Infrastructure

Feb
05
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
The Alex Otti Revolution Touches Down On The Historic Omenuko Bridge

The Alex Otti Revolution Touches Down On The Historic Omenuko Bridge

Abia North, Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, Works
THE ALEX OTTI REVOLUTION TOUCHES DOWN ON THE HISTORIC OMENUKO BRIDGE Yesterday, the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Kalu , in the company of a select council staff joined the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, for the official flag off ceremony for the reconstruction of the ancient and historical Omenuko bridge in Ozu Abam, Arochukwu LGA. This marks yet another milestone in the blitz reconstruction and upgrade of infrastructure in Abia state by the Alex Otti Revolution. Okwodu Egworonu M. ObasiSA Media/Special Duties to the Mayor Ohafia LGA. 4 - 2 - 2025
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Feb
05
2025
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Flag Off Of Omenuko Bridge: Gov. Otti Rewrites History, Turning ‘Bricks Into Bridges’ – By Miracle Chukwunenye(Media Aide To Gov. Otti)

Flag Off Of Omenuko Bridge: Gov. Otti Rewrites History, Turning ‘Bricks Into Bridges’ – By Miracle Chukwunenye(Media Aide To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure, Works
Flag off of Omenuko Bridge: Gov. Otti Rewrites History, Turning 'Bricks into Bridges' "The bricks of adversity will become the bridges of opportunity for those who are to build" ~ Miracle Chukwunenye Ever since the inception of Dr. Alex Otti as Governor of Abia state, the trajectory of governance in the state have had a paradigm shift, from the former reckless and inept administration to a system that works for all, transforming Abia's old sorry state to the path of humongous developments. Abia has witnessed tremendous developments, from the absolute eradication of the historic mountainous waste in Aba, to the…
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Jan
31
2025
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South East Transportation Infrastructure: Umahi Reaffirms President Tinubu’s Commitment

South East Transportation Infrastructure: Umahi Reaffirms President Tinubu’s Commitment

FGN, Infrastructure, News Flash, South East, Transportation
Umahi reaffirms Tinubu’s commitment to South East transportation infrastructure development The Minister of Works, Engr. Nweze David Umahi, has assured the people of South East of the commitment of the Renewed Hope administration President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to the transformation of the transportation infrastructure in the South East like every other Geo-Political Zone of the country. Umahi stated this during a courtesy call by a delegation from the Anambra and Enugu caucus of the 10th National Assembly who came to seek the federal government’s intervention on the completion of the construction of Enugu – Onitsha Expressway handled by RCC Ltd…
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Jan
31
2025
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Gov. Otti Flags-Off The Reconstruction Of 13.9 Kilometers Onuinyang – Okporoenyi – Okoro – Ikwuano Road

Gov. Otti Flags-Off The Reconstruction Of 13.9 Kilometers Onuinyang – Okporoenyi – Okoro – Ikwuano Road

Abia State, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, Works
GOV. OTTI FLAGS-OFF THE RECONSTRUCTION OF 13.9 KILOMETRES ONUINYANG - OKPOROENYI - OBORO - IKWUANO ROAD. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has flaged-off the reconstruction of sections 1 and 2 of the 13.9 kilometres Onuinyang - Okporoenyi - Oboro - Ikwuano road with a promise to ensure it is completed on schedule. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held at Central School Okporoenyi, Bende LGA, Governor Alex Otti said that the road traverses the central and northern parts of the State and connects tens and thousands of farmers to the urban markets within and outside the State According to him,…
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Jan
27
2025
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A Glimpse Into Governor Otti’s UN Designed ABA Master Plan: The Dream City Of Nigeria – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A Glimpse Into Governor Otti’s UN Designed ABA Master Plan: The Dream City Of Nigeria – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
A Glimpse into Governor Otti's UN designed Aba Master Plan: The Dream City of Nigeria The Greater Aba City project is an ambitious initiative aimed at transforming Aba into a thriving economic hub. As described by Governor Alex Otti, the project focuses on facilitating socioeconomic development in Aba and the surrounding areas. The project's goals include improving infrastructure, enhancing the ease of doing business, and attracting investments to the region.¹ People who attended the ceremony where Governor Otti expounded on the project were optimistic about its potential to drive growth and development in Aba. They saw the project as a…
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Jan
21
2025
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ABSG Signs MOU For The Deployment Of Fibre Optic Infrastructure To Improve Network Connectivity In ABIA State

