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May

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2025

Rep. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Congratulates Governor Otti On 2nd Anniversary, Lauds Transformative Achievements

Abia State, Metro, News, Ohafia, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Politics

The Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has congratulated Governor Alex Otti on the occasion of his second anniversary in office, describing his tenure so far as visionary, transformative, and deeply impactful on the lives of Abians. In a statement personally signed by him on Wednesday, Rep. Osonwa praised the governor’s leadership style, which he said has ushered in a new era of purposeful governance in Abia State. Osonwa particularly commended Governor Otti for signing into law the Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA) bill, a legislative milestone designed to accelerate development in…

May

24

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigeria’s governors: Halfway to where? (2) Byabiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbiodun KOMOLAFE, Metro, Politics

According to Kolapo Olatunde, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Ekiti State Chairperson, Oyebanji’s achievements include prompt salary payments, pension defrayment, and welfare initiatives like car and housing loans for primary school workers. He also implemented the N70,000 minimum wage, promoted graduate teachers and reinstated sacked workers. “BAO has showcased his commitment to workers’ welfare and infrastructural development. He has our unalloyed support”, the NLC Chairman concluded. Adewale Adeoye, representing the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), praises Oyebanji’s achievements, including affordable education, road construction and healthcare investment. He notes the governor’s political tolerance and lack of salary arrears for workers and pensioners.…

May

24

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

E.C.K Foundation, Ohafia L.G.A Exco, Hold Successful Inaugural Meeting

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, News, Ohafia, Politics2027, Abia North, ECK Foundation, Emeka Kalu, Ohafia, Politics

The E.C.K Foundation held its inaugural meeting for the Ohafia Local Government Area Executive Council on May 23, 2025. This gathering brought together pivotal stakeholders and officials to discuss pressing issues facing both the foundation and the local community. During the meeting, executives focused on strategies to advance the foundation's objectives, particularly in the areas of community development, education, and empowerment. They also reviewed ongoing projects, pinpointing both challenges and opportunities for growth. The foundation has been actively involved in Ohafia LGA and other local government areas in Abia State, especially within the Abia North Senatorial Zone, aiming to strengthen…

May

22

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Eze Chikamnayo Accuses Gov. Alex Otti of Running Abia State from His Bedroom

Abia State, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Politics

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has been accused by former Commissioner for Information Barrister Eze Chikamnayo of governing the state from his private residence instead of the newly constructed Government House in Umuahia. According to Chikamnayo, Otti has relocated the seat of power to his bedroom, which is 54 kilometres away from the state capital. The new Government House was commissioned in May 2023 by former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, but Otti's administration has raised concerns about the building's readiness for use. The governor has cited structural defects and a lack of necessary facilities as reasons for not utilising the building.…

May

22

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigeria Announces Partnership With Chocolate City Group To Transform National Film Institute.

Economy, Metro, News, PoliticsMetro, Politics

CANNES, FRANCE, MAY 21, 2025: The Nigerian Government and Chocolate City Group have announced a partnership to transform the National Film Institute (NFI) into a world-class film school and production center. The agreement was signed at the Cannes Film Festival, where the Nigerian delegation is making an impressive showing through the "Screen Nigeria" initiative. The NFI transformation forms a key component of the Nigerian government's growth plan, "Destination 2030: Nigeria Everywhere," which aims to create 2 million jobs and contribute $100 billion to the nation's GDP by 2030 through expansion of the creative and tourism sectors. The partnership with Chocolate…