Abia State

Mar
09
2025
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ABIA Included As FGN Approves Construction Of Three New Refineries

ABIA Included As FGN Approves Construction Of Three New Refineries

Abia State, FGN, News Flash, Oil & Gas
ABIA Included As FGN Approves Construction Of Three New Refineries The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has announced the approval of licences for the construction of three new refineries. The NMDPRA, in a post on its official X handle on Friday, said the new facilities will add 140,000 barrels per day to Nigeria’s domestic refining capacity. It was noted that a 100,000 bpd refinery license was granted to Eghudu Refinery Ltd in Edo State, and a 30,000 bpd refinery license was granted to MB Refinery and Petrochemicals Company Ltd in Delta State. The third…
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Mar
09
2025
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Abia’s Transformation: Governor Otti’s Financial Engineering And Project Funding – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia’s Transformation: Governor Otti’s Financial Engineering And Project Funding – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
Abia's Transformation: Governor Otti's Financial Engineering and Project Funding Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Before his election as Governor of Abia State, Governor Alex Otti prepared himself for the daunting task of rebuilding a state that had been ravaged by years of neglect and mismanagement. He articulated a strategic plan for funding a massive transformation that would revolutionize all sectors and reposition the state on the path of growth and economic prosperity. This plan was born out of his deep understanding of the state's challenges and his determination to make a positive impact on the lives of Abians. Governor Otti's project funding…
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Mar
09
2025
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A Thousand Words: Abia’s Symphony Of Progress Under Governor Alex Otti – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Thousand Words: Abia’s Symphony Of Progress Under Governor Alex Otti – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
A Thousand Words: Abia’s Symphony of Progress Under Governor Alex Otti In the heart of Nigeria’s South-East, Abia State hums with the rhythm of transformation, its narrative rewoven by Governor Alex Otti’s visionary brushstrokes. From infrastructural renaissance to diplomatic forays, the state emerges as a tapestry of ambition, each thread a testament to governance reimagined. Academic Ascent: ABSU Law Faculty’s New DawnBy June 2025, the halls of justice will echo anew in Uturu as the Abia State University Law Faculty relocates, its delayed migration now fortified by infrastructural and academic upgrades. The Abia government, meticulous in its resolve, has turned…
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Mar
08
2025
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Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Celebrates International Women’s Day With The Wife Of Executive Governor Of ABIA State, Her Excellency, Mrs Priscilla C. Otti

Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu Celebrates International Women’s Day With The Wife Of Executive Governor Of ABIA State, Her Excellency, Mrs Priscilla C. Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, International, News Flash, People & Events, Politics, Women Affairs
OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA OJUU KALU CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY WITH THE WIFE OF EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF ABIA STATE, HER EXCELLENCY, MRS PRISCILLA C. OTTI. "Today, as we celebrate International Women's Day, I am honored to stand alongside Her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Chioma Otti, and women from all walks of life in Abia State. As the Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA, I recognize the pivotal role women play in shaping our communities and driving progress. We celebrate the trailblazers who have paved the way for future generations, the unsung heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes, and the leaders…
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Mar
08
2025
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Port Harcourt Road To Be Commissioned By May 29th As Gov. Otti Explains Why He Operates From Private Residence

Port Harcourt Road To Be Commissioned By May 29th As Gov. Otti Explains Why He Operates From Private Residence

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
PORT HARCOURT ROAD TO BE COMMISSIONED BY MAY 29TH AS GOV. OTTI EXPLAINS WHY HE OPERATES FROM PRIVATE RESIDENCE. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says the ongoing reconstruction and expansion of Port Harcourt road, Aba being handled by Julius Berger Construction Company will be completed and ready for commissioning by 29th May this year. Governor Otti disclosed this while speaking at the monthly media briefing tagged "Governor Otti Speaks to Abians". He reiterated his administration's commitment to driving massive infrastructural development, saying that his Government is in a hurry to transform all sectors of the State's economy. "We don't…
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Mar
08
2025
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X-Raying Governor Otti’s Economic Transformation Agenda For ABIA State – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

