The Abia State Leadership Academy has hosted an Executive Education Series for political appointees of the state government, as part of activities marking the…
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Faeces Can Be Converted into Useful Energy Through Anaerobic Digestion — Expert
Human and animal faeces, often regarded as waste, can be converted into useful energy through a process known as anaerobic digestion, an environmental expert in…
Priscilla Otti: Abia Infrastructure Investments Will Empower Women, Boost Local Economy
The wife of the Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has said the state government’s investments in roads, healthcare and other infrastructure are aimed at…
Gov Fubara Reaffirms Peace, Development Agenda
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his commitment to peace, unity and sustainable development, declaring that the state will not be allowed to…
FG, DICAN Urge Adaptation of China’s Poverty Model
Federal Government and the Diplomatic Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DICAN) have called for the adaptation of relevant lessons from China’s poverty reduction experience to support…
Nigeria, Thailand Deepen Economic Cooperation
Nigeria and Thailand have moved to strengthen their economic and development partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Technical Cooperation in Abuja.…
Nigeria Seeks OIC Support for Youth, Economy
Nigeria will seek stronger partnerships in humanitarian response, youth empowerment and economic development at the forthcoming meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the…
Stakeholders Urge Action on Humanitarianism
Stakeholders have called for a shift from rhetoric to practical humanitarian action, warning against the commercialisation of humanitarian service and urging leaders and practitioners to…
Otti Commissions 80-Bed Obingwa General Hospital, Names Facility After Chima Ubani
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, on Tuesday commissioned the 80-bed Obingwa General Hospital, naming the facility after the late pro-democracy activist and former…
Abia Govt Launches Diaspora Healthcare Fund, Says Insurance Coverage Hit 269,900
The Abia State Government has inaugurated the Abia State Diaspora Healthcare Endowment Fund, an initiative designed to support health insurance enrolment for indigent citizens,…
Concerns Rise Over Chemical Preservation of Beans in Port Harcourt.
The use of chemicals to protect stored beans from weevils and other pests is raising concerns among consumers and health experts in Port Harcourt, with…
Abia CP Inspects Police Divisions, Demands Professionalism and Community Collaboration
Abia CP Inspects Police Divisions, Demands Professionalism and Community Collaboration The Commissioner of Police in Abia State, CP Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi, has continued his impromptu…
Abia Govt Resolves ABSU-ASUU Strike, Approves New Salary Scale For Workers
Abia State Government says it has resolved the issues that led to the recent strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, (ASUU), Abia…
Otti Begins Payment Of N61.8bn Gratuity Arrears To Retirees
Abia State Government has commenced the payment of outstanding gratuities to state and local government retirees. A gratuity committee established by the Otti…
Abia at 35: State Making Progress in Infrastructure, Healthcare, Human Capital Development — Uzo Nwachukw
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Prince Uzo Nwachukwu, has expressed optimism that Abia State is making steady progress in infrastructure, healthcare, human…
Obingwa General Hospital Ready For Commissioning As Otti Advances Digital Healthcare In Abia
The Obingwa General Hospital, Mgboko, Abia State, the first retrofitted and digitally equipped Secondary Healthcare Facility under the administration of Governor Alex Otti, is…
Abia APC Withdraws Suspension Threat Against Kalu, Nkwonta
The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has withdrawn its earlier threat to sanction former Governor of the state and Senator representing…
Ohuhu Youths Unite for Sustainable Development, Celebrate 2nd Mega Youth Day
The Ohuhu community in Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State on Saturday, celebrated its second edition of the Ohuhu Mega Youth Day,…
Abia @ 35: Otti Begins Anniversary With Thanksgiving, Prayers
Abia State Government has commenced activities marking its 35th anniversary of the state creation with an interdenominational thanksgiving service. The service, held at…
Ibeno Welcomes New Seplat Energy CEO, Seeks Stronger Host Community Relations
The Ibeno Traditional Rulers Council has congratulated Engr. Effiong Okon, FNSE, FEI, on his appointment as the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Seplat…
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Otti Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Governorship Election Victory
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has congratulated his Osun State counterpart, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the just-concluded governorship election in…
Otti Is Doing Well, Deserves Support, APC Chieftain Enweremadu Declares
