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Nov

2024

LG Election: Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu’s Campaign Tours To Nkporo, Ohafia And Abiriba Showcase His Unique Leadership Styles – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu's campaign tours to Nkporo, Ohafia, and Abiriba showcase his unique leadership styles. These traits will play a critical role in persuading the state government to make our darling local government a huge construction site, with high completion rates. This will be significant to the people of Ohafia, Abiriba, and Nkporo, as it connects their communities to the wider world on socio-economic terms. We have observed that his leadership style is characterized by: Inspirational Communication: Eleanya is known for his eloquence and ability to inspire others with his speeches and writings. Calm and Composed Decision-Making: Eleanya's thoughtful…

Nov

2024

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ABIA State Government Approves Governing Council Of Greater Ohafia Development Agency (GODA)

Abia State, Abia North, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

PRESS RELEASE: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE GREATER OHAFIA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (GODA). Pursuant to the commitment of the present Administration to drive the even and accelerated development of all parts of the State, the Governor, Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR, on Monday, October 28, 2024 signed the Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA) Bill as passed into Law by the State House of Assembly. Speaking shortly after giving his assent to the Bill, the Governor expressed optimism that GODA will serve as a robust institutional vehicle for the rapid socio-economic transformation of the Northern Senatorial District of the State. In a brief ceremony…

Nov

2024

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LGA Election: Abia State Government Restricts Movement

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Ahead of the forthcoming Local Government election which will hold on Saturday, 2nd November, 2024 , Abia State Government hereby restricts the movement of people and vehicles during the elections. The restriction will commence by 12:00 midnight on Friday and end by 4:00pm on Saturday.By this announcement,only those on essential services will be allowed movement upon the presentation of valid identification cards. The state government therefore directs all Abians and residents of the State, including markets, motor parks and other business centres to adhere strictly to this restriction order and warns that defaulters would have themselves to…

Oct

2024

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Senate Confirms Seven Ministerial Nominees

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics

Senate Confirms Seven Ministerial Nominees The senate has confirmed the appointment of all seven ministerial nominees of President Bola Tinubu, submitted to the upper chamber last week for accelerated consideration. The nominees confirmed during the screening include Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda, Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, and Suwaiba Said Ahmad, Ph.D. Their names appeared on the Senate’s list for review on Wednesday. The screening took place at the National Assembly’s Senate chamber, after being postponed from Tuesday. Previously, President Tinubu removed six ministers, appointed seven new nominees, and adjusted ten…

Oct

2024

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Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Message To Select Young Ohafia LGA Enthusiasts: Leadership, Innovation, And Progress( Live Address, During A 11pm Google Meet Interactive Session)

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Chief Eleanya Kalu's Message to select Young Ohafia LGA enthusiasts: Leadership, Innovation, and Progress (Live Address, during a 11pm Google meet interactive session, October 30, 2024) Fellow citizens, We're living in a transformative era where leaders must navigate complex challenges, foster awareness, and engage informed constituents. The global political landscape demands strong, inspiring leadership that aligns with people's values and aspirations. In this digital age, information spreads rapidly, and social media empowers citizens to hold leaders accountable, demanding authenticity in actions and communications. The approval ratings of global leaders reflect this growing public involvement. Notably, leaders like Narendra Modi, Andrés…

Oct

2024

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Chief Eleanya Kalu’s Vision For Ohafia LGA, Focuses On Excellence, Discipline, And Ingenuity To Drive Progress – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics

Chief Eleanya Kalu's leadership style can be described as a transformational approach, which propelled Singapore from a third-world country to a thriving metropolis in just three decades. Kalu's vision for Ohafia LGA, focuses on excellence, discipline, and ingenuity to drive progress. Key Leadership Traits: Transformational Leadership: Inspiring and motivating team members to achieve more than they thought possible, driving growth and innovation. Decisive Action: Demonstrated by Kalu's swift resolution of challenges, for instance, his 65-minute resolution of a crisis in his place of work. Strategic Vision: Enabling Ohafia LGA to capitalize on its strengths and overcome limitations. Leadership Philosophy: Kalu's…

Oct

2024

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Abia State House Of Assembly Expresses Confidence In Governor Otti’s Administration, Challenges NLC To Provide Evidence Of Alleged Bill To Tamper With LG Funds

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, House Of Assembly, Politics

ABIA STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY EXPRESSES CONFIDENCE IN GOVERNOR OTTI’S ADMINISTRATION, CHALLENGES NLC TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF ALLEGED BILL TO TAMPER WITH LG FUNDS. The members of Abia State House of Assembly have expressed confidence in the administration of Governor Alex Otti, OFR, and reassured of their continued support and solidarity to his administration. The lawmakers equally challenged the Abia State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Union (NLC) to provide evidence of a bill in a letter they recently wrote to the House of Assembly, alleging that the State Government is planning to seize ninety percent (90%) of the Local…

Oct

2024

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Chief Eleanya Kalu: A Master Negotiator – By Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

Chief Eleanya Kalu: A Master Negotiator Chief Eleanya Kalu's negotiation skills, as observed in Ohafia and Nkporo, are reminiscent of Nelson Mandela's renowned approach. Mandela, deemed "the greatest negotiator of the twentieth century" by Harvard Law School professor Robert H. Mnookin, demonstrated exceptional patience, tenacity, pragmatism, and strategic thinking. These traits enabled him to navigate complex conflicts and achieve remarkable outcomes. Key Negotiation Skills Effective negotiators like Chief Eleanya Kalu and Nelson Mandela possess essential skills, including: Communication: Clearly articulating goals and boundaries while actively listening to others. Emotional Intelligence: Managing emotions to build trust and rapport. Planning: Preparing with…

Oct

2024

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Nov.2 LGA Election: Fellow Ohafia LGA People, VOte ZLP For Agricultural Innovation And Total Development Of Our Community – Eleanya-Iro Campaign Organization

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, Politics

"Fellow Ohafia LGA people, As we approach the November 2 LGA elections, I want to emphasize the importance of agricultural innovation and development in our community. As your representative, I will prioritize initiatives that boost our agricultural sector, create jobs, and ensure food security. Inspired by the Netherlands' success in agricultural exports, I envision Ohafia becoming a hub for agricultural excellence in Abia State. We will: Establish farmer training programs, focusing on modern techniques and technology. Provide access to financing and equipment for local farmers. Develop irrigation systems to combat drought and ensure all-year-round farming. Promote agroforestry and regenerative practices…

Oct

2024

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2024 Local Government Area Elections: Nde ABIA Good Morning As We Approach The November 2 – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

Nde Abia, good morning, as we approach the November 2, 2024 Local Gobernment Area elections, it's crucial to maintain a sense of perspective and unity. We must remember that those criticizing or supporting Governor Alex Otti are human beings with their own flaws. Instead of spreading negativity, let's focus on constructive dialogue and pray for his success. Focusing on the Bigger Picture In the heat of the election season, it's easy to get caught up in the hype and lose sight of what truly matters. We mustn't forget that we're all Abians, working towards a common goal of progress and…