Economy Archives - Page 2 of 69

Jul

07

2026

Nigeria’s First Manu-Tech UniPod Launched In Abia To Boost Innovation, Manufacturing

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Economy, Education, News, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Economy, Education, Nigeria, Politics

By Comr Amos Oge Kalu The Federal Government, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the Abia State Government, has launched Nigeria's first Manufacturing Technology University Innovation Pod (Manu-Tech UniPod) at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), in Abia State. In a deataled press release by Ctz. Ukoha, Njoku Ukoha Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor of Abia State, the landmark initiative is designed to strengthen innovation, research commercialisation, entrepreneurship and industrial development, while positioning universities as drivers of economic growth and job creation. Speaking at the inauguration,…

Jul

05

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Governor Otti’s Leadership Model Earns Fresh Validation At Northampton Lecture, Says Ambassador Osita Offor

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Economy, Opinion, Politics

Before the 2027 governorship election, the founder of the OTTIMANIA movement and Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, has said Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, continues to distinguish himself as a leader whose competence and credibility are earning global recognition, describing his recent public lecture at the University of Northampton, United Kingdom, as another compelling reason Abians should sustain the current administration beyond its first term. Reacting to Governor Otti's keynote lecture at the University's annual conference on racial justice, Ambassador Offor said the Governor's performance once again demonstrated that true leadership is…

Jul

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Osonwa’s Office Counters False ‘100 Buses’ Narrative, Defends Arochukwu/Ohafia Empowerment Programme

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Economy, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Opinion, Politics

The Office of the Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has dismissed as false claims circulating on social media alleging that over 100 buses and tricycles distributed during the lawmaker's empowerment programme have gone missing. The office described the allegation as a deliberate distortion of facts, insisting that neither Hon. Osonwa nor his office ever announced the distribution of 100 buses and tricycles at any time. In a statement signed by Arua Goodluck, the office said the widely publicised empowerment programme was conducted openly before a large audience and attended by the Deputy Governor of Abia State,…

Jun

27

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia Partners Made-In-Nigeria Campaign To Boost Local Industries, SMEs, Global Market Access

Abia State, Business, Economy, Politics, SponsoredAbia State, Business, Economic, Economy, Ikechukwu Emetu

The Abia State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening local industries, empowering entrepreneurs and expanding market opportunities for indigenous products through strategic partnerships aimed at driving sustainable economic growth. According to a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor, Sir Cyril Chukwudi Eke Mba, the commitment was reiterated on Thursday when the Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, received a high-powered delegation from the National Brand Development and Made-in-Nigeria Project at the Government House, Umuahia. The delegation was led by the Executive Director of the project, Hon. Nwabueze George, alongside the Chairman of its Technical Committee,…

Jun

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Governor Otti Unveils Aircraft Named After Chinua Achebe, Igwe Alfred Achebe, Hails Aviation Reforms

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Business, Economy, NewsAbia State, Economy

LAGOS – Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has unveiled two newly acquired Boeing 737-800NG aircraft belonging to United Nigeria Airlines, named in honour of the late literary giant, Professor Chinua Achebe, and the revered Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, CFR. The aircraft were officially unveiled during a colourful ceremony held at Nesto Aviation Services (NESTAV), Gate 4 Access Road, Local Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, drawing top government officials, aviation stakeholders, traditional rulers and captains of industry from across the country. Speaking at the event, Governor Otti commended the Chairman and Founder of United Nigeria…