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Abia Guber 2023: Group endorses Prof Ibe.
Chinwe Ugele, Umuahia.
Abia state governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) Prof Gregory Ibe has pledged to implement a gender sensitive policy in government if elected governor.
Addressing the leadership of Ngwa Daughters Development Association Abuja branch who paid him a courtesy visit, Prof Ibe commended the enterprising spirit of Abia women, which according to him has continued to be a fundamental support system for the development of the state.
He promised to leverage the inherent business acumen of Abia women in taking the Small and Medium Enterprises sector in the state to a higher level. He recalled with nostalgia his past and current engagements in Ngwa land, including construction of Abia State University Teaching Hospital (ABSUTH), donation of weaving materials to Ngwa women and award of university education scholarship to more than 180 students from the Ukwa La Ngwa region – Abia South senatorial zone.
According to Prof Ibe,” With a lot of nostalgia I want to appreciate you for this visit as I struggle with emotion recalling the period I lived in Obingwa, Umule and Ekenna street Aba respectively, the sweet memories of my experience while building the Abia State University Teaching Hospital and the friendships I have cherished with many great sons of Ngwa extraction, including Chief Chukwu Wachukwu, Elder John Nwangborogwu, Iyke Anyatonwu, Reagan Ufomba, and those that have gone to be with Lord,His eminence Eze Bernard Enweremadu, Chief Allen Nwachukwu, Justice Izima, Iyke Daniels, just to mention a few.”
He pledged to leverage the APGA philosophy of ‘Onye Aghala Nwanneya’ to ensure the good dispensation of “a populist decentralized governance structure where no one or group will be left behind while guaranteeing equitable and even development of all zones and sectors”. He stated that subsequent upon his recent meeting with leadership of Nigeria Union of Pensioners in Umuahia, he is now more determined than ever to launch a public service reform policy that would eliminate the sad tale of unpaid pensions and gratuities, which according to him constitutes a major challenge to Nde Ngwa who form a large chunk of the workforce in the public sector.
He insists that he is better positioned to develop not only “Ala Ngwa” (Ngwa land)but the entire state, he enjoined the women to play their part by acquiring Permanent Voter Cards to enable them participate in the process of bringing positive change to Abia.
Earlier in an address delivered by its President Ngozi Nwaokenneya, the women stated that they came to convey “the unanimous decision of the entire members of Ngwa Daughters Development Association worldwide to confer on him an Award of Excellence in recognition of of his immense contributions towards Women, Children and Youth Empowerment.”
According to Mrs Nwaokenneya, the award will be presented to Prof Ibe during an event that is specially organized to “ celebrate women, promote Ngwa/Igbo culture and recognize men and women who have distinguished themselves by empowering the widows, youth, children, women, orphans and less privileged people in our society to create a positive impact on their lives and to give them hope to live for tomorrow.”
Highlight of the visit was endorsement of Prof Ibe’s gubernatorial aspiration by the group which was further strengthened by a special prayer session evoking divine blessings on the political project and on Abia state.
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Internal Security: Governor Otti reveals security is priority in Abia
By Editor , Umuahia
Abia state Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has attributed the relative peace in the state to the team work that is evident among security agencies in the state.
The governor stated this while speaking to a team from the office of the National Security Adviser during a working visit to him in his country home in Nvosi.
In a press statement signed by the chief press secretary to the governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the governor told the team led by Barr. Abdullahi Bello that “all efforts towards a safe, peaceful and secured Abia may not be in the public domain, all that matters is the results being achieved.
‘These efforts manifested in the just concluded yuletide as there were little or no reports of security breaches across the State,” Gov. Otti noted.
Governor Otti said that his administration attaches priority to issues of security. He noted that the most important part of governance is security, adding that if security is threatened, nothing works.
Governor Otti said that the visit provided opportunity for both parties to learn from one another.
“For us, the most important part of governance is security. If security fails, every other thing fails, so we attach top priority to issues around security, that is why we’re excited to have you here to give us all the support that you can and you too can learn from us,” he said.
Speaking earlier, the leader of the delegation, Barr. Abdullahi Bello said that they were in the state for “victim impact assessment.” He commended Governor Otti for his various achievements, especially in the areas of infrastructure and security.
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Strengthening policing: Abia CP Isa receives Abia born new constables
Stephanie Clems, Umuahia
The Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, CP Danladi Isa, has received a total of 199 new constables of Abia State origin deployed to serve in the state.
Addressing the constables, he reminded them of the reason of their deployment to their local communities to begin service.
This is in alignment with the vision of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) which is to promote community policing and foster people-friendly practices.
CP Isa further urged them to make good use of the training and discipline instilled in them at the police college.
He instructed them to remain civil, professional, and to shun all forms of corruption, indiscipline, misconduct, or any behavior unbecoming of an officer.
He further warned that any such actions would attract necessary disciplinary measures.
He advised them to learn practical police functions diligently and to carry out their duties in the fear of God.
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Humanitarian act: Mrs. Otti donates cash, food items, groceries, others to Charity homes in Abia state.
By Editor, Umuahia
The wife of the Abia state governor, Mrs. Priscilla Otti has extended her benevolence to six orphanages in Aba and Umuahia.
She a total cash donation of six million to the six centres as support to the vulnerable groups with each home receiving a million naira.
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There were also gifts of 50kg bags of rice, (30), other food supplies, and toiletries.
In her milk of kindness, caregivers in each facility were given cash support to appreciate their dedication and hard work.
Mrs. Priscilla Otti who was represented by the wife of the deputy governor, Mrs. Adaeze Emetu emphasized the administration’s unwavering commitment to uplifting the less privileged and ensuring their welfare is made a priority .
She applauded the coordinators and caregivers for their selfless dedication to humanitarian services, particularly their care for vulnerable children.
The Commissioner for Women Affairs Mrs Maureen Aghukwa, and the Special Assistant to the Governor on Poverty Alleviation and Vulnerable Groups, Mrs. Ifeoma Thomas also expressed gratitude to Mrs. Otti for her impactful initiative of appreciating the caregivers for their tireless efforts in providing care and support.
In their various responses, leaders of the benefitting homes, including Rev. Sister Maria Anita Ogbonna of DMMM compassionate home and Madam Oyibo Okonkwo of Agape Charity Home commended the administration of Governor Alex Otti and his wife for their compassion and focus on the welfare of less privileged homes.
They prayed for God’s blessings and wisdom upon them as they continue to serve the state.
Recall that earlier in the year, Mrs. Otti personally visited Susana Homes at Ukwa East, where she donated ₦1,000,000, Bags of rice, food items, and other essentials to further support their operations.
The benefitting homes of the donations are DMMM compassionate home, Ahiaeke- ₦1,000,000, Caregivers: ₦150,000, Agape Charity Home, Avodim, Ipupe-Amuba Ubakala – ₦1,000,000Caregivers: ₦150,0003, So-Said Charity Homes for Vulnerable Persons, Amibo : ₦1,000,000, Caregivers: ₦150,0004.
Also St. Vincent De Paul Center for Mentally and Physically Challenged Persons, Umuafai Ndume Ibeku: ₦1,000,000, Caregivers: ₦150,000, Ngwa Road Motherless Babies Home – ₦1,000,000, Caregivers: ₦150,000 and SDA Motherless Babies Home: ₦1,000,000, Caregivers: ₦100,000.
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