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Mr Christopher Enweremadu, has commended Governor…
Abia Arise Stages Mega Rally In Aba North, Backs Otti For Second Term
The Aba North Chapter of the Abia Arise Movement on Monday staged a mega rally in Aba, the commercial hub of the State, to…
No South-East Exclusion Under Tinubu, Information Minister Insists
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that the South-East is being marginalised under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, insisting that the region…
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Otti Hands Over Air Force Administrative Complex To NAF
…Reaffirms Commitment to Security Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has commissioned and formally handed over a fully furnished, state-of-the-art Nigerian Air Force…
No South-East Exclusion Under Tinubu, Information Minister Insists
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that the South-East is being marginalised under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, insisting that the region…
South-East Security Summit: FG, Stakeholders Call For Joint Security Strategy, Regional Database To Tackle Crime, Insecurity
The maiden South-East Regional Security Summit has called for the establishment of a shared regional database of criminals and stronger inter-state collaboration to combat…
FG Warns Against Hate Speech, Fake News, Urges Media To Promote National Unity
The Federal Government has raised concerns over the increasing misuse of social media and other digital platforms to spread hate speech and fake…
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Edo Emerges Champion as Maiden Abia National Para-Powerlifting Championship Ends
Edo State has emerged overall champions of the inaugural Abia Open National Para-Powerlifting Championship after winning six gold, two silver and three bronze medals…
Abia Volleyball Team Returns To Premier League After 23-Years Relegation
Abia State Government says its volleyball team has returned to the Nigeria Volleyball Premier League after 23 years of relegation, describing the achievement as…
“You Have Me As Your Partner In Progress” – Deputy Speaker Assures Abia Sports Writers
The Deputy Speaker, AbIa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Austin Okezie Nmeregini, has pledged his continued support for sports development and the welfare…
Otti To Flag Off Umuahia Stadium City Project Before Year-End
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has disclosed that construction of the proposed Umuahia Stadium City will commence before the end of the year,…
Lawmaker Commends Otti’s Sports Dev. Agenda As Abia Moves To Institutionalize Sustainable Funding
The Member Representing Umuahia Central State Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly and Co-Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Hon. Anthony…
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Otti Hands Over Air Force Administrative Complex To NAF
…Reaffirms Commitment to Security Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has commissioned and formally handed over a fully furnished, state-of-the-art Nigerian Air Force…
As The Bell Rings – Celebrating our son Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR
As The Bell Rings – Celebrating our son Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR by Ndi Ukwa – La- Ngwa Voices from Nvosi The bell does…
LP Court Ruling: A Plus for the Judiciary
The recent ruling by a competent court sacking Mr. Abure as the legitimate leader of the Labour Party (LP) and ordering the Independent National Electoral…
Container–Content Relationships: Why Location Does Not Define Performance in Governance – Abia State Context
In governance, symbolism often competes with substance. Government houses, official residences, and capital cities are imbued with history and meaning, and they serve as visible…
Abia’s Season Of Laughter
“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked bear rule, the people mourn.” — Proverbs 29:2 Humanity today lives in…
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Otti Moves to Revamp World Bank Estate Aba, Unveils Pocket Estate
The Abia State Government has commenced plans to restore the World Bank Housing Estate at Abayi Umuocham, Aba, with the State Executive Council…
Abia Pilots CYTrack App To Monitor Teenage Pregnancies, Reduce Maternal Mortality
The Abia State Government has deployed a digital application, CYTrack, to identify and monitor high-risk and teenage pregnancies as part of efforts to…
OPINION!!Examining First Lady’s Akwete Declaration Amid Issues of Women Economic Inclusivity
The recent visit by the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON, to Abia State, has turned out to be a huge lift…
Tech Rise Alumni Commend Otti’s Digital Skills Initiative, Canvass PVC Registration
Beneficiaries and facilitators of the Abia Tech Rise programme have commended Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, for equipping young people with digital skills…
Otti Launches N306m NKATA Technology Grant To Drive Digital Transformation In Abia Businesses
Abia State Government has launched the first phase of the NKATA Technology Enabling Business Grant, a N306 million initiative designed to support businesses through…