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Sep

2025

The New Abia: Debunking The Lies With Facts And Evidence – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance

Debunking the Lies with Facts and Evidence 💎 Introduction: Separating Fact from Fiction In recent weeks, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has faced a coordinated campaign of misinformation regarding his administration's policies and achievements. This comprehensive analysis examines the factual record to counter these baseless allegations and provide the public with verified information about the governor's transparent and effective governance approach. Through meticulous documentation and open communication, the Otti administration has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to accountability and development in Abia State. Detailed Rebuttal of Specific Allegations Airport Land Compensation: Transparency in Process Allegation: That Governor Otti lied about…

Sep

2025

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ARICE Phase 1: Inside Governor Otti’s Agricultural Revolution – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Agriculture, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

ARICE Phase 1: Inside Governor Otti’s Agricultural Revolution By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Governor Alex Chioma Otti’s agricultural revolution in Abia State is fast gaining recognition as one of the most pragmatic and people-centred reforms in recent years. The completion of the first phase of the Abia Rice Intensive Cultivation and Expansion (ARICE) Programme represents more than a pilot project; it marks the beginning of a deliberate transformation aimed at achieving food sufficiency and repositioning Abia as a major agricultural hub. The pilot phase, which covered 150 hectares of land in Owerrinta, Isiala Ngwa South, has already produced encouraging results with…

Sep

2025

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Nnamdi Kanu’s Life Is On Tinubu’s Neck – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Health, Presidency, Security

NNAMDI KANU'S LIFE IS ON TINUBU'S NECK. The Igbo nation lately has been inundated by disturbing tales of the deteriorated health condition of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. This alarm has been raised by not a few which includes the Honourable Member Representing his Federal Constituency who visited him just recently, Honorable Obi Aguocha. There is a national consensus for his unconditional release which has been clearly underscored by endless dilation of the trial Court that keeps embarrassing itself and the National Assembly leadership that has in the past pleaded with Mr President to exercise his prerogative of mercy. The Southeast governors…

Sep

2025

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The Dawn Of Light: How A Single Signature Is Illuminating The Future Of ABIA – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Power & Energy

The Dawn of Light: How a Single Signature is Illuminating the Future of Abia In a move being hailed as a monumental breath of fresh air, the landscape of power and potential in Abia State is undergoing a radical transformation. Under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti, a new chapter is being written, one where the hum of electricity is becoming the soundtrack to progress for communities too long left in the dark. A New Framework for Power and Prosperity The catalyst for this change is the recent formalization of the Abia State Mini-Grid Regulation. This is far more than…

Sep

2025

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Governor Otti, Business Community Again Unite For Aba’s Rebirth – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance, Infrastructure

Governor Otti, Business Community Again Unite for Aba’s Rebirth By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The story of Aba, long regarded as the commercial heartbeat of Eastern Nigeria, is being rewritten under the purposeful leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. Once a city suffocated by neglect, insecurity, collapsed infrastructure and poor planning, Aba is now experiencing an unprecedented revival driven by reforms, strategic partnerships and a renewed commitment to good governance. Central to this rebirth is the synergy between Governor Otti’s administration and the Aba business community, whose collaboration is laying the foundation for Aba’s restoration as the economic nerve centre…

Sep

2025

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The Ripple Effect Of Empowerment: How One ABIA Farmer Is Multiplying Governor Otti’s Investment – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Agriculture, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Good Governance

The Ripple Effect of Empowerment: How One Abia Farmer is Multiplying Governor Otti's Investment In the heart of Abia State, a powerful story of agricultural transformation is unfolding—one that moves beyond temporary aid to sustainable empowerment. This story exemplifies a new strategic approach by the Abia State Government under Governor Alex Otti, OFR, demonstrating how targeted investment in human capacity can create a ripple effect of prosperity throughout communities. The catalyst for this change is the innovative CSS (Called Servants to Serve) agricultural initiative. Since 2017, I have served as a consultant to the organization behind CSS, which operates a…

Sep

2025

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Why Ohafia LGA Deserves More Support: A Call For Development Under Trusted Leadership Like Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa)

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

Why Ohafia LGA Deserves More Support: A Call for Development Under Trusted Leadership Like Sam Anya Akaepkuchionwa. In the heart of Abia State, Nigeria, lies Ohafia Local Government Area (LGA)—a land of resilient warriors, rich Igbo heritage, and untapped potential. Home to over 300,000 people across 26 vibrant villages like Elu (the ancestral capital), Ebem, Asaga, and Amaekpu, Ohafia stretches 50 km from Umuahia, the state capital. This Igbo-speaking powerhouse, with its administrative headquarters in Ebem Ohafia, isn't just a dot on the map; it's a cradle of history where ancestors once fought as mighty warriors for kingdoms like Benin,…

Sep

2025

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Otti Declares: Abia’s Support Is A Sacred Trust – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure

Otti Declares: Aba's Support is a Sacred Trust In a resounding affirmation of his administration's core principles, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has articulated a vision of governance built on the unshakable foundations of security, transparency, and relentless progress. His address to the Aba business community was not merely a speech but a powerful covenant with the people, a testament to a leadership style that is both inspirational in its scope and robust in its execution. Governor Otti, with the analytical precision of a seasoned economist and the fervent heart of a visionary, placed security as the non-negotiable bedrock…

Sep

2025

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Otti’s Bold Energy Shift In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D(SSA To Governor Otti OFR 0n Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Power & Energy

Otti's Bold Energy Shift in Abia By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The adoption of the Abia State Mini Grid Regulation is more than a ceremonial policy launch. It is a bold declaration that Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, is determined to build a new economic order where steady electricity powers growth, industrialization and prosperity for the people. In his words at the signing ceremony, electricity is the spark that ignites progress. That statement goes beyond rhetoric. It captures his deep conviction that no society can truly prosper without reliable energy. What sets this move apart is the deliberate way it was…

Sep

2025

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Abia North Senatorial Race 2027: Dr. Sam Anya(Akaekpuchionwa); A Beacon Of Hope For ABIA North

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

ABIA NORTH SENATORIAL RACE 2027 Dr. Sam Anya (Akaepuchionwu): A Beacon of Hope for Abia North In every generation, destiny raises men who embody courage, vision, and the will to drive society forward. For Abia North Senatorial Zone, that man today is Dr. Sam Anya, fondly called Akaepuchionwu a son of the soil from Élu Ohafia, In Ohafia LGA whose passion for service and development is inspiring hope across our communities. For too long, Abia North has been trapped in a cycle of stagnation, recycled politics, and representation that has not matched the aspirations of our people. Our youths remain…