Abia State

Mar
27
2025
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Ohafia Council Mayor Condoles With The Bereaved Family Of The Tragic Incident In Ohafia Yesterday

Ohafia Council Mayor Condoles With The Bereaved Family Of The Tragic Incident In Ohafia Yesterday

Abia State, Accident, News Flash
OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR CONDOLES WITH THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF THE TRAGIC INCIDENT IN OHAFIA YESTERDAY. I am profoundly saddened by the tragic incident that resulted in the loss of two lives in Amaekpu Ohafia earlier today. My heartfelt condolences go out to the families and loved ones of the victims. No words can adequately convey the pain and grief that accompanies such a sudden and devastating loss. As the Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA, I wish to extend my sincerest sympathies to the bereaved families. May God grant them the strength to bear this irreparable loss. Our thoughts and prayers…
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Mar
26
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Condoles With The Family Of Victims Of Road Accident In Ohafia

Ikenna Ukwa Condoles With The Family Of Victims Of Road Accident In Ohafia

Abia State, Accident, News Flash
IKENNA UKWA CONDOLES WITH THE FAMILY OF VICTIMS OF ROAD ACCIDENT IN OHAFIA The Chief Executive Officer of Reigh Advertising & Consulting Agency, Chief Dr. Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in a tragic accident on Amaekpu Ohafia road earlier today which has sent shockwaves through the entire Ohafia community. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , while expressing his sadness over the incident, urged motorists to exercise caution and reduce their speed limits. He emphasized the importance of taking precautionary measures while driving to prevent such accidents in the…
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Mar
26
2025
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Restoring Hope, Restoring Hearing: Governor Otti’s Healthcare Revolution Takes Centre Stage – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Restoring Hope, Restoring Hearing: Governor Otti’s Healthcare Revolution Takes Centre Stage – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Health
Restoring Hope, Restoring Hearing: Governor Otti's Healthcare Revolution Takes Center Stage Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's groundbreaking initiative, the Sound Intervention Hearing Mission 2025, is set to revolutionize healthcare in Abia State. In partnership with the Olusegun Obasanjo Foundation, the state government will provide hearing aids to 1,000 residents with hearing impairments on April 2nd. This initiative is part of a larger effort to distribute over 10,000 hearing aids across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones, providing free hearing aids to individuals with hearing impairments. The partnership between the Abia State government and the Olusegun Obasanjo Foundation underscores the power of…
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Mar
26
2025
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Governor Otti’s Road Revolution: Two Additional Major Projects Set To Transform Abia’s Landscape – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Road Revolution: Two Additional Major Projects Set To Transform Abia’s Landscape – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Governor Otti's Road Revolution: Two Additional Major Projects Set to Transform Abia's Landscape Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has flagged off the reconstruction of two major roads in Umuahia, the state capital, marking a significant milestone in the state's urbanization and development efforts. The roads, Orpet-Umuafai-Lodu-Ahiaeke Road and Ahiaeke-Okwuta-Bende Road, are expected to be completed within nine months. In his speech during the flag-off ceremony, Governor Otti emphasized that the roads will support existing businesses and create new opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors. He noted that the reconstruction of the two roads will offer numerous benefits…
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Mar
26
2025
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GODA DG, Engr. Obinna Odum, Visits Scene Of Fatal Accident In Amaekpu Ohafia

GODA DG, Engr. Obinna Odum, Visits Scene Of Fatal Accident In Amaekpu Ohafia

Abia State, Accident, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
GODA DG, Engr. Obinna Odum, Visits Scene of Fatal Accident in Amaekpu Ohafia! The Director General of the Greater Ohafia Development Agenda (GODA), Engr. Obinna Odum, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accident that claimed the lives of a motorcyclist and a young student in Amaekpu Ohafia earlier today. Upon receiving the heartbreaking news, Engr. Odum promptly visited the accident scene to assess the situation firsthand and engage with community members on preventive measures to avert future occurrences. He extended his condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for God to grant the departed eternal rest. Odum cautioned truck…
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Mar
26
2025
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Gov. Otti Flags – Off The Reconstruction Of Two Roads In Umuahia, Sets To Launch Urban Mass Transit Initiative In Abia

