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Feb
27
2025
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Guardians Of Heritage, Architects Of Tomorrow: Abia’s Royal Renaissance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Guardians Of Heritage, Architects Of Tomorrow: Abia’s Royal Renaissance – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
Guardians of Heritage, Architects of Tomorrow: Abia’s Royal Renaissance Today's thought emphasizes the dual role of all our Royal Fathers as protectors of culture and drivers of progress, while "renaissance" adds a dynamic, aspirational tone aligned with Dr Alex Chioma Otti's vision of a revitalized Abia. Bridging Heritage and Development Governor Otti once told a gathering of like minds: Abia State, a cultural and economic hub in southeastern Nigeria,. From research and conversation with a select number of persons on the phone as I gathered materials, she comprises 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs), each governed by a blend of modern…
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Feb
26
2025
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The Risk Of Defending The Truth In A Post-Truth World: The Case Of ABIA State, Nigeria

The Risk Of Defending The Truth In A Post-Truth World: The Case Of ABIA State, Nigeria

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
The Risk of Defending the Truth in a Post-Truth world: The Case of Abia State, Nigeria In a post-truth world, defending the truth can be a daunting task, especially in Abia State, Nigeria, where governance challenges and social fragmentation were rampant. Abia State, located in southeastern Nigeria, is part of the Igbo-dominated region with a history of political repression. Despite its rich cultural heritage and abundant human capital, the state faced systemic issues like corruption scandals, disputed elections, and underdevelopment. Today, defending truth in Abia State comes with significant risks, including political risks such as social media retaliation and harassment.…
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Feb
26
2025
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Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President Posthumously, Kalu Tells Tinubu

Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President Posthumously, Kalu Tells Tinubu

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, Presidency
Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President Posthumously, Kalu Tells Tinubu Former Governor of Abia State, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare the late Chief MKO Abiola one of Nigeria’s presidents posthumously. Kalu said Abiola’s portrait should also be hung among the portraits of Nigerian presidents. He spoke at the National Assembly on Tuesday against the background of the recent admission by former military president, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (retd.) that Abiola indeed won the June 12, 1993 presidential election, adjudged to be freest and fairest conducted in the country at the time. IBB, had in his memoirs,…
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Feb
26
2025
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Otti’s Development Train Rolls Into Umunneochi – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Otti’s Development Train Rolls Into Umunneochi – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
Otti's Development Train Rolls into Umunneochi Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's administration is set to embark on another landmark project, the construction of the Mbala-Umuaku-Ngodo Road in Umunneochi Local Government Area. This 11.27km road project, handled by I. A. C. Allied Tech and Construction Company Ltd, is a testament to Governor Otti's commitment to modernizing Abia's road network and enhancing the economic potential of rural communities. This project is part of the Governor's broader vision for Abia State, which he outlined in his inaugural speech. He emphasized the need to rebuild the state, restore its values, and bring prosperity…
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Feb
25
2025
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Otti: When Blackmail, Falsehood Fail To Eclipse Progress In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Otti: When Blackmail, Falsehood Fail To Eclipse Progress In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
Otti: When Blackmail, Falsehood Fail to Eclipse Progress in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti has demonstrated exceptional leadership in rebuilding Abia State, which was previously mismanaged by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). His administration has developed a comprehensive framework to transform Abia into a prosperous and developed state. This framework underscores Governor Otti's preparedness to reposition Abia on the path of development, sustainable socio-economic growth, and prosperity. In less than two years, Governor Otti has made significant progress in various sectors, including infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and agriculture. His commitment to transparency and accountability has earned him widespread…
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Feb
25
2025
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Teachers Rejoice: Governor Otti’s Administration Brings Joy And Development As Abia State Prepares For AbiaFirst Initiative Tomorrow – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Teachers Rejoice: Governor Otti’s Administration Brings Joy And Development As Abia State Prepares For AbiaFirst Initiative Tomorrow – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance
Teachers Rejoice: Governor Otti's Administration Brings Joy and Development as Abia State prepares for AbiaFirst Initative tomorrow Governor Alex Otti's administration is gearing up for a major program tomorrow - AbiaFirst, focusing on upgrading Abia State's educational system. As part of this effort, my team and I travelled from Abuja collaborated with local teams in Abia State to assess the current state of education. Due to financial constraints, they concentrated on Ohafia Local Government, surveying four schools and interviewing teachers, spending an average of 72 minutes per respondent. The team gathered insightful feedback, including a heartfelt tribute from Mrs. Victoria…
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Feb
25
2025
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Tales Of A Money Heist: The Drowned Former Finance Commissioner And His Desperation To Stay Afloat – By Miracle Chukwunenye (Media Aide To Governor Otti)

