Author: Candid Reporters

On December 27, 2024, Chief Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, Abia State Liaison Officer to the National Assembly, visited Onuaku Uturu to extend his heartfelt condolences to the Ogah family on the passing of their beloved matriarch, Ezinne Pauline Ogah. Joining the family in their moment of grief were notable figures, including Dr. Uche Sampson Ogah, former Minister of Mines and Steel, and Hon. Amobi Ogah, member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency. Together, they celebrated the remarkable life and legacy of Ezinne Pauline Ogah, a pillar of strength, grace, and wisdom who left an indelible mark on her community. Chief Chinasa described Ezinne…

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has unveiled a N500 million grant to support 8,400 businesses and families in Bende Federal constituency, Abia State. The grant, aimed at boosting business growth and eradicating poverty, hunger, and unemployment, will be disbursed to beneficiaries selected from 400 political wards. Kalu announced the initiative during a town hall meeting with constituents at his country home in Bende on Sunday. Kalu who expressed worry on the poor conditions of roads in his constituency, said that many of the roads and other projects which were captured in 2024 national budget have been…

Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, on December 29th, commissioned the Masters 105.9 FM, The Wilsons Hotels and Resorts, and Wilson and Paulina Memorial Hospital, all in Onu Aku, Uturu in Isiukwuato Local Government Area of Abia State, built by Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, CON, Founder and President of the Masters Energy Group. The commissioning was part of the activities in commemoration of final obsequies and celebration of the Life and times of the late mother of Dr. Uche Ogah, Ezinne Paulina Ogbonne Ogah, JP, who is also the Mother of the Member representing Isiukwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency in the…

The Immediate past Minister of State Mines and Steel Development Dr. Uche Sampson Ogah, on Sunday unveiled an ultramodern hospital in Onuaku Uturu in Isuikwuato Local Government Area of Abia State. The hospital known as Wilson and Paulina Ogah memorial hospital was unveiled by the Executive Governor of Abia State Dr Alex Otti in honor of the late parents of Dr Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah and Hon Amobi Ogah, Late Mazi Wilson and Mrs Paulina Ogah, during the celebration of Life and Times of their mother Ezinne Paulina Ogbonne Ogah held on Sunday 29th December 2024. Speaking shortly after a church…

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has signed into law a budget of Seven Hundred and Fifty Billion, Two Hundred and Eighty-Two Million, Two Hundred Thousand Naira (750,282, 200,000) only for the 2025 fiscal year. Assenting to the 2025 appropriation bill passed by the Abia State House of Assembly, Governor Otti commended the lawmakers for giving the bill an accelerated hearing and passage, saying that the budget would give his government the impetus to continue to deliver on its promises to Abians. “This budget that was passed is a budget that will give us the impetus to continue to fire…

It is with a heavy heart that I, Chief Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, National Assembly Liaison Officer for the government of Abia State, join the Ogah family, the good people of Onuaku Uturu, Isuikwuato, and Abia State at large, to mourn the passing of a matriarch, Ezinne Pauline Ogah. Ezinne Pauline Ogah was more than just a mother to Dr. Uchechukwu Ogah, former Minister of Mines and Steel Development, and Hon. Amobi Ogah, current Legislature representing Isuikwuato and Umunneochi Federal Constituency. She was a pillar of strength, a guiding light, and a shining example of motherly love and devotion. As we…

Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, will sign the State’s 2025 budget tomorrow, 27th December. The Governor disclosed this on Thursday, 26th December, during the 2024 Aro Day celebration held at Aro Civic Center, in Arochukwu Local Government Area with the theme: “Honour for Distinguished Champions of Aro Renaissance, Peace and Community Development.” “By tomorrow (27 December), I will be signing our budget for 2025. The budget I’m about to sign has allocated 20% of the 750 billion to education and 15% to healthcare”, the Governor stated while maintaining that his administration’s focus remains people-centered. Governor Otti opined that…

The traditional heads of Etiti Nkpa autonomous community in Bende local government area of Abia State are set to confer the chieftancy title on Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, (NLC). According to a statement from the traditional heads of Etiti Nkpa, made available to newsmen on Thursday, it holds that Ajaero has earned the Chieftaincy title due to his sterling performance as the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress. “Comrade Joe Ajaero, has distinguished himself. His passion has always been geared towards championing workers right, even at the expense of his life. “The conferment of Chieftancy title…

Former Minister of State Mines and Steel Development Dr Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah has congratulated Pastor Chioma Ibezim on her appointment into the Abia State Pilgrim Welfare Board by the Governor of Abia State Dr Alex Otti. He said her appointment by the Governor is a testament that her dedication and selfless commitment to the development of the state didn’t go Unrecognized. “On behalf of my family and supporters, I joyfully and heartily wish to extend my unquantifiable heartfelt congratulations on your meritorious appointment into the Abia State Pilgrim Welfare Board by the proactive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr.…

In the spirit of Christmas, a season of goodwill and unity, Hon Chijioke Chukwu, the former Minority Leader of Abia State House of Assembly, has extended heartfelt commendations to Rt Hon Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives. In a statement issued by the former Bende North State Constituency Member, Hon Chukwu lauded the Deputy Speaker for his remarkable leadership and dedication to fostering a detribalized and inclusive Nigeria. He described Rt Hon Ben Kalu as a politician whose approach to governance transcends ethnic and regional divides, reflecting the true essence of nation-building. Chukwu said the…