Amos Oge Kalu Archives - Page 38 of 190

Jun

03

2026

Osita Offor, Uche Ogah Bag Africa Illustrious Award Recognition

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Two prominent Abia-born personalities, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom), and former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, have been nominated to receive the prestigious Africa Illustrious Award. The award organisers, in separate nomination letters signed by Dr. Harris Madueke on behalf of the Africa Illustrious Award, disclosed that the honour is reserved for distinguished Africans who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and outstanding contributions in various sectors of society. According to the organisers, the Africa Illustrious Award is a revered continental recognition designed to celebrate individuals and…

Jun

02

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Eight Years Of Darkness Nears End As Ohafia Power Project Hits 75% Completion

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Residents of Ohafia Local Government Area may finally be on the verge of celebrating the return of electricity after nearly a decade of total blackout, as the Light Up Ohafia Project has reportedly crossed 75 percent completion, with full power restoration targeted for the end of July 2026. This development followed an inspection visit to the Ohafia substation located at Timber Shade, Ebem Ohafia, where the Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, joined the Abia State Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Engr. Ikechukwu Monday, to assess the progress of work. According to findings from the inspection,…

Jun

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gov. Otti To Flag Off Umuahia Stadium City As Chukwueze Hails Abia’s Transformation

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Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has disclosed plans to flag off the construction of a new Umuahia Stadium before the end of 2026, describing the ambitious project as a full-fledged “stadium city” aimed at boosting sports, tourism, and investment opportunities in the state. Governor Otti made the disclosure while receiving an Abia-born international footballer and Super Eagles star, Samuel Chukwueze, who visited him at the Government House in Umuahia alongside friends to appreciate the Governor for identifying with him during the burial of his mother last weekend. Speaking during the visit, Governor Otti revealed that land for…

May

31

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU Honours High Chief Abraham Otti For Outstanding Humanitarian Contributions

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The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) has honoured High Chief Abraham Otti, popularly known as “Mighty Mighty” and Ikenga Umuchu, in recognition of his remarkable humanitarian services and steadfast commitment to the welfare of humanity. The recognition, presented in Anambra State, celebrates High Chief Otti’s sustained efforts in uplifting the less privileged, supporting vulnerable individuals, and contributing to community development through philanthropic interventions that have impacted countless lives. According to RATTAWU, the honour forms part of the Union’s strategic initiative to identify, celebrate, and encourage distinguished Nigerians whose selfless contributions continue to inspire hope and…

May

31

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

First Lady Priscilla Otti Empowers 35 Indigent Widows With Dignity Homes Across Abia

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In a remarkable demonstration of compassion and people-oriented service, the Wife of the Governor of Abia State, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has commissioned and handed over 35 “Dignity Homes” to indigent widows across the 17 Local Government Areas of the state, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of vulnerable citizens. The initiative, which was carried out in celebration of Governor Alex Otti’s third anniversary in office, provided decent housing to 35 widows, many of whom had reportedly lived in extreme hardship and poor living conditions for years. The official commissioning and symbolic handover took place at Umuhute, Ahiake Ndume…