The Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has distributed empowerment materials worth over ₦2 billion to residents, as part of efforts to cushion economic hardship and improve livelihoods.

The distribution exercise, held at the Ohafia Council Secretariat, featured a wide range of items including 50 motorcycles, 50 tricycle trucks, 30 mini buses, 100 sewing machines, 100 refrigerators, 100 air pressure machines, 100 generators, 100 grinding machines, and over 800 bags of rice aimed at supporting beneficiaries to establish sustainable sources of income.

In addition, a grader and a payloader were provided to facilitate the grading of feeder roads, a move targeted at improving rural access and boosting agricultural productivity within the constituency.

Addressing the beneficiaries, Hon Osonwa stressed the importance of impactful empowerment initiatives in enhancing the economic wellbeing of the people. He noted that although his core focus has largely been on education and healthcare, the current intervention became necessary to assist families facing economic challenges.

According to him, good leadership requires responsiveness to the needs of the people, especially in difficult times. He appreciated stakeholders for ensuring that the items were allocated to those most in need and urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the materials.

The lawmaker also expressed satisfaction in representing his constituents at a time when  Dr Alex Otti is leading Abia State, noting that his efforts align with the Governor’s vision of delivering good governance.

Hon Osonwa further explained that the initiative forms part of his broader commitment to people-oriented representation, designed to place practical economic tools directly in the hands of constituents, which he said could stimulate grassroots economic growth, improve household income, and create sustainable opportunities.

He reaffirmed his dedication to policies and programmes that directly impact the welfare of his constituents while complementing ongoing development efforts across the state.

In his remarks, the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Ikechukwu Emetu, commended Hon  Osonwa for what he described as purposeful and people-centered leadership. He noted that providing individuals with the right tools empowers them to uplift themselves and their families.

He encouraged beneficiaries to see the empowerment as a seed for growth, emphasizing that such initiatives yield meaningful results when combined with hard work.

The empowerment programme further showcased  series of projects executed by the lawmaker across the constituency. In the education sector, he has constructed and furnished classroom blocks at Abam High School and Ukwa Nkporo Primary School, reconstructed Abia Community School, and facilitated the renovation of Okon Comprehensive School in Ohafia.

In infrastructure, Hon Osonwa facilitated the emergency maintenance and reconstruction of the Omenuko Bridge in Arochukwu, as well as the ongoing rehabilitation of key roads including the Mgbaga Federal High Court Road in Ohafia, Ibina Ihenta Road, and sections of the Umuahia–Arochukwu–Ohafia Road.

He has also improved access to potable water through the installation of solar-powered boreholes in communities such as Ututu, Ihechiowa, Ugwuakuma, and Okon Aku.

Through the “Operation Light Up Arochukwu/Ohafia” initiative, solar streetlights have been installed across several communities and major markets, enhancing security and boosting economic activities.

The lawmaker has equally prioritized agriculture and human capacity development by providing training and startup support to women and youths, especially in poultry and fish farming, alongside the distribution of improved fertilizers and farm inputs including cassava stems, yam seedlings, maize, and egusi seeds among others.

Additionally, over 500 constituents have benefited from the Presidential Nano Grant scheme, while more than 100 individuals have received agro-training and startup grants. Other interventions include interest-free revolving loans for traders, free JAMB registration, tertiary scholarships, ICT training, and other people-focused programmes.

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The traditional ruler of Ekeoba Ancient kingdom, Ohuhu, Umuahia, Abia state, HRM Eze Iheanyichukwu Nwokenna, has thanked Governor Alex Otti for the reconstruction of 70 years dilapidated Omenuko bridge.

According to the Monarch the bridge had killed 17 students who went for exam, including Evangelist Uma Ukpai’s two children, a husband, wife including their driver among others.

Oba Nwokenna who made this known during a Phone in program tagged “The Truth”, on the Broadcasting Corporation of Abia (BCA) and powered by Abia state Policy Innovation Centre through the office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Policies and Interventions. Rev. Fr. Christian Anokwuru.

The royal father noted that governance is all about providing dividend of democracy to the people, stating that good governance has eluded the people for years. He regretted that the Omenuko bridge, a short bridge leading from Abam to Arochukwu Local Government Council, would be allowed to decay for years and nothing was done despite lives lost including the life of Mr Maxwell Udoma, his wife, Victory and their driver.

He hinted that, almost 50 years ago when he went to Arochukwu to marry his wife, the bridge was in a bad condition until the Governor swung into action and delivered the road.

In addition, the Oba said they were so scared going through the bridge in those days, stressing that successive governments came and equally abandoned the bridge until the emergence of the present administration.

He noted that anyone who witnessed the massive crowd that turned out to welcome the Governor during the recent bridge commissioning would understand the level of public support.

Eze Nwokonna highlighted several key road projects across the state, including the Umuahia–Uzuakoli Road, the Abam–Arochukwu Road, and major roads in Aba such as Port Harcourt Road, stating that they have been rehabilitated by reputable Grade A contractors.

