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Jul
22
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
The Otti Imperative: How ABIA Is Forging Africa’s Next Generation Of Leaders, Inspired By Lee Kuan Yew – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Otti Imperative: How ABIA Is Forging Africa’s Next Generation Of Leaders, Inspired By Lee Kuan Yew – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Africa, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Empowerment, Good Governance
The Otti Imperative: How Abia is Forging Africa's Next Generation of Leaders, Inspired by Lee Kuan Yew In the annals of transformative governance, few legacies shine as brightly as that of Lee Kuan Yew, who harnessed disciplined vision and unwavering investment in human capital to forge a global powerhouse from Singapore. Today, echoing that same audacious spirit, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, Governor of Abia State, is scripting a groundbreaking chapter in Nigeria's development narrative. His administration’s laser focus on youth empowerment, exemplified by the recent historic Youth Leaders Town Hall Meeting, transcends mere policy; it represents a fundamental reimagining of…
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Jul
21
2025
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Nigeria ‘Designed To Fail’ – Pastor Tunde Bakare

Nigeria ‘Designed To Fail’ – Pastor Tunde Bakare

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Politics, Security
Nigeria ‘Designed To Fail’ – Pastor Tunde Bakare Nigerian cleric and former presidential aspirant, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has declared that Nigeria is not a broken state but one fundamentally “designed to fail”, calling for a radical overhaul through what he described as a “revolution of values”. Delivering a sermon on Sunday at The Citadel Global Community Church in Lagos, Bakare said the nation was at a crossroads, driven to the edge by a corrupt political architecture propped up by tribalism, injustice, and impunity. “The system is not broken,” Bakare said. “It was designed to fail the people. And no amount…
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Jul
21
2025
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Solidarity Visit By A Seven-Man Delegation Of The UNIEC – A Renewed Appeal For Unconditional And Immediate Release And Rehabilitation Of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu And His Comrades

Solidarity Visit By A Seven-Man Delegation Of The UNIEC – A Renewed Appeal For Unconditional And Immediate Release And Rehabilitation Of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu And His Comrades

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Human Rights, Politics, Presidency, Security
Solidarity Visit by a Seven-Man Delegation of the UNIEC Worldwide National Advisory Council to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu in Abuja.A RENEWED APPEAL FOR UNCONDITIONAL AND IMMEDIATE RELEASE AND REHABILITATION OF MAZI NNAMDI KANU AND HIS COMRADES Various non Igbos and Igbo leaders, including Chief Edwin Clark and Chief Ayo Adebanjo made similar call for the release of Mazi Kanu , but were ignored and incidentally the two men like Mbazulike Amaechi, Chukwuemeka Ezeife , George Obiozo who also made the call as Ohanaze President General, all are now demised. Other igbo leaders such as Maj Gen Collins R.U Ihekire rtd and…
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Jul
21
2025
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Anioma State: A Bridge Of Unity And Balance For The SouthEast And Nigeria – By Charles Ude Esq. (Abuja Based Legal Practitioner/Public Opinion Analyst

Anioma State: A Bridge Of Unity And Balance For The SouthEast And Nigeria – By Charles Ude Esq. (Abuja Based Legal Practitioner/Public Opinion Analyst

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, South East
ANIOMA STATE: A BRIDGE OF UNITY AND BALANCE FOR THE SOUTHEAST AND NIGERIA By Charles Ude, Esq.Abuja-based legal practitioner, public opinion analyst.📩 charlesude2014@gmail.com, "You cannot tie a goat at the edge of a cliff and blame it for falling." , Igbo Proverb I. INTRODUCTION: A FEDERAL BALANCE TILTED As a proud son of the Southeast, my submission on the creation of Anioma State is rooted not in ethnic sentiment but in the call for federal equity, geopolitical balance, and historical redress. The Southeast geopolitical zone remains the only region with five states, while all others boast six or more. This…
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Jul
20
2025
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The Digital Reinvention: How Governor Otti Is Retooling Abia’s Public Sector For A Tech-Driven Future – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Digital Reinvention: How Governor Otti Is Retooling Abia’s Public Sector For A Tech-Driven Future – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
The Digital Reinvention: How Governor Otti is Retooling Abia’s Public Sector for a Tech-Driven Future In a bold move emblematic of his administration’s forward-thinking ethos, Governor Alex Otti has dispatched four senior Abia State officials to China for advanced technological training—a strategic investment poised to redefine public service efficiency and innovation. This delegation, comprising Ms. Chibuzor Elizabeth Chijioke (Special Assistant on Science, Technology & Innovation), Mrs. Justina Eboh (Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Science & Technology), Mrs. Nnedinma Nwadinobi (Ministry of Arts, Culture & Creative Economy), and Mr. Ogwo Chimaoge (Bureau of Training), will undergo intensive instruction from July 17 to…
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Jul
19
2025
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The Assembling Of Governor Otti’s Allies To Raise Billions Of Naira For ABIA Security Trust Fund, A Step In The Right Direction – By Divine Nwankwo, HOD(Information), Government House Umuahia

