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Election petition: Tribunal upholds Gov. Otti’s election.
By Editor, Umuahia
The election petition tribunal in Umuahia has dismissed the petitions by the candidate of the People’s Democratic party, Okechukwu Ahiwe and the candidate of the All progressives Congress, Ikechi Emenike for lack of merit.
The tribunal delivered separate judgements for both cases which had varying grounds
In her ruling on the matter between Ahiwe and Otti, the chairman of the panel, justice H. Gwadah said the petitioner did not include some of the reliefs sought in the original petition but tried to bring them in through replies.
She held that the tribunal could not grant such as the legal team was “indolent” and “abandoned” it’s case.
She also said that the petitioners failed to prove beyond doubt the allegations of over voting in the various polling units listed from about 9 local government areas, saying that the paltry 2000 votes calculated from the results tendered were a “far cry” to the over 86,000 margin of lead and could not therefore affect win.
On the grounds of forged NYSC certificate, the tribunal was of the opinion that it was not a qualifying or disqualifying document and so had nothing to do with a candidate’s eligibility to run for an election..
The petition having failed on all grounds, was dismissed entirely.
For Ikechi Emenike’s petition which had seven respondents joined in the suit, justice Omolara Adeyemi who read the judgement averred that all his grounds were erroneous.
On the grounds of non qualification of Okey Ahiwe of the PDP, justice Adeyemi held that the apex court had ruled on the matter involving ex governor T. A. Orji and Onyema Ugochukwu wherein it was said that a public servant need not resign before running for an election.
The next ground was the membership stati of Alex Otti in Labour party and that of Enyinnaya Nwafor in Young progressive party where the tribunal restated as it did with Ahiwe’s that it was a pre election matter and strictly the internal affair of the party.
The judge described Emenike as a “meddlesome interloper” who kept “poking nose” into other families’ affairs.
Concerning his claims of securing the highest number of valid votes cast, the tribunal pointed out that though the petitioner listed the units where he felt he won, he failed to call even a single witness to substantiate his claims.
Finally on his attempt to sneak in witnesses through subpoena, the tribunal said those two persons were too party members that the petitioners could have listed in their list of witnesses within the time provided but tried to bring them in using subpoenas. Justice Adeyemi insisted that they were no extra ordinary witnesses and thereafter expunged them from the witness list.
The tribunal consequently affirmed Alex Otti’s election as governor of Abia state, dismissing the petition for being devoid of merit
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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.
Human angle
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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