South East

Apr
13
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History

Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History

Culture, History, News Flash, South East
Obi Urges Ndigbo To Tell Their History Former governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, has said that the Igbos are more disposed to write and tell the world of their own history, culture, heritage and events as measure of defining the future more than any other. Obi made the insight at the unveiling of a compendium of Igbo heritage, events and achievers, named, ’IGBO BOOK OF RECORDS”, written by two veteran journalists, Nze Sam Nwanze and Comrade Mike Ubani. Obi, who was represented by his media aide, Mr Valentine Obienyem, described the compendium as a masterpiece that encompasses various…
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Apr
12
2025
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Dr. Alex Otti’s Infrastructure Miracles In ABIA Homeland Is Out Of This World – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Dr. Alex Otti’s Infrastructure Miracles In ABIA Homeland Is Out Of This World – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Infrastructure, News Flash, South East
DR. ALEX OTTI'S INFRASTRUCTURE MIRACLES IN ABIA HOMELAND IS OUT OF THIS WORLD. I can vividly remember Dr. Alex Otti's inaugural speeches nearly two years ago where he cautiously said to his highly expectant audience that he wasn't going to promise them any miracles on account of the rot he met on ground but he was going to do his best to rebuild Abia State for the pride of all Abians. But two years on, many of us can now best describe him as 'a miracle' worker on account of what we now see as a spectacular Infrastructure quiet revolution…
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Apr
09
2025
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A Rendition Most Foul: The Unlawful Seizure Of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu And The Erosion Of Due Process In Africa – By Charles Ude, Esq.

A Rendition Most Foul: The Unlawful Seizure Of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu And The Erosion Of Due Process In Africa – By Charles Ude, Esq.

Human Rights, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Judiciary, Security, South East
A Rendition Most Foul: The Unlawful Seizure of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and the Erosion of Due Process in Africa By Charles Ude, Esq.Legal Practitioner and Public Opinion AnalystAbuja, NigeriaEmail: Charlesude2014@gmail.comDate: April 8, 2025 Abstract This article critically examines the extraordinary rendition of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), from Kenya to Nigeria in June 2021. It evaluates the legality of the operation under Kenyan and Nigerian domestic law as well as international human rights standards. The author argues that the rendition violates fundamental due process principles, sets a troubling precedent for cross-border law enforcement in…
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Apr
01
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
“Shut Up” Comment: I Will Report Ezekwesili To Igbo Traditional Leaders – Sen. Nwaebonyi

“Shut Up” Comment: I Will Report Ezekwesili To Igbo Traditional Leaders – Sen. Nwaebonyi

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics, South East
“Shut Up” Comment: I Will Report Ezekwesili To Igbo Traditional Leaders – Sen Nwaebonyi Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, the Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, has vowed to report former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, to Igbo traditional leaders over what he described as a disrespectful and unprecedented attack on his person. Speaking on Kakaaki, a breakfast programme on AIT, Nwaebonyi expressed outrage over Ezekwesili’s alleged comment telling him to “shut up” and calling him a “hooligan.” He described the remarks as an insult not just to him but to the revered institution of Igbo red-cap chiefs. “I am going to…
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Mar
30
2025
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Enugu Air Will Boost Connectivity, Economy, Job Opportunities – Airport Manager

Enugu Air Will Boost Connectivity, Economy, Job Opportunities – Airport Manager

Business, Interviews, News Flash, South East, Transportation
Enugu Air will boost connectivity, economy, job opportunities – Airport Manager One of the aircraft of the newly established Enugu Air shortly after landing at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, Enugu State The Regional Manager, South East Airports and Manager of Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA), FederalAirportsAuthorityofNigeria (FAAN), Hilary Umunna has said the newly established Enugu Air is expected to significantly boost passengers traffic, increase revenue generation for both the Federal and State and create job opportunities within the aviation ecosystem. The first batch of the airline’s fleet was received at the airport on Friday, March 28, 2025 “The new…
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Mar
22
2025
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The Ancient Shrine Of Isi-Ume And Ugwuele: Tracing The Origins Of Humankind In Igboland

