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Dec

12

2025

HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha, emphasizes that Nigeria’s true measure of progress lies in rural well‑being

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, Politics, Social IssuesAbia State, Bobby Aguocha, Metro, Opinion

Ohuhu, Abia State – In a stark reminder that national development must be gauged by the condition of its most remote communities, HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha, Grand Patron, Ezenaebiri and Ohuruzo of Umuohuru Kingdom, has stated that “the yardstick of measurement in Nigeria should be the rural areas. Until they begin to do as well as those in the city, we are not doing well.” Speaking ahead of the upcoming holiday season, the traditional ruler questioned the affordability of a decent Christmas lunch for many rural dwellers and highlighted the precarious health status of those living outside urban centres: “As…

Dec

12

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

You’ve Taken Away Our Period of Mourning, Reproach, and Restored Our Dignity – Abia Pensioners Tell Governor Alex Otti

Abia State, Economy, Lifestyle, Metro, News, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Politics

The Abia state government has assured pensioners in the state that it will in no distant time commence the disbursement of their over 20-years unpaid gratuity owed having received the report of its committee on pension and gratuity. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity Mr Ferdinand Ekeoma dropped this cheering news While addressing members of the Concerned Abia Pensioners at the Umuahia Sub -Treasury, School road, Umuahia. Mr Ekeoma assured that every verified Abia pensioner will receive their gratuity as assured by Governor Alex Otti "Apart from the committee that worked on the gratuity,the matter has…

Dec

12

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

All Roads Lead To Umuahia North LGA As Abia Online Media Holds Her AGM, Unveils Patrons

Abia State, Current Events, Metro, News, SponsoredAbia State, Nigeria, OMPAN, Politics

Today, the Abia Online Media Publishers will hold her Annual General Meeting with the theme : The Impact of AI on Media and Journalism in the 21st Century. The Keynote speaker for the event is the cerebral Dr Patra Arinze Etie while the Chairman of the occasion is The member representing Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency Hon Obi Aguocha. High point of the event will the unveiling of Grand Patron and Patrons of the organization. Full List of Patrons Include: Dr. Alex Otti OFR - Grand Patron Rt. Hon Benjamin Okezie Kalu PhD CFR Hon Ginger Onwusibe Hon Amobi Ogah Dr. Uche…

Dec

12

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Amb. Dr Osita Offor “Ultimate Commander”, Receives the Masters Radio 105.9 FM, Award for Philanthropist/ Humanitarian Personality, 2025.

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Entertainment, News, SponsoredEntertainment, Osita Offor, Ultimate Commander

Abia-born Philanthropist, Ambassador Dr Osita Offor (Ikenga Gburugburu), popularly known as “De Ultimate Commander” and President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, was honoured with the Masters 105.9 FM Philanthropist/ Humanitarian Personality of the year 2025 award during a live ceremony broadcast from the station’s studios on Thursday, 11th December 2025, at 1:00 PM. Masters 105.9 FM, recognised as one of the most widely listened to radio stations in the East of Niger and beyond, nominated Amb. Dr Offor for this distinction in recognition of his significant contributions to Abia State’s development and Nigeria at large. His…

Dec

11

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia Online Media Publishers Hails Chief Smart Iheoma for Supporting Union’s AGM

Abia State, NewsAbia State, OMPAN

The Abia Online Media Publishers has expressed deep appreciation to Chief Smart Iheoma, Mayor of Umuahia North Local Government Area, for his unwavering support towards the growth and activities of the association. In a statement released on Wednesday, the union revealed that Chief Iheoma generously offered the Umuahia North Local Government Multipurpose Hall for the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Abia Online Media Publishers, scheduled for Friday, 12 December 2025. The gesture, described as a “timely and invaluable contribution,” underscores the Mayor’s commitment to promoting media development and fostering closer collaboration with journalists and media professionals in Abia State.…