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Jul
20
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
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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Jul
14
2025
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N3.4Billion & Counting: Otti’s Titans Forge Abia’s Security Shield As Trust Delivers – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

N3.4Billion & Counting: Otti’s Titans Forge Abia’s Security Shield As Trust Delivers – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Security
#3.4Billion & Counting: Otti's Titans Forge Abia's Security Shield as Trust Delivers ₦3.4Billion & Counting: Otti's Titans Forge Abia's Security Shield as Trust Delivers** defines the historic convergence where Governor Alex Otti's unparalleled network of Nigeria's industrial and philanthropic titans, forged through decades of integrity and relationship-building, translated profound trust into monumental action, raising an unprecedented and still-growing ₦3.4 billion in a single day to establish the bedrock of safety – the Abia Security Trust Fund – shielding the state's future and proving that genuine goodwill delivers tangible, transformative results. Beneath the Umuahia sky, a seismic shift resonated – not…
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Jul
12
2025
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As Otti Unleashes Abia’s Infrastructure Rebirth – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

As Otti Unleashes Abia’s Infrastructure Rebirth – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
As Otti Unleashes Abia’s Infrastructure Rebirth By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD With the formal launch of the Abia State Integrated Infrastructure Development (ABSIID) project, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has initiated far more than a construction programme — he has set in motion a bold rebirth of the state’s economic and infrastructural foundation. After years of neglect marked by crumbling roads, environmental decay, and stalled development initiatives, Abia is now entering a new era where progress is not only planned but taking physical shape. Through ABSIID, Governor Otti is leading a road revolution that transcends mobility — it is transforming how…
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Jul
11
2025
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Nigeria’s Transport Revolution: A 4-Year State Of Emergency For Jobs, Growth & Security – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Nigeria’s Transport Revolution: A 4-Year State Of Emergency For Jobs, Growth & Security – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, Infrastructure, Transportation
Nigeria's Transport Revolution: A 4-Year State of Emergency for Jobs, Growth & Security Abuja, Nigeria – July 2025: A bold, comprehensive plan is being proposed to tackle Nigeria's critical transportation infrastructure deficit head-on, declaring a 4-Year State of Emergency on Land, Rail, and Water Transportation. This ambitious initiative aims not just to repair roads and rails, but to ignite widespread economic activity, generate long-term employment across all 700+ Local Government Areas (LGAs), and significantly enhance national security. Beyond Phases: A Nationwide Mobilization Unlike traditional piecemeal approaches, this plan mandates simultaneous execution across the entire nation. Leveraging the proven efficiency and…
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Jul
11
2025
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Securing ABIA: Otti’s Bold Vision For Peace, Prosperity, And Progress – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Securing ABIA: Otti’s Bold Vision For Peace, Prosperity, And Progress – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Security
Securing Abia: Otti’s Bold Vision for Peace, Prosperity, and Progress By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Security, more than any other factor, determines the trajectory of development in any society. In Abia State, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has elevated the issue of security from a background concern to a front-burner priority—establishing it as the fulcrum of his administration’s reform agenda. With clarity of purpose and unwavering resolve, Governor Otti is not just responding to insecurity; he is dismantling its foundations and rebuilding Abia as a haven of peace, investment, and productivity. From the onset of his administration in May 2023, Governor…
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