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Sir Chikwe Udensi, a security consultant with the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) has urged Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti not to mix his good works with some falsehood when passing information to the people. Udensi, a chieftain of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), said that he is disturbed at the way the … Read more
On Easter Sunday, March 31st, 2024, the ASCETA Field in Arochukwu was abuzz with excitement as Ugwuakuma Village faced off against Amasu Village in the much-anticipated final of the Mazi Ike Okoronkwo Peace Cup. This tournament, unlike any other in Arochukwu, had captured the imagination of the entire community, drawing spectators and dignitaries from far … Read more
Abia State Government has officially endorsed the Agricbusiness Incubation Centre at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, recognizing it as a pivotal force for improving food production within the state. The government has pledged to collaborate with the Centre to encourage more people to venture into agriculture, thus ensuring food security. The declaration was made … Read more
Recently, the Federal Government announced a new teachers’ salary scheme for teachers in the country. That decision and the establishment of Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria; institutions which hitherto were not there in the recent past, underpins the fact that teachers’ rewards are no longer in heaven but here with us. Interestingly enough, the total … Read more
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South Senatorial District, has expressed his commitment to collaborating with the Agricbusiness Incubation Centre at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, to train and empower youths. Senator Abaribe emphasized the importance of redirecting youths towards agribusiness and other skill acquisition programs to secure their future in contemporary Nigeria. During a … Read more
In a recent development, Hon. Dr. Mike Ukoha (NIA), the former Minority Whip and member who represented Arochukwu State Constituency in the Abia House of Assembly, has been appointed as the Special Assistant to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, on State Legislative Affairs. This appointment marks a significant … Read more
In the wake of a recent investigative visit to Abia State College of Education, a renowned media outlet has uncovered numerous concerning anomalies demanding immediate attention. The college, besieged by irregularities, notably implicates the newly appointed provost and his administration. These irregularities include the employment of seven individuals from Umuahia without official endorsement, nepotistic appointments, … Read more
Dr. Philip Nto Primary and secondary school students across the nation are being encouraged to cultivate an interest in agricultural practices as a means of securing their future and addressing the prevailing food insecurity in Nigeria. Dr. Philips Nto, Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, issued this call … Read more
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