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Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo visited Governor Otti on his birthday, praising his purposeful, people-centered leadership and tangible progress in infrastructure and social welfare reforms.
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Governor commissioned the Nchedo Sexual Assault Referral Centre at Aba General Hospital, reaffirming commitment to eliminating gender-based violence with 24-hour integrated services.
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Analysis piece describing Governor's infrastructure achievements including the Omenuko Bridge and 30km Arochukwu road as transformative projects addressing decades of neglect.
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Governor commissioned the newly built Omenuko bridge and 30-kilometer road connecting Abam communities, marking the end of decades of infrastructure abandonment.
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Over 2,000 Ohuhu stakeholders visited Governor to show solidarity, endorsing his re-election and appreciating federal and state appointments given to community members.
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The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria praised the Governor's economic achievements including 10% GDP increase, 8% poverty reduction, and significant job creation.
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Governor Otti inspected the Umuahia Central Bus Terminal construction, explaining the rationale for centralizing transport facilities rather than dispersing them across the city.
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The Abia State Government honored late Senator Jaja Wachuku on his 108th posthumous birthday, unveiling renovated facilities and recognizing his historical contributions to Nigeria.
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Governor Otti reaffirmed that his administration prioritizes competence and capacity for appointments, independent of origin or ethnicity, during Alayi Day celebrations.
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Governor Otti attended Item Day festivities honoring Professor Arunma Oteh, Co-Chair of the Abia Economic Council, with the Item Grand Merit Award recognizing her contributions.
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Governor Otti signed the 2026 budget of approximately one trillion naira, emphasizing infrastructure development and social services aligned with government priorities.
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Governor Otti restored power to 33 Ukwa West communities following nine years without electricity, executing rehabilitation of substations and installation of transformers.
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The WTO Director-General officially commissioned 20 electric buses introduced by Governor Otti for green shuttle services. The buses are PWD-compliant and can travel 400-450 kilometers per charge.
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Governor Otti emphasized that healthcare represents a right rather than a privilege and thanked the Diaspora Commission's medical team. Over 10,000 adults benefited with more than 120 surgeries performed.
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Governor Otti unveiled Abia State's 25-Year Development Plan at the International Conference Centre. The framework codifies the development vision and aims to position Abia as a major development frontier.
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The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria transferred the moribund Star Paper Mill to Abia State for industrial revival. The facility is expected to create between 3,000-5,000 jobs once operational.
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Abia emerged as the best-performing state among South East counterparts at the NGF awards, winning USD500,000. The achievement reflects the administration's consistent 15% health sector budget allocation.
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Governor Otti expressed willingness to collaborate with Delaware's Governor in economic development, citing Abia's investment in education and healthcare infrastructure.
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Governor Otti felicitated with Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma on his 67th birthday, expressing gratitude for God's sustenance and blessings in his service.
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Dr. Emmanuel Meribole, Special Adviser on Projects and retired Permanent Secretary, assumes the role of Acting SSG effective January 1, 2026, with handover beginning December 15.
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Abia-born Comrade Osisiogu Enyinnaya, first Nigerian AASU president, credited Governor Otti's education investments and infrastructure development as pivotal to his continental victory.
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Abia ADDS launched as a transformative agricultural intelligence platform, mapping farmers across 184 wards with geotagged accuracy to enable data-driven interventions and improved food security.
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Summit celebrating Abia's emergence as Africa's innovation powerhouse, showcasing technological advancement and future-shaping initiatives from December 10th to 12th, 2025.
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Governor Otti announced N100 million in grants for 100 graduating students with feasible business ideas plus a 6-month technical training program. The polytechnic graduated 2,178 students.
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At FUTO's convocation, the Governor urged Nigerians to embrace alternative revenue sources and institutional reforms. He highlighted Abia's commitment to education and health, allocating 15-20% of budgets to these sectors.
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Governor Otti addressed an electricity infrastructure groundbreaking, emphasizing that reliable electricity supply and consumption are positively correlated to development indicators.
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Governor Otti emphasizes that security requires substantial investment and remains fundamental to development. The state has heightened security ahead of the Christmas season.
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The program aims to strengthen small businesses and enhance product quality through standardized skills development. Governor Otti urges ending the practice of branding locally-made goods with fake foreign names.
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Governor Otti presents the 2026 budget proposal of N1.016 trillion, representing 13% increase from 2025. The budget allocates 80% to capital projects and 20% to recurrent expenditures.
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Governor Otti meets Denmark's Consul-General to explore partnerships in agriculture, digital transformation, health, maritime, and MSMEs. Implementation framework workshop scheduled for early 2026.
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Governor Otti discussed plans to expand correctional center capacity through new facility construction. Recent interventions include fortified perimeter walls, solar lighting, and new cell blocks.
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Governor approved dramatic increases in monthly allowances for NYSC members, raising payments from N4,000 to as much as N50,000. The administration also implemented CONHESS for healthcare workers statewide.
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Governor Otti expressed willingness to partner with China Harbour Engineering Company Limited in infrastructure development, erosion control, dredging, rail transportation, and seaport projects.
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Governor Otti assured citizens that his administration prioritizes serving all Abians through quality service delivery in education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
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At a civic reception organized by the Old Bende Progressive Union, Governor Otti stated that his administration's work represents just the beginning. Federal roads were officially handed to the state for completion.
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Governor Otti and Works Minister Dave Umahi inspected the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway project, urging contractors to accelerate work. Minister Umahi commended the synergy between the governor and President Tinubu.
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