Good Governance

Breaking Free From Firewood: Abia’s Transition To Cleaner Energy – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Breaking Free From Firewood: Abia’s Transition To Cleaner Energy – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Breaking Free from Firewood: Abia's Transition to Cleaner Energy According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), about 68.3% of Nigerian households still rely on solid biomass, specifically firewood and charcoal, for cooking ¹. This traditional cooking method not only harms the environment but also poses health risks, with the World Health Organization estimating that smoke from kitchen fires leads to approximately 93,300 deaths annually in Nigeria. The high percentage of households using firewood is largely due to the expensive nature of alternative cooking methods. For instance, the average retail price for cooking gas increased by 83.62% from N2057.71 in…
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Abia’s Golden Years Initiative: Ensuring Comfortable Retirement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia’s Golden Years Initiative: Ensuring Comfortable Retirement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia's Golden Years Initiative: Ensuring Comfortable Retirements The Executive Governor's signing of the seventy thousand naira minimum wage per month is a groundbreaking move that sets the stage for revolutionary initiatives and plans for Abia State seniors as well. This significant increase from the previous thirty thousand naira minimum wage, as mandated by the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024, demonstrates the government's commitment to enhancing the welfare and quality of life for public servants and seniors in Abia State. With the domestication of this law in the State, the governor has launched a higher level of financial security in…
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ABIA State: The Mind Of A Technocrat – By Dr.Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

ABIA State: The Mind Of A Technocrat – By Dr.Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Mind of a Technocrat Technocrats prioritize strategic, behind-the-scenes work, focusing on long-term benefits over short-term gains. Unlike politicians, they shy away from public spectacle, opting for patient and meticulous planning. Their approach isn't about quick fixes or superficial solutions but sustainable, impactful projects. Characterized by strategic planning, technocrats execute carefully crafted visions. Their long-term perspective contrasts with the immediacy sought by politicians. Private sector expertise informs their governance approach, ensuring business acumen guides decision-making. Governor Alex Otti of Abia State exemplifies technocrat leadership. Collaborating with strategic firms, he drives growth. CSS Global Farms Ltd. illustrates this approach. By investing…
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Gov. Alex Otti Attends Church Service Marking The 2024/2025 Legal Year Celebration

Gov. Alex Otti Attends Church Service Marking The 2024/2025 Legal Year Celebration

Governor Alex Otti Attends Church Service Marking the 2024/2025 Legal Year Celebration. Abia Governor, Dr Alex Otti says even though the judiciary is independent, the executive will continue to work harmoniously with the judicial arm to ensure a system that works in the State. He stated this at a Church Service at the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia Chapel as part of activities marking the 2024/2025 legal year celebration in the State. He congratulated the judiciary on this year's legal year celebration and appreciated the Theme of the Celebration "Advancing Justice in Abia State: Tradition meets Innovation". The Governor said he…
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Don’t Be A Clog In The Wheel Of Progress – Emetu Charges Azumiri Community

Don’t Be A Clog In The Wheel Of Progress – Emetu Charges Azumiri Community

Don't be a clog in the wheel of progress Emetu charges Azumiri Community The Deputy Governor of Abia State Engr Ikechukwu Emetu FNSE has charged members of Azimiri community in ukwa to desist from being a hindrance to the ongoing road construction in their community. Engr. Emetu made this statement in his office in government house while addressing some delegates from Apumiri community on their attitude towards a road construction project by Akwaibom State Government. He expressed his dismay on the fact that having previously had a meeting with some delegates of apumiri trying to allay their fears of annexation…
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Gov. Otti’s Administration Committed To Delivering On The Promises That Won It The Enduring Support Of Our People – By Dodoh Okafor

Gov. Otti’s Administration Committed To Delivering On The Promises That Won It The Enduring Support Of Our People – By Dodoh Okafor

The Dr Alex Otti administration in the State will remain committed to delivering on the promises that won it the enduring support of our people. We can already see that in the unprecedented investments in, and restoration of public infrastructure, regular payment of the emoluments of workers and retirees, improved urban sanitation and security of lives and property, especially in communities that were hitherto overran by terrorists. Even then, the Government will as a matter of responsibility, respond vigorously to any attempt to mislead the public with barefaced lies, half truths and irritatory comments on social and traditional media by…
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Restoration Of Echocardiography Service At ABIA Specialist Hospital

Restoration Of Echocardiography Service At ABIA Specialist Hospital

Restoration of Echocardiography services at Abia Specialist Hospital . Our Echocardiography machine is fully functional courtesy of the intervention by our Governor, Dr Alex Otti (OFR).Echocardiography is a process of visualizing the valves, pumping action, walls and movement of the heart and is the definitive imaging modality of choice to diagnose heart diseases. What makes our machine spectacular is that it utilizes both adults and paediatric probes, hence adults and children can use it. Let's utilize it and inform our MDA.We have a Cardiologist and he performs Echo only on Thursdays for now. So we do booking of cases. We…
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Lighting The Way: Governor Otti’s Power Initiative – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Lighting The Way: Governor Otti’s Power Initiative – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Lighting the Way: Governor Otti's Power Initiative My dear fellow citizens of Abia State, Today, I stand before you to address a critical issue that affects us all: the persistent power outages and exorbitant electricity costs that plague our beloved state as well. We've all suffered through the sixth national grid collapse this year, leaving our homes, businesses, and communities in darkness. The socio-economic impact is staggering, and the struggles of our households are real. But I come to you today with a message of hope. Our dear governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has a vision and is currently working under…
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Ignore The Fake News, No Staff Was Sacked In The BCA

Ignore The Fake News, No Staff Was Sacked In The BCA

INGNORE THE FAKE NEWS, NO STAFF WAS SACKED IN THE BCA In the last few days, some opposition elements have been spreading false information on social media that 8 Directors were sacked in the Broadcasting Corporation of Abia (BCA). This is to emphatically state that the report is false, baseless and unfounded. It's part of the ongoing anti people and anti Abia campaign of calumny being driven by some embittered opposition elements. Ordinarily, we would have ignored this brazen act of of irresponsibility like we had done on many occasions, but because our silence could make unsuspecting members of the…
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Governor Otti’s Vision For A New ABIA: ABSOA As Tool For Socio-Economic Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti’s Vision For A New ABIA: ABSOA As Tool For Socio-Economic Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D(SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti's Vision for a New Abia: ABSOA As Tool for Socio-Economic Transformation Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's administration has embarked on an ambitious journey to transform Abia State through the Abia State Orientation Agency (ABSOA) under Ms. Ure Abazie. A recent town hall meeting/rally, themed "Abia Future Begins with Safe Roads; Stop Substance Abuse and Street Trading," highlights the Governor's commitment to promoting a safe and healthy environment for citizens. The Governor's vision for a New Abia prioritizes citizen engagement, socio-economic development, and infrastructure growth. ABSOA plays a pivotal role in achieving these goals by promoting responsible behavior,…
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