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Former Soldier Alleges Unlawful Dismissal After Raising Question Following Deadly Boko Haram Attack in Baga

Former Soldier Alleges Unlawful Dismissal After Raising Question Following Deadly Boko Haram Attack in Baga

“I did nothing wrong. After an attack that claimed the lives of 117 of my colleagues, our Brigade Commander came to address those of us who survived. We were assembled at our concentration area in Gubiyo. After his address, he invited questions. I raised my hand, as did several other soldiers. I was then asked to step forward. Instead of being allowed to speak, I was disarmed and taken into detention, where I was handcuffed and chained. I remained in that condition for ten days. Afterward, my Commanding Officer informed me that I was being charged with disobedience to an…
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150,000 Jobs in View as Gov. Otti Backs ACSC with Strong Investor Protection Assurance

150,000 Jobs in View as Gov. Otti Backs ACSC with Strong Investor Protection Assurance

Following the historic signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on February 4, 2026, for the offtake of the Aba Commercial Smart City (ACSC) under the Public–Private Investment Partnership (PPIP) framework, Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has assured investors of the safety and profitability of their investments in the landmark project. The governor urged interested investors to accelerate the realisation of the ACSC by releasing funds into the project, stressing that all investments would be fully protected through transparent governance structures and legally backed guarantees. Governor Otti gave the assurance during a banquet organised in Aba to host investors…
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Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, UAAP Felicitates Kenneth Ahia, SAN, on His Birthday

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, UAAP Felicitates Kenneth Ahia, SAN, on His Birthday

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, popularly known as De Ultimate Commander (Ikenga Gburugburu), President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, has extended warm birthday felicitations to Mr. Kenneth Ahia, SAN, a foundation member of the forum. In his goodwill message, Ambassador Offor described Kenneth Ahia, SAN, as a man of unwavering loyalty, courage, and principle, whose steadfast commitment to progressive ideals continues to inspire confidence and unity within Abia State. He further commended Ahia for his consistent and vocal support for Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, and the ongoing New Abia Project, noting that such dedication from distinguished…
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Okon-Aku Warns Panel of Inquiry To Beware Of An Actor Called Nmecha Umeh

Okon-Aku Warns Panel of Inquiry To Beware Of An Actor Called Nmecha Umeh

Following the ongoing investigation into the communal crises that have engulfed Okon-Aku Autonomous Community in Ohafia, it has become imperative for us, the Concerned Citizens of Okon-Aku Community (CCOC) in the Diaspora, to address what we consider a recurring and critical issue within the crisis. We also deem it necessary to place certain facts before the Panel of Inquiry to help them understand the calibre of individuals involved in this matter. Without ambiguity, it must be clearly stated that Dr Nmecha Umeh, within the context of Okon-Aku affairs, is not associated with the noble role often described as “The Devil’s…
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Okon-Aku Concerned Citizens Raise Alarm Over Composition of Panel of Enquiry, Condemn Murder and Arson

Okon-Aku Concerned Citizens Raise Alarm Over Composition of Panel of Enquiry, Condemn Murder and Arson

The Concerned Citizens of Okon-Aku Community (CCOC) in the Diaspora, a body of stakeholders of Okon-Aku sons and daughters abroad, led by Mr. Peter Kalu Chima, have expressed deep worry over the composition of the Panel of Enquiry set up to investigate the lingering crisis in Okon-Aku, Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State. In a strongly worded statement made available to journalists, the group unequivocally condemned the gruesome murder of Akuna Igwe, as well as the arson attacks on the residences of His Royal Highness, Eze Engr. Ndukwe Iko - Nnaka IV, Ezeogo Bernard Kama, the Custodian of the…
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