Abia State

Nov
15
2024
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Abia’s Green Gold: Unlocking The Potential Of Palm Oil For Sustainable Development – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia’s Green Gold: Unlocking The Potential Of Palm Oil For Sustainable Development – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Abia's Green Gold: Unlocking the potential of palm oil for sustainable development Governor Alex Chioma Otti's vision for Abia State is ambitious, with a 50-year plan that aims to transform the state into a major player in various sectors of the domestic and international economy. Today, we want to zero in on the palm oil industry. It is his hope that Abia State representingNigeria will certainly rival Malaysia and Indonesia. Generally, his Prosperous Abia plan is broken down into two 25-year phases, with each phase having its own theme and objectives. The governor's goal is to cascade resources into different…
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Nov
15
2024
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Beyond Doubting Thomases And Deceitful Thomases – Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Beyond Doubting Thomases And Deceitful Thomases – Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (CPS To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
BEYOND DOUBTING THOMASES TO SHAMELESS AND DECEITFUL THOMASES. The data below is from the Debt Management Office (DMO), a Federal Agency. On the inauguration of Governor Alex Otti in May 2023, Abia Debt Profile was over N191 Billion. In December 2023, just after 6 Months of the inauguration of Governor Otti, the Debt Profile of Abia State drop to a bit above N138 Billion. The June 2024 update from the Debt Management Office (DMO) put Abia Debt Profile at just above N97 Billion. They are like Uloka who had no shame borrowing and lazying about in Things Fall Apart. They…
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Nov
15
2024
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Abia’s Entrepreneural Spirit: Trade, Factories And Development: A Historical Assessment – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia’s Entrepreneural Spirit: Trade, Factories And Development: A Historical Assessment – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
Abia's Entrepreneurial Spirit: Trade, Factories and Development: A Historical Assessment Abia State is a hub for trade, factories, and still striving for development in Nigeria. The state boasts an impressive array of industries, including brewing, textiles, and manufacturing. Let's dive into the history of some of the notable factories and industries in Abia State.Nigerian Breweries Plc, located in Aba, has been operational since 1957 and was upgraded in 2014.Guinness Nigeria Plc, another major brewing company, also operates in Abia State.Aba Textile Mills is a significant player in the textile industry, producing various fabrics and materials.International Glass Industry (IGI) in Aba…
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Nov
14
2024
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Gunmen Attack Military Checkpoint In Umuahia, ABIA State, Kill 2 Soldiers

Gunmen Attack Military Checkpoint In Umuahia, ABIA State, Kill 2 Soldiers

Abia State, Crime, News Flash
Gunmen Attack Military Checkpoint In Abia, K¡ll Two Soldiers Unidentified gunmen have reportedly killed two soldiers attached to the Joint Task Force South-East Operation UDO KA along Umuahia – Owerri Road in Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State. Lieutenant Colonel Jonah Unuakhalu of the Joint Task Force South-East Operation UDO KA, confirmed the attack to Channels Television in a statement on Wednesday. The military blamed the attack on the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). According to the statement, “At the early hours of yesterday 13 November 2024, troops of…
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Nov
14
2024
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The Shocking Truth: ‘Free Education’ Then Vs Truly Free Education Now! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Shocking Truth: ‘Free Education’ Then Vs Truly Free Education Now! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance
The Shocking Truth: 'Free Education' Then vs Truly Free Education Now! The PDP-led Abia administration from 1999 to 2023 had some notable achievements in education, but let's not sugarcoat the failures. The free basic education policy did increase access to education, leading to higher enrollment rates. However, the quality of education was severely lacking due to poor funding, inadequate resources, and low teacher morale. Infrastructure development was another area of focus, with the construction and renovation of schools, as well as the provision of basic facilities. But, let's be real, these efforts were often marred by corruption, mismanagement, and a…
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Nov
13
2024
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High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet In Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia

High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet In Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia

Abia North, Abia State, Health, News Flash
High Chief Rachel Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet in Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia Enyioma Hon. High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju (FOUNDER/GLOBAL PRESIDENT OF ENYIOMA OHAFIA INTERNATIONAL LADIES ASSOCIATION; AKANEMEPURU OHA 1 OF AMAEKPU OHAFIA, OMEREOHA UGWUONYIRIEGBE, ADA EJI EJE MBA 1 OF IGBERE) , GOLDEN MOTHER, saw the dilapidated State of the public toilet and championed the reconstruction to a modern public toilet to the delight of the entire Mgbagha Ebem Community. Hon. Eme Iro Eme, Deputy Mayor of Ohafia LGA, has commissioned the renovated public toilet in Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia…
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Nov
13
2024
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Abia State Government Hands Over Cheques To Widows Of Slain Security Personnel

Abia State Government Hands Over Cheques To Widows Of Slain Security Personnel

Abia State, Empowerment, Good Governance, News Flash
ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT HANDS OVER CHEQUES TO WIDOWS OF SLAIN SECURITY PERSONNEL. The Abia State government says it will continue to make the welfare of the families of security personnel who died in active service in the state a top priority. The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba who stated this at Government House Umuahia, while handing over cheques to the deceased spouses, said the money is solely to cater for the educational needs of their children. Pastor Ajagba also explained that the gesture is in fulfillment of Governor Alex Otti's promise to the bereaved families when…
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Nov
13
2024
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Mayor Of Ohafia LGA Urge Citizens To Consider A Major Shift In Strategy That Will Sustain Demand For Goods And Services – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Mayor Of Ohafia LGA Urge Citizens To Consider A Major Shift In Strategy That Will Sustain Demand For Goods And Services – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
Fellow Ohafia sons and daughters, esteemed business leaders, and industry titans of our great community, I, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, Mayor of Ohafia Local Government, issue this heartfelt appeal to you today. As we strive for economic growth and development in our beloved Ohafia, I urge you to consider a crucial shift in strategy. Rather than establishing firms or companies first and then struggling to meet demand, let us join forces to develop a thriving market that sustains demand for our goods and services. This approach is not just a reversal of the usual order; it's a recipe for success.…
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