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The Little Things That Matter: Maintaining Order And Decorum In Public Spaces – An ABIA State Case Study – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Little Things That Matter: Maintaining Order And Decorum In Public Spaces – An ABIA State Case Study – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Little Things that Matter: Maintaining Order and Decorum in Public Spaces – An Abia State Case Study Introduction: The Architecture of OrderThe recent joint enforcement initiative across Abia State’s critical arteries—Isi Gate, Bende Road, and Aba Road—epitomizes Governor Alex Otti’s foundational axiom that "development constitutes the logical culmination of meticulous planning." These operations transcend superficial urban adjustments, representing strategic interventions to recalibrate the state’s socioeconomic ecosystem. Empirical analyses indicate that disordered public infrastructure costs Nigerian municipalities approximately ₦1.2 trillion annually through productivity erosion, healthcare expenditures, and environmental remediation. This treatise contends that Abia’s meticulous attention to seemingly minor elements—pedestrian…
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‘If Buhari Was A Failure, Tinubu Is A Disaster’-  Ex-Minister Adamu Waziri

‘If Buhari Was A Failure, Tinubu Is A Disaster’- Ex-Minister Adamu Waziri

‘If Buhari Was A Failure, Tinubu Is A Disaster’ – Ex-minister Adamu Waziri Former Minister of Police Affairs, Adamu Maina Waziri, has described President Bola Tinubu’s administration as worse than that of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Waziri said if Buhari’s administration was a failure, Tinubu’s government was a disastrous catastrophe. The African Democratic Congress, ADC, chieftain spoke during an interview on Trust TV. Waziri said Tinubu’s administration has failed in the areas of security, economy, fighting corruption. He insisted that Tinubu has under performed when compared to Buhari’s government. Waziri said: “If the Buhari government was a failure, the Tinubu…
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No Government Can Solve All Problems, Even In 20 Years – Wike

No Government Can Solve All Problems, Even In 20 Years – Wike

No Government Can Solve All Problems, Even In 20 Years – Wike Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu cannot resolve all of Nigeria’s challenges, even if it remains in power for two decades. Wike stated this during a media briefing in Abuja, where he addressed concerns over uncommissioned projects and the government’s development efforts. “I will not say here that every problem has been solved. All problems cannot be solved, even if this government stays for 20 years; no government can solve all problems,” he declared. However,…
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Single Term: It’s An Insult For Obi To Compare Himself To Mandela – LP Chieftain, Arabami

Single Term: It’s An Insult For Obi To Compare Himself To Mandela – LP Chieftain, Arabami

Single Term: It’s An Insult For Obi To Compare Himself To Mandela  – LP Chieftain, Arabambi Factional National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party (LP) Abayomi Arabambi, has slammed Peter Obi for citing Nelson Mandela’s presidency in South Africa as a justification for his single-term vow if elected Nigeria’s president in 2027. The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party recently reiterated his pledge to serve one term of four years, saying he does not need eight years to fix the country. In a recent statement, the ex-governor cited the leadership examples of Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, and Nelson…
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Obi Genuinely Wants To Serve! He’s Not Desperate – Chimamanda

