Good Governance

Nov
11
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Governor Otti Attends The 27th Anniversary Of Mountain Of Fire And Miracle Ministry

Governor Otti Attends The 27th Anniversary Of Mountain Of Fire And Miracle Ministry

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Religion
GOVERNOR OTTI ATTENDS THE 27TH ANNIVERSARY OF MOUNTAIN OF FIRE AND MIRACLE MINISTRIES. Earlier today, the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti OFR, and his wife, her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Otti attended the 27th anniversary of the South-East VI Regional Headquarters of the Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries at Amuzukwu, Umuahia. The Governor's presence at the anniversary service elicited great joy and ovation from the congregants who could not hide their joy of having him worship with them. The Governor thanked the Church for their continued prayers and support for his administration. He encouraged the…
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Nov
11
2024
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Gov. Otti Hosts Mayors, Pledges To Work With Out-Gone Mayors Who Performed.

Gov. Otti Hosts Mayors, Pledges To Work With Out-Gone Mayors Who Performed.

Abia State, Good Governance, LGA, News Flash, Politics
GOV. OTTI HOSTS MAYORS, PLEDGES TO WORK WITH OUT-GONE MAYORS WHO PERFORMED. Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti has hosted the Out-Gone Mayors and the current Mayors and their Deputies in a dinner where he announced that most of the outgone Mayors of the 17 LGAs of the state would be accommodated in his government. Speaking at the event held in the Banquet Hall, Government House Umuahia, Governor Alex Otti appreciated the various achievements of the immediate past Mayors and their Deputies and expressed deep pride and gratitude to them for making themselves available to serve Abians at the grassroots.…
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Nov
11
2024
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Gov. Otti Receives Graduands Of Nigeria Police Academy, Charges Then To Work Hard

Gov. Otti Receives Graduands Of Nigeria Police Academy, Charges Then To Work Hard

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Security
GOV. OTTI RECEIVES GRADUANDS OF NIGERIA POLICE ACADEMY, CHARGES THEM TO WORK HARD. Abia State Governor has charged graduands of the Nigerian Police Academy to work hard and contribute to the security of the country. Governor Otti gave the charge in his Nvosi Isialangwa South LGA country home while receiving in audience 15 Abia indigenes who graduated recently from the Nigeria Police Academy, Kano. He advised them to exhibit professionalism in the discharge of their duties. The Governor while congratulating them on passing out in flying colours, warned them against cutting corners and urged them to remain good ambassadors of…
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Nov
10
2024
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Ohafia LGA’s Economic Renaissance: Harnessing Local Resources For Revenue Expansion – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Ohafia LGA’s Economic Renaissance: Harnessing Local Resources For Revenue Expansion – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Business, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Ohafia LGA
Ohafia LGA's Economic Renaissance: Harnessing Local Resources for Revenue Expansion Abia State's Ohafia LGA Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) data 2021 was not readily available at the time of preparing this report, however this discussion must be brought to the front burner. Let's provide some insights on Nigeria's IGR for that period. In the first half of 2021, Nigeria's 36 states and the FCT generated N849,123,384,003.55 in IGR, with a 13.21% growth from the first to the second quarter. Lagos State led with N267,232,774,434.06, followed by FCT and Rivers State. The South-West zone had the highest revenue, while the North-East zone…
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Nov
10
2024
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Leaking Government Documents: A Serious Crime With Serious Consequences – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Leaking Government Documents: A Serious Crime With Serious Consequences – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, Good Governance, News Flash
Leaking Government Documents: A Serious Crime with Serious Consequences My attention was brought to a publication by a Facebook page: Eke O. Ako making a case for the release of a gentleman named Nwabueze Onyekachi Every action has its equal repercussion. Physics experiments discovered that to every action, there's an equal and opposite reaction. I have mentioned times without number that he who comes to equity must come with clean hands. It's so funny that when a few fellow writers of mine, who were party to the bulkernization of Abia State finances and development opportunities, having failed in securing some…
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Nov
09
2024
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Governor Otti Felicitates With Senator T.A. Orji At 75

