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Abia Guber: Prof. Greg Ibe embarks on consultation of stakeholders
Chinwe Ugele, Umuahia
Following his recent visit to the Governor of Abia State, ,Okezie Victor Ikpeazu PhD, on his aspirantion to become the next Governor of Abia State, Prof. Greg Ibe has commenced a state wide consultation of critical political stakeholders.
During his visits to some PDP chieftains, from Abia Central Senatorial zone such as Chief Barthy Ukaogo, Rev Arc. Benson Ezem, Chief Sir John Erendu, Chief Obisike Okengwu, Pst Emeka Inyama and Chief Uche Akwukwuegbu (Bawas), Prof Ibe reiterated his disposition and readiness to contest the position of Abia state governor in 2023 with the sole aim of serving the people.
According to him, “In accordance with the biblical injunction that encourages, according honor to whom it is due, I respectfully wish to inform you of my resolve to contest for the position of Abia Governor in the 2023 general election.
“Having acquired sufficient cognate experience, consulting to such notable bodies as the World Bank, United Nations, UNICEF, ECOWAS commission and Federal Government of Nigeria, I am endowed with the capacity to reinvent our state and champion comprehensive societal reforms in critical sectors of the economy while dispensing quality service to our people passionately.”
He promised his hosts individually that he would build on the legacies of past leaders by leveraging naturally endowed resources to establish cottage industries and vigorously pursue the realization of Aba as the commercial hub of Africa through the establishment of an annex of World Trade Centre.
In his words, “From the rich oil wells of Owaza in Ukwa West Local Government Area to the productive cocoa farms of Ikwuano, the lush green rice fields of Bende and massive cement raw material deposits at Arochukwu, Abia is not in short supply of naturally endowed resources.
” As a departure from the past where these resources were only sold to merchants, we shall also leverage them as raw materials to build cottage industries and by so doing provide employment and business opportunities to our people.
” Since Aba is critical to our plan, we shall deepen the gains already attained by subsequent regimes by establishing a World Trade Centre annex in our own Enyimba city.”
He said it would discourage the practice of preferential development.
Prof Ibe assured of decentralising his administration by building government house annexes in the 17 Local Government Councils to foster rotation of executive council meetings from one LGA to another, thereby encouraging grassroots participation in policy formulation in the entire process of governance.
Copies of the abridged edition of his manifesto handbook was shared at each stop even as the governorship aspirant requested his hosts to further enrich the final blueprint by sending their inputs to him.
In their separate responses, the party stakeholders acknowledged the endowed potentials, unique qualities and distinguishing pedigree of Prof Ibe, describing him as the best material for Abia governor in 2023.
While praying for divine approval of the project, they encouraged Prof Ibe not to relent in his vision to transform the state.
They promised to mobilize their people to support his aspiration.
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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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