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In response to recent concerns regarding the integrity and safety of beauty pageants in Abia State, the Executive body of the Pageant Guild Nigeria, Abia State Chapter, convened with the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Abia State on Tourism and Entertainment, Dr. Justice Martins, to discuss the future of pageantry in the state. … Read more
The protest at the Abia State College of Education took a dramatic turn today as the demonstrators extended their march from the college premises to the Local Government Headquarters of Arochukwu. There, they met with the Local Government Chairman, who also serves as the mayor, to address their grievances. The protesters, consisting of both academic … Read more
Staff at the Abia State College of Education, both academic and non-academic, recently staged a protest over what they perceive as unfair treatment regarding their salary structure. The protesters, including workers from various department of Abia State College of Education (Technical) in Arochukwu, voiced their grievances over the disparity in salary payments compared to other … Read more
In an effort to empower young individuals with fundamental knowledge in Agricbusiness and enhance food production, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, will commence free training next month. The initiative, approved by Vice Chancellor Prof. Maduebibisi Iwe, will be conducted by the university’s Agricbusiness Incubation Centre. Dr. Philips Nto, the Director of the Centre, … Read more
In a momentous event filled with jubilation and cultural pride, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State bestowed the esteemed title of Traditional Ruler upon Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, naming him the traditional Ruler of the Ikwu Orie Ohanku Ndoki Autonomous Community in Ukwa East LGA. The presentation of the staff of office and letter of recognition … Read more
Chief James Umeh Chief Chijioke James Umeh, the esteemed founder and CEO of Unubiko Foundation International, has exemplified profound dedication to educational advancement and social welfare by generously sponsoring the West African Examination Council (WAEC) fees for over 200 disadvantaged students. These students hail from Ovukwu Abam Secondary School in Atan Abam and Onyerubi Comprehensive … Read more
In recent developments, TETFund scholars studying abroad from Abia State College of Education (Technical), Arochukwu, have faced a dire situation as their salaries were abruptly halted by the Provost. The decision has left many scholars in financial distress for over four months, hindering their academic pursuits and basic living expenses. One of the affected scholars, … Read more
Professor Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe, the esteemed Vice Chancellor of Miçhael Ókpàrà University of Agriculture, Úmudíke, recently paid a visit to the institution’s Agribusiness Incubation Centre, The VC was received by the Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre, Dr. Philip Nto. This visit served as an occasion for the Vice Chancellor to conduct a comprehensive assessment … Read more
In a move that underscores its commitment to transparency and accountability, the Abia State House Committee on Education has garnered commendation for its bold step in summoning the Provost of Abia State College of Education (Technical) Arochukwu Prof. Onwe, to address a series of complaints. The letter, addressed to the Provost, outlines the committee’s concerns … Read more
Prof. Vincent Onwe, the newly appointed Provost of Abia State College of Education, Technical, Arochukwu (ASCETA), is under scrutiny for his decision to pay only half of the salaries to some staff despite receiving the full subvention from the state government. Some employees received as little as 17,000 Naira for their January salary, despite Governor … Read more