Good Governance

The Conceptual Framework Of ABIA State And Her Otti – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Conceptual Framework Of ABIA State And Her Otti – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Conceptual framework of Abia state and her Otti The conceptual framework of Abia and Her Otti represents Governor Alex Otti's comprehensive plan for Abia State's development. It outlines strategic objectives across key sectors: economy, infrastructure, education, healthcare, and security. This framework ensures coordinated policy implementation, resource allocation, and performance monitoring. By addressing historical challenges and leveraging opportunities, Otti's administration aims to elevate Abia State's socio-economic status. The framework embodies a commitment to inclusive governance, empowering citizens and fostering sustainable progress. Governor Alex Otti's statement regarding pensioners returning money they collected if they don't want to forgo their pensions has…
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The Board Of Ogunzu Foundation Paid Courtesy Visit To The Mayor Of Ohafia LGA Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu

The Board Of Ogunzu Foundation Paid Courtesy Visit To The Mayor Of Ohafia LGA Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu

The Board of Ogunzu Foundation led by its Chairman - Dr Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke today, 21st November 2024, paid a courtesy visit to the Mayor of Ohafia Local Government Area, Honorable Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, to congratulate him on his victory and discuss potential partnerships for people-oriented projects. This collaboration aims to align with the Mayor's core mandate and beliefs, focusing on initiatives that benefit the community. Some key areas of focus for these projects include:Community Development: Partnering with real farmers, not political ones, to understand their needs and provide support.Empowerment Programs: Organizing focus group discussions and administering questionnaires to…
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Political Critique: Is Governor Otti’s Inaugural Promises A Far Cry From Reality In Terms Of Security?

Political Critique: Is Governor Otti’s Inaugural Promises A Far Cry From Reality In Terms Of Security?

Political Critique: Is Governor Otti's Inaugural Promises a Far Cry from Reality in terms of Security? With the violence that erupted yesterday in Ohafia, and the flurry of critisms, which by the way is normal, I thought it wise to explain some salient issues raised by an author shared by Esteemed friend. Secondly, I must express sympathy and solidarity with the family of the slain police man. I pray the colleague recovers fast. It is my sincere prayers that violence will be a thing of the past. Thirdly, to our admirable friends who critice the governor at every given opportunity.…
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Revisiting The ABIA Pension Debacle: The Dramatic U-Turn, Half-Truths And Blackmail – By Eagle Okoro

Revisiting The ABIA Pension Debacle: The Dramatic U-Turn, Half-Truths And Blackmail – By Eagle Okoro

Revisitng the Abia pension debacle: The dramatic U-turn, half-truths and blackmail By Eagle Okoro Brief Background History of Abia Pension Crisis The crisis of irregular payment of pensions to Abia retirees can easily be traced to the inglorious, dark days of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and, precisely, toward the winding down of the eight-year administration of former Gov. Theodore Ahamefula Orji, alias Ochendo, sometime around 2014. The strange development was dumbfounding to the affected retirees, who, naturally took it with incredible equanimity, confident that the experience was going to be shortlived. Unfortunately, it lingered beyond their expectations and surprisingly…
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Abia State: Matters Arising: The Opposition We Urgently Require – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State: Matters Arising: The Opposition We Urgently Require – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State: Matters Arising: The Opposition we urgently require I have spent ample time reading, re-reading opposition materials on the spirit, motive and style of govenrernanace in Abia State. I came to a conclusion that more needs to be done. There seems to be a lack of creativity and imagination in their dear camp. Need I say more? Of course, I will. We all agree to the fact that Abia State, located in southeastern Nigeria, has its unique set of challenges and opportunities. In judiciously studying opposition articles scattered on every social media page, I have also come to the…
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RISE OF THE EAST: Innovate, Disrupt, Thrive: The ABIA Startup Story – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

RISE OF THE EAST: Innovate, Disrupt, Thrive: The ABIA Startup Story – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Rise of the East: Innovate, Disrupt, Thrive: The Abia Startup Story A startup ecosystem refers to the network of individuals, organizations, and resources that support the growth and development of startups in a particular region or industry. This ecosystem provides the necessary environment for startups to flourish, innovate, and scale. Key Components of a Startup Ecosystem are entrepreneurs and founders, mentors and coaches, investors (venture capitalists, angels, crowdfunding), incubators and accelerators, coworking spaces, universities and research institutions, government agencies and policies. Others are corporate partnerships, networking events and conferences, talent pool (developers, designers, marketers)What's the characteristics of a Thriving Startup…
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A Governor And His Strategic Mayors 111 – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Governor And His Strategic Mayors 111 – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Governor and his Strategic Mayors III I read an article titled: Gov. Alex Otti's Alleged 'Authoritarian' policies spark outrage among Abia State Local Government Officials as Chairmen decry new restrictions on appointment, salary caps, and revenue seizure. The author reported that during a closed door meeting on November 13, 2024, there were new Instructions read out by the honorable commissioner of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Prince Uzor Nwachukwu. The author's skillful report can be summarized thus:Restrictions on Appointments:Prohibition on Chairmen appointing key officials, including the Secretary to the Local Government Council. Only the Chief of Staff and a…
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NETWORKING FOR PROGRESS: Dr Otti And Mr Obi Connect With Global Thought Leaders At Yale – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

NETWORKING FOR PROGRESS: Dr Otti And Mr Obi Connect With Global Thought Leaders At Yale – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Networking for Progress: Dr Otti and Mr Obi connect with global thought leaders at Yale Peter Obi was recently at Yale University as a speaker at the Chinua Achebe Leadership in Africa Forum. This prestigious event aims to promote leadership and governance in Africa, aligning with Obi's expertise and experience. As a respected leader and private sector titan, his participation in such forums facilitates knowledge sharing and networking with global thought leaders.Peter Obi's Yale visit was quite the event! He shared valuable insights on effective governance and leadership. On Effective Governance, Obi emphasized the importance of good governance in Africa's…
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Governor Otti’s Fireside Chat At Yale: 5 Takeaways – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha(CPS To Gov. Otti)

Governor Otti’s Fireside Chat At Yale: 5 Takeaways – By Ukoha Njoku Ukoha(CPS To Gov. Otti)

Governor Alex Otti’s Fireside Chat at Yale: 5 Takeaways Abia State Governor, Dr Alex C. Otti, OFR was at Yale University this Friday for an event in honour of the great Chinua Achebe whose life and legacy are becoming objects of great intellectual interests around the world. Here are 5 quick takeaways from Governor Otti’s outing: Abia State has become an oasis in a very large desert: These are very difficult times to be a Nigerian with a near interminable flow of very disturbing reports —inflation is officially at nearly 40% but many informed commentators put the real inflation figures…
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Abia’s Green Gold: Unlocking The Potential Of Palm Oil For Sustainable Development – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia’s Green Gold: Unlocking The Potential Of Palm Oil For Sustainable Development – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia's Green Gold: Unlocking the potential of palm oil for sustainable development Governor Alex Chioma Otti's vision for Abia State is ambitious, with a 50-year plan that aims to transform the state into a major player in various sectors of the domestic and international economy. Today, we want to zero in on the palm oil industry. It is his hope that Abia State representingNigeria will certainly rival Malaysia and Indonesia. Generally, his Prosperous Abia plan is broken down into two 25-year phases, with each phase having its own theme and objectives. The governor's goal is to cascade resources into different…
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