Abia State Archives - Page 161 of 375

Oct

06

2025

Governance In Abia: Benjamin Kalu Needs Tutorial More Than He Needs a Microphone – Ekeoma

Abia State, Column, Current Events, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Benjamin Kalu, Opinion, Politics

Press Release The attention of Abia State government has been drawn to a trending video that contained a statement made by the House of Representatives Member for Bende Federal Constituency and Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon Benjamin Kalu wherein he made some spurious allegations over the performance of the Alex Otti government and further made infantile comparison between the Governor and his two immediate predecessors. It's important to lay a foundation premised on empirical data which would serve as a potent tool in curing Kalu's deep-rooted deficiency of knowledge in financial and economic matters.Abia's 2025 Year to date FAAC allocation (8…

Oct

05

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

“No Vacancy in Abia in 2027”, Kalu Insists; Give Praise To Whom It Is Due.

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Alex Otti, Benjamin Kalu, Emeka Kalu, Politics

The President of E.C.K Foundation Worldwide, Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, has quickly responded to comments made by the Deputy Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu. The Deputy Speaker suggested that credit should be given to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the positive developments occurring in Abia State under Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR. These remarks have sparked reactions and backlash, with many viewing them as politically insensitive or as an attempt to gain favor with the President. Chief Dr. Kalu expressed his discontent with these comments and took the opportunity to advocate for unity in…

Oct

05

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Aguocha Celebrates Educators On World Teachers’ Day; Reiterates Commitment to Quality Education, Teacher Empowerment

Abia State, Education, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Education, Obinna Aguocha

By Chinazaekpere Chinwendu Abia State |October 5, 2025 — The Member representing Ikwuano/Umuahia North and Umuahia South Federal Constituency, Hon. Obi Aguocha, on 2025 World Teacher's Day, paid glowing tribute to teachers across Nigeria and beyond, describing them as the foundation of national development and custodians of knowledge. In a statement released on Sunday, Hon. Aguocha acknowledged the sacrifices, dedication, and resilience of teachers who continue to shape minds and build futures despite the challenges facing the education sector. He noted that no nation can rise above the quality of its teachers, emphasizing that investing in teachers is investing in…

Oct

05

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Ben Kalu, Southeast Representatives Accused Of Sycophancy Towards Tinubu?

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Economy, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Benjamin Kalu, Economic, Economy, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

A public analyst and political commentator has responded to recent comments made by the Deputy Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. Kalu asserted that the rapid development occurring in Abia State under Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, should be credited to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who has allocated significant funds for these projects. In a reaction posted on Facebook, Udumeze Ukwu remarked, "Considering the widespread demolitions and destruction of Igbo properties in Lagos, Hon. Ben Kalu has not deemed it necessary to address the issue in the House, apparently wanting to maintain a favorable…

Oct

04

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

President Tinubu Commissions Remodeled Michael Okpara Auditorium, Commends Governor Otti

Abia State, Column, News, PoliticsAbia State, Nigeria, Politics

The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has commissioned the newly remodelled Michael Okpara Auditorium, Umuahia. The iconic Michael Okpara Auditorium was recently remodelled and retrofitted by Governor Alex Otti with state-of-the-art facilities. Commissioning the project on Friday, at the premises of the auditorium, Library Avenue, Umuahia, President Bola Tinubu commended Governor Alex Otti for undertaking various infrastructural and other life-changing projects across the state, describing the quality of work done as transformational. President Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahilikened the leadership style of Governor Alex Otti to that of…