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  News   Ngwa Rangers Criticizes Governor Otti’s Focus on Costly Projects Over Citizens’ Welfare |  #NwokeukwuMascot File Image Ngwa Rangers has voiced strong criticism and concern over Governor Alex Otti’s recent decision to demolish the newly commissioned Government House complex in Ogurube Layout, Umuahia. This announcement, made on July 27, 2024, during a visit to Arochukwu Local Government, has sparked outrage among the Ukwa Ngwa people, represented by Kingsley Ihesiaba, the group’s Publicity Secretary. The controversial decision involves the demolition of the Government House, a significant project initially undertaken by former Governor T.A. Orji and completed by former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu on May 27, 2023. Ngwa Rangers has labeled this move as a stark example of misplaced priorities, particularly given the current economic difficulties faced by many Abians. In a statement titled “Ngwa Rangers Condemns Governor Otti’s Prioritization of White Elephant Projects Ov...

  News   The law reviewable every three years | #NwokeukwuMascot  Bola Ahmed Tinubu  President Bola Tinubu has signed the new National Minimum Wage Amendment bill 2024 into law.  The law reviewable every three years. This follows the resolution between the government, private sector and the organised labour on N70,000 minimum wage. Tinubu signed it at the State House in Abuja on Monday days after the National Assembly passed the bill.   The President signed the bill midway into the Federal Executive Council meeting. The Head of Service said the new law will undoubtedly reassure the workers that the President cares about their welfare.  Senate President Godswill Akpabio led National Assembly leaders to the signing ceremony.  President Tinubu thanked the National Assembly for accelerating the passage of the law.

  News   Engr. Obi Uzu Celebrates 60 Years with a Major Milestone: Launching His Autobiography - Reflecting on Contributions to Abia’s Development | #NwokeukwuMascot Engr Obi Uzu Engr. Obidike Nelkon Uzu, a native of Ndiolumbe in Isiala Ngwa South Autonomous Community, marks his 60th birthday with a significant personal and professional achievement: the launch of his autobiography, "FROM ABA TO FORBES: A JOURNEY OF GRIT AND GLORY." As the Managing Director of Global Process & Pipeline Services Limited (GPPSL), Engr. Uzu has led one of Nigeria's foremost indigenous oil services companies, renowned for its extensive fleet and capabilities across land, swamp, and offshore terrains. Under his stewardship, GPPSL has not only grown exponentially but has also garnered accolades including being named the Best Oil Service Company in Nigeria by the Nigeria International Petroleum Summit (N.I.P.S) between 2018 and 2020 and the second-best Local Company of 2019 by the Nigerian Co...

  Opinion   Celestial Spirits: Abia Government House and Otti's Nightmares by Obinna Oriaku | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image The Abia state Governor Dr Alex Otti while commissioning some reconstructed buildings at Arochukwu local government council at the weekend hinted about his plan to demolish the Government house at Umuahia for a "befitting" Government house as reported by his Chief Press secretary, Mr Ukoha . This announcement has made a lot of Abians to review the Government's true intention and implications.  Believe Nigerian false Prophets and Prophetesses at your peril. Fears are rife that Abia' s Governor Alex Otti may have 'entered ''one chance'', especially by his brazen determination to demolish the iconic Abia Governor's lodge in Abuja and the Government House in Umuahia. I understand Aba lodge is also not spared while we pray Lagos lodge, opposite Bar beach Victoria Island is not sold to a crony. Those that believe in what mar...

  News   Minister Wike Appeals to Residents Amid Economic Hardship and Upcoming Protests | #NwokeukwuMascot Nyesom Wike Amid widespread frustration and chants of "We are hungry! We are hungry!" from the residents of the Federal Capital Territory, Minister Nyesom Wike made a heartfelt plea to dissuade participation in the upcoming #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests, scheduled to take place from August 1 to August 10. The protests are driven by severe economic difficulties and soaring living costs affecting the populace. In a bid to address the growing unrest, Wike addressed the crowd, urging them to calm down. “A hungry man does not have time to waste. I beg you, a hungry man no get time to waste,” Wike said, attempting to empathize with the residents’ plight. Wike acknowledged that the economic hardship and hunger being experienced were not solely attributable to President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating, “The hunger has been there since before now. It did not start to...

