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Jan

2025

From Neglect To Revival: Otti’s ABA Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

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

From Neglect to Revival: Otti's Aba Transformation Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Aba, the economic nerve center of the South East and South South, has experienced a transformation under Governor Alex Otti's administration. Once a thriving commercial hub, Aba earned the nickname "the Japan of Africa" due to its entrepreneurial prowess and craftsmanship. However, years of neglect and abandonment led to infrastructure collapse, decay, and rot. The city's roads became impassable, streets were littered with refuse, and the once-thriving markets were in shambles. Aba's contributions to the early development of Igboland cannot be overstated. The city attracted Ndigbo from other states and…

Jan

2025

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Resilience In Adversity: Lessons From ABA Businesses On Sustainable Entrepreneurship – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Resilience in Adversity: Lessons from Aba Businesses on Sustainable Entrepreneurship Aba, a city in Abia State, Nigeria, is renowned for its vibrant business community, particularly in the manufacturing and trading sectors. Despite facing numerous challenges, including infrastructure deficits, limited access to finance, and regulatory hurdles, Aba businesses have consistently demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability. This article explores the strategies employed by Aba businesses to remain sustainable in the face of adversity, offering valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and policymakers worldwide. This article is a product of one of the business luncheons organized by Governor Otti to press home his appeal for…

Jan

2025

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Otti 2027: A Narrative Of Truth, Progress And Development – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Otti 2027: A Narrative of Truth, Progress and Developlopment Truth and political narratives are intertwined in complex ways, particularly in the context of Abia State's 2027 elections. Political narratives often blur the lines between fact and fiction, making it challenging to discern the truth. Governor Alex Otti's narrative of development and progress, for instance, may be based on factual achievements, but it can also be embellished or distorted to serve political purposes. Similarly, opposing parties may create counter-narratives that dispute Otti's claims or highlight his alleged shortcomings. The tension between truth and political narratives raises important questions about the role…

Jan

2025

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Otti’s ABIA Vision 2025 And Beyond: Transformation, Not Competition – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

Otti's Abia Vision 2025 and Beyond: Transformation, Not Competition Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's administration is on a mission to transform Abia State, staying focused despite distractions. Attempts by some Abia PDP agents and social media critics to compare him to Enugu State Governor, Mr. Peter Mba, have not swayed Governor Otti from his comprehensive vision for Abia's rebuilding. These comparisons, often made in bad faith, aim to instigate rivalry between the governors, but Governor Otti remains committed to his goals. After 24 years of destruction, abandonment, corruption, and looting by the Abia PDP, Governor Otti has made significant…

Jan

2025

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Gov. Otti At Ministers Prayer Network Anniversary, Maintains Stance On Using Government Money Solely For Government Business

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Religion

GOV. OTTI AT MINISTERS PRAYER NETWORK ANNIVERSARY, MAINTAINS STANCE ON USING GOVT. MONEY SOLELY FOR GOVT. BUSINESS Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has once again maintained his stance that government money must not be used for private endeavors but solely for government businesses. Speaking on Wednesday, 8th January, at the 30th anniversary of Ministers Prayer Network held at their Headquarters in Ukwa West LGA, Governor Otti who attended the event alongside his wife, Her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, said that he has always maintained running government and separating government from the individual, noting that the same applies to…

Jan

2025

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Gov. Otti Assures Nigerian Geological Survey Agency Of Synergy To Improve Abia’s Local Industry

Abia State, Business, Good Governance, News Flash

GOV OTTI ASSURES NIGERIAN GEOLOGICAL SURVEY AGENCY OF SYNERGY TO IMPROVE ABIA'S LOCAL INDUSTRY The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, earlier today, received the Director, Nigerian Geological Survey Agency, Mr. Isaac Mba Okorie and his team, who paid a courtesy call on him. The team is on an official assignment to the State to explore the mineral resources of the state with a special concentration on kaoline. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Lekwachi Emetu, FNSE, Otti noted that the profiling of kaolin in different areas of the state will contribute to the economic development…

Jan

2025

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Dancing Naked In Eke Market Square Part 2: Investigating The Fact In Real Terms, Ikpeazu Actually Received More FAAC Allocation Than Otti! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Part 2 of Dancing Naked in Ekè Market Square: Investigating the Fact that in Real Terms, Ikpeazu Actually Received More FAAC Allocation than Otti! As we delve deeper into the analysis of FAAC allocations in Abia State, it becomes increasingly evident that the numbers tell a story that is far more complex than initially meets the eye. The disparity between Ikpeazu's and Otti's FAAC allocations, when adjusted for inflation and exchange rates, raises critical questions about the state's economic management and the impact of external factors on its fiscal policies. In Part 2 of our analysis, we will explore the…

Jan

2025

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Dancing Naked In Eke Market Square: Investigating The Fact That In Real Terms, Ikpeazu Actually Received More FAAC Allocation Than Otti – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

Dancing Naked in Ekè Market Square: Investigating the fact that in real terms, Ikpeazu actually received more FAAC allocation than Otti! Dancing naked in Ekè Market Square is a metaphorical expression that encapsulates the absurdity of Abia State's opposition. The phrase is derived from the Igbo proverb, "Do not dance naked in the market square, lest you be shamed." In this context, the opposition's criticism of the state government's development efforts is akin to dancing naked – it exposes their own lack of vision and contribution to the state's underdevelopment. The opposition's antics are a manifestation of the legacy of…

Jan

2025

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Otti’s Leadership: Unlocking New Opportunities For ABIA In 2025 – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D

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

Otti's Leadership: Unlocking New Opportunities for Abia in 2025 Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's New Year message for 2025 is a testament to his administration's commitment to transforming Abia State into a hub of socio-economic development and prosperity. Since assuming office on May 29, 2023, Governor Otti has made significant strides in critical sectors such as health, education, agriculture, road construction, and reconstruction. These achievements demonstrate his administration's dedication to improving the lives of Abians and setting the state on a path to greatness. In the health sector, the Otti administration has initiated the renovation of 200 primary healthcare…

Jan

2025

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The Otti Bump Is Real: Growth In Small And Medium -Sized Enterprises (SMEs) – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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

The Otti Bump is Real: Growth in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) The streets of Abia State are buzzing with renewed economic activity, thanks to the impactful policies of Governor Alex Otti. From the bustling markets of Ariaria to the industrial hubs of Osisioma, the state is witnessing a remarkable turnaround. Statistics show that over 5,000 new businesses have sprung up in the past year alone, creating jobs and opportunities for thousands of residents. The numbers are telling: Abia State's GDP has grown by 20% in the past two years, outpacing the national average. The state's poverty rate has also…