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How Reliable Electricity Can Transform Abia North Forever — Bourdex Unveils Bold Economic Vision for Jobs, Industries, Digital Economy

How Reliable Electricity Can Transform Abia North Forever — Bourdex Unveils Bold Economic Vision for Jobs, Industries, Digital Economy

Labour Party Senatorial Candidate for Abia North, Chief David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex, MFR, OON, has declared that no society can attain genuine economic prosperity without reliable electricity, insisting that stable power supply remains the single most important catalyst for industrial growth, innovation, job creation and sustainable development. Speaking during the fourth edition of Bourdex Hour, the respected entrepreneur, philanthropist and telecommunications pioneer presented what many observers described as one of his most comprehensive policy conversations yet, explaining why electricity should no longer be viewed merely as a utility for lighting homes but as the foundation upon which prosperous societies are…
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Chidiebere Okoh Defends Hon. Ben Kalu, Condemns Alleged Umunna Youths Sponsored Protest, Highlights DS Development Strides in Bende

Chidiebere Okoh Defends Hon. Ben Kalu, Condemns Alleged Umunna Youths Sponsored Protest, Highlights DS Development Strides in Bende

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Chief Chidiebere J. Okoh, has cautioned youths from Umunna against what he described as attempts to undermine the political standing and developmental achievements of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. Reacting to a recent protest staged by some youths in Umunna community, Chief Okoh alleged that the demonstration was sponsored and politically motivated, urging the youths to desist from allowing themselves to be used to advance interests that, according to him, do not align with the long-term progress of the area. The…
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Bende Progressive Assembly Endorses NDC’s Karibe Ojigwe for Reps, Says He Is Candidate to Beat in 2027

Bende Progressive Assembly Endorses NDC’s Karibe Ojigwe for Reps, Says He Is Candidate to Beat in 2027

The Bende Progressive Assembly has unanimously endorsed the candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Bende Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, Hon. Paschal Karibe Ojigwe, ahead of the 2027 general election. The group described Ojigwe as the candidate to beat, citing his track record of service, accessibility, and commitment to the welfare and development of the people of Bende Federal Constituency. In a statement issued by the Assembly, members said the endorsement followed a careful assessment of Ojigwe's leadership qualities, grassroots acceptance, and sustained contributions to community development across the constituency. According to the Assembly,…
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Chief Of Air Staff Hails Gov. Otti, Says Abia’s Investment in Nigerian Air Force Will Strengthen Regional Security

Chief Of Air Staff Hails Gov. Otti, Says Abia’s Investment in Nigerian Air Force Will Strengthen Regional Security

UMUAHIA, ABIA STATE — The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has lauded Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, for constructing a modern Nigerian Air Force (NAF) office complex, residential accommodation for personnel, and allocating over 120 hectares of land for the establishment of a permanent Air Force base in the State. Speaking during a courtesy visit to Governor Otti at the Government House, Umuahia, on Thursday, July 30, 2026, after participating in the maiden South-East Security Summit hosted by the Abia State Government, Air Marshal Aneke described the Governor's gesture as a strategic…
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Gov. Otti Reaffirms Commitment To South East Security As Umuahia Hosts Regional Security Summit

Gov. Otti Reaffirms Commitment To South East Security As Umuahia Hosts Regional Security Summit

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has reaffirmed his administration's unwavering commitment to strengthening security across the South East, declaring that peace and stability remain the bedrock of economic growth, investment and sustainable development. Governor Otti made the declaration on Thursday, July 30, 2026, while hosting the South East Regional Security Summit 2026 at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. The summit was organised by the Federal Ministry of Defence in collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South East). Speaking on the summit's theme, "Collaborative Approaches to Strengthening Security and…
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