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Reps Member Ibe Okwara Osonwa Backs Otti, Opposes Ohafia-Arochukwu Highway Toll

Reps Member Ibe Okwara Osonwa Backs Otti, Opposes Ohafia-Arochukwu Highway Toll

The reconstruction of the Ohafia-Arochukwu federal highway marks a significant stride in Governor Alex Otti's infrastructural development push, but the federal government's suggestion to toll the roads has been opposed by both the governor and House of Representatives member Ibe Okwara-Osonwa, representing Arochukwu-Ohafia Federal Constituency. Governor Otti's administration has boosted the push to improve and expand Abia State's infrastructure with massive investments that would open up the state and create jobs. Last week, the governor and his team flagged off the reconstruction of the road, which was abandoned for over three decades, according to state government claims. The dilapidated state…
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Setting The Blueprint For Educational Advancement: The Otti’s Example

Setting The Blueprint For Educational Advancement: The Otti’s Example

It is no more news that the Abia state Governor His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti has awarded scholarships to 46 indigent students studying in different tertiary institutions through the Alex Otti foundation (AOF) scholarship scheme, the event which was held at the sacramento event centre is not the first of its kind as it has been a culture over the years pioneered by Gov. Otti through the foundation even as an ordinary citizen Gov. Otti through this initiative over the years has proven his dedication and commitment to a working educational system where no one will be denied right to…
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Joe Igbokwe I Know, Bayo Onanuga I know, Reno Omokri I Know… Who Is This Amaka?

Joe Igbokwe I Know, Bayo Onanuga I know, Reno Omokri I Know… Who Is This Amaka?

When a nation loses its soul and its essence insignificant bigots become the discuss of a People and a nation that should otherwise concern itself with the serious job of making leadership responsible and responsive to the People. When people become largely delusional they seek to exhale bandying debates that divide and gibberish that destroy. They make nitwits and nonentities the subject of national discourse. They make divisive demagoguery centred on creed and clan plausible. They make demonic dichotomies centred on Region and Religion possible. And they enjoy the attendant danse macabre albeit to no good. How Art Thou Fallen,…
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Gunmen Launch Deadly Attack on Anambra LGA Secretariat, Set Buildings Ablaze

Gunmen Launch Deadly Attack on Anambra LGA Secretariat, Set Buildings Ablaze

The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed a devastating arson attack on the Ogbaru Local Government secretariat, perpetrated by a large group of gunmen. The attackers, who struck in the early hours of Friday, set multiple buildings ablaze, including a town hall reserved for traditional rulers and various administrative facilities. SP Tochukwu Ikenga, spokesperson for the state police command, confirmed the incident, stating, "Security operatives valiantly resisted the gunmen, but some LGA properties were destroyed, and several buildings were affected. Fortunately, no lives were lost, and a joint security operation is still underway." Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers fired indiscriminately…
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CBN Gov, Deputies Spend Over N10 Billion on Bulletproof SUVs, Increase Allowances Amidst Economic Hardship

CBN Gov, Deputies Spend Over N10 Billion on Bulletproof SUVs, Increase Allowances Amidst Economic Hardship

As Nigeria grapples with economic challenges and inflation, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Yemi Cardoso and his four deputies have reportedly splurged over N10 billion on bulletproof SUVs. According to Daily Nigerian, the CBN officials have been indulging in extravagant spending, including the purchase of ultra-modern armoured vehicles and a significant increase in their allowances. Governor Cardoso allegedly acquired six armoured Lexus LX 600 2023 models, valued at over N10 billion, for himself and his deputies - Emem Usoro, Philip Ikeazor, Bala Bello, and Sani Abdullahi. Each deputy received one SUV, while Cardoso secured two for his personal use…
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