  Politics   Labour Party Responds to Kenneth Okonkwo's Resignation and Criticism | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image The Labour Party has responded to the resignation of its former presidential campaign spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, expressing that his departure did not come as a surprise. The party also condemned Okonkwo, an actor turned politician, for his recent criticism of its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, describing it as an attempt to seek attention. In a statement, Okonkwo announced that he had ended his political association with the Labour Party and Peter Obi. Okonkwo had defected to the Labour Party on August 24, 2022, just one month after resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to the party’s decision to field a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket. At the time, Okonkwo stated that he joined the Labour Party to promote good governance and contribute to building a new Nigeria. In his resignation statement titled “Political Journey to a Great Nige...

  News    Dr Alex Chioma Otti  Abia State Governor Alex Otti has emphasized that protesting without police approval is illegal. During a visit from Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State and the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 Nigerian general elections, Otti urged Abia residents to refrain from protesting.   This comes as many Nigerians and civil society organisations plan to demonstrate against hunger and hardship in the country, dubbed the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest. The protest is scheduled to hold from August 1 to 10. Otti said, “It would be very unfair to say things are not difficult now. Things are difficult; hunger is real and that is true. But how do you solve the problem? The problem we found ourselves in in the country today is economic.  “Will I say that we are actually paying the price for bad governance that didn’t start today? First of all, for you to organise a protest, the law requires that you get approval fr...

  News   Ifeanyi Ubah Nigerian Senator from Anambra South, and an All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead. It was  learnt that Ubah died in a hotel in London, the United Kingdom. He had left for London two days ago. His death was also confirmed on a group chat of senators who had started to pour in tributes. Just days ago, his campaign council donated a total of N71 million to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State, bolstering the party’s presence and strength in the region. The donation, which includes N50million from Senator Ubah himself, was part of his pledge to support the party and enhance its effectiveness in the state.   The senate has yet to comment on the incident.

  News   File Image In a startling turn of events, the Abia State-owned Broadcasting Corporation (BCA) has been intermittently off the air due to an inability to fuel its power generators. The station has been relying on electricity supplied by the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), but this arrangement has proven inadequate. Sources within the station, who spoke to Newsmirrorng, revealed that BCA is undergoing a challenging period marked by inconsistent broadcasting. The core issue is the lack of access to funds necessary to maintain continuous operations. The problem has been exacerbated since the introduction of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) by the Labour Party-led administration under Governor Alex Otti.  The TSA policy, designed to streamline and ensure accountability in financial transactions, has inadvertently stifled the station’s operational efficiency. One insider explained the cumbersome process involved: “If you want to buy a request card costi...

  News   Abia PDP Affirms Continuation of Congresses Despite Legal Challenge | #NwokeukwuMascot  File Image The Abia State chapter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has firmly stated that its scheduled congresses will proceed as planned, despite a lawsuit filed against them in the Bende Local Government Area High Court. The lawsuit, numbered HB/3/2024, was filed by Francis Etuzu, Chidindu Kalu Kalu, and Enyinnaya Ogbu. The plaintiffs have requested the court to halt the planned ward and local government congresses scheduled for the coming weekend and to prevent the party from extending the tenure of current office holders. In a statement signed by Elder Abraham Amah, the Vice Chairman and Acting State Publicity Secretary of the Abia PDP, the party reassured its stakeholders and members that a meeting was convened to address the issue. The legal team has been instructed to review and respond to the lawsuit. The statement, titled "Dismissive Restraining Order on the Co...

  News   Female Truck Driver Harassed by Revenue Touts, Causes Traffic Gridlock on Aba-Ikot Ekpene Expressway | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image Umuahia, Abia State – A significant traffic jam has developed along the Aba-Ikot Ekpene expressway, immediately after the popular timber market. following an incident involving a female truck driver and revenue touts posing as state agents. The situation has caused severe disruption, particularly after the timber market area. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred around 3 PM yesterday. The female driver, whose truck was loaded with cement, was reportedly harassed and physically handled by the touts. In the altercation, they allegedly seized her keys and phone, leaving her stranded and unable to move the vehicle. Mr. Anyanwu, a motorist who witnessed the event, recounted that the situation escalated when the distressed driver, in an attempt to regain control, accidentally collided with a Mercedes Benz. The touts fled the scene im...