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Nov

05

2024

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Open Door Policy For Development That Matters: Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash

Open Door Policy for Development that Matters: Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu's commitment to maintaining an open door policy in Ohafia Local Government Area is a breath of fresh air. After a remarkable inauguration and an in-depth 49-minute telephone chat, it's clear that his priority is delivering development to the people. Key Drivers of Open Door Policy Transparency and Accountability: By keeping lines of communication open, Chief Ojuu Kalu ensures that the community is informed about ongoing projects and initiatives. Collaboration and Feedback: This approach encourages active participation from residents, allowing them to contribute ideas…

Nov

04

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

02

2024

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Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Unveils New Initiative To Empower Genuine Young Ohafia LGA Entrepreneurs With A Special Seed Capital – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Unveils New Initiative to Empower Genuine Young Ohafia LGA Entrepreneurs with a Special Seed Capital At a special summit style meeting conveyed in his house in Abiriba, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, a renowned advocate for grassroots development in Ohafia LGA, unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to support genuine entrepreneurs from Nkporo, Ohafia, and Abiriba with a special seed capital. The initiative aims to address Ohafia LGA's high unemployment rates and infrastructure gaps, providing both financial backing and mentorship to 3 young business leaders from these communities. Kalu emphasized that while funding is vital, though abused in Nigerian…

Nov

01

2024

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LG Election: Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu’s Campaign Tours To Nkporo, Ohafia And Abiriba Showcase His Unique Leadership Styles – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu's campaign tours to Nkporo, Ohafia, and Abiriba showcase his unique leadership styles. These traits will play a critical role in persuading the state government to make our darling local government a huge construction site, with high completion rates. This will be significant to the people of Ohafia, Abiriba, and Nkporo, as it connects their communities to the wider world on socio-economic terms. We have observed that his leadership style is characterized by: Inspirational Communication: Eleanya is known for his eloquence and ability to inspire others with his speeches and writings. Calm and Composed Decision-Making: Eleanya's thoughtful…

Nov

01

2024

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ABIA State Government Approves Governing Council Of Greater Ohafia Development Agency (GODA)

Abia State, Abia North, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

PRESS RELEASE: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE GREATER OHAFIA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (GODA). Pursuant to the commitment of the present Administration to drive the even and accelerated development of all parts of the State, the Governor, Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR, on Monday, October 28, 2024 signed the Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA) Bill as passed into Law by the State House of Assembly. Speaking shortly after giving his assent to the Bill, the Governor expressed optimism that GODA will serve as a robust institutional vehicle for the rapid socio-economic transformation of the Northern Senatorial District of the State. In a brief ceremony…

Oct

31

2024

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Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Message To Select Young Ohafia LGA Enthusiasts: Leadership, Innovation, And Progress( Live Address, During A 11pm Google Meet Interactive Session)

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Chief Eleanya Kalu's Message to select Young Ohafia LGA enthusiasts: Leadership, Innovation, and Progress (Live Address, during a 11pm Google meet interactive session, October 30, 2024) Fellow citizens, We're living in a transformative era where leaders must navigate complex challenges, foster awareness, and engage informed constituents. The global political landscape demands strong, inspiring leadership that aligns with people's values and aspirations. In this digital age, information spreads rapidly, and social media empowers citizens to hold leaders accountable, demanding authenticity in actions and communications. The approval ratings of global leaders reflect this growing public involvement. Notably, leaders like Narendra Modi, Andrés…

Oct

30

2024

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Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Vision For Ohafia LGA, Focuses On Excellence, Discipline, And Ingenuity To Drive Progress – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Chief Eleanya Kalu's leadership style can be described as a transformational approach, which propelled Singapore from a third-world country to a thriving metropolis in just three decades. Kalu's vision for Ohafia LGA, focuses on excellence, discipline, and ingenuity to drive progress. Key Leadership Traits: Transformational Leadership: Inspiring and motivating team members to achieve more than they thought possible, driving growth and innovation. Decisive Action: Demonstrated by Kalu's swift resolution of challenges, for instance, his 65-minute resolution of a crisis in his place of work. Strategic Vision: Enabling Ohafia LGA to capitalize on its strengths and overcome limitations. Leadership Philosophy: Kalu's…

Oct

29

2024

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Chief Eleanya Kalu: A Master Negotiator – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

Chief Eleanya Kalu: A Master Negotiator Chief Eleanya Kalu's negotiation skills, as observed in Ohafia and Nkporo, are reminiscent of Nelson Mandela's renowned approach. Mandela, deemed "the greatest negotiator of the twentieth century" by Harvard Law School professor Robert H. Mnookin, demonstrated exceptional patience, tenacity, pragmatism, and strategic thinking. These traits enabled him to navigate complex conflicts and achieve remarkable outcomes. Key Negotiation Skills Effective negotiators like Chief Eleanya Kalu and Nelson Mandela possess essential skills, including: Communication: Clearly articulating goals and boundaries while actively listening to others. Emotional Intelligence: Managing emotions to build trust and rapport. Planning: Preparing with…

Oct

28

2024

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Nov.2 LGA Election: Fellow Ohafia LGA People, VOte ZLP For Agricultural Innovation And Total Development Of Our Community – Eleanya-Iro Campaign Organization

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, Politics

"Fellow Ohafia LGA people, As we approach the November 2 LGA elections, I want to emphasize the importance of agricultural innovation and development in our community. As your representative, I will prioritize initiatives that boost our agricultural sector, create jobs, and ensure food security. Inspired by the Netherlands' success in agricultural exports, I envision Ohafia becoming a hub for agricultural excellence in Abia State. We will: Establish farmer training programs, focusing on modern techniques and technology. Provide access to financing and equipment for local farmers. Develop irrigation systems to combat drought and ensure all-year-round farming. Promote agroforestry and regenerative practices…

Oct

28

2024

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Okpotemba of Ohafia felicitates with Chief Harrison Mba Kalu on being conferred with Ugwumba of Ohafia

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, People & Events, Personality

Abia Infrastructure Mandate very heartily felicitate with one of our patrons, Chief Harrison Mba Kalu on the occasion of his conferrement of the Chieftaincy title of 'Ugwumba 1' of Ohafia by the Council of Ohafia Monarchs on the 26th of October, 2024. Chief Harrison, from Akanu Ohafia is a business mogul based in Ghana. One of the leaders of Ghana-Nigerian diaspora, a mega entrepreneur, Nigeria Ghanaian political influencer, Ohafia first citizen in Ghana, member of Ghana-Nigeria chamber of commerce, philanthropist of note, multiple awards of excellence in recognition of his towering contributions to the society. This Chieftaincy award is well…