Governor Otti Felicitates With Senator T.A. Orji At 75

Abia State, Birthday, Good Governance, Personality
GOVERNOR OTTI FELICITATES WITH SENATOR T.A. ORJI AT 75 The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR has congratulated the former Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Senator Theodore Ahamefula Orji on the occasion of his 75th Birthday. In a goodwill birthday message, Governor Otti thanked God for preserving Sen. Orji’s life and blessing the former Governor with longevity and good health. He wished him well as a leader and Senior Citizen in the state. While wishing the Former Governor a memorable birthday celebration, the Abia Chief Executive, on behalf of his family and the good people…
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Nov
09
2024
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Cottage Industries: Unlocking The Potentials Of Local Artisans In Ohafia LGA – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Cottage Industries: Unlocking The Potentials Of Local Artisans In Ohafia LGA – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Ohafia LGA
Cottage Industries: Unlocking the potential of local artisans Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu's vision for cottage industries in Ohafia Local Government is a testament to the power of grassroots development. By focusing on small-scale, micro, and medium-scale factories, he aims to unlock the potential of local entrepreneurs and artisans, transforming Ohafia LGA into a hub of innovation and productivity. Empowering Local CommunitiesCottage industries have long been the backbone of rural economies, providing employment opportunities and preserving traditional skills. Hon. Chief Ojuu Kalu's initiative will empower local communities to take ownership of their economic development, fostering a sense of pride and…
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Nov
09
2024
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Leadership Lessons From Governor Otti’s Journey – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Leadership Lessons From Governor Otti’s Journey – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash
Leadership Lessons from Governor Otti's Journey Governor Alex Chioma Otti's leadership journey offers valuable insights and lessons for aspiring leaders, policymakers, and individuals seeking to make a positive impact. His ability to envision a better future for Abia State has been instrumental in driving progress, demonstrating the importance of visionary leadership. This involves setting clear goals and objectives, strategic planning, and inspiring others to share the vision. Effective leadership also requires collaboration and engagement. Otti's administration has demonstrated the power of partnerships with various stakeholders to achieve common goals. By building strong relationships with communities, organizations, and individuals, encouraging active…
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Nov
09
2024
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ABSG Vows To Prosecute Pension Fraud Syndicates, Directs Correction Of Errors In Payment Of Minimum Wage

ABSG Vows To Prosecute Pension Fraud Syndicates, Directs Correction Of Errors In Payment Of Minimum Wage

Abia State, Crime, Good Governance, News Flash
ABSG VOWS TO PROSECUTE PENSION FRAUD SYNDICATES, DIRECTS CORRECTION OF ERRORS IN PAYMENT OF MINIMUM WAGE. Abia State Government has vowed to prosecute all those civil servants suspected to be involved in the pension fund fraud scheme recently. Governor Alex Otti made this public while speaking at Government House, Umuahia during the monthly media chat tagged "Dr Alex Otti Speaks to Abians". He said that the government would continue with its efforts to sanitize the civil service and stressed that tolerance for corruption is zero. The Governor disclosed that once his government got convincing information of the pension fraud syndicate,…
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Nov
08
2024
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No Shop Owner Will Lose His/Her Shop In The Ongoing Remodeling Of Ariaria International Market, Ekeoma Market And Others – Governor Otti Assures

No Shop Owner Will Lose His/Her Shop In The Ongoing Remodeling Of Ariaria International Market, Ekeoma Market And Others – Governor Otti Assures

Abia State, Business, Good Governance, News Flash
NO SHOP OWNER WILL LOSE HIS/HER SHOP IN THE ONGOING REMODELING OF ARIARIA INTERNATIONAL MARKET, EKEOHA MARKET AND OTHERS, GOVERNOR OTTI ASSURES. Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured that no shop owner in the A-line section of the Ariaria International Market and Ekeoha Market undergoing remodeling will lose his/her shop when the shops will be reallocated on completion. The Governor gave the assurance on Wednesday Nov. 5th, when he received in audience a delegation of the National Association of Nigeria Traders (NANs) in his office. According to Governor Otti, every shop owner should be given right of…
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