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Mar

2026

No Automatic Ticket In Abia North- Time For Fairness And Equity In APC – By Comrade Ahamefula Kalu Aki

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

No Automatic Ticket in Abia North – Time for Fairness and Equity in APC By: Comrade: Ahamefula Kalu Aki. Among the five Local Government Areas (LGAs) that make up Abia North Senatorial District—Isuikwuato, Umunneochi, Arochukwu, Bende, and Ohafia—each has had its fair share of representation over time: Isuikwuato has taken its turn. Umunneochi has taken its turn. Arochukwu has taken its turn. Bende is currently occupying the Senate seat and has done so for two consecutive terms. It is only just and equitable that the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) does the needful by providing a level playing…

Mar

2026

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Governor Otti Receives Everyday Motors And Technical Partners To Advance Modern Intra/Inter-State Transportation In Abia State

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, Transportation

Governor Alex Otti Receives Everyday Motors And Technical Partners to Advance Modern Intra/ Inter State Transportation in Abia State The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, continues to demonstrate visionary leadership and commitment to infrastructural development as he welcomed a high-powered delegation of Everyday Motors and their technical partner Yutong, one of the world’s leading bus manufacturers, to the Government House in Umuahia. Representing the Governor during this significant engagement were his Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, alongside High Chief J. N. Amakwe, Special Adviser on PPP-IP, and Chief Sunday Afurobi, Chairman of…

Mar

2026

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Chief Dr. Sam Anya, Abia North Senatorial Aspirant, Congratulates Newly Elected Abia State Executive Committee Of The All Progressives Congress(APC)

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, Politics

Congratulations to the Newly Elected Abia State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) I sincerely congratulate the newly elected Abia State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC), ably led by Hon. Chijioke Chukwu as State Chairman. Hon. Chijioke Chukwu brings a wealth of experience to this responsibility, having served as a former legislator and administrator. His deep understanding of governance, party organization, and public service positions him excellently to uphold and promote the progressive ideals upon which our great party was founded. As a true party man, his experience is unmatched. Over the years, he has…

Mar

2026

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UNESCO Recognition, Airforce Security Alliance: Otti’s Reform Agenda Gains National And Global Attention- By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

UNESCO Recognition, Air Force Security Alliance: Otti’s Reform Agenda Gains National and Global Attention Recent developments surrounding the administration of Alex Otti are increasingly drawing attention both nationally and internationally, as reforms in education, human capital development and security architecture continue to gain institutional recognition.In early 2026, two significant developments have reinforced the perception that the Abia government’s reform programme is entering a new phase: recognition from UNESCO and a strategic security collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force.Together, these developments signal growing confidence in the policy direction of the state government. UNESCO Engagement Highlights Education Reforms One of the most…

Mar

2026

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Ambassador Dr Osita Offor, UAAP, Celebrate Hon. Chimezie Isaac Ukaegbu On His Birthday

Abia State, Birthday, News Flash

Ambassador Dr Osita Offor, UAAP, Celebrates Hon. Chimezie Isaac Ukaegbu on His Birthday The United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, under the leadership of Ambassador Dr Osita Offor, “De Ultimate Commander” (Ikenga Gburugburu), has joined in celebrating the birthday of one of Abia State’s distinguished leaders, Dr Chimezie Isaac Ukaegbu, Honourable Commissioner for Transport under the able leadership of the indefatigable Gov. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. Previously serving as Commissioner in charge of Trade, Commerce, and Industry, Dr Ukaegbu has demonstrated exceptional versatility and commitment to public service. Under his watch as Commissioner for Transportation, Abia State has witnessed…

Mar

2026

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Ex- Kanu’s Lawyer Confirms Return Of $19,000 USD To Kanu

Abia State, FGN, Human Rights

Ex-Kanu’s Lawyer Confirms Return Of $19,000 USD To Kanu Former counsel to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the imprisoned leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB has confirmed that he actually returned $19,000 Dollars claimed to have been errorneously paid into his bank account by the leadership of IPOB, at the inception of Kanu’s trial. In a press statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday titled: “Important clarification to discerning minds”, Ejiofor noted that for the sake of clarity and in deference to the truth, it has become necessary to place the facts on record. According to him , “this payment in question…

Mar

2026

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Abia: History, Philosophy, Dark Years, And The Strategy For Renewal – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

Abia: History, Philosophy, Dark Years, and the Strategy for Renewal Few Nigerian states possess a developmental story as layered and instructive as Abia. Created on 27 August 1991, Abia was conceived as a state with enormous economic promise, intellectual capital, and entrepreneurial energy. Yet, like many regions with strong potential, its journey has oscillated between ambition and stagnation.To understand Abia’s future, one must first understand its history, governing philosophy, the years of decline, and the strategic path forward. The Foundational Vision: The 1991 Development BlueprintAt the moment of its creation, Abia did not begin its journey without a plan. In…

Mar

2026

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Abia’s School Enrolment Debate: Data, Context, And The Reform Push Under Otti- By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education

Abia’s School Enrolment Debate: Data, Context, and the Reform Push Under Otti The argument over Abia’s education sector has become one of the loudest political conversations in the state. Social-media posts often present photographs of deteriorated school buildings and conclude that nothing has changed. Yet a closer look at enrolment statistics, policy reforms, and independent reporting suggests a more complex reality—one that reflects both years of accumulated neglect and a new push to rebuild confidence in public education. The Baseline Otti InheritedTo understand the current debate, it is necessary to begin with the baseline. Before the present administration came into…

Mar

2026

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Re: Eke O. Ako And A Reality Check On The Narrative About Abia’s Healthcare – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

Re: Eke O. Ako and a Reality Check on the Narrative About Abia’s Healthcare Your critique of Abia’s healthcare sector would have been more compelling if it began by acknowledging the baseline from which the reforms started. The first duty of any serious policy analyst is to establish historical context.So the question must be asked plainly: what exactly was the condition of Abia’s healthcare system before May 2023?For years, many government hospitals and primary healthcare centres across the state were widely documented as being in serious disrepair. Even facilities that once served as major health institutions had deteriorated due to…

Mar

2026

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Dr. Osita Offor- “De Ultimate Commander” Salutes Abia Women, Worldwide On International Women’s Day 2026

Abia State, News Flash, People & Events

Dr. Osita Offor Salutes Abia Women, Women Worldwide On International Women's Day 2026 As the world joins in celebrating International Women’s Day 2026, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, fondly called “De Ultimate Commander” (Ikenga Gburugburu), extends heartfelt congratulations to all women, with special recognition to the resilient and industrious women of Abia State and beyond. Using the example of Mrs. Priscilla Chioma Otti, the esteemed wife of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, Ambassador Offor highlights how women’s dedication, vision, and leadership can transform communities, inspire nations, and elevate societies. This year’s celebration, themed “Give To Gain”, serves as a powerful reminder that…