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Abia Guber: Prof Ikonne to adopt “people influenced module” to address dearth of infrastructure in state.

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Chinwe Ugele, Umuahia

In what appears to be a complete departure from the old style adopted by the present and past governors of Abia state, the PDP guberntorial candidate, Prof. Uche Ikonne says if elected governor in 2023, his government will only site projects chosen by communities in their domain.

prof. Uchr Ikonne fielding questions from bloggers

This module according to Prof. Ikonne will easily address the priorities of communities in the state instead of embarking on projects that will not have any direct impact on the people.

He said he intends to synergise with the development unions of every community to make it easier for government and communities.

The guberntorial hopeful who disclosed this to bloggers at his campaign headquarters in Umuahia, said he also plans to fully build and realise the Abia capital city around Amakama in Umuahia South LGA originally envisaged by the founding fathers of the state and contained in the Abia charter of equity.

On payment of salary, Prof. Ikonne hinted that he already has figured out how to clear the arrears of pension owed pensioners and all outstanding salaries of every worker in the state within his first six months in office.

As a former Vice Chancellor of Abia state university, Uturu and Rector, Abia state Polytechnics, Ikonne plans to leverage on his experiences from both positions to develop the state as he said “Abia cannot remain timid after my service.”

Though he is yet to make his manifesto public, he however gave a snippet of it when he said his administration would set up a special commission -Aba Development commission to handle the issues of Aba. The commission he said will be empowered to collect taxes from the entrepreneurs which will in turn check multiple taxation.

He also wants to build a second international market in Aba to decongest Ariaria international market.

One of his many dreams is to set up an “Elder’s village” where the sons and daughters of Abia who retire from active service can actually find comfortable and reside in rather than staying in other cities.

Prof. Ikonne who described himself as the most eminently qualified candidate for the number one seat in the state, however agreed that the other candidates are also qualified. He doesn’t think anyone of them is fit enough to cow him.

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Internal Security: Governor Otti reveals security is priority in Abia

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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

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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.

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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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