Abia State

Jan
24
2025
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Scars Of The Vestiges Of A Diminished Order: The Inconsistencies Of Lies, Misinformation And Fake News – By Ctz Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (Chief Press Secretary To Gov. Otti)

Scars Of The Vestiges Of A Diminished Order: The Inconsistencies Of Lies, Misinformation And Fake News – By Ctz Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (Chief Press Secretary To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
SCARS OF THE VESTIGES OF A DIMINISHED ORDER: THE INCONSISTENCIES OF LIES, MISINFORMATION AND FAKE NEWS. Written By: Ctz. UKOHA NJOKU UKOHA,The Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor of Abia State. 'When you Fight Corruption, Corruption Must always Fight Back' - Peter Obi. In the run-up to the 2023 Governorship election, Candidate Alex Otti was not only the most qualified, he was the most prepared to return power to the people and use public funds for public good. He was obviously not oblivious of what to expect when he was fighting to unseat and dislodge an entrenched system and…
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Jan
24
2025
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Setting The Records Straight: Governor Otti’s Administration Is On The Right Track – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Setting The Records Straight: Governor Otti’s Administration Is On The Right Track – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Information Technology, Politics
Setting the Record Straight: Governor Otti's Administration is on the Right Track Recent misinformed articles have attempted to tarnish the reputation of Governor Alex Otti's administration in Abia State. As a concerned citizen, I feel compelled to set the record straight and provide a more accurate representation of the governor's accomplishments. First, let's look into the World Bank. Let's be guided when using neo-colonialist paradigms to disparage your governments. These Bretonwood Institutions have their agendas. Their history is ladden with missteps, extortion, errors and outright lies against Africa! Indeed Abia.Remember my article on the tale of two statistics? Here are…
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Jan
23
2025
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Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association of Nigeria Visits ABIA State Commissioner Of Women Affairs

Enyioma Ohafia International Ladies Association of Nigeria Visits ABIA State Commissioner Of Women Affairs

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Women Affairs
Enyioma Hon. Kalu Mba Nwoke (Etiokwe), Member Representing Ohafia South State Constituency In Abia House Of Assembly as well as Patron of the group in company with the Global Founder/President Enyioma High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju David-Ayegba and National Exco of Enyioma Ohafia Women Worldwide paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Commissioner For Women Affairs, yesterday 22/01/2025 at her office. The visit was to familiarize with the commission, for future collaborations. The Association's President Enyioma High Chief Lolo Rachael Ukeje, who led the powerful delegation, amongst other executives and key members of Enyioma Umuahia branch, thanked the commissioner for her…
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Jan
23
2025
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The Fragility Of Economic Recovery In ABIA State: The Need For Stakeholders’ Involvement Across Party Lines – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Fragility Of Economic Recovery In ABIA State: The Need For Stakeholders’ Involvement Across Party Lines – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
The Fragility of Economic Recovery in Abia State: The Need for Stakeholders' Involvement Across Party Lines Abia State, one of the 36 states in Nigeria, has been grappling with economic challenges for decades. Despite being one of the most industrious states in the country, Abia's economy has struggled to gain momentum. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Abia State's GDP growth rate has been sluggish, averaging 2.5% between 2015 and 2020, compared to the national average of 3.5%. The state's economic woes are further exacerbated by its high poverty rate. According to the NBS's 2020 Poverty and Inequality…
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Jan
23
2025
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Abia’s Quest For Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia’s Quest For Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, Good Governance
Abia's Quest for Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Street trading has been a longstanding issue in Abia State, particularly in Aba and Umuahia. This menace poses significant dangers and hazards to both traders and the general public. The presence of traders on the streets can lead to traffic congestion, accidents, and even loss of lives. Moreover, street trading contributes to environmental degradation, as traders often dispose of waste improperly, leading to clogged drains and dirty streets. In addition to the inherent dangers, street trading also has destructive effects on the roads. The presence of traders on the…
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Jan
22
2025
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Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Better Abia Movement Group Holds General Meeting, Aims At Expanding Membership, Passes Vote Of Confidence On Gov. Otti

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
BREAKING: Better Abia Movement Group holds General meeting aims to expanding Membership, passes Vote of Confidence on Gov Otti Umuahia the capital city witnessed a convergence of the group members of Better Abia Movement where they held their general meeting and New year gathering to familiarize with the new members across Abia. The meeting held at New Eastern Comfort Hotel Umuahia witnessed the presence of many Abia voters and business owners including personalities like the MD CEO Mela Concepts Aba, State Youth Leader OHANAEZE NDI IGBO Abia State chapter, medical, Legal and notable Public administrators & professionals who graced the…
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Jan
22
2025
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We Must Sustain The Development Momentum Of Dr. Alex Otti OFR – Engr. Odum Charges Town Planners

We Must Sustain The Development Momentum Of Dr. Alex Otti OFR – Engr. Odum Charges Town Planners

Abia State, Abia North, Ohafia LGA
WE MUST SUSTAIN THE DEVELOPMENT MOMENTUM OF DR. ALEX OTTI — ENGR. ODUM CHARGES TOWN PLANNERS The Director General of Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA), Engr. Obinna Odum, has, in line with the directives of the Executive Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, mandated all developers operating within Abia North to obtain their Abia State Social Identification Number (ABSSIN). He gave this mandate earlier today during a top management meeting of the Greater Ohafia Development Authority, comprising the five local governments of Abia North: Arochukwu, Ohafia, Bende, Umunneochi, and Isuikwuato. This measure, according to Engr. Odum, is a part of the…
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Jan
22
2025
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Revolutionizing Abia’s Digital Landscap: Governor Otti’s Visionary Leadership – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Revolutionizing Abia’s Digital Landscap: Governor Otti’s Visionary Leadership – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Revolutionizing Abia's Digital Landscape: Governor Otti's Visionary Leadership Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR's administration is pioneering the deployment of fibre optic infrastructure in Abia State, a strategic move to improve mobile network connectivity. This initiative is part of the state government's efforts to deploy fibre optic and internet connectivity across the 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state, made possible through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with WIOCC, a renowned ICT and Broadband Technology Company. The project is expected to have a profound impact on Abia State's socio-economic development. With the deployment of metropolitan optic fibre…
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Jan
21
2025
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Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola MBA Recently Decorated With The Title Of OCHE AKU 1 By His Royal Highness, Eziogo Uduma Obuba Kalu

Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola MBA Recently Decorated With The Title Of OCHE AKU 1 By His Royal Highness, Eziogo Uduma Obuba Kalu

Abia State, Arts And Culture, News Flash
We gather to celebrate an icon, a woman of exceptional distinction, Ngozi Ogbeyalu Ukpola Mba, who has left an indelible mark on the banking sector. Recently, His Royal Highness, Ezieogo Uduma Obuba Kalu Ezieogo of Amaekpu Ohafia, bestowed upon her the esteemed title of OCHE AKU 1, in recognition of her outstanding performance, exemplary leadership, and tireless dedication to excellence. As a seasoned banker, Ngozi has consistently demonstrated a unique ability to solve complex problems, providing innovative solutions that have endeared her to customers and colleagues alike. Her commitment to ensuring that every customer leaves the bank with a smile…
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