Politics

Aug
07
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Gov. Otti Makes Strong Case For Nigerians To Be Intentional In Their Choice Of Leadership – By Ferdinand Ekeoma(SA, Publicity & Media To Gov. Otti)

Gov. Otti Makes Strong Case For Nigerians To Be Intentional In Their Choice Of Leadership – By Ferdinand Ekeoma(SA, Publicity & Media To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
SPECIAL FOCUS INDEED, THE FISH GETS ROTTEN FROM THE HEAD In his 'Outside the Box' column article of June 2016 titled "The Fish Gets Rotten From The Head: The Leadership Question," the present Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, made a strong case for Nigerians to be intentional in their leadership choices because, according to him, everything starts and ends with leadership. Eight years later, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, now Governor of Abia State, has been vindicated as people from different walks of life have swiftly changed their hitherto wrong impression and description of Abia State…
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Aug
06
2024
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LG Autonomy: EFCC Issues Strong Warnings To LG Chairmen

LG Autonomy: EFCC Issues Strong Warnings To LG Chairmen

Crime, Economy, News Flash, Politics
LG Autonomy: EFCC Issues Strong Warnings To LG Chairmen LG Autonomy: EFCC Issues Strong Warnings To Local Govt Chairmen The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has pledged to closely monitor local government activities to ensure good governance, accountability, and transparency. This follows the recent Supreme Court judgement granting financial autonomy to local governments. It disclosed this at a national dialogue organised by Agora Policy, themed “Enthroning Accountability in Local Government in Nigeria”, in Abuja on Monday. A representative of the EFCC Chairman, Friday Ebelo, said, “Good governance encompasses three essential elements: accountability, transparency, and citizen participation. For these elements to…
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Jul
30
2024
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Election Losers Behind Nationwide Protest – Akpabio

Election Losers Behind Nationwide Protest – Akpabio

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics
Election Losers Behind Nationwide Protest — Akpabio The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has accused the candidates who lost out in the 2023 presidential election of sponsoring the planned nationwide protest. Mr Akpabio spoke on Monday at the State House, Abuja, after he witnessed President Bola Tinubu’s signing of the new minimum wage bill into law. Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peter Obi of the Labour Party, Omoyele Sowore of African Action Congress (AAC) and others ran against President Tinubu in the election. Some individuals and organisations in the country have planned a nationwide protest over the hardship…
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Jul
30
2024
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Tinubu’s Aide Challenges Peter Obi To Lead Protesters In Person

Tinubu’s Aide Challenges Peter Obi To Lead Protesters In Person

FGN, News Flash, Politics
Tinubu Aide Challenges Peter Obi to Lead Protesters in Person Bayo Onanuga, an aide to President Bola Tinubu, has issued a statement calling on Peter Obi to take an active role in the upcoming protests. Onanuga suggested that Obi, who has endorsed the planned demonstrations, should openly lead the protesters, just as Tinubu and President Muhammadu Buhari did in the past. Onanuga's statement comes as the country prepares for a 10-day nationwide protest against economic hardship, scheduled to begin on August 1. Obi's endorsement of the protests has sparked debate, with some calling on him to take a more visible…
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Jul
29
2024
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Gov. Otti And Peter Obi Speaks On The Planned Hardship Protest In Nigeria

Gov. Otti And Peter Obi Speaks On The Planned Hardship Protest In Nigeria

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Human Rights, News Flash, Politics
GOV. OTTI AND MR. PETER OBI SPEAKS ON THE PLANNED HARDSHIP PROTEST IN NIGERIA. The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, and the Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Presidential Election have expressed their views about the planned hardship protests by Nigerians beginning on August 1st. The two Political Leaders who have given Nigerians so much hope and believe in a better Nigeria spoke to the Press in the Country Home of Governor Otti at Umuehim Nvosi in Isiala Ngwa South Local Government area of Abia State after a Private Breakfast Meeting between both leaders. Both Leaders…
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Jul
29
2024
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Gwo Gwo Gwo Gwon: A Dance Of Deception – By Oseni Rufai

Gwo Gwo Gwo Gwon: A Dance Of Deception – By Oseni Rufai

Economy, Entertainment, News Flash, Politics
Gwo Gwo Gwon gwo:A Dance Of DeceptionOseni Rufai This dance has been trending for days. At every nook and crannies of the social media platforms, the dance steps are very prominent. Everyone wants to dance that dance of twisting of waist and raising of one leg. Turning thereafter to pursue themselves in a very comical manner. I have sat down to look at the sense in the dance as popularised by Brain Jotter, all I could see was a gregarious instinct of the masses and the craves to join the bandwagon. What is Gwo Gwo Ngwo? Gwo Gwo ngwo was…
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Jul
28
2024
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Otti’s Patriotism And Dedication: Midwifing A New Era Of Progress In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwu, Ph.D

Otti’s Patriotism And Dedication: Midwifing A New Era Of Progress In ABIA – By Ebere Uzoukwu, Ph.D

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
Otti's Patriotism and Dedication: Midwifing a New Era of Progress in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D In the annals of Abia's history, many past leaders have fallen short of demonstrating the level of patriotism and dedication that Governor Otti has shown in his quest to transform the state. His unwavering commitment to the people and the state's development is a testament to his selfless leadership and vision for a brighter future. Since assuming office, Governor Otti has been the driving force behind Abia's transformation, leveraging his vast experience and expertise to midwife a new era of progress in the state. His…
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Jul
26
2024
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Disassociate Yourself From Planned Nationwide Protest – Comr. Barma Tells Youths

Disassociate Yourself From Planned Nationwide Protest – Comr. Barma Tells Youths

News Flash, Politics
Disassociate Yourself From Planned Nationwide Protest - Comr. Barma Tells Youths A Patriotic Citizen and Concerned Youth, Comrade Barma M.Y, Calls on Youth to disassociate themselves from the planned protest and Join Hands in Safeguarding the Integrity, Unity, and Peace of Our Beloved Country Nigeria. As a patriotic citizen and loyal to our beloved country Nigeria, I am compelled to address the planned protests by our youth, which I believe are being instigated by forces against Nigeria's progress, sponsored and initiated by the antagonists of Nigeria. Our dear youth failed the ability to comprehend the reality of what is happening…
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Jul
24
2024
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Hon. Emmanuel Nweze Otti Inaugurated As Acting Chairman Of ABIA State Labour Party

Hon. Emmanuel Nweze Otti Inaugurated As Acting Chairman Of ABIA State Labour Party

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics
Hon. Emmanuel Nweze Otti inagurated as the Acting Chairman of the Labour Party, Abia State Chapter. The New Acting Chairman of the Labour Party, Abia State has been inaugurated. He is expected to hold the position until the party's Congress scheduled for mid-next year. Speaking at the Inauguration held at the Labour Party Secretariat, Umuahia, Governor Alex Otti explained that the leadership transition followed the elevation of the Former State Chairman to the position of National Vice Chairman, South East. Governor Otti while acknowledging the constitutional process of the party which led to Hon. Emmanuel Nweze Otti's selection, congratulated him…
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