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16/01/2025

The Import of Governor Otti's Free and Compulsory Education in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Education is the cornerstone of personal and societal development, empowering individuals to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to their communities. It unlocks the doors to better career opportunities, improved health outcomes, and increased civic engagement. In recognition of its transformative power, Governor Alex Otti has made free and compulsory education a top priority in Abia State....

The Import of Governor Otti’s Free and Compulsory Education in Abia Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Education is the cornerstone of personal and societal development, empowering individuals to reach the…

16/01/2025

Gov. Otti Lays Wreath, Inspects Ongoing Reconstruction, Expansion Projects in Umuahia Earlier yesterday, the Executive Governor of Abia, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, inspected the ongoing reconstruction, expansion and beautification work going on along Bank Road, Umuahia, the State Capital. Governor Otti went on the inspection tour after Laying the Wreath at the Aguiyi Ironsi Cenotaph, Ogurube Layout, Umuahia in Commemoration and Celebration of the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day....

Gov. Otti Lays Wreath, Inspects Ongoing Reconstruction, Expansion Projects in Umuahia Earlier yesterday, the Executive Governor of Abia, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, inspected the ongoing r…

15/01/2025

Abia gov’s wife vows to domesticate laws prohibiting discrimination/stigmatisation of people living with HIV/AIDS
Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia
The wife of the Abia State Governor Mrs Precilia Otti, has to lead the war against stigmatization and discrimination of people living with HIV/AIDS in the state.
Mrs Otti spoke on Tuesday during a meeting with members of the state chapter of Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) and the Key Population (KP) group at her residence in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area.
She reaffirmed her commitment towards improving the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS through advocacy, support, empowerment

and providing hope for affected individuals.
She maintained that HIV is not a death sentence, while urging those affected to embrace treatment while rejecting societal judgment.
Mrs Otti said, “I am encouraged by the progress we are making to suppress the spread of the disease, but we must do more to prevent new infections and ensure a stigma-free society.
“This administration is dedicated to supporting every group in Abia State, including those living with HIV/AIDS.
“As a government we will collaborate with key stakeholders to domesticate laws prohibiting discrimination and stigmatisation of people living with HIV/AIDS in Abia.
“Our initiative signifies a bold step towards building an inclusive and compassionate society where no one feels left behind due to their health status”.
She enjoined women and youths who engage in commercial s*x work to seek alternative opportunities, promising to initiate skill acquisition programs to empower and uplift them.
The Director General of the Abia State Agency for the Control of AIDS, Dr. Uloaku Emma, revealed that 46,788 individuals are currently undergoing treatment in the state.
She highlighted the agency’s commitment to eradicating stigma as a critical step in achieving zero new infections.
Representatives from NEPWHAN and the KP group, including National Secretary Mr. Joseph Anosike and State Coordinator Mr. Agbai Okali, expressed deep gratitude for Mrs. Otti’s intervention.
They emphasized the importance of sustainable support, including job creation and continuous sensitization, in addressing the root causes of vulnerability and controlling the virus.
The high point of the meeting was the distribution of bags of rice and cash donations to each of the attendees.

Abia gov’s wife vows to domesticate laws prohibiting discrimination/stigmatisation of people living with HIV/AIDS Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The wife of the Abia State Governor Mrs Precilia O…

15/01/2025

ASEPA reviews waste disposal tariffs/rates, warms residents against indiscriminate dumping of refuse Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA) has approved new rates and tariffs for the payment of waste levy by residents of the state. The Director General ASEPA Mr Ogbonnia Okereke, announced this on Tuesday through an executive order signed by Governor Alex Otti. He said the review of the rates was inline with section 2 of Abia State tax codification and consolidation amendment law of 2024....

  ASEPA reviews waste disposal tariffs/rates, warms residents against indiscriminate dumping of refuse Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA) has app…

15/01/2025

Development, unity of our people is our priority, Gov Otti tells ohanaeze PG Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that his interest and that of his brother governors from the states that make up the Ohanaeze Ndigbo is the development and unity of the people. Otti spoke on Tuesday,in his Umuehim Nvosi country home in Isiala Ngwa South LGA, when he received in audience the newly elected President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Sen....

Development, unity of our people is our priority, Gov Otti tells ohanaeze PG Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that his interest and that of his brother govern…

15/01/2025

There is no better place for entrepreneurship, investment than Abia — Abia govs tells prospective partners Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that there is no better place currently for entrepreneurship and investment than Abia state. The governor stated this while receiving in audience a delegation of the US Market Access Center (USMAC) led by the Chief Executive Officer, Mr....

