Good Governance

Apr
20
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Leadership: 6 Takeaways From Gov Otti’s Lecture At The John Hopkins School Of Advanced International Studies On 19/04

Leadership: 6 Takeaways From Gov Otti’s Lecture At The John Hopkins School Of Advanced International Studies On 19/04

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, International, News Flash, World News
Leadership: 6 Takeaways from Gov. Alex C. Otti 's Lecture at the John Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies on 19/04 Transitioning from economic dependence by about 83% of the states in Nigeria to a point of economic independence and viability requires deliberate planning and most importantly, a clear understanding of the dangers posed by the present "feeding bottle" system. If the states are to become viable to the point where they are able to meet their obligations to the citizens without recourse to Abuja, the citizens must get involved, and actively too. From following the selection of candidates at…
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Apr
18
2024
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Gov Otti Lectures At Johns Hopkins University

Gov Otti Lectures At Johns Hopkins University

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash
GOV OTTI LECTURES AT JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Affairs (SAIS) welcomes Dr. Alex Otti OFR, Executive Governor, Abia State, Nigeria, to discuss: State Governance and Economic Transitions: Meeting the Challenges. Friday, April 19, 20244:30 - 6:00 pmJHU Bloomberg Center - Theater555 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001 This is a FREE event but registration is required. Please go here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-governance-and-economic-transitions-meeting-the-challenges-tickets-881031257207?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Apr
18
2024
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Jnr Pope: Gov Otti Commiserate With Families Of ABIA Indigenes Involved In Mishap, Orders their Exhumation

Jnr Pope: Gov Otti Commiserate With Families Of ABIA Indigenes Involved In Mishap, Orders their Exhumation

Abia State, Good Governance, Mishap, News Flash, Obituary
Following sad incident that occurred in Nollywood last week, the Executive Governor of Abia State Dr Alex Otti sent his heart felt condolence to the families of Abia State Indigines and others who were involved in the boat misshap that happened in Asaba. According to the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba(PhD), who confirmed that the Governor has released some money to enable the proper traditional rituals for the Abia state born creatives Mr Friday Okoroafor from Abam and Mr Joseph Anointing from Isialangwa for their bodies to be exhumed and brought back to their mother land.…
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Apr
13
2024
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Our Policies Geared Towards Growing Businesses, Attracting New Ones – Gov Otti

Our Policies Geared Towards Growing Businesses, Attracting New Ones – Gov Otti

Abia State, Economy, Good Governance, News Flash
OUR POLICIES GEARED TOWARDS GROWING BUSINESSES, ATTRACTING NEW ONES - GOV OTTI Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, says his administration has in the last 10 months worked towards growing businesses and attracting new ones into the state. Governor Otti described Abia as an investment friendly state, saying that it is his desire to see businesses operating in the state grow. The Governor stated this when he met with the Managing Director and management team of the Inner Galaxy Steel Company Limited, a Chinese conglomerate operating in the Ukwa-West axis of Abia State, who visited him on Thursday. "It…
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Apr
11
2024
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We Align With President Tinubu’s Policy On Affordable Housing – Gov Otti

We Align With President Tinubu’s Policy On Affordable Housing – Gov Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, Urban Planning/ Lands
WE ALIGN WITH PRESIDENT TINUBU'S POLICY ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING - GOV OTTI Abia State Government says its policy on housing is in agreement with that of the Federal Government for the country. Governor Alex Otti, OFR, who made the position of the state known, said Abia is in alignment with President Bola Tinubu's vision on provision of affordable housing to Nigerians. The Governor spoke when received in audience, a delegation of the Federal Housing Authority led by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Rt. Hon. Oyetunde Ojo, who visited him on Tuesday. Governor Otti said that his administration would…
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Apr
11
2024
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Gov Otti Charges UN Habitat To Quicken Work On Design Of Aba Master Plan

Gov Otti Charges UN Habitat To Quicken Work On Design Of Aba Master Plan

Abia State, Environment, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash
GOV OTTI CHARGES UN HABITAT TO QUICKEN WORK ON DESIGN OF ABA MASTER PLAN Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has charged the UN Habitat to fastrack the delivery of Aba Master Plan as well as extend their work to the State capital, Umuahia, in order to accelerate the pace of work in the redevelopment of the cities. Governor Otti gave the charge when he received the UN Habitat, West Africa Portfolio Manager, Matthias Spaliviero, who visited Tuesday to brief him on the extent of work done by the agency in redesigning the Master Plan for Aba. The Governor,…
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Apr
11
2024
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Gov Otti Hosts Nigerian Doctors In America On Free Medical Mission To Abia

Gov Otti Hosts Nigerian Doctors In America On Free Medical Mission To Abia

Abia State, Good Governance, Health, News Flash
GOV OTTI HOSTS NIGERIAN DOCTORS IN AMERICA ON FREE MEDICAL MISSION TO ABIA Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has expressed gratitude to members of the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA), for choosing Abia state as destination for this year's medical mission. Governor Otti said it was a privilege to have such a team of highly sought after and dedicated medical professionals coming to render free medical treatments and surgeries to the people of Abia. The Governor spoke when he hosted the team members to a dinner at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Umuahia, on Tuesday.…
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Apr
10
2024
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Gov Otti Commends Outgoing Immigration Boss In Abia, As Successor Pledged Commitment

Gov Otti Commends Outgoing Immigration Boss In Abia, As Successor Pledged Commitment

News Flash, Good Governance, Immigration
GOV OTTI COMMENDS OUTGOING IMMIGRATION BOSS IN ABIA, AS SUCCESSOR PLEDGES COMMITMENT Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has appreciated the outgoing Comptroller of Immigration Services, Abia State Command, CIS Alphonsus Ndupu, for his commitment and dedication to duty, while he served in the state. The Governor, while wishing Ndupu well in his new posting, regretted that he was leaving so soon, just a few months after he (Ndupu) assumed office, saying the outgoing immigration boss was focused and did his best to enhance security in the State. Governor Otti spoke on Tuesday when he received Ndupu, who had…
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Apr
09
2024
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Gov Otti Greets Muslims On Eid El-Fitr Celebration

Gov Otti Greets Muslims On Eid El-Fitr Celebration

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash
GOV OTTI GREETS MUSLIMS ON EID EL-FITR CELEBRATION Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has congratulated the Muslim community in the State and the country at large as the world marks this year's Eid el-Fitr celebration. Governor Otti commended the Muslim faithful on the fortitude and self discipline they exhibited as they religiously observed the Ramadan period of fasting and prayers, culminating in the celebration of this year’s Eid el-Fitr festival. The Governor, in a statement issued from his office, said he was optimistic that the Muslim community in Abia, and indeed Nigeria, had used the opportunity of the…
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Apr
07
2024
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Abia, Nigeria INFRACORP May Partner On Infrastructure Development

Abia, Nigeria INFRACORP May Partner On Infrastructure Development

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash
ABIA, NIGERIA INFRACORP MAY PARTNER ON INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT Abia State Government says it is willing to collaborate with the Infrastructure Corporation of Nigeria (InfraCorp) in some critical areas of the state's economy, including agriculture and power. State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, stated this at a meeting with the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation, Dr. Lazarus Angbazo, and his team, who visited him on Thursday. Governor Otti said his government would engage further with the team to see how to enhance power to all parts of the state. He disclosed that the Abia State Government was in discussion…
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