Governor Alex Otti has delivered a major jobs boost in Abia State, temporarily lifting the civil-service employment ban to recruit 19 outstanding TechRise graduates while empowering 850 youths with laptops and ₦100,000 each.
Vulnerable residents in Abia State have received N1.2 billion in government support, with 81 groups benefiting from life-saving medical interventions, housing assistance, educational support and other social protection programmes.
Abia Governor Alex Otti says the state will not receive reimbursement for fixing federal roads, explaining that the Federal Government’s policy allows tolling instead of repayment.
Abia State Governor Alex Otti says the state government will sign a $200 million MoU with Presco Plc to establish a 14,000-hectare oil palm plantation aimed at boosting agricultural production and job creation.
Governors Mbah and Otti have reaffirmed their shared commitment to regional cooperation and sustainable development during a meeting in Enugu. Observers urge both leaders to extend their collaboration to champion the release of Nnamdi Kanu as a path to lasting peace in the South East.
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to defeat insecurity, promising improved welfare for security personnel and further support for farmers during an APC rally in Dutse, Jigawa State.
Diezani's suit seeking to recover assets forfeited to the Federal Government has suffered another delay, with the Federal High Court in Abuja adjourning the case until January 26, 2027.
Tanzanian golfer Neema Olomi has clinched the 2026 Nigeria Ladies Open title in Abuja with a 13-over-par total of 229, finishing five strokes ahead of her closest challenger.
Governor Peter Mbah has declared an emergency on the Nsukka-Adani Road, promising to mobilise contractors before the end of November and begin work on the Edem-Nrobo-Abbi-Nimbo Road.