There is no better place for entrepreneurship, investment than Abia — Abia govs tells prospective partners Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that there is no b…

14/01/2025

Building a Stronger Abia Judiciary: Governor Otti's Focus on Teamwork, Patriotism, and Worker Welfare Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's vision for a New Abia prioritizes the total welfare of all Abia workers, including those in the Judiciary arm of the government. Since assuming office on May 29, 2023, Governor Otti has consistently demonstrated his commitment to regular payment of workers' salaries, pensions, and other entitlements....

Building a Stronger Abia Judiciary: Governor Otti’s Focus on Teamwork, Patriotism, and Worker Welfare Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti’s vision for a New Abia prioritizes the tot…

14/01/2025

¦ Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Commissioner of Police in Abia State CP Danladi Isa, has tasked newly promoted officers in the command to shun any act capable of tarnishing the image of Police Force in discharge of their duties. Isa spoke on Tuesday in Umuahia the state capital during a ceremony to decorate 63 newly promoted officers. He warned the officers to exhibit…...

¦ Ogbonnaya Ikokwu, Umuahia The Commissioner of Police in Abia State CP Danladi Isa, has tasked newly promoted officers in the command to shun any act capable of tarnishing the image of Police For…

14/01/2025

Governor Otti Swears In Edo State Born Benson Ojeikere as Abia State Head of Service Earlier today, the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti reaffirmed his commitment to meritocracy, applied his policy of 'If you live in Abia, You are Abian' and demonstrated the true meaning of ONE NIGERIA as captured in the letters of the National Anthem, 'Though Tribe and Tongue, May Differ, In Brotherhood We Stand' as he swore in Edo-born Mr....

Governor Otti Swears In Edo State Born Benson Ojeikere as Abia State Head of Service Earlier today, the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti reaffirmed his commitment to…

13/01/2025

You Deserve To Be Celebrated, Governor Otti Tells Members Of Nigerian Legion, Speaks on Judiciary Worker’s Strike The Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says members of the Nigerian Legion and the entire Nigerian armed forces deserve to be celebrated. Governor Otti stated this at the interdenominational thanksgiving service as part of activities marking the commemoration of the fallen heroes and wreath laying by the Nigerian Armed Forces held at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Chapel, Federal Medical Centre Umuahia....

You Deserve To Be Celebrated, Governor Otti Tells Members Of Nigerian Legion, Speaks on Judiciary Worker’s Strike The Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says members of the Nigerian Legion and the…

13/01/2025

Gov. Otti's endorsement for second tenure: the opposition's nightmare - By Eagle Okoro "Truth is bitter but must be said," says a popular maxim. An American businessman, philantropist and author, William Clement Stone, puts it this way: "Truth will always be truth, regardless of lack of understanding, disbelief or ignorance." The Abia Governor, Dr Chioma Alex Otti, began to receive accolades for his exemplary and focused leadership qualities from prominent Nigerians in the early days of his administration....

Gov. Otti’s endorsement for second tenure: the opposition’s nightmare – By Eagle Okoro “Truth is bitter but must be said,” says a popular maxim. An American businessm…

12/01/2025

We Can’t Take Your Sacrifices For Granted. Otti Tells Veterans, Serving Officers

12/01/2025

Mrs Otti, hosts miss Diaspora Nigeria, Pledges Collaboration to Empower Youths The Wife of the Governor of Abia State, Her Excellency Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has reaffirmed her commitment to empowering young women and promoting the state’s cultural heritage. This assurance was given during a courtesy visit by Miss Diaspora Nigeria, USA 2024 Top Model, First Runner-Up, and Best Cultural Costume winner, Miss Ugonma Ogbonnaya, at her home in Nvosi....

Mrs Otti, hosts miss Diaspora Nigeria, Pledges Collaboration to Empower Youths The Wife of the Governor of Abia State, Her Excellency Mrs. Priscilla Otti, has reaffirmed her commitment to empoweri…

11/01/2025

Governor Otti Joins Other Igbo States Governors For Election of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Executive The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, joined other Governors of Igbo extraction including prominent Igbo leaders in Enugu for the election of Ohaneze Ndigbo new leadership. The exercise was conducted peacefully with 4 South-East Governors and former Governors present. Senator John Mbata from Rivers State was elected President-General of the apex Igbo body by concensus to succeed Nze Ozichukwu Chukwu, who was appointed to complete the tenure of the late Chief Emmanuel lwuanyanwu from Imo State....

