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Oct

2024

Ministerial Appointment: Governor Otti Congratulates Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, Describes Her Appointment As Befitting

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Personality

PRESS RELEASE MINISTERIAL APPOINTMENT: GOVERNOR OTTI CONGRATULATES AMBASSADOR BIANCA OJUKWU, DESCRIBES HER APPOINTMENT AS BEFITTING The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has Congratulated Nigeria's Former Ambassador to Spain and Wife of the Late Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, Her Excellency, Ambassador Mrs. Bianca Odumegwu Ojukwu on her appointment as the Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs by the President, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Governor Otti described Mrs. Ojukwu's appointment as excellent and befitting because of her rich qualities, her experience and her unblemished record of excellence, and expressed confidence that her appointment would…

Oct

2024

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Like The Phoenix, ABA Has Risen: Being Gov. Otti’s Speech At The Commissioning Of The Aba South Administrative Office

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash

LIKE THE PHOENIX, ABA HAS RISEN Being the Text of a Speech Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, at the Dedication and Commissioning of the Rebuilt Aba South Administrative Office on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at the Aba South LGA Headquarters Protocols 1, 464 days ago, this very building was looted and torched by angry protesters in the wake of the civil disturbances that attended the October 2020 #ENDSARS demonstrations. The events of October 2020 and the attendant losses in human lives and property represent terrible sore points in our democratic evolution. Very fundamentally, the effects of the carnage,…

Oct

2024

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Alex Otti & Jeff Bezos: The Race To Power Underserved Communities

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

Alex Otti & Jeff Bezos: The race to power underserved communities Jeff Bezos' Bezos Earth Fund has partnered with the Rockefeller Foundation to launch a solar mini-grid program in Nigeria, aiming to provide electricity to over 86 million individuals who lack access to this basic necessity. This initiative is part of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) and seeks to improve Nigeria's inconsistent power supply. The program plans to install 10 gigawatts of renewable energy mini-grids across Nigeria, enhancing productivity and reducing carbon emissions. This is a significant step towards addressing Nigeria's energy crisis, where the national…

Oct

2024

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Breaking Free From Firewood: Abia’s Transition To Cleaner Energy – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Breaking Free from Firewood: Abia's Transition to Cleaner Energy According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), about 68.3% of Nigerian households still rely on solid biomass, specifically firewood and charcoal, for cooking ¹. This traditional cooking method not only harms the environment but also poses health risks, with the World Health Organization estimating that smoke from kitchen fires leads to approximately 93,300 deaths annually in Nigeria. The high percentage of households using firewood is largely due to the expensive nature of alternative cooking methods. For instance, the average retail price for cooking gas increased by 83.62% from N2057.71 in…

Oct

2024

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Gov. Otti Assures Of ABIA State Government Support To The Joint Monitoring Team On Crude Oil Production Boost.

Abia State, Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas, Security

GOV. OTTI ASSURES OF ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT SUPPORT TO THE JOINT MONITORING TEAM ON CRUDE OIL PRODUCTION BOOST. Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured of the Abia State Government’s support to tackle the issues causing the drop in crude oil production in Nigeria. Governor Otti gave the assurance on Tuesday, 22nd October, in his Umuehim Nvosi Country home, when he received in audience a delegation of the Defence Headquarters Joint Monitoring Team, led by Major Gen. JAL Jimoh, who paid him a working visit. Governor Otti who decried the drastic drop in crude oil production in Nigeria,…

Oct

2024

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Abia’s Golden Years Initiative: Ensuring Comfortable Retirement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Abia's Golden Years Initiative: Ensuring Comfortable Retirements The Executive Governor's signing of the seventy thousand naira minimum wage per month is a groundbreaking move that sets the stage for revolutionary initiatives and plans for Abia State seniors as well. This significant increase from the previous thirty thousand naira minimum wage, as mandated by the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024, demonstrates the government's commitment to enhancing the welfare and quality of life for public servants and seniors in Abia State. With the domestication of this law in the State, the governor has launched a higher level of financial security in…

Oct

2024

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Why ABIA State Students Must Vote Unique Kelechi Ukpai As NAASS President, Abia State Chapter

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

A MANIFESTO PRESENTED BY UNIQUE KELECHI UKPAI- ASPIRANT FOR THE OFFICE OF NAASS PRESIDENT I present to you my manifesto aimed at improving the overall student experience and ensuring a better association for all of us. WHY CHOOSE ME?I am the best person for the office of the NAASS President because of my passion, experience, and commitment to serving the student community. I have been actively involved in various student organizations, activities, and services. My experience in providing extra support services and training opportunities, as well as asking for feedback and applying it, has taught me the importance of listening…

Oct

2024

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News Commentary: As The PDP ABIA State Congress Draws Near, Chief Barrister Olugu Kalu Ugba Is Positioned To Build A ‘New PDP’ In The State – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

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AS THE PDP ABIA STATE CONGRESS DRAWS NEAR, CHIEF BARRISTER OLUGU KALU UGBA IS POSITIONED TO BUILD A 'NEW PDP' IN THE STATE. As the Abia PDP state Congress draws very close, one man stands out in what may conveniently be recaptioned a 'one horse' race to win the hearts of the state party delegates to begin a speedy rebuilding of the party. Chief Barrister Olugu Kalu Ugba, a scion of Udumaeze Ohafia ancient kingdom, a great son of Amangwu Ohafia, erudite legal luminary, a former Deputy Chief of Staff, a mega businessman and politician is poised to prove that…

Oct

2024

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ABIA State: The Mind Of A Technocrat – By Dr.Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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The Mind of a Technocrat Technocrats prioritize strategic, behind-the-scenes work, focusing on long-term benefits over short-term gains. Unlike politicians, they shy away from public spectacle, opting for patient and meticulous planning. Their approach isn't about quick fixes or superficial solutions but sustainable, impactful projects. Characterized by strategic planning, technocrats execute carefully crafted visions. Their long-term perspective contrasts with the immediacy sought by politicians. Private sector expertise informs their governance approach, ensuring business acumen guides decision-making. Governor Alex Otti of Abia State exemplifies technocrat leadership. Collaborating with strategic firms, he drives growth. CSS Global Farms Ltd. illustrates this approach. By investing…

Oct

2024

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Re: The Arrest Of Mr. Ceekay Igara – By PPRO Abia State.

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Re: The arrest of Mr. Ceekay Igara. The Abia State Police Command received a written petition from the Labour Party’s Acting State Chairman against Mr. Ceekay Igara and three others for alleged impersonation, obtaining by false pretense, and conduct likely to cause breach of peace. Yesterday, 19/10/2024, detectives from the Command invited Mr. Igara, to the Command Headquarters, took his statement, and released him the same day. Investigation is ongoing.