X-Raying Governor Otti’s Economic Transformation Agenda For ABIA State – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Abia State, Economy, Good Governance
X-raying Governor Otti's Economic Transformation Agenda for Abia State Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Upon his inauguration as Governor of Abia State, Governor Alex Otti unveiled an economic roadmap aimed at unlocking the economic potential and investment opportunities in the State. This roadmap has been instrumental in guiding his administration's efforts to restore Aba to its former glory as a thriving commercial center. With a clear vision to reposition Abia State as a hub for trade, commerce, and industry, Governor Otti has been working tirelessly to create an enabling environment for businesses to thrive. To achieve this, Governor Otti ensured that Aba…
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Mar
08
2025
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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: NAOS VP Comr. Urenwa Olugu To Visit Indigent Women Of Elu Ohafia Today.

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: NAOS VP Comr. Urenwa Olugu To Visit Indigent Women Of Elu Ohafia Today.

Abia North, Abia State, Empowerment, Humanitarian, Philanthropy
Celebrating International Women's Day 2025In commemoration of International Women's Day 2025, The Vice President National Association of Ohafia Students Worldwide, Comr. Favour Urenwa Olugu, will be visiting the indigent women of Elu Ohafia today. This heartfelt gesture is a testament to her unwavering commitment to empowering and supporting the womenfolk. Show Your SupportAs part of this initiative, we invite you to join forces with us by donating gently used clothes, food items, and other essential goods. Your generosity will go a long way in making a meaningful difference in the lives of these remarkable women. Event Details Date: Saturday, 8/3/2025…
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Mar
08
2025
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Harvesting Change: How Innovation Is Reshaping Abia’s Farms – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Harvesting Change: How Innovation Is Reshaping Abia’s Farms – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Agriculture, Columns/Opinions/Letters
Harvesting Change: How Innovation is Reshaping Abia’s Farms In the heart of southeastern Nigeria, where lush green fields stretch beneath the hum of cicadas, Abia State is redefining what it means to farm. For generations, agriculture here has been synonymous with tradition—manual labor, rain-fed crops, and cycles of plenty and scarcity. But today, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Farmers like 58-year-old Ifeanyi Nwosu, who once relied solely on inherited wisdom, now balance ancestral knowledge with smartphone alerts about soil pH levels and drone-mapped planting grids. This fusion of old and new is not just transforming yields; it’s rewriting Abia’s agricultural…
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Mar
07
2025
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Abia State Police Command Arrest Suspect For Unlawful Possession And Recovery Of Firearms

Abia State Police Command Arrest Suspect For Unlawful Possession And Recovery Of Firearms

Abia State, Crime, News Flash, Police Force
PRESS RELEASE07/03/2025 Arrest of Suspect for Unlawful Possession & Recovery of Firearms Suspect:Chidozie Humble (Male)21 yrs, a 300-level student, Department of Animal Breeding and Physiology, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) Exhibits Recovered:Three (3) locally made pistolsand One (1) English CZECH SCORPION pistol On 05/03/2025, at about 10:50hrs, detectives from the Serious Crime Investigation Squad (SCISSORS), Abia State Command, leveraging on credible intelligence, apprehended Chidozie Humble in his room at Royal Heritage Lodge, Umudike, Ikwuano LGA. During the operation, officers recovered three (3) locally made pistols and one (1) English CZECH SCORPION pistol. The Command is committed to ensuring…
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Mar
07
2025
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Re: Abduction Of Chief Obasi Lawson: ABIA State Police Command Commenced Investigation

Re: Abduction Of Chief Obasi Lawson: ABIA State Police Command Commenced Investigation

Abia State, News Flash, Police Force, Security
Press Release 07/03/2025 Re: Abduction Of Chief Obasi Lawson: Abia State Police Command Commenced Investigation 1 On 04/03/2025 at about 21:30 hrs we received a report from Sergeant Judge Gubi that ASP Tanko Natip, Inspector Ernest and himself from Special Protection Unit (SPU) Base 6, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, who were attached as escorts to Chief Obasi Lawson, traveled to Arochukwu. 2 At about 13:00 hours, while returning to Port Harcourt through Azumini Ndoki, Ukwa East Local Government Area, they were ambushed at Mkap Jekere Ndoki around 19:00 hours. An unknown dark blue Sienna vehicle carrying unidentified gunmen double-crossed them…
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