Author: Candid Reporters

The wife of the Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Otti has extended her benevolence to six orphanages and destitute homes in Aba and Umuahia, donating cash, food items, and toiletries as part of her ongoing efforts to support vulnerable communities. Each home received a cash donation of ₦1,000,000, alongside over 30 50kg bags of rice, other food supplies, and toiletries. Additionally, caregivers in each facility were given cash support to appreciate their dedication and hard work. The beneficiaries of the donations include: Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000 Caregivers: ₦150,000 Donation: ₦1,000,000…

A few months ago, Governor Alex Otti released tens of thousands of Dollars for the payment of school fees of Abia students who were on scholarship but were later abandoned in India. Governor Alex Otti also released millions of naira in bursary to support many Law Studenst of Abia Origin in Law School. We communicated these generous interventions of our Governor during one of our Post-Exco press briefings. It was all over in the news, and Abians rightly commended Governor Otti during News Paper reviews on different radio stations, while the beneficiaries celebrated. As it’s public knowledge, 300 Abians were…

The United Abia Artistes and Patriots Forum (UAAP) has stated that the economic transformation of Abia State under Governor Alex Otti has attracted significant investments, with the N4 billion JOVIT Mall standing as a testament to the governor’s visionary policies. The governor who is known for his commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment, has inspired confidence among investors, making Abia a hub for economic growth. The state is set to witness another milestone on Sunday, January 19, 2025, as Governor Otti leads the commissioning of the ultra-modern JOVIT Mall in Aba. Located at 47 Old GRA Eziama, along the bustling…

The much-anticipated opening of JOVIT Mall is set to redefine shopping and leisure experiences in Aba, Abia State. The grand ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025, will take place at 47 Old GRA Eziama, along the bustling Aba–Owerri Road. Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, will officially commission the state-of-the-art facility in a ceremony that kicks off at 10 a.m. The event will bring together customers, dignitaries, friends, and well-wishers to witness the unveiling of a new era in Aba’s commercial landscape. A One-Stop Facility for All Your Needs JOVIT Mall is a multipurpose complex designed to meet the diverse…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has declared that Julius Abure remains the National Chairman of the Labour Party. A three-member panel of the appellate court in a judgement delivered by Justice Hamma Barka, held that its judgement of November 13, 2024, which recognized Abure as national chairman subsists and has not been set aside by any court. Barka made the declaration on Friday while delivering judgement in two separate appeals filed by Senator Esther Nenadi Usman and the caretaker committee and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The appellate court in the two separate appeals held that it did…

As South East Development Commission(SEDC ) sets to take off, Udora Orizu writes on what to know about some of the Board nominees after their confirmation by the Senate. The Senate on Monday, January 13, 2025 screened and confirmed the nominees for South East Development Commission and other regional development commissions. Recall that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu last month constituted the board of the Commission, appointing the chairman, executive directors, and the entire membership. The announcement made in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated that it reflects the President’s commitment to ensuring…

In a heartfelt tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes, Chief Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, Abia State Liaison Officer to the National Assembly, recently joined the state Governor Dr Alex Otti, Government officials, members of the State Legion, and distinguished citizens to commemorate the Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the iconic Aguiyi Ironsi Cenotaph in Umuahia. This poignant event honored the bravery and unwavering strength of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for Nigeria’s unity, peace, and security. During the event, Chief Chinasa reaffirmed his commitment to supporting veterans’ welfare and the families of fallen heroes, emphasizing the importance of preserving the values…

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has published a list of names showing those that have had their land revoked in FCT. Among those affected are; Bayelsa State Governor Senator Diri Douye, Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodimma, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, and the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Samuel Anyanwu. These individuals are part of the 568 landowners in Maitama II, Cadastral Zone A10, Abuja, whose allocations were withdrawn. According to the Minister’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, he explained that the revocation was due to the expiration of an extended two-week grace period…

The Executive Governor of Abia, Dr. Alex Otti on Wednesday inspected the ongoing reconstruction, expansion and beautification work going on along Bank Road, Umuahia, the State Capital. Governor Otti went on the inspection tour after Laying the Wreath at the Aguiyi Ironsi Cenotaph, Ogurube Layout, Umuahia in Commemoration and Celebration of the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The ongoing expansion, reconstruction and beautification work is part of the intentional effort of Governor Otti to give Umuahia the esthetic ambiance it deserves as a State Capital and create easy access for the movement of people, goods and services within that axis…

The oil vessel belonging to General Hydrocarbons Limited, a company owned by the Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of the ThisDay Media Group and Arise Group, Nduka Obaigbena has been ordered for immediate seizure by a federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. CANDID REPORTERS gathered that the order to seize cargo, Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Vessel Tamara Tokoni, was in respect of an application by the First Bank of Nigeria over $225million debt. According to the court document, the order was based on the suit numbered FHC/PH/CS/02/2025 and between First Bank of Nigeria Limited as Plaintiff and General…