Ikonne to Otti: Comply with Supreme Court LG Autonomy Ruling
APC chieftain Paul Ikonne calls on Abia Governor Alex Otti to fully implement the Supreme Court judgment on local government financial autonomy. He warns against politicizing the issue.
APC chieftain Paul Ikonne calls on Abia Governor Alex Otti to fully implement the Supreme Court judgment on local government financial autonomy. He warns against politicizing the issue.
PDP BoT Chairman Adolphus Wabara invites Abia's Alex Otti to join the party for his 2027 re-election bid, citing his performance as a major asset. Read more on this political move.
Abia State Governor Alex Otti reaffirms his plan to quit active politics after his tenure, dismissing claims of presidential or senatorial ambitions. Read Nigerians' reactions.
Former wrestling champion Osita Offor receives Masters Philanthropy Personality of the Year award for his humanitarian work. Read about his emotional journey and national impact.
An FCT High Court has barred former Abia Information Commissioner Eze Chikamnayo from making defamatory comments against Governor Alex Otti, pending a N100bn lawsuit. Details on the legal battle.
Abia State University's Governing Council holds its first town hall meeting with staff and students to address issues from salaries to infrastructure. The council announces progress on key problems.
Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
Barrister Ngozi Ekeoma, Group MD of Nepal Energies, shares her journey, the role of integrity in business, and her vision for Nigeria's energy sector. Discover how her leadership created over 2000 jobs.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
Amangwo Umuigu community in Abia is in mourning after the headless body of 25-year-old Solomon Ikoku was found. Six vigilante members arrested as police investigate the shocking murder. Read the full story.
FCSC Chairman Prof. Tunji Olaopa calls for shared learning among state civil service commissions to deepen reforms. Abia State CSC chosen as first pilot for national strategic plan implementation.
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.
Rivers United manager Finidi George assures fans the team will recover from recent poor form. Read his analysis of the psychological impact and plans for the NPFL clash vs Abia Warriors.
Idima Abam community in Abia State protests the arrest of their leader, Ezeogo Chukwu Jonah, detained in Abuja. They petition state lawmakers, alleging a kingship tussle and injustice. Read the full story.
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
President Bola Tinubu and Abia Governor Alex Otti held a crucial meeting at the Presidential Villa, linked to efforts for the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. Details inside.
President Bola Tinubu met with Abia Governor Alex Otti to discuss securing the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. This follows Otti's recent visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.
Governor Alex Otti's advance team narrowly escaped an attack by unidentified gunmen in Imo State. No casualties reported. Security agencies are investigating the incident.
Abia Governor Alex Otti's office dismisses reports of an attack on his convoy. An advance team was ambushed near Owerri airport. No lives were lost. Read the full details.
Governor Peter Mbah launches hi-tech drones, bulletproof gear, and patrol vehicles to make Enugu the safest state in Nigeria. See the full security upgrade details.
A fierce political battle is raging in Abia State as Governor Alex Otti, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, and Minister Dave Umahi compete for President Tinubu's support. This rivalry threatens governance and early 2027 electioneering.
Aba traders face hardship as government operatives impose high levies and seal shops at night. APC chieftain Paul Ikonne condemns the actions as tyrannical. Read more.
The Abia APC Renaissance Group outlines critical demands for Governor Alex Otti ahead of his meeting with President Bola Tinubu. Read the full details and political implications.
Abia State government starts phased payment of N60 billion pension arrears owed since 2001. Governor Alex Otti brings relief to retirees after two decades of waiting.
Joint security stakeholders from Oyo, Ogun, Lagos, and Osun states reassure residents of adequate security during yuletide. Enhanced patrols and intelligence sharing promised.
Abia State government unseals Renewed Hope Partners building in Umuahia, clarifies sealing was due to landlord's ground rent default since 1982, not political targeting.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
My-ACE China urges Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Abia governors to create an economic corridor that could rival Lagos. The proposed triangle would leverage ports, fabrication capacity, and blue economy potential.