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Oct

2025

UAAP Welcomes President Tinubu, Celebrates Governor Otti’s Legacy Of Transformation

Abia State, FGN, Good Governance, Presidency

President's Visit: UAAP Welcomes President Tinubu, Celebrates Governor Otti’s Legacy of Transformation. The United Abia Artists and Patriots (UAAP), under the distinguished leadership of our President, Ambassador Osita Offor, “The Ultimate Commander,” joyfully welcomes His Excellency, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on this landmark visit to Abia today, 3rd October, 2025. Your Excellency, your presence in our beloved state is more than symbolic, it is a reflection of the transformational governance of our Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, whose visionary leadership has ushered in a renaissance across infrastructure, economy, arts, and culture. As champions of creativity and…

Oct

2025

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Why Commissioning PortHarcourt And Other Roads In ABA Goes Beyond A Presidential Visit – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure

WHY COMMISSIONING PORTHARCOURT AND OTHER ROADS IN ABA GOES BEYOND A PRESIDENTIAL VISIT. By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere While it is yet unclear whether President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will honor today's invitation to come and commission the Portharcourt and other roads projects completed by Governor Alex Otti, it must be said that the several attempts made by Governor Alex Otti to bring the President to Abia soil to commission the long completed 6.3km Portharcourt road is first and foremost an acknowledgement of the fact that the Tinubu government granted its permission for the Alex Otti government to work on the…

Oct

2025

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ATTTV NEWS UPDATE IN IGBO -BY ONYEMAOBI EMETU

Abia State, News Review In Igbo

Oct

2025

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President Tinubu To Commission Governor Otti’s Strategic Road Projects In ABA As America Applauds Abia’s Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Good Governance, Presidency

President Tinubu to Commission Governor Otti’s Strategic Road Projects in Aba as America Applauds Abia’s Transformation By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Tomorrow, Friday, October 3rd, Abia State will witness yet another historic moment as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visits Aba to commission some strategic road projects delivered under the transformative leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. For the people of Abia, this is more than a routine presidential visit. It represents a strong national endorsement of the sweeping reforms and infrastructural renewal that have repositioned the state in just over two years. The commissioning of the reconstructed Portharcourt Road, once…

Oct

2025

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Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Partnership With The Federal Government – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Good Governance

Governor Alex Otti's Strategic Partnership with the Federal Government Governor Alex Otti's invitation to President Bola Tinubu to commission state-funded projects is a strategic move that underscores a commitment to transcending partisan politics for developmental purposes. This action aligns with a recognized pattern from the Presidency, which has noted that President Tinubu is "unconditionally partnering with opposition governors" to achieve a national consensus for progress. By inviting the President, Governor Otti is fostering a collaborative relationship with the federal government, which can be crucial for attracting further investment and federal projects to Abia State. This approach highlights a focus on…

Oct

2025

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Happy New Month & 65th Independence Celebration – Ikenna Ukwa

Abia State, Birthday, News Flash

HAPPY NEW MONTH & 65TH INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION As we celebrate our nation's 65th independence, I express my warmest felicitations to all Nigerians all over the world. Our Foundation, IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION remain committed to supporting initiatives that promote the well-being and development of our community. Let's continue to work together towards building a brighter future for ourselves and generations to come. Happy Independence Day and welcome to a brand new month of October. Chief (Dr) Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa ,Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria.

Oct

2025

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Of Dedication And Freedom: Being Governor Otti’s 65th Independence Anniversary Address In Umuahia Today

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

OF DEDICATION AND FREEDOM Being the Text of an Address Presented by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, to Commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary in Umuahia on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Dear Compatriots, It is with great joy and sense of national pride that I address you this morning, grateful for the privilege of witnessing the 65th anniversary of our nation’s independence from the colonial authorities. I would like to specially congratulate fellow Nigerians, for the great things we have collectively achieved as one nation over the last six and half decades of co-existence. Ours is far from being a perfect…

Oct

2025

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President Tinubu’s Visit And Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda In Enyimba City – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Good Governance, Presidency

President Tinubu’s Visit and Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda in Enyimba City By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The historic city of Aba, popularly known as the Enyimba City and long celebrated as the commercial heartbeat of the Southeast, is today witnessing a bold transformation agenda under the purposeful leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. Once neglected by successive administrations, Aba’s vital infrastructure collapsed, stifling its vibrant economy and forcing residents and businesses to endure untold hardship. Roads failed, drainage systems deteriorated, and the city’s famed commercial energy was almost extinguished until Governor Otti’s intervention began to restore hope and reposition Aba…

Oct

2025

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Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor’s Message On Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day

Abia State, Abia North, Birthday, FGN, News Flash

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor's Message on Nigeria's 65th Independence Day Today, we join the rest of Nigeria in commemorating our nation's 65th Independence Day. This momentous occasion is a testament to our resilience, progress, and unwavering commitment to greatness. As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on the values that have shaped our country and continue to guide us towards a brighter future. Nigeria's diversity remains our greatest strength. With over 250 ethnic groups and more than 500 languages, our nation is a vibrant tapestry of cultures, traditions, and beliefs. As we celebrate our independence, we must recommit ourselves to…

Oct

2025

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Beyond Road Infrastructure: A New Blueprint For Urban Development And Housing – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure

A New Blueprint for Urban Development and Housing Beyond road infrastructure, the government is executing an ambitious urban renewal strategy that includes significant housing schemes. Under a public-private partnership model, several housing estates have been earmarked for development, including the Mbara-Akuma, Ubakala, and Amakama Housing Estates . In a move signaling a break from the past, the administration has also undertaken audits and recovery of state properties, such as the Abia Hotels in Aba, Arochukwu, and Umuahia, which were allegedly handed over to cronies of previous administrations . This effort to reclaim and repurpose public assets is part of a…