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APC National Chairman: Yilwatda’s Election Will Inspire New Wave Of Unity, Development – Kalu

APC National Chairman: Yilwatda’s Election Will Inspire New Wave Of Unity, Development – Kalu

APC NATIONAL CHAIR: YILWATDA'S ELECTION WILL INSPIRE NEW WAVE OF UNITY, DEVT - KALU As Nigerians and especially members of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, continue to felicitate the newly elected National Chairman of the party, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, a stalwart of the party in Isiugwu, Ohafia, Abia State, Chief Nnanna Uke Kalu has expressed optimism that the new party chief would bring renewed cohesion to the party. Kalu who is the Chief Executive Officer of Virgo Energy Limited, stated this in his congratulatory message to the new National Chairman of the party. Recall that Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, who…
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The Persistent Chasm: Reconciling Public Will With Policy Action – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Persistent Chasm: Reconciling Public Will With Policy Action – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Persistent Chasm: Reconciling Public Will with Policy Action A fundamental tension persists in democracies worldwide: the frequent disconnect between the expressed will of the people and the policies enacted by their governments. This gap, more than a mere bureaucratic inefficiency, represents a core challenge to the legitimacy and effectiveness of governance. The chasm manifests starkly across diverse contexts, eroding public trust and hindering collective progress. Consider the European landscape. Public sentiment across numerous member states has consistently demonstrated overwhelming concern and support for the civilian population in Gaza, urging decisive action towards humanitarian relief and political resolution. Yet, translating…
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Nigeria Is Not A Ranch: A Constitutional Indictment Of The CDS’s Misguided Proposal – By Charles Ude Esq. (Abuja Based Legal Practitioner And Public Opinion Analyst)

Nigeria Is Not A Ranch: A Constitutional Indictment Of The CDS’s Misguided Proposal – By Charles Ude Esq. (Abuja Based Legal Practitioner And Public Opinion Analyst)

