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Nov

2024

Trivializing Opposition Politics: Criticizing Gov. Otti For Sleeping In The Night And Waking Up In The Morning – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

TRIVIALISING OPPOSITION POLITICS: Criticising Gov. Otti for Sleeping in the Night and Waking up in the Morning. Few days ago, the motorcade conveying the remains of the First Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, OON, made a brief stop at Umuahia, the Abia State Capital for a commendation Inter-denominational service. The venue was at International Conference Centre, Umuahia built during the tenure of Dr. T. A. Orji as the Executive Governor of Abia State and renamed Ochendo International Conference Centre by the immediate past Governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu. On the same stage, the Executive Governor…

Nov

2024

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ABSG Vows To Prosecute Pension Fraud Syndicates, Directs Correction Of Errors In Payment Of Minimum Wage

Abia State, Crime, Good Governance, News Flash

ABSG VOWS TO PROSECUTE PENSION FRAUD SYNDICATES, DIRECTS CORRECTION OF ERRORS IN PAYMENT OF MINIMUM WAGE. Abia State Government has vowed to prosecute all those civil servants suspected to be involved in the pension fund fraud scheme recently. Governor Alex Otti made this public while speaking at Government House, Umuahia during the monthly media chat tagged "Dr Alex Otti Speaks to Abians". He said that the government would continue with its efforts to sanitize the civil service and stressed that tolerance for corruption is zero. The Governor disclosed that once his government got convincing information of the pension fraud syndicate,…

Nov

2024

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Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration With PCRC To Enhance Community Security

Abia State, Crime, News Flash, Security

Abia State Police Command Strengthens Collaboration with PCRC to Enhance Community Security Today, 7/11/2024 The Commissioner of Police Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, met with the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), led by the state Chairman Chief Iheanyi Igboañulam (Kpakpando Ndigbo Dum), at the Command Headquarters. CP Danladi emphasized the importance of community policing, and encouraged ongoing partnership between PCRC and the police. He assured that officers have been strategically placed to address security concerns of the state, and urged the reporting of crimes without bias. He further highlighted that all complaints should be directed appropriately. PCRC members expressed…

Nov

2024

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No Shop Owner Will Lose His/Her Shop In The Ongoing Remodeling Of Ariaria International Market, Ekeoma Market And Others – Governor Otti Assures

Abia State, Business, Good Governance, News Flash

NO SHOP OWNER WILL LOSE HIS/HER SHOP IN THE ONGOING REMODELING OF ARIARIA INTERNATIONAL MARKET, EKEOHA MARKET AND OTHERS, GOVERNOR OTTI ASSURES. Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured that no shop owner in the A-line section of the Ariaria International Market and Ekeoha Market undergoing remodeling will lose his/her shop when the shops will be reallocated on completion. The Governor gave the assurance on Wednesday Nov. 5th, when he received in audience a delegation of the National Association of Nigeria Traders (NANs) in his office. According to Governor Otti, every shop owner should be given right of…

Nov

2024

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Governor Otti And The Cry Of The Common Man – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Governor Otti and the Cry of the Common Man The concept of the "Common Man" is deeply rooted in American history, particularly during the presidency of Andrew Jackson. Jackson's humble beginnings, rising from poverty to becoming the seventh President of the United States, resonated with many Americans who saw him as one of their own. A brief history of the term - Common Man This term became mainstream in 1829, and marked a significant shift in American politics. Jackson's presidency was characterized by his commitment to democratic ideals, prioritizing the interests of the common people over those of the wealthy…

Nov

2024

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Ogbonnaya Onu: A Legacy That Cannot Be Eclipsed By The Misery Of Death – Being The Text Of Gov. Otti’s Tribute At The Commendation Service In Honour Of Dr. Christopher Ogbonnaya Onu, CON, Former Governor Of ABIA State

Abia State, News Flash, Obituary

OGBONNAYA ONU: A LEGACY THAT CANNOT BE ECLIPSED BY THE MISERY OF DEATH Being the Text of a Tribute Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the Commendation Service Held in Honour of Dr Christopher Ogbonnaya Onu, CON, former Governor of Abia State, at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia on Thursday, November 7, 2024 Protocol We have gathered this morning as a State to celebrate the life and times of our former Governor, His Excellency, Dr Christopher Ogbonnaya Onu, CON, whose sad demise in April this year created a social and political void that will be very difficult to…

Nov

2024

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Aka Ikenga Set To Mobilize Members To Invest In ABIA, Commends Governor Otti For His Transformative Leadership

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

AKA IKENGA SET TO MOBILIZE MEMBERS TO INVEST IN ABIA, COMMENDS GOVERNOR OTTI FOR HIS TRANSFORMATIVE LEADERSHIP. Aka Ikenga, a think-thank group of Igbo intelligentsia and professional has commended Governor Alex Otti, OFR, for his transformative leadership in Abia State, stating their intensions and readiness to mobilize their members worldwide to invest in Abia State. The group, led by their President, Agbalanze Dr. Chike Madueke gave their commendation on Tuesday, 5th November when they paid a working visit to Governor Otti at his Umuehim Nvosi country home in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government. During the visit, Aka Ikenga outlined their…

Nov

2024

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The Power Of Moderates: Understanding The Silent Majority’s Influence In Elections – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

The recent US election has been a surprise to many, with polls predicting a tight race and potential litigation, but instead, we saw a decisive outcome. The US stock exchange has also rallied, surpassing levels seen eight years ago. This echoes the sentiment in Abia State, where Governor Alex Otti's administration has promised a "golden era of prosperity". Interestingly, we can draw parallels between Governor Otti and President Donald Trump, highlighting the silent majority backing them. This demographic played a crucial role in Trump's 2016 victory and may have contributed to Governor Otti's success in Abia State. The concept of…

Nov

2024

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Apostle Chibuzo Chinyere Leads Investors To Meet Governor Otti, Names Investment Target Areas In ABIA State

Abia State, Business, Economy, Good Governance

APOSTLE CHIBUZO CHINYERE LEADS INVESTORS TO MEET GOVERNOR OTTI, NAMES INVESTMENT TARGET AREAS IN ABIA STATE. The General Overseer of Omega Power Ministry (OPM) and Traditional Ruler of Ohanko Ndoki Community, Ukwa East LGA, Apostle Chibuzo Chinyere led a team of investors to discuss areas and targets of investment in Abia State to support the Governor Otti led government. Speaking to the press after a close door business meeting with Governor Alex Otti, Apostle Chibuzo Chinyere said that he had to travel to different countries to seek investment and investors who would support the achievements of the Governor so far.…

Nov

2024

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Rev. Father Hassan Kukah’s Call To Unity: A Pragmatic Solution For ABIA State After The Nov 2 LGA Elections, And Swearing In Of Mayors

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Rev. Father Hassan Kukah's Call to Unity: A pragmatic solution for Abia State after the Nov 2 LGA elections, and Swearing in of Mayors The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, has made a compelling call to unity, urging Nigerians to put aside their differences and move forward, stating that the worst times in the country's history are over. He emphasized this on Tuesday in Abuja during the public presentation of the book titled: "Judicial Terrorism - A Macabre Trial and Death Sentences on Some Atvap (Kataf) People". The Vanguard News reports that the book was written in honour of retired…