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The member representing Arochukwu Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa has congratulated Ohafia-born legal luminary, Etigwe Uwa (SAN), on the occasion of his birthday. Osonwa in a birthday message on Monday described Uwa as a trailblazer and worthy ambassador of the Federal Constituency. He commended Uwa for his passionate for a decent society and contributions towards the growth of Arochukwu Ohafia Federal Constituency, Abia State and Nigeria. "Happy birthday to Elder Etigwe Uwa SAN. You're indeed a trailblazer and worthy ambassador of Arochukwu Ohafia Federal Constituency." Osonwa prayed to God to grant Uwa good…

The member representing Arochukwu Ohafia Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has applauded the performance of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti in less than 100 days in office. The lawmaker gave the commendation on Sunday in Ohafia while addressing newsmen during the dedication of Master Alexander Emetu, son of Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, the Deputy Governor of the state at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Amaekpu Ohafia. He noted that the governor’s reform of the civil service was to make it effective and efficient, appealing to Abians to support the sanitization of the system. He described the…

Member of the House of Representatives representing Arochukwu Ohafia Federal Constituency, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa on Friday stormed Arochukwu as Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, the former lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, buried his late wife, Lady Nimi Ohuabunwa, amidst tears. Lady Nimi, 61, died on July 22 after a protracted ailment at an Abuja hospital. Hon. Osonwa joined prominent Nigerians including the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike among others to pay their last respect to late Mrs Nimi Ohuabunwa. Hon. Osonwa, who is the Deputy Chairman,…

The lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has been applauded by his constituents for his intervention efforts in the area of medical outreach. Senator Kalu's constituents from Ohafia local government area, urged other politicians in the state to emulate the people-oriented programmes of Senator Kalu, especially in the area of free medical outreach which, they said, would improve the wellbeing of people across the three Senatorial Districts of the state. They gave the commendation yesterday, shortly after the online registration of beneficiaries for the one year free medical health insurance scheme at Ohafia local government area—a…

PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS NEW EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIRMAN / CEO OF NASENI President Bola Tinubu on Friday approved the appointment of Khalil Suleiman Halilu as the new Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). By this appointment, Khalil Suleiman Halilu will serve for an initial term of five years by the relevant sections of the NASENI Act, 2014. Mr. Halilu, 32, is expected to bring his significant experience as an innovator and technology expert to bear in this important new national assignment. The tenure of Dr. Bashir Gwandu as EVC/CEO of…

Senate Committee Chairman on Privatization and Commercialization, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has congratulated Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima on the occasion of his 57th birth anniversary Kalu, in a goodwill message issued to newsmen on Friday in Abuja, described Shettima also a former Governor of Borno state as a consummate politician and philanthropist of repute. He said that Nigeria’s Vice President has consistently demonstrated loyalty, dedication and commitment to the growth and progress of humanity and Nigeria in general. “I am delighted to congratulate Vice President Kashim Shettima on his 57th birthday. “The Vice President has contributed immensely to the…

The designer of Nigerian Flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, has died at the age of 84. his son, Akinkunmi Akinwumi Samuel, announced his demise via his Facebook page on Wednesday. He wrote, “Life is indeed transient; i can say boldly you live a life with a landmark. Continue to rest on, my father! Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi (O.F.R) Great Man has gone.” Akinkunmi was awarded 100 pounds by the government when his design was selected as the Nigerian flag. He has also been honoured with the MON (Member of the Order of the Niger) Award by President Goodluck Jonathan.  

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of a new Board and Management of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, inclusive of the following Board and Management team members. This is contained in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, on Tuesday in Abuja. The President said the appointment of the new board and management took immediate effect. The following are the Chairman and members of the board. Mr Chiedu Ebie – Chairman – Delta; Dr Samuel Ogbuku – Managing Director / CEO – Bayelsa, and Boma Iyaye – Executive Director (Finance and…

Abia State Labour Party (LP) Chairman, Mr. Ceekay Igara has urged Abians to rally round the Labour Party-led Abia state government to rebuild the state to greater heights. Igara, in a congratulatory message to Governor Alex Otti and the people of Abia state on Sunday, to commemorate the 32nd anniversary of the creation of the state, said the journey to rebuild Abia must be accomplished under the party's led government. Read statement below: On behalf of myself, my family and the entire Labour Party, Abia State. I warmly congratulate the, His Excellency Dr Alex Otti, The Executive Governor of Abia…