ABSG Signs MOU For The Deployment Of Fibre Optic Infrastructure To Improve Network Connectivity In ABIA State

Abia State, Good Governance, Information Technology, Infrastructure
ABSG SIGNS MOU FOR THE DEPLOYMENT OF FIBRE OPTIC INFRASTRUCTURE TO IMPROVE NETWORK CONNECTIVITY IN ABIA STATE. The Abia State Government (ABSG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with WIOCC, an ICT and Broadband Technology Company for the deployment of Fiber Optic and Internet Connectivity across the 17 LGAs of the State. Speaking while signing the MOU, Governor Otti said that the agreement would see the deployment of metropolitan optic fibre infrastructure in the 3 major cities of Aba, Umuahia and Ohafia. He also noted that WIOCC is going to deploy Fibre Optic infrastructure to provide Internet connectivity across…
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Jan
12
2025
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“ABA Thrives, Umuahia Innovates, And Ohafia Rises: The Trio Driving ABIA State’s Growth Under Governor Otti’s Leadership” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

“ABA Thrives, Umuahia Innovates, And Ohafia Rises: The Trio Driving ABIA State’s Growth Under Governor Otti’s Leadership” – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure
"Aba thrives, Umuahia innovates, and Ohafia rises: The trio driving Abia State's growth under Governor Otti's leadership." Despite the crippling power challenges plaguing Ohafia, Nkporo, and Abiriba, where residents often endure excruciating power outages lasting up to months, the indomitable spirit of the people has given rise to economic miracles. Against all odds, entrepreneurs in these communities have harnessed their ingenuity to create thriving businesses, leveraging alternative energy sources and innovative technologies to stay afloat. From makeshift solar-powered farms to artisanal crafts and small-scale manufacturing, the people of Ohafia, Nkporo, and Abiriba have defied the limitations imposed by inadequate power…
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Jan
11
2025
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From Neglect To Revival: Otti’s ABA Transformation – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

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…
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Jan
09
2025
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China Approves $254 Million Loan For President Tinubu Government’s Kano-Kaduna Railway Project

China Approves $254 Million Loan For President Tinubu Government’s Kano-Kaduna Railway Project

Business, CBN/Commercial Banking, FGN, Infrastructure, News Flash
China Approves $254 Million Loan For President Tinubu Government’s Kano-Kaduna Railway Project The China Development Bank (CDB) has approved a $254.76 million loan to support the construction of the Kano-Kaduna railway project in Nigeria by the President Bola Tinubu-led government. In a statement released on Tuesday, the bank said the funding would facilitate the smooth implementation of the infrastructure project. The construction is being handled by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) with financial backing from the CDB. “The Kano-Kaduna railway spans a total of 203 kilometers and is designed as a standard-gauge railway,” the statement noted. “Upon completion,…
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Jan
05
2025
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People Will Insult Me…..But I Know What It Takes To Build A Nation – President Tinubu In Enugu

People Will Insult Me…..But I Know What It Takes To Build A Nation – President Tinubu In Enugu

FGN, Infrastructure, News Flash, Politics, Presidency
People Will Insult Me… But I Know What It Takes To Build A Nation – President Tinubu In Enugu President Bola Tinubu says he knows what it takes to govern the country and “gather a very good team and build a nation”. Tinubu spoke in Enugu on Saturday during a meeting with stakeholders from the south-east geopolitical zone. The president was in Enugu on his first official visit to inaugurate projects initiated by Peter Mbah, governor of the state. The projects inaugurated include 30 smart green schools, 60 completed type 2 primary health centres, and the 19-kilometre Airport-New Haven–Bisalla and…
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