Gov. Otti Flags – Off The Reconstruction Of Two Roads In Umuahia, Sets To Launch Urban Mass Transit Initiative In Abia

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, Urban Planning/ Lands
GOV. OTTI FLAGS-OFF THE RECONSTRUCTION OF TWO ROADS IN UMUAHIA, SETS TO LAUNCH URBAN MASS TRANSIT INITIATIVE IN ABIA. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has flagged-off the reconstruction of the 4.32 kilometres Orpet - Umuafai - Lodu - Ahiaeke Road and the 3.79 kilometres Ahiaeke - Okwuta - Bende Road in Umuahia North LGA totaling 8.11KM. Speaking at the event held at Ahiaeke, Governor Otti said he expects the project to be ready in nine months time. According to the Governor,"The successful completion of this roads will respectively end the daily hassles of thousands of people who ply them…
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Mar
26
2025
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Mothers At The Heart Of Change: The Otti-Led Overhaul Giving Them A Fighting Change – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Mothers At The Heart Of Change: The Otti-Led Overhaul Giving Them A Fighting Change – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health
Mothers at the heart of Change: The Otti-led Overhaul giving them a Fighting Change Abia State, has historically grappled with systemic challenges in maternal healthcare, including insufficient infrastructure, a shortage of skilled medical personnel, and socioeconomic barriers that deterred women from accessing formal care. Prior to 2023, the state’s maternal mortality ratio (MMR) stood at an estimated 550 deaths per 100,000 live births, exceeding Nigeria’s national average of 512. Rural areas bore the brunt of this crisis: only 30% of communities had access to functional primary health centers (PHCs), and cultural reliance on traditional birth attendants (TBAs) often sidelined institutional…
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Mar
25
2025
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Weekly Market Surveillance Report: Consumer And Non-Consumer Price Trends In ABA, Umuahia And Ohafia – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Weekly Market Surveillance Report: Consumer And Non-Consumer Price Trends In ABA, Umuahia And Ohafia – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance
Weekly Market Surveillance Report: Consumer and Non-Consumer Price Trends in Aba, Umuahia, and Ohafia IntroductionOver the past week, a detailed surveillance of market price trends was conducted across Aba, Umuahia, and Ohafia to assess fluctuations in both consumer goods (e.g., food, electronics) and non-consumer items (e.g., construction materials, agricultural tools). The exercise aimed to identify regional disparities, seasonal influences, and policy impacts. Data was gathered through field surveys, vendor interviews, and cross-referenced with trade associations and local government bulletins. Stakeholders, including traders, farmers, and officials, shared insights on recent developments, with many acknowledging Governor Alex Otti’s interventions in addressing infrastructural…
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Mar
25
2025
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Match Fixtures Of The 2025 Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation Football Competition In Ohafia LGA

Match Fixtures Of The 2025 Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Foundation Football Competition In Ohafia LGA

Abia North, Abia State, Football, Ohafia LGA, Sports
MATCH FIXTURES OF THE 2025 IKENNA & JENN UKWA FOUNDATION FOOTBALL COMPETITION IN OHAFIA LGA POWERED BY : IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP GROUP A: Amaekpu Akanu Asaga Amaogudu GROUP B: Ebem Amaeke Amangwu Nkporo FIRST STAGE: Amaekpu vs AsagaDate: Sunday 30th March 2025Time: 3:30 pm Ebem vs Amaeke AbiribaDate: Monday 31st March 2025Time: 3:30pm Akanu vs AmaoguduDate: Saturday 5th April 2025Time: 3:30pm Nkporo vs AmangwuDate: Sunday 6th April 2025Time: 3:30pm NEXT STAGE: 1st Group A vs 2nd Group BDate: Saturday 12th April 2025Time: 3:30pm 1st B vs 2nd ADate Sunday 13th April 2025Time: 3:30pm NEXT STAGE- 3RD PLACE: Loser A…
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