Abia State Archives - Page 147 of 375

Nov

08

2025

Mazi Chibuike Jonas Sounds Alarm: Abia LGA Chairmen Must Deliver or Face Scrutiny

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Economy, News, Opinion, PoliticsChibuike Jonas, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Mazi Chibuike Jonas, former Arochukwu Local Government chairman and 2023 gubernatorial candidate in Abia State, has issued a stern warning to local government chairmen across the 17 local governments in Abia State to step up and deliver on their development promises or face the consequences of political relegation. With the autonomy granted to local governments by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mazi Jonas emphasised that chairmen have no excuse for non-performance, given the significant funds at their disposal. "The Financial Crimes Watchdog is keenly watching, and they must give an account of every billion naira they're signing out," he cautioned. Mazi…

Nov

08

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

APC Chieftain Slams Rumors of Otti’s Defection, Calls it a ‘Hijack’ Attempt

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Alex Otti, chidiebere okoh, Opinion, Politics

Abuja, Nigeria - A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia state, Chief Chidiebere J. Okoh, has dismissed rumors that Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, is planning to defect to the APC ahead of the 2027 elections. Okoh, who is also the National President of Market Youths Congress of Nigeria (MYCON), described the rumors as a "pure case of Monkey dey Work, Barboon dey chop," implying that Otti is trying to reap where he did not sow. Okoh, a vocal politician, expressed his opposition to Otti's alleged plan, stating that the APC already has its own problems and…

Nov

08

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Taking Governance Beyond Partisanship To Performance And Service Delivery I.

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Chris Nwaokobia, Nwaokobia Jnr, Opinion

Since his inauguration on May 29, 2023, as Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti has made remarkable strides across Infrastructure, Healthcare, Education, Security and Economic Reform. With a technocratic background and a vision for sustainable transformation, his tenure is already being described as “unprecedented” by Traditional Rulers, Political Operators, Civil Society Advocates, Stakeholders and Critics alike. A Vision Rooted in Reform and Delivery. Governance under Dr. Otti is characterised by professionalism, data‑driven decision‐making and transparency. Former Banker turned Governor, he has brought Private‐sector discipline to the public square.He states his covenant clearly… “to serve all Abians, not a few people.” From the…

Nov

07

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Determination, Resilience Personified: Engr. Onyeizu’s Unwavering Commitment to Excellence

Abia State, Business, Economy, NewsAbia State, Economy, Onyeka Onwenu, Politics

https://youtu.be/X1dHwrEp4FE?si=6LIQ_BqmFnl0v_CS Today, as work continues speedily at the Ekeoha-Aba Shopping Centre, Engr. Chinedu Onyeizu stands tall as a symbol of resilience in action. His focus remains crystal clear: to deliver a project that will not only meet international standards but also serve as a source of pride for the people of Aba and Abia State at large. In every generation, there are individuals whose character and commitment stand as a beacon of what determination and resilience mean. Engr. Chinedu Onyeizu is one such individual, and a man defined by determination, resilience, and an unwavering focus on excellence. His journey reflects…

Nov

06

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia Open to Partnership With Chinese Government-Governor Otti

Abia State, Business, Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, China, Metro, Opinion, Politics

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti says that the state is open to partnership with the China Harbour Engineering Company Limited in the areas of infrastructure, Erosion Control, Dredging,Rail transportation, Seaport and other areas of interest. Governor Otti who stated this during a meeting with a delegation of the China Harbour Engineering Company Limited led by the managing Director Mr Jason Wang in his Office, said the government will partner the company in the development of the Azumiri Seaport project for which feasibility study is being concluded in addition to the Abia -maiduguri railway project. "There are a lot of…