Nigeria Is Not a Ranch: A Constitutional Indictment of the CDS’s Misguided Proposal By Charles Ude, Esq.Abuja-based legal practitioner and public opinion analystEmail: charlesude2014@gmail.com | Tel: +2347033424247 A Misguided March into Agricultural Policy The recent pronouncement by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, advocating for the wholesale establishment of ranches across Nigeria as a remedy for the herder-farmer conflicts, is an alarming case of constitutional overreach. Cloaked in the language of national security, this initiative is little more than a rebranded resurrection of the discredited RUGA policy. It is, in essence, an attempt to dress a cadaver…
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Why UK Climate Cash Backs Otti’s ABIA: Africa’s Green Industrial Blueprint – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Why UK Climate Cash Backs Otti’s ABIA: Africa’s Green Industrial Blueprint – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Why UK Climate Cash Backs Otti's Abia: Africa's Green Industrial Blueprint Governor Alex Otti’s administration has ignited an unprecedented wave of transformative governance in Abia State, underpinned by a meticulously engineered framework of infrastructure modernization, energy independence, agro-industrial expansion, and institutional integrity. This bullish momentum transcends mere political rhetoric, crystallizing into measurable economic catalysts that position Abia as Southeast Nigeria’s premier investment destination. The state’s metamorphosis under Otti’s strategic vision leverages public-sector discipline to unlock private capital flows, targeting high-impact sectors with multiplier effects on job creation, revenue growth, and sustainable development. With every policy lever calibrated towards efficiency, transparency,…
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The Canvas Of Change: Otti’s Heraldic Revolution – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Canvas Of Change: Otti’s Heraldic Revolution – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Canvas of Change: Otti’s Heraldic RevolutionGovernor Alex Otti’s 2024 emblem redesign marked a decisive break from Abia’s past visual identity, which his administration dismissed as digitally archaic. Commissioning heraldry experts at zero cost to taxpayers, Otti transformed the state’s symbolism into a narrative of economic rebirth. The eagle, elephant, and leopard now stand as deliberate metaphors for his governance: strategic vision, collective strength, and fearless reform. This rebranding transcends aesthetics—it is a visual manifesto for the 2027 electoral battle, positioning Otti as the architect of a new Abia. Eagle, Elephant, Leopard: The Trifecta of TransformationPerched atop the shield, the…
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Dr. Alex Otti’s Stand On State Creation In Nigeria: A Voice Of Economic Prudence And Equity – Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Dr. Alex Otti’s Stand On State Creation In Nigeria: A Voice Of Economic Prudence And Equity – Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Dr. Alex Otti’s Stand on State Creation in Nigeria: A Voice of Economic Prudence and Equity By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Long before his election as the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, had maintained a clear, consistent, and well-articulated position on the contentious issue of state creation in Nigeria. Writing on August 10, 2020, in his widely read policy commentary “Slicing the Fat from Our Pot Bellies III,” Dr. Otti delivered a compelling critique of Nigeria’s over-bloated and economically unsustainable governance structure. A Clear Economic Position Against the Proliferation of States Dr. Otti strongly opposed the…
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The Syntax Of Clarity: ‘I’M OTTIFIED’ As A Battle Cry – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Syntax Of Clarity: ‘I’M OTTIFIED’ As A Battle Cry – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Syntax of Clarity: "I'M OTTIFIED!" as a Battle CryThe declaration "I'M OTTIFIED!" is syntactic rebellion. Capitalized and punctuated for maximum impact, it transcends despair to become a sharp, undeniable alarm. "I'M" grounds the terror in visceral, personal witness – this individual sees the rot. "OTTIFIED" (Over-The-Top-IFIED) signifies amplified perception, reflecting the overwhelming clarity of recognizing the parasitic machinery devouring the commonwealth. Posting this on a Monday morning transforms from perceived laziness into brave confrontation – a refusal to enter the societal grind cycle silently while exploitation thrives. Philosophical Lucidity: The Ottified as Awakened WitnessesThe "Ottified" state embodies philosophical enlightenment.…
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Wet Season Farming And Food Price Dynamics In ABIA State: An Analysis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Wet Season Farming And Food Price Dynamics In ABIA State: An Analysis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Wet Season Farming and Food Price Dynamics in Abia State: An Analysis Executive SummaryThis paper examines the critical role of wet season farming in Abia State’s food security and economy, detailing key governmental initiatives such as the Wet Season Rice Farming Programme under the In-Growers Scheme. It further analyzes the complex relationship between seasonal agricultural production and local food prices, acknowledging data limitations while highlighting influential factors like seasonal supply fluctuations, transportation costs, and market demand. Recommendations focus on enhancing price monitoring, investing in market infrastructure, and sustaining farmer support to strengthen food security and price stability. 1. IntroductionAgriculture remains…
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Governor Otti’s Strategic Partnership In The Fight Against Malnutrition And Poverty In ABIA State – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Strategic Partnership In The Fight Against Malnutrition And Poverty In ABIA State – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Strategic Partnership in the Fight Against Malnutrition and Poverty in Abia State By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Governor Alex Chioma Otti’s commitment to combating malnutrition in Abia State reflects a far-reaching, strategic, and profoundly human-centered approach to governance. Through the launch of the Nutrition 774 Initiative in partnership with the Federal Government, Governor Otti is confronting a long-standing public health crisis that continues to silently undermine the growth and future of children and families. Describing malnutrition as both a ticking time bomb and a silent emergency, the Governor has framed the issue as one that demands urgent, decisive, and…
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Tinubu’s 2027 Gamble Could Backfire Without Shettima – Baba-Ahmed

Tinubu’s 2027 Gamble Could Backfire Without Shettima – Baba-Ahmed

Tinubu’s 2027 Gamble Could Backfire Without Shettima — Baba-Ahmed Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former spokesperson of the Northern Elders Forum and Special Adviser on Political Matters to the Vice President, has warned that President Bola Tinubu would risk significant political backlash if he decides to drop Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking on Channels Television, Baba-Ahmed stated that any attempt to replace Shettima could be politically disastrous, particularly in the context of the delicate religious and regional balance that underpinned Tinubu’s victory in 2023. He described the decision to run a Muslim-Muslim ticket in the last election…
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