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Oct
05
2025
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The Ontological Scission: Otti’s Governance As An Existential Rupture In Abia’s Political Consciousness – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Ontological Scission: Otti’s Governance As An Existential Rupture In Abia’s Political Consciousness – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
The Ontological Scission: Otti’s Governance as an Existential Rupture in Abia’s Political Consciousness The recent political theatrics surrounding President Tinubu's passage through Abia have revealed far more than a mere protocol disagreement; they have unveiled a fundamental schism in the very conception of power. What the myopic opposition celebrates as a "snub" is, in the grand theatre of being, a profound ontological event—a moment where the simulacrum of power was decisively unmasked by its authentic counterpart. The Spectacle of Power Versus the Power of Substance For decades, the political lexicon in Abia was predicated on a hollow phenomenology. Governance was…
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Oct
04
2025
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Why Chief Dr. Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa) Will Not Fail Ndi Abia North – By Akaekpuchionwa Media Team

Why Chief Dr. Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa) Will Not Fail Ndi Abia North – By Akaekpuchionwa Media Team

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
WHY CHIEF. DR. SAM ANYA (AKAEKPUCHIONWA)WILL NOT FAIL NDI ABIA NORTH. Chief. Dr. Sam Anya has consistently shown his love and commitment to the people of Nigeria through his proven track record of advocacy, transparency, and visionary leadership. He understands the unique challenges faced by the communities in Nigeria and has developed practical solutions to address them. His "Pet Foundation - Akaepkuchionwa Movement" vision is not just a campaign slogan but a commitment to change the narrative. With his solid leadership experience, he will effectively manage resources, build necessary infrastructure, and promote sustainable development that benefits all in Abia North.…
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Oct
04
2025
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Much Ado About President Tinubu’s Abia Visit: A Testament To Otti’s Integrity And A Sting To The Wicked – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Much Ado About President Tinubu’s Abia Visit: A Testament To Otti’s Integrity And A Sting To The Wicked – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
Much Ado About President Tinubu's Abia Visit: A Testament to Otti's Integrity and A Sting to the Wicked To the great and resilient people of Abia, both at home and in the diaspora, who stand tall and see with clear eyes, this message is for you. In the face of the recent political drama and the orchestrated noise from sinking quarters, one fact rings out with the clarity of a bell in the Umuahia morning: Abia's Treasury is not for sale, and will never be, from 2023 - 2031 and beyond. The so-called "snub" of Governor Alex Otti by President…
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Oct
03
2025
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Why Commissioning PortHarcourt And Other Roads In ABA Goes Beyond A Presidential Visit – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Why Commissioning PortHarcourt And Other Roads In ABA Goes Beyond A Presidential Visit – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
WHY COMMISSIONING PORTHARCOURT AND OTHER ROADS IN ABA GOES BEYOND A PRESIDENTIAL VISIT. By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere While it is yet unclear whether President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will honor today's invitation to come and commission the Portharcourt and other roads projects completed by Governor Alex Otti, it must be said that the several attempts made by Governor Alex Otti to bring the President to Abia soil to commission the long completed 6.3km Portharcourt road is first and foremost an acknowledgement of the fact that the Tinubu government granted its permission for the Alex Otti government to work on the…
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Oct
02
2025
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President Tinubu To Commission Governor Otti’s Strategic Road Projects In ABA As America Applauds Abia’s Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

President Tinubu To Commission Governor Otti’s Strategic Road Projects In ABA As America Applauds Abia’s Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Good Governance, Presidency
President Tinubu to Commission Governor Otti’s Strategic Road Projects in Aba as America Applauds Abia’s Transformation By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Tomorrow, Friday, October 3rd, Abia State will witness yet another historic moment as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visits Aba to commission some strategic road projects delivered under the transformative leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. For the people of Abia, this is more than a routine presidential visit. It represents a strong national endorsement of the sweeping reforms and infrastructural renewal that have repositioned the state in just over two years. The commissioning of the reconstructed Portharcourt Road, once…
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Oct
02
2025
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Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Partnership With The Federal Government – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Partnership With The Federal Government – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Good Governance
Governor Alex Otti's Strategic Partnership with the Federal Government Governor Alex Otti's invitation to President Bola Tinubu to commission state-funded projects is a strategic move that underscores a commitment to transcending partisan politics for developmental purposes. This action aligns with a recognized pattern from the Presidency, which has noted that President Tinubu is "unconditionally partnering with opposition governors" to achieve a national consensus for progress. By inviting the President, Governor Otti is fostering a collaborative relationship with the federal government, which can be crucial for attracting further investment and federal projects to Abia State. This approach highlights a focus on…
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Oct
01
2025
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President Tinubu’s Visit And Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda In Enyimba City – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

President Tinubu’s Visit And Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda In Enyimba City – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Good Governance, Presidency
President Tinubu’s Visit and Governor Otti’s Transformation Agenda in Enyimba City By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The historic city of Aba, popularly known as the Enyimba City and long celebrated as the commercial heartbeat of the Southeast, is today witnessing a bold transformation agenda under the purposeful leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. Once neglected by successive administrations, Aba’s vital infrastructure collapsed, stifling its vibrant economy and forcing residents and businesses to endure untold hardship. Roads failed, drainage systems deteriorated, and the city’s famed commercial energy was almost extinguished until Governor Otti’s intervention began to restore hope and reposition Aba…
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Oct
01
2025
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Beyond Road Infrastructure: A New Blueprint For Urban Development And Housing – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Beyond Road Infrastructure: A New Blueprint For Urban Development And Housing – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
A New Blueprint for Urban Development and Housing Beyond road infrastructure, the government is executing an ambitious urban renewal strategy that includes significant housing schemes. Under a public-private partnership model, several housing estates have been earmarked for development, including the Mbara-Akuma, Ubakala, and Amakama Housing Estates . In a move signaling a break from the past, the administration has also undertaken audits and recovery of state properties, such as the Abia Hotels in Aba, Arochukwu, and Umuahia, which were allegedly handed over to cronies of previous administrations . This effort to reclaim and repurpose public assets is part of a…
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Sep
30
2025
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“Crossing The Line”: When Opposition Criticism Becomes Contemptuous And A Nuisance To The State – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“Crossing The Line”: When Opposition Criticism Becomes Contemptuous And A Nuisance To The State – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
"Crossing the Line": When Opposition Criticism Becomes "Contemptuous" and a Nuisance to the State The recent Federal High Court judgment declaring shadow governments unconstitutional has fundamentally redrawn the line between legitimate opposition and unlawful activity in Nigeria. For political actors in Abia State, this ruling transforms the political arena: criticism is a right, but establishing a parallel government is now an illegal act. This legal precedent forces a critical examination of when robust political engagement crosses the line into what the state has termed a "nuisance," a transition from constitutional dissent to contemptuous challenge that threatens public order and invites…
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Sep
28
2025
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Ikenna Ukwa Felicitates With Chief Kelvin Jombo, Igurube Abiriba Enachioken

Ikenna Ukwa Felicitates With Chief Kelvin Jombo, Igurube Abiriba Enachioken

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO CHIEF KELVIN JOMBO, IGURUBE ABIRIBA ENACHIOKEN I join the good people of Abiriba Enachioken and the entire Abians to felicitate Chief Kelvin Jombo Onumah on the auspicious occasion of his birthday anniversary. As the Chairman of Sublime Group of Companies and a serial Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, he has impacted lives positively. May this special day mark the beginning of a joyous year filled with love, good health, success, and happiness. On behalf of my family and the entire members of IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP, we are wishing him a wonderful celebration and a year ahead that brings…
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