Abiapress initiative

 Yesterday, I flagged off the reconstruction of the 6.7 km Port Harcourt Road that connects No 1 Port Harcourt Road to Alaoji junction, off Enugu Port Harcourt expressway.  The road was originally built by Dee Sam Mbakwe, a former Governor of the old Imo State and a visionary leader who foresaw its potential to facilitate the growth of the oil industry in Port Harcourt and its impact on the economy of Aba. His foresight paid off as the road became one of the busiest and most prosperous parts of Aba, attracting engineers, contractors and businesses from Port Harcourt and beyond. However, over the years, it suffered from neglect and decay, forcing many businesses to relocate and causing a huge loss of revenue and opportunities for our people.  To restore this road to its former glory and to revive the economic activities along this axis, we have decided to entrust this project to one of the most reputable and experienced civil engineering companies in Nigeria, Julius Berger Plc. The cont

 The Federal Government has announced the indefinite suspension of the N-Power program. Betta Edu, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, made the announcement while featuring on a TVC news program on Saturday. She said the decision was birthed by some irregularities within the scheme, noting that the government has launched investigation into the utilization of funds since the program began. The Minister claimed that some of the beneficiaries are not found in their place of assignments yet they expect monthly stipends. According to her, some of the beneficiaries ought to have exited the program since 2022 but are still on the payroll. She said, “We must go back to look into N-Power and understand what the problems are so we will basically suspend the programe for now until we are done with proper investigation into the utilization of fund into the N-Power program. We want to know how many persons are basically on the program right now, how many persons are owed, amo

  As we approach the tribunal judgement day between Alex Chioma Otti of LP and Okechukwu Ahiwe of PDP, let us remember that we are all members of the great state of Abia. Regardless of the outcome of tomorrow, it is important that we maintain our unity, peace, and respect for the law. Abia belongs to all of us, and it is our collective responsibility to uphold the principles of justice, fairness, and good governance. Regardless of our political affiliations, let us remember that we are one people, and our actions should reflect our commitment to the progress and development of our state. No matter the result of the tribunal judgement tomorrow let us be law-abiding citizens. Respecting the rule of law and the decisions made by the appropriate legal authorities is essential to maintaining a harmonious and peaceful society. We urge all Abians to refrain from any form of violence, intimidation, or disruption. Instead, let us engage in constructive dialogue, seek peaceful resolutions, and w

Today, In furtherance efforts and in the spirit of involvement and commitment, the stakeholders of Peoples Democratic Party PDP in Osisioma Ngwa local Government met at the residence of the stakeholders Chairman Elder Sam Njoku where they reiterated their efforts to renegotiate the minds of our party members towards a firm hope ahead. Unveiling those remarks, The PDP State deputy Chairman Hon Obinna NWACHUKWU, local Government party Chairman Chief Sir Ihezuo Ufomba amongst other stakeholders like Hon Young Onyike, Elder Ogechi Chile stressed the importance for our people to remain strong, steadfast and confidence in the faces of challenges and circumstances.  We have shown strength and value as a people and that alone has distinguished us of what we are and we’re not going back in our collective quest for a more sustainable and advanced approach to a better society, they equally commended and promised them a resounding victory at last. In separate words and reassurances, issues raised