Tales Of A Money Heist: The Drowned Former Finance Commissioner And His Desperation To Stay Afloat – By Miracle Chukwunenye (Media Aide To Governor Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
TALES OF A MONEY HEIST: THE DROWNED FORMER FINANCE COMMISSIONER AND HIS DESPERATION TO STAY AFLOAT. "The guilty always seek to condemn the innocent, for in doing so, they justify their own guilt" ~ Miracle Chukwunenye Here in Abia, a former commissioner of finance under the Ikpeazu-led administration has proven the above quote to be true. In his desperation to vilify the efforts of Governor Alex Otti's administration, he is seen daily dancing naked in the streets of shame, guilt, and public opprobrium, just to make a point and disparage the New Abia administration. But, in fact, each time he…
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Feb
24
2025
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Tinubu Appointing His ‘Boys’ – El-Rufai

Tinubu Appointing His ‘Boys’ – El-Rufai

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality, Politics
Tinubu Appointing His ‘Boys’ – El-Rufai Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, has criticised the appointments made by President Bola Tinubu since assuming office. Speaking on Monday during an interview on Arise TV, El-Rufai said Tinubu is only appointing his ‘boys’ from Lagos into political offices. El-Rufai said: “The president’s appointments are not being made because the appointees are Yoruba, but because they are his own boys. Most of the appointments do not even reasonably cover the South-West. “So people should stop confusing the truth. The appointments are not balanced. Yes, definitely, definitely, right? You cannot argue that, but…
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Feb
24
2025
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Progress Over Propaganda: An Assessment Of Otti’s Week Of Strategic Social Investment – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Progress Over Propaganda: An Assessment Of Otti’s Week Of Strategic Social Investment – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
*Progress Over Propaganda: *An assessment of Otti's week of strategic social investment** In the face of unprecedented progress, critics of Governor Alex Otti's administration have resorted to peddling propaganda and misinformation. Despite the tangible results on the ground, naysayers continue to spread falsehoods and conspiracy theories in a desperate bid to discredit the governor's achievements. However, the people of Abia State are not fooled; they can see the progress with their own eyes. One of the most notable achievements of Governor Otti's administration is the delivery of reliable power in Aba, the commercial hub of Abia State. This feat, which…
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Feb
24
2025
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Nigerians React As Ex-RCCG Campus Pastor Weds Gay Partner In US

Nigerians React As Ex-RCCG Campus Pastor Weds Gay Partner In US

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Gossips, Love & Life, Marriage And Love
Nigerians react as ex-RCCG campus pastor weds gay partner in USThe couple wedded on Wednesday Jimmy Adekoya, a former campus pastor and leader of the Redeemed Christian Fellowship (RCF) at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), has sparked controversy on social media following news of his same-sex wedding in the United States. Mr Adekoya, who graduated from the OOU, served as a preacher, music director, and President of RCF before graduating in 2019. Photos of Mr Adekoya, who holds a Master’s degree in Medical Microbiology from the University of Hertford, alongside his gay partner, Seamus O’Donovan (identified as the wife), surfaced online…
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