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  Opinion   Otti's Lavish Lifestyle: A Burden on Abia State by  Mascot Nnamdi  | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image Anywhere Premium whisky is present, you'll find Governor Alex Otti. If it were Okezie Ikpeazu attending every event even with the current security challenge in Aba ,many of these same people would be criticizing him for neglecting governance in favor of social gatherings. The cost of attending these personal events is substantial for the state, as a private jet is now dedicated to the Governor’s movements at Owerri airport. This is a stark contrast to the criticism faced by Okezie Ikpeazu for using a private jet. After the 2019 electoral loss with attendant financial havoc, the first private jet Otti used personally was actually hired by Uche Ogah to transport him back from Abuja after the election results were declared. Before then, Otti flew economy class—a fact those who frequently travelled from Owerri to Lagos can attest to. Claims that he could afford such a luxuri

  News    File Image  Major General MA Abdullahi (N/10208), the Commandant of the depot of the Nigerian Army in Zaria, Kaduna State has told personnel serving in the facility to warn their families against joining the planned nationwide protest, multiple sources told Newsmen. The depot is used by the army for the training of recruits.  Since its establishment in 1924, Nigerian soldiers have been trained at the facility. A nationwide anti-inflation protest in Nigeria themed “EndBadGovernanceInNigeria” has been planned for August 1.   It was reported how some soldiers declared their support for Nigerians to take to the streets to protest the prevailing hardship, hunger, and bad governance.   They had claimed military personnel were also affected by bad governance.   The soldiers said the current government of Bola Tinubu and previous ones had impoverished those of them in the lower cadre.   They noted that to meet their basic financial needs, they had to sell their cars, televisions, hou

  News   File Image The management of telecommunications giant, MTN, has announced the closure of all its shops across Nigeria amid protest over massive disconnection of SIM cards due to non-linkage with National Identification Number (NIN). This was contained in a short notice issued via the company’s official social media handles, stating that the offices would be closed today, Tuesday 30th July, 2024. The notice reads: “Y'ello Customer, Please be informed that our shops nationwide will be closed today, 30th July.   "We are available 24/7 to support you via our digital channels.”    It has been reported on Monday that scores of Nigerian stormed the offices of MTN in major cities in the country to protest the disconnection of their SIM cards.    Recall that thousands of Nigeria, on Sunday, woke up to their SIM cards being barred by the MTN management.   The disconnection comes as Nigerian regulators pressure telcos to implement the NIN-linkage policy introduced in December 20

  News   File Image At least four police officers were killed on Monday evening when gunmen attacked their patrol vehicle in Imo state. The incident happened along the popular Ontisha road in Owerri, the state capital. Eyewitness reports said the fleeing gunmen also shot death a point of sale (POS) operator. The attack occurred at the Blossom Hotel police checkpoint, near SaveMore Market Place in Irete, where the gunmen opened fire on the officers, an eyewitness told Newsmen. According to eyewitness, “They also shot dead a female Point Of Sale operator and some pedestrians who were taken unawares. All the people around ran away for fear of being hit by stray bullets.”   Another eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous, attributed the attack to individuals enforcing the Monday sit-at-home order.    Meanwhile, Henry Okoye, the spokesperson for the Imo State police, when contacted, stated that the command had not yet received a briefing on the incident but would provide an update once t

  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 Over Citizens’ W

  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 Nigeria,”