Ikenna Distributes More Fertilizers To Women In Ohafia Communities
IKENNA DISTRIBUTES MORE FERTILIZERS TO WOMEN IN OHAFIA COMMUNITIES Still in demonstration of his commitment to supporting local farmers, particularly women, the founder of IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa through his representatives, yesterday distributed both liquid and solid fertilizers to women in Amuma, Eziafor and Ibina Ohafia in Ohafia LGA of Abia State. The initiative to distribute fertilizers to women in Amuma, Eziafor, and Ibina in Ohafia is aimed to boost agricultural productivity by increasingcrop yields and enhancing livelihoods for women farmers. The benefitting women in the various communities who were visibly elated thanked Chief Ikenna…
Umuahia-Ikot-Ekpene Road: Governor Otti Bridges Federal-State Divide In Abia – Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)
Umuahia-Ikot-Ekpene Road: Governor Otti Bridges Federal-State Divide in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD In a groundbreaking move that underscores his commitment to comprehensive development, Governor Alex Otti has directed the immediate commencement of the reconstruction of the Umuahia-Ikot-Ekpene road, a federal road that has long been in a state of disrepair. This bold decision not only demonstrates the governor's unwavering dedication to improving the lives of Abians but also bridges the federal-state divide in road infrastructure development. The Umuahia-Ikot-Ekpene road is a vital artery that connects Umuahia to Akwa Ibom through Umudike, facilitating the movement of goods, services, and people. Its…
Glamour, Razmatazz As Abiriba Community Hosts Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR In A Grand Reception Ceremony In Enyimba Township Stadium Aba
ABIRIBA COMMUNAL IMPROVEMENT UNION (ACIU) GRAND CIVIC RECEPTION CEREMONY, ABA. The Grand Civic Reception Ceremony held at the Enyimba Township Stadium, Aba, marked a momentous occasion as the Abiriba Community and the Executive Mayor of Ohafia Local Government Area, Chief Eleanya Kalu Kalu, formally welcomed the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. The event drew a large crowd of dignitaries, traditional rulers, community leaders, and all Abiribarians within the state, reflecting the immense support and admiration for the Governor's leadership in Abia State In his address, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu commended Governor Otti for…
The Priceless Treasure Of Democracy: Being Governor Otti’s 2025 Democracy Day Celebration Speech
THE PRICELESS TREASURE OF DEMOCRACY Message by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, to Mark the 2025 Democracy Day Celebration in Abia State on June 12, 2025 My People, I bring heartfelt greetings to your homes and wherever you may be this morning on the occasion of the 2025 Democracy Day celebration. We thank the Almighty God for bringing us to the solemn occasion of another June 12, a date that has increasingly become synonymous with the Nigerian political renaissance. Today offers us an invitation to reflect on our democratic journey as a country, especially since the dawn of the Fourth…
Democracy Day: Governor Otti’s Transformative Leadership Sets A New Standard For Abia – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)
Democracy Day: Governor Otti's Transformative Leadership Sets a New Standard for Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD As Nigeria celebrates its Democracy Day today, June 12, 2025, Governor Alex Otti's transformative leadership in Abia State shines as a beacon of effective governance. His administration has delivered significant dividends of democracy, showcasing the potential for positive change in the state. The governor's leadership style, focused on delivering results and improving lives, has yielded impactful gains. Key areas of focus include road infrastructure, with the recent commissioning of numerous roads in Aba and Umuahia, including Umuode Road, Bakassi Road, Dozie Dual Carriageway, and Isu…
Nigeria Records N5.172 Trillion Surplus Trade In First Quarter Of 2025
Nigeria Records N5.172 Trillion Surplus Trade In First Quarter Of 2025 In the first quarter of 2025 (Q1 2025), Nigeria recorded N5.172 trillion surplus trade, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). NBS in its “Foreign Trade in Goods Statistics Q12025,” revealed that the country’s import dipped to N15.426 trillion as export rose to N20.59trillion, totally N36.02trillion trade in the period under review. The report said total trade soared from the N33.92trillion recorded in the corresponding period of 2024. NBS said, “Nigeria’s total merchandise trade stood at N36.024.66 trillion in Q1, 2025. This represents an increase of 6.19per cent…
Gov. Otti Commissions 14 Roads In One Day, Says Its A Celebration Of New Epoch
GOV. OTTI COMMISSIONS 14 ROADS IN ONE DAY, SAYS ITS A CELEBRATION OF NEW EPOCH. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has commissioned 14 New Road projects rehabilitated by his administration across Aba and its environs. Commissioning of the roads is part of the first phase of the 55 projects the Governor had announced to be either commissioned or flagged off in the coming weeks in the State. Speaking at St. Joseph’s College (CKC), Asa Triangle, Aba, after he had stopped over and commissioned the projects at different points and junctions, Governor Otti described the projects as a celebration of…
Aba Women: From Historic Rebellion To Contemporary Socio-Political And Economic Powerhouse (1929-2025)
Aba Women: From Historic Rebellion to Contemporary Socio-Political and Economic Powerhouse (1929-2025) The Aba Women's War of 1929 ignited as a direct response to British colonial oppression, specifically the threat of women's taxation and abuses by imposed "Warrant Chiefs." Sparked by Nwanyeruwa's defiance of a census enumerator in Oloko, the movement rapidly mobilized thousands of women across southeastern Nigeria using the traditional protest tactic of "sitting on a man" (Ogu Umunwaanyi). Despite violent colonial suppression resulting in over 50 deaths, the rebellion succeeded in abolishing the proposed women's tax and dismantling the despised Warrant Chief system, cementing its legacy as…
Gov. Otti Seeks Partnership With China, Expresses Dissatisfaction With CCECC Over Project Delay
GOV. OTTI SEEKS PARTNERSHIP WITH CHINA, EXPRESSES DISSATISFACTION WITH CCECC OVER PROJECT DELAY. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has sought useful partnership with the People's Republic of China to improve the economy of the State. Governor Otti was speaking on Wednesday, 11th June when he received a delegation of the Consul-General of the People's Republic of China to Nigeria, Ms. Yan Yuqing, who paid him a working visit. The Governor, who said that he is willing to partner the People's Republic of China, noted that Abia people share similar traits with Chinese; traits such as resilience and hard work.…