Author: Candid Reporters

Abia State Government has commenced the distribution of the 53 transformers procured for various communities across Abia state. Speaking while distributing the first batch of the transformers to 11 benefiting communities, the Governor of the state, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti said that the distribution of the transformers is part of his social contract with the people of the state which is to promote and provide reliable electricity supply to the communities. The Governor represented by the Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Mr. Ikechukwu Monday recalled that the government had announced in December 2024 that it would procure 53…

Following the announcement of recruitment of teachers in Abia State Ministry of education has released official portal for the application. Read the official requirement portal below and click the requirement link at the button to apply. Dear Applicants, In line with the government directives regarding the recruitment of teachers in the state, I am directed to share the approved and authentic application portal for interested individuals. All eligible candidates are encouraged to visit the official site and submit their applications within the stipulated timeframe. For further inquiries, please contact the Information Unit. Signed,Onuoha, D. N.Head, Information Unit/Public Relations Application GuidelinesAdhere…

The President of Masters Energy Oil and Gas, Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Engr. Tein T.S. Jack-Rich, CON, on the remarkable occasion of his 50th birthday. In a statement on Tuesday, Dr. Ogah expressed joy in celebrating Engr. Jack-Rich, highlighting his exceptional journey of resilience, vision, and boundless philanthropy. “This golden jubilee honors an extraordinary journey of resilience, vision, and boundless philanthropy. From his humble beginnings to becoming a trailblazing industrialist and founder of Belemaoil Producing Company, Engr. Jack-Rich has redefined success through innovation, local empowerment, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting communities,” he said.…

Over 30 graves and a shrine have been uncovered by security operatives at a hotel in Oba, Idemili south LGA of Anambara state. The discovery of the graves was made public at the weekend after receiving a report from a resident in the area. The property, located along the Onitsha-Owerri road, was registered as Udoka Golden Point Hotel and Suites, but is widely known as La Cruise Hotel. A post on the Anambra state government handle on X said the “hotel has well-partitioned graves of over 30 on the last floor with a shrine”. Onyeka Ibezim, deputy governor in Anambra state, led…

Afe Babalola SAN, the Founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), has agreed to withdraw the defamation and cyberbullying cases instituted against Dele Farotimi. Babalola agreed to withdraw the suit following the intervention of Yoruba monarchs, led by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi. The decision was made during a midnight meeting at ABUAD, which was attended by several traditional rulers, including the Olojudo of Ido Ekiti, Oba Ayorinde Ilori-Faboro; the Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Adeyemo Adejugbe; the Ajero of Ijero Ekiti, Oba Joseph Adewole; and the Ogoga of Ikere Ekiti, Oba Adejimi Adu. Recall that Babalola had…

The National Executives of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP)has inaugurated a 5-man caretaker committee to take over the affairs of the party in Abia state and strategize ahead of 2027 election. The latest development comes as the tenure of the previous administration Chaired by Hon. Okezie Kingsley elapsed and created a vacuum as all the state and local government executives has been dissolved. The party’s national executives conducted the Inauguration exercise on Saturday at the party’s secretariat, 32 Abiriba Street, Umuahia, Abia State Capital. The Party’s National Southeast Vice Chairman, Hon. Peter Okafor and Hon. Sunny Kanu, National financial secretary…

President And Founder of Masters Energy Oil and Gas Dr Uchechukwu Samson Ogah has described Mr Kenneth Ahia, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria(SAN) as a selfless Legal Luminary. Dr Ogah in a Statement on Sunday said Barr Ahia Is an Attorney with a human face. “On behalf of the Ogah’s dynasty, I profoundly wish our own cherished Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Barr. Ken Ahia SAN a happy birthday celebration” “Sir, your commitment to community and giant societal development strides within and beyond our local government, Isuikwuato LGA, has been nothing less than tremendous. You are indeed, an attorney with a…

Following the directive of the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, for the recruitment of over 2000 teachers into the Abia State Public Schools, thousands of Abians have expressed interest and willingness to be employed by the government. As expected, some may, out of desperation fall into the wrong hands of some unpatriotc elements who may have concluded plans and positioned themselves to extort or defraud unsuspecting potential applicants. In line with the merit-based standard already set by Governor Alex Otti, and in adherence to his explicit directive that the selection process must be very…

Some members of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have expressed support for the recent court ruling that nullified the party’s congresses in Rivers State. The NWC members made their position known during a visit to Governor Siminalayi Fubara at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Wednesday night, where they also held a closed-door meeting with the Governor. The delegation included the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba. Speaking after the meeting, the National Treasurer, Ahmed Mohammed, reaffirmed Governor Fubara’s status as the party leader in Rivers State. He described their visit as part…

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has announced an ongoing plan to create an aircraft manufacturing company in Nigeria. Keyamo shared this information at the inauguration of XeJet’s Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility and flight support center in Abuja on Wednesday. Keyamo emphasized that this initiative is in line with the government’s objective to assist local operators and enhance the country’s aviation sector. This facility represents a partnership between XeJet and local banks, with the goal of positioning Nigeria as a regional center for aviation services. The Minister stated: “Since we came to office, we’ve been focused on attracting…