Abia State Archives - Page 145 of 300

Jul

20

2025

31 additional states will create economic burden on Nigeria – Otti

Abia State, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Written by Dirisu Yakubu The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that creating additional 31 States as being sought by various ethnic nationalities in the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution would pose a serious economic burden on the Nigerian state. He also described the exercise as an opportunity for Nigerians to give the country a sense of direction in the way it should be properly governed. Otti stated these on Saturday in his address at the South-East Zonal Constitution Review for Abia and Imo States held in Owerri by the House of Representatives Committee On Constitution Review. Represented…

Jul

17

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

E.C.K Foundation President Congratulates Prince Emeka Kalu on RATTAWU Victory

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, Politics, RATTAWU NewsAbia State, Emeka Kalu, Next Level, Nigeria, Politics, Prince Emeka Kalu, RATTAWU

Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, President of the E.C.K Foundation Worldwide, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Prince Emeka Kalu, also known as "Magic Finger," on his election as the National President of the Radio, Television, and Theatre Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU). In a statement, Chief Kalu expressed his confidence in Prince Kalu’s leadership skills, noting that his experience and dedication will play a crucial role in fostering positive change within the union. Chief Kalu emphasised the importance of Prince Kalu’s achievement, highlighting the increasing influence of Abia State and the Southeast region in national affairs. As an advocate…

Jul

16

2025

By Tunde Agabi

Traditional Ruler, Community Leaders Decry Plan to Demolish New Classroom Block in Abia

Abia State, Education, Lifestyle, Metro, NewsAbia State, Breaking, Education, Metro

King Larry Ogbonnaya Agwu, the traditional ruler of Ajata-na-Igu Autonomous Community in Ikwuano Local Government Area (LGA), has strongly opposed plans to demolish a newly built four-classroom block at Umuigu Central School to make way for a proposed model classroom block by the Abia State Government. The announcement has sparked outrage among community leaders and residents, who view the move as unnecessary and potentially malicious. The controversy arose following reports of ongoing demolitions of dilapidated classrooms at the school, prompting King Larry to intervene. “If you demolish the whole classrooms in the school, including the newly built one, will our…

Jul

16

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gov. Otti Tasks Ohanaeze On Restoration Of Lost Values, Calls For Projects That Inspire Collective Involvement Of The Igbos

Abia State, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Politics

Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, has tasked the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide with restoring the lost moral values the Igbos were known for in the past. Governor Otti spoke on Tuesday, July 15th, while receiving the executive members of the Ohaneze Ndigbo, Abia State Chapter, led by her president, Dr Chukwuemeka Okwuonu, in his office. In the words of the governor, the responsibility of bringing back those values of honesty, hard work, resilience, dignity, respect for the elders, among others, now rests on all Igbo leaders. "The responsibility of all of us is to bring…

Jul

16

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Chinenye Mba Wins July Edition of Ogbajie Foundation’s Empowerment Fund

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Business, Metro, News, OhafiaAbia State, Comr Amos Kalu, Kingsley Kalu Okeh, Ohafia, Okon-Aku

In a heartwarming display of philanthropy, Chief Kingsley Kalu Okeh, founder of the Ogbajie Foundation, has announced Chinenye Mba as the fortunate winner of the July edition of his empowerment initiative. This initiative aims to support young people in the community and aligns with Chief Okeh's commitment to providing financial assistance to the youth throughout the year. By supporting young individuals like Chinenye Mba, Chief Okeh is helping to build a brighter future for the community. His initiative is a testament to the power of kindness and generosity, with an impact that will be felt for years to come. The…