Obi Genuinely Wants To Serve! He’s Not Desperate – Chimamanda

Obi Genuinely Wants To Serve; He’s Not Desperate – Chimamanda Renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has said her unwavering support for Peter Obi stems from her belief in his selfless leadership and genuine commitment to Nigeria’s future. Speaking during an exclusive interview, Adichie praised the former Anambra State governor for his humility and clear sense of purpose, which she said sets him apart from many politicians motivated by ego and personal ambition. “He doesn’t need to be president. He wants to be because he cares about Nigeria—but he doesn’t need to be. And that’s a very important distinction,” she…
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Philips Consulting Decodes Abia’s Metamorphosis Through Leadership Precision – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Philips Consulting Decodes Abia’s Metamorphosis Through Leadership Precision – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Philips Consulting Decodes Abia’s Metamorphosis Through Leadership Precision (August 5, 2025) Phillips Consulting’s 2025 State Performance Index (pSPI) has crystallized a singular truth: Abia’s transformation under Alex Otti is a masterclass in data-driven governance. As Nigeria’s most rigorous subnational assessment, pSPI’s 37 KPIs across six sectors reveal not incremental change but systemic renaissance. Within this empirical landscape, Otti emerges as the architect of Abia’s redemption—merging technocratic rigor with transformative intentionality. The index dissects his leadership matrix across three pillars of revival. Fiscal Foresight and Infrastructure Revolution dominate Otti’s governance blueprint. His administration ranks number one in capital expenditure per capita,…
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The Shadow Operation: Hijacking Climate Science For Global Enslavement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Shadow Operation: Hijacking Climate Science For Global Enslavement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Shadow Operation: Hijacking Climate Science for Global Enslavement The Covert Seizure of ScienceThe discourse on climate change has been secretly commandeered. What appears as scientific consensus is a weaponized narrative, carefully crafted by shadowy elites embedded in governments, corporations, and corrupted institutions. Their goal is not planetary salvation, but the establishment of a new global order built on fear and submission. Environmental concern is the mask; total control is the objective. Engineered Chaos: The Tools of TyrannyThese rogue actors actively manipulate the planet itself. Using clandestine geoengineering and weather modification programs, they deliberately intensify natural disasters—manufacturing droughts, floods, and…
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OHAFIA HALL OF FAME: ‘We’re Poised To Make A Bold Statement; Those Impacting Only Their Family Members Or For Political Gains And Those Without Biz Address Will Not Be Listed’ – Hon. Chief Mba Ukaha(Chairman, Screening/Planning Committee)

OHAFIA HALL OF FAME: ‘We’re Poised To Make A Bold Statement; Those Impacting Only Their Family Members Or For Political Gains And Those Without Biz Address Will Not Be Listed’ – Hon. Chief Mba Ukaha(Chairman, Screening/Planning Committee)

OHAFIA HALL OF FAME We Are Poised To Make A Bold Statement; 'Those who impacted Only Their Family Members Or For Political Gains And Those Without Business Address Will Not Be Listed For Induction' - Hon. Chief Mba Ukaha(Chairman Screening/Planning Committee) As the screening and selection process for inclusion of reputable individuals from Ohafia Ofurishi for enlistment into the Prestigious OHAFIA HALL OF FAME: A Compendium of 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL/ IMPACTFUL OHAFIANS IN NIGERIA AND DIASPORA draws to conclusion our ATTNEWS team led by Onyemaobi Emetu had an exclusive interview with Hon. Chief Mba Ukaha, a former house of Assembly…
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The 2025 State Performance Index By Philips Consulting: 5 Takeaways For ABIA – By Ctz Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (Chief Press Secretary To Governor Otti)

The 2025 State Performance Index By Philips Consulting: 5 Takeaways For ABIA – By Ctz Ukoha Njoku Ukoha (Chief Press Secretary To Governor Otti)

The 2025 State Performance Index by Phillips Consulting: 5 Takeaways for Abia Phillips Consulting recently published its National Assessment Report for 2025 and shared important development indicators from the 36 states and the FCT. It is a robust report and while I do not agree with everything contained in the publication, there are 5 important takeaways that highlight the remarkable strides of the Governor Alex Otti Administration over the last 2 years and I would share those with us: Abia is Number 1 on capital expenditure per capita in the entire country. The meaning is that the Alex Otti administration…
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Greaseless Momentum: The Self-Sustaining Machinery Of Abia’s Governance Revolution – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Greaseless Momentum: The Self-Sustaining Machinery Of Abia’s Governance Revolution – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Greaseless Momentum: The Self-Sustaining Machinery of Abia’s Governance Revolution (Sequel to Alchemy of the Grease) I. Institutional Architecture: Embedding Frictionless GovernanceGovernor Otti’s transformation of Abia’s institutional DNA transcends one-off reforms. By digitizing land administration from application to Certificate of Occupancy (C-of-O) issuance, his administration eradicated 17 revenue leakage points and enabled real-time gubernatorial approvals—eliminating bureaucratic gatekeepers entirely. This system, powered by the M-Files electronic document management platform, slashed processing time from 18 months to 72 hours while creating an immutable audit trail. The Greater Aba/Ohafia Development Authorities and Umuahia Capital Development Authority (UCDA) now function as precision instruments. The UCDA’s…
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