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  News   File Image The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Abia State branch, has announced plans for an indefinite peaceful street protest and the resumption of a suspended strike action over the alleged failure of the state government to meet its financial obligations to judiciary workers. This was contained in a statement obtained by www.nwokeukwumascot.com on December 24, 2024. In the statement signed by Comr. Prince Chinedu Ezeh, Chairman of the Abia State JUSUN, and Comr. Chibueze Nwachukwu, Secretary, the union accused the state government of a calculated attempt to undermine the judiciary’s autonomy and financial independence. They further alleged that the state government has flagrantly violated agreements reached with judiciary workers, including its refusal to implement the ₦70,000 minimum wage for judiciary staff, despite entreaties from various stakeholders. The union disclosed that the peaceful protest is scheduled to commence on Monday, December 30,...

  News   Legal Notice: Chief Obinna Oriaku Demands Retraction of Alleged Defamatory Statements from Kenneth C. Ahia (SAN) | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image Chief Obinna Oriaku, a former Commissioner for Finance in Abia State, has issued a formal demand for the retraction of alleged defamatory statements made against him by Kenneth C. Ahia (SAN). The allegations, reportedly circulated within a closed WhatsApp group known as “Concerned Abians,” have prompted Oriaku’s legal team to seek immediate corrective actions to address the perceived damage to his reputation. The letter obtained by www.nwokeukwumascot.com , authored by Oriaku’s legal representatives, highlighted several statements attributed to Ahia, including claims that  Oriaku engaged in blackmail and misuse of confidential government information,  He was accused of being a saboteur, unworthy of collaboration or trust,  Allegations that he harassed individuals he had dealings with in the past and  Clai...

  News   File Image A recent announcement by the Abia State Government, detailing free transportation for indigent Abians to return home for the festive season, has drawn criticism over its lack of clarity and timing.  The statement, issued through the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Alex Chioma Otti, outlined departure dates that had already elapsed by the time of publication, leaving many potential beneficiaries confused and excluded. The statement, titled “PRESS RELEASE: FREE TRANSPORTATION FOR INDIGENT ABIANS,” was shared on the evening of December 22, 2024. It provided a schedule of departure dates, including December 20 for Jos to Umuahia, December 21 for Abuja to Umuahia, and December 22 for Maiduguri to Umuahia—all predating the release of the information. The announcement read in part:  “The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR, has once again approved and mobilized Free Round-Trip Transportation for nearly 1,000 ...

  News   Col Austin Akobundu (rtd) In a bid to deliver on his campaign promises and provide dividends of democracy to his constituents, Senator Austin Akobundu has flagged off the construction of two major road projects in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State. The projects, Oloko-Amizi Road and Oloko-Ugbuebulle Road, mark a significant step in addressing the infrastructural challenges in the area. Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, Senator Akobundu assured residents of his unwavering commitment to ensuring effective representation and attracting meaningful projects to improve the lives of his constituents. He also disclosed that other road projects within the Abia Central Senatorial District have been earmarked for similar construction exercises in the coming months. The flagged-off roads, when completed, are expected to connect key communities within the constituency and extend to Akwa Ibom State, thereby facilitating the seamless transportation of goods and s...