State. In his introduction speech, High Chief Uche Ogboso said they came to present Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa to him, as their son, in…
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May
30
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Hosts ABIA State APC As Party Exco Extols His Giant Strides In Projecting & Unifying Party Members Across The State

Ikenna Ukwa Hosts ABIA State APC As Party Exco Extols His Giant Strides In Projecting & Unifying Party Members Across The State

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, People & Events, Personality, Philanthropy
IKENNA UKWA HOSTS ABIA STATE APC EXECUTIVE MEMBERS …As Party Excos Extols His Giant Strides in Projecting & Unifying The Party Members Across The State The Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa today led some APC stakeholders from Ohafia LGA to an enlarged meeting of the Abia State Executive members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, which he hosted in the party State Secretariat, Umuahia, Abia State. The meeting between Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa and the executive members of the APC in Abia State availed the party leaders the opportunity to express their appreciation…
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May
28
2025
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Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Celebrates Children’s Day

Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Celebrates Children’s Day

Abia North, Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, People & Events
OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA OJUU KALU CELEBRATES CHILDREN'S DAY The Ohafia Local Government Council Headquarters, Ebem Ohafia, came alive with vibrant colors and joyful sounds as the Executive Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, joined teachers, pupils, and students across Ohafia LGA to celebrate this year’s Children’s Day. The event was marked by a rich display of social and cultural activities, showcasing the diverse heritage and talents of the children. Pupils and students from various schools across the LGA participated in traditional dances, drama presentations, Ohafia War dance, and musical performances. These activities highlighted the cultural pride and creativity of…
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