The Ancient Shrine Of Isi-Ume And Ugwuele: Tracing The Origins Of Humankind In Igboland

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, History, South East
The Ancient Shrine of Isi-Ume and Ugwuele: Tracing the Origins of Humankind in Igboland The history of the Igbo people is deeply intertwined with the ancient past of humankind itself. A remarkable archaeological discovery by Prof. Joseph Anozie has shed light on an ancient civilization in Igboland dating as far back as 500,000 B.C. This groundbreaking find provides compelling evidence that regions such as Uturu , Okigwe, Nsukka, Udi, Orlu, and Awka served as the epicenter of early Igbo settlements, playing a crucial role in the development of their culture and traditions. Recently, a research team embarked on a journey…
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Mar
16
2025
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Governor Otti Honors Mrs. Nnennaya Otti’s Courageous Role In The 2023 General Election At Her Daughter’s Wedding Ceremony

Governor Otti Honors Mrs. Nnennaya Otti’s Courageous Role In The 2023 General Election At Her Daughter’s Wedding Ceremony

Abia State, People & Events, Politics, South East
GOVERNOR OTTI HONORS MRS. NNENNAYA OTI'S COURAGEOUS ROLE IN THE 2023 GENERAL ELECTION AT HER DAUGHTER'S WEDDING CEREMONY. Abia State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Alex C. Otti, on Saturday, 15th March commended Prof. Mrs. Nnenna Oti, the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, for her uncompromising role during the 2023 election in Abia State. The Governor gave the commendation at the wedding ceremony of Prof. Mrs. Nnenna Oti's daughter, Dr. Onyinyechi Orieoma and Engr. Ugochukwu Peter, held at Rt. Hon. Iduma Igariwey Enwo's Event Center, Ozara Mgbom village in Afikpo LGA of Ebonyi State. During his speech,…
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Mar
10
2025
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The Southeast Must Chart It’s Own Economic Path- A Rebuttal To Odo Ijere’s Position By Charles Ude Esq

The Southeast Must Chart It’s Own Economic Path- A Rebuttal To Odo Ijere’s Position By Charles Ude Esq

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, South East, South West
Rebuttal: The Southeast Must Chart Its Own Economic Path Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere’s response to Professor Bernard Odoh’s call for human capital investment in the Southeast is passionate, yet it rests on a foundation of historical grievances rather than practical solutions. While it is undeniable that the Igbo people have faced structural and institutional challenges in Nigeria, the argument that external forces alone are responsible for economic disparities is both defeatist and counterproductive. If anything, history—both global and regional—has shown that societies that rise above their historical disadvantages do so by embracing pragmatic, forward-looking strategies rather than dwelling on past…
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Mar
10
2025
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Right of Reply: Dr. Engr Odo Ijere(Okpotemba) versus Professor Bernard Odoh.

Right of Reply: Dr. Engr Odo Ijere(Okpotemba) versus Professor Bernard Odoh.

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Politics, South East, South West
Re: Bridging the Economic Divide: The Imperative for Southeast Human Capital Investment. Professor Bernard Odoh's seminal directed to the Southeast Development Commission is apt only in so far as it relates to the caption which rightly connotes the need for the Igbo economy to do a fast catch-up with its Yoruba counterpart. The subterranean comparison buried beneath the caption by the erudite Proff between the Yoruba economy and the Igbo economy which makes the Igbos a weeping boy of the contest is distasteful, uncalled for and shows the Professor as a poor student of history. Professor Bernard Odoh was expected…
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Mar
07
2025
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Pay Attention To Power, Gov. Otti Tells SEDC, Assures Of Support

Pay Attention To Power, Gov. Otti Tells SEDC, Assures Of Support

FGN, News Flash, Politics, South East
PAY ATTENTION TO POWER, GOV. OTTI TELLS SEDC, ASSURES OF SUPPORT. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has charged the members of the Board and Management of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) to pay attention to power as key to the economic development of the region. Governor Alex Otti was speaking Thursday, 6th March, when he received in audience a delegation of the Board of the South East Development Commission (SEDC). He said that investment into power is what Government should do. "These are the kind of investments that Government should make to stabilise the economy. If the Government…
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