Governor Otti Joins Other Igbo States Governors For Election of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Executive The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, joined other Governors of…

10/01/2025

Otti’s Abia Vision 2025 and Beyond: Transformation, Not Competition
Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D
Governor Alex Otti’s administration is on a mission to transform Abia State, staying focused despite distractions. Attempts by some Abia PDP agents and social media critics to compare him to Enugu State Governor, Mr. Peter Mba, have not swayed Governor Otti from his comprehensive vision for Abia’s rebuilding. These comparisons, often made in bad faith, aim to instigate rivalry between the governors, but Governor Otti remains committed to his goals.
After 24 years of destruction, abandonment, corruption, and looting by the Abia PDP, Governor Otti has made significant strides in correcting past wrongs. In less than two years, he has paid off billions of Naira in accumulated salaries and pensions, ensuring regular payments and restoring dignity to the state’s workforce.
Governor Otti’s vision encompasses total reconstruction, transformation, and recovery across all sectors through sound policies and programs. His administration has launched initiatives to revitalize the economy, improve infrastructure, and enhance Abians’ quality of life. From new road constructions to renovations, Governor Otti’s government has demonstrated its commitment to connecting communities and fostering economic growth.
Notable achievements in road infrastructure development include several completed and ongoing projects in Aba, Umuahia, and other parts of the state. These projects, costing several billions, have positively impacted the state’s economy and citizens’ lives. Examples include the ongoing reconstruction of Port Harcourt road by Julius Berger, Osisioma-Ekeakpara road, and Cemetery road and Omuma road reconstructions.
In addition to infrastructure development, Governor Otti has made significant strides in health, education, agriculture, and waste management. His administration is renovating and equipping 200 Primary Health Centers (PHCs) statewide, laying groundwork for initiatives like the Abia Medical City Project, which promises to revolutionize regional healthcare delivery. The government has allocated 35% of its 2025 budget to health and education, reaffirming its commitment to the people’s well-being and development.
Governor Otti’s administration prioritizes empowering Abia’s youth and women, recognizing their crucial role in driving economic growth and development. Various initiatives and programs provide training, funding, and mentorship opportunities, supporting entrepreneurship and innovation. These efforts unlock the potential of Abia’s youth and women, enabling meaningful contributions to the state’s development.
Furthermore, Governor Otti’s government demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, preserving Abia’s natural resources for future generations. Through the rejuvenated Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA), initiatives promote waste management, conservation, and sustainable practices, ensuring Abia remains beautiful and healthy. The era of indiscriminate refuse dumping in Aba and Umuahia is now history.
Governor Otti’s leadership has earned recognition. Prominent Abians, including Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, Senator Nkechi Nworgu, Rt. Honorable Benjamin Kanu, Monday Onyekachi Ubani, SAN and Sir Mark Wabara, have commended him for exceptional performance. Abians on the other hand have continually demonstrated unwavering support for Governor Otti and the New Abia administration.
As Governor Otti pursues his vision, it’s clear he’s not competing with anyone. Focused on delivering promises, he’s making Abia a better place. His commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance earns respect and admiration from Abians and Nigerians. Under Governor Otti’s leadership, Abia is poised for greatness, with a brighter future ahead.
Governor Otti’s vision for Abia remains clear and unwavering. Committed to delivering promises, he ensures Abia becomes a model for sustainable development and good governance. With his leadership and Abians’ support, Abia is set to achieve greatness, becoming an exemplary state.
Dr. Ebere Uzoukwa is SSA on Public Affairs to the Governor of Abia State.

Otti’s Abia Vision 2025 and Beyond: Transformation, Not Competition Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti’s administration is on a mission to transform Abia State, staying focused des…

09/01/2025

'Skill Out of Poverty': Natures Gentle Touch Hair Institute Empowers Nigerians Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria – Natures Gentle Touch Hair Institute, a beauty and style institution, is making significant strides in combating poverty through its Skill Out of Poverty initiative. The Scholarship Programme equips participants with professional hairdressing skills, empowering them with the tools to establish sustainable careers in the beauty care industry....

‘Skill Out of Poverty’: Natures Gentle Touch Hair Institute Empowers Nigerians Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria – Natures Gentle Touch Hair Institute, a beauty and style institution, is making si…

09/01/2025

Governor Otti At Ministers Prayer Network Anniversary, Maintains Stance On Using Gov’t Money Solely For Gov’t Business Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has once again maintained his stance that government money must not be used for private endeavors but solely for government businesses. Speaking on Wednesday, 8th January, at the 30th anniversary of Ministers Prayer Network held at their Headquarters in Ukwa West LGA, Governor Otti who attended the event alongside his wife, Her Excellency, Mrs....

Governor Otti At Ministers Prayer Network Anniversary, Maintains Stance On Using Gov’t Money Solely For Gov’t Business Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has once again maintained his stance …

08/01/2025

Senator Orji Kalu Visit Governor Otti, Facilitates Abia Government Collaboration With China Power The Governor of Abia State Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, on Tuesday 7th January, received in audience the former Governor of Abia State and Senator Representing Abia North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu at his Umuehim Nvosi Country home in Isialangwa South LGA who came with a team from China Power; a fortune 500 Chinese Government-owned company....

Senator Orji Kalu Visit Governor Otti, Facilitates Abia Government Collaboration With China Power The Governor of Abia State Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, on Tuesday 7th January, received in audience the fo…