The Assembling Of Governor Otti’s Allies To Raise Billions Of Naira For ABIA Security Trust Fund, A Step In The Right Direction – By Divine Nwankwo, HOD(Information), Government House Umuahia

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, People & Events, Security
THE ASSEMBLING OF GOVERNOR OTTI'S ALLIES TO RAISE BILLIONS OF NAIRA FOR ABIA SECURITY TRUST FUND, A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Written by Divine NwankwoHoD (Information), Government House Umuahia History was made on Thursday 10th July 2025, as the security conscious andinfluential Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR assembled his friends and associates at the International Conference Centre Umuahia to launch the Abia State Security Trust Fund aimed at raising billions of Naira to support the security operations in Abia State. The Security Trust Fund is a public -private partnership initiative designed to mobilize resources from…
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Jul
17
2025
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ABA Revival: Governor Otti’s Water Scheme As A Governance Game-Changer – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

ABA Revival: Governor Otti’s Water Scheme As A Governance Game-Changer – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Infrastructure
Aba Revival: Governor Otti's Water Scheme as a Governance Game-Changer By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD With the historic flag-off of the Aba Regional Water Scheme on July 16, 2025, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has ignited a transformative revival in Abia State’s governance landscape. More than just a project to restore water supply, the initiative—launched at Christ the King Catholic Cathedral (CKC), Aba—is a bold declaration that public infrastructure can once again serve the people, that leadership can be trusted, and that dignity can be restored where it was long denied. For over three decades, the Aba Regional Water Scheme lay…
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Jul
17
2025
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Aisha Was Divorced From Buhari Before He Died – Farooq Kperogi

Aisha Was Divorced From Buhari Before He Died – Farooq Kperogi

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Gossips, Love & Life, Politics
Aisha Was Divorced From Buhari Before He Died – Farooq Kperogi A Professor of Journalism and Emerging Media at Kennesaw State University, Farooq Kperogi, has alleged that Aisha was no longer married to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. Kperogi made this claim in a post on his verified Facebook page on Wednesday. According to him, Aisha had dropped Buhari as her surname and reverted to her maiden name, Halilu. He further alleged that Aisha was reluctant to travel to the United Kingdom to care for Buhari when he became ill. Kperogi was reacting to quotes attributed to Aisha, which…
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Jul
16
2025
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Governance And Conspiracy Theorists In ABIA State (2023-2025): Otti’s Transformative Leadership Amidst Opposition Sabotage – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Governance And Conspiracy Theorists In ABIA State (2023-2025): Otti’s Transformative Leadership Amidst Opposition Sabotage – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Governance and Conspiracy Theorists in Abia State (2023–2025): Otti’s Transformative Leadership Amidst Opposition Sabotage I. Introduction: Conspiracy Theories as Tools of Political SabotageSince his 2023 inauguration, Governor Alex Otti has spearheaded Abia’s transformation from "Nigeria’s dirtiest state" to a model of infrastructural and economic renewal. However, this progress triggered systematic opposition campaigns that weaponized conspiracy theories to discredit reforms. Narratives like "budget mismanagement," "foreign puppet mastery," and "elite sellout" emerged, aiming to undermine Otti’s credibility. These tactics reflect a broader strategy: labeling evidence-based critiques as "irrational" to silence dissent while obscuring historical marginalization of communities like Ukwa . II. Infrastructure…
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Jul
15
2025
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Misguided Celebrations And Misinformation: Reflecting On Buhari’s Legacy And The Igbo Narrative – By Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu

Misguided Celebrations And Misinformation: Reflecting On Buhari’s Legacy And The Igbo Narrative – By Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, South East
MISGUIDED CELEBRATIONS AND MISINFORMATION: REFLECTING ON BUHARI’S LEGACY AND THE IGBO NARRATIVE By Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu The celebration of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s death by some Nigerians, particularly among the Igbo community, is not only disheartening but also a troubling reflection of a deeper malaise in the social and political fabric of the nation. The spread of baseless conspiracy theories, such as the claim that Buhari died in 2017 and was replaced by a “Jubril of Sudan,” reveals a disturbing trend of misinformation that seems to find particular traction among certain Igbo groups. This narrative, propagated largely by individuals from the…
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