He lamented that Abians and even non-indigenes previously endured severe hardship due to impassable roads, recalling that travelers heading to Arochukwu once had to pass through Akwa Ibom State, making the journey unnecessarily long and stressful. According to him, the narrative has since changed, as potholes have virtually disappeared from many streets across Abia.

Eze Nwokonna added that the best way for residents to appreciate the Governor’s efforts is to support him in the 2027 election to enable him complete ongoing projects.

Also speaking, Human Rights Activist and Public Affairs Analyst, Comrade Paul Njoku, said the Governor’s achievements become more evident when ordinary citizens share their experiences. He recounted how a mechanic recently told him he had resorted to riding a tricycle because fewer vehicles now require repairs due to improved road conditions across the state.

Although the mechanic admitted that the development had affected his income, Njoku said he acknowledged that it ultimately benefits the larger population.

Njoku, who described himself as a critic that evaluates before criticizing, said having grown up in Abia, he understands the difference between the state’s past and present conditions and described the Governor’s road projects as landmark interventions capable of lasting for many years.

The Imo-born analyst maintained that a walk through the streets of Abia would reveal widespread satisfaction among residents regarding the governor’s performance.

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Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu has assured that the state government would construct the road leading into the Geometric Power Project at the Osisioma Industrial Layout.

Governor Ikpeazu who gave the assurance, Wednesday during an inspection of the facilities at the Geometric Power Plant described the project as the fulcrum upon which the industial development of Aba, Abia and the South East will revolve.

He added that the Geometric Power Project would turn around the economic fortunes of the people.

Ikpeazu said: “two years from today, the story of economic development in Aba and Abia State will take a completely different turn. Things will never be the same again around here and anyone who hasn’t concluded plans to have presence here is already late”.

Earlier, while conducting the Governor on a tour of the plant, the Chairman/CEO of Geometric Power Ltd, Professor Barth Nnaji thanked Governor Ikpeazu for his consistent support which led to the revival of the project adding that the project would not have seen the light of day without the support of the Governor.

Professor Nnaji, who reaffirmed that Abia State Government owns 5% equity in the Project.

According to Prof Nnaji, power plant has the capacity to produce 140 megawatts of electricity which is more than enough to provide steady and sustainable power to Aba and its environs as against the 50megawatts which the city currently generates from the national grid.

He said that required support infrastructure was in place, including the 17km pipeline that takes gas from Owaza in Ukwa West LGA to the plant ans assured that the plant would be commissioned for supply of power to the people of Abia State in six months.

Professor Nnaji stated that long before the contractual problem that led to the stalling of the project, the sum of 500 Million Dollars had already been invested in the project, adding that Geometrics is the largest economic project in the entire South East of Nigeria.

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The people of Ihie Autonomous Community in Isiala Ngwa North LGA of Abia state have appealed to the state government to urgently intervene and save them from imminent disaster occasioned by deplorable state of roads and gully erosion threat in the area.

The people stated this when a delegation from the Community led by the Traditional Ruler, Eze John Ogbuanu paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Staff to the State Governor, Dr. Anthony Agbazuere at Government House Umuahia.

In an address read on behalf of the people by the President, Ihie Youth Council, Comrade Obinna Nwaimo, the people lamented that they have suffered untold hardship with economic and social activities grounded to a stand still as a result of erosion menace and deplorable state of roads in the community.

“Ihie has suffered untold hardship, neglect, marginalized and infrastructurally disadvantaged road wise since the return of democracy. Our people are peasant farmers with eighty percent of our economic activities done at the river bank.

“The six entry routes to Ihie community are cut off by gully erosion as well as all major roads to the river bank are all impassable with many already cut off also with deadly gully erosion.

“To say that our people navigate through death traps accessing family compounds and farms is not only an understatement but to say the least. Both economic and social activities in Ihie have been grounded to a halt due to erosion which washes off the high water run-off sandy roads.

“We are appealing to you for urgent intervention for rehabilitation and provision of storm drains, we are ready and willing to partner with government on how to find a lasting solution to our deplorable state of roads in the community.

While congratulating Dr. Agbazuere on his appointment, the people thanked Governor Okezie Ikpeazu for appointing one of their sons, Tony Otuonye as the General Manager, Abia State Signage and Advertisement Agency (ABSAA).

Also speaking, the former Commissioner for Information,an indigene of the community, Comrade Bonnie Iwuoha thanked the Chief of Staff for granting the group audience and expressed the continuous support of the people to the present administration.

In his response,the Chief of Staff to the Governor,Dr Anthony Agbazuere assured them that the Okezie Ikpeazu led adminstration would do everything within its powers to address the condition of roads in Ihie community.

Agbazuere while attributing the state of roads in the area to its topography said,” we will send people from the ministry of works the go and investigate so that we will know the what extent we can help”.

He said the state government has not forgotten the Ihie community in the scheme of things and sited the renovation of schools as well as the appointment of indigenes of the community into positions of trust as part of the numerous things the present administration has done for the people and called on them to sustain their support for Governor Okezie Ikpeazu.

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