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  News   All is now set for the quarter-finals of the maiden Obingwa-West School Debate Contest organised by the Chairman, House Committee on Public Service, Abia State House of Assembly , Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr . The competition, scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3, 2025, will feature four engaging fixtures across participating secondary schools in the constituency. Akanu Umuorie Community Secondary School will battle Amaise Community Secondary School, Ukpakiri , on the topic: “ Social media has done more harm than good to society .” Ahiaba High School is set to face Umuaro Community Secondary School in a debate on “ Artificial Intelligence is a greater threat than a benefit to students .” Holy Family Secondary School will take on Comprehensive Secondary School, Mgboko Itungwa , on the motion: “ Establishment of State Police Forces will end insecurity in Nigeria .” In the final pairing, Osusu Amaukwa Community Secondary School will debate Osaa Ukwu Communit...

  News   Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned from office with immediate effect. In a letter dated December 1 and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the former minister cited health reasons for his decision to step down. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. “President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and thanked Abubakar for his services to the nation,” the statement read. “President Tinubu will likely inform the Senate of Badaru’s successor later this week.” Badaru Abubakar, 63, served as the Governor of Jigawa State from 2015 to 2023 before his appointment as Defence Minister on August 21, 2023. His resignation comes amid President Tinubu’s recent declaration of a national security emergency, with further details on the scope of the measures expected in due course.

  News   The Ngwa Rangers have congratulated the Immediate Past Governor of Abia State and respected Ukwa-Ngwa political leader, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu , on his nomination as a Non-Career Ambassador by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu , describing the appointment as both well-deserved and strategically appropriate. In a statement personally signed by Kingsley Ihesiaba, Public Relations Officer of Ngwa Rangers, the group described Dr. Ikpeazu’s nomination as “a round peg in a round hole,” noting that his vast administrative experience, strong diplomatic temperament, and long-standing commitment to national development make him an excellent choice for the prestigious role. According to the statement, the nomination is not only a recognition of Dr. Ikpeazu’s leadership capacity but also a reaffirmation of the confidence President Tinubu continues to show toward the people of the Ngwa nation . “The Ngwa Rangers extend their warmest congratulations to His Excellency, Dr. ...

  Opinion   Abia State has entered a troubling era where budgeting has become less a tool for economic planning and more a weapon of political deception. Citizens are increasingly disillusioned, and rightly so. Under Governor Alex Otti ’s administration, the state’s budget has transformed into an instrument of propaganda rather than a reflection of real development. Last week, Governor Otti presented the 2026 budget estimate of N1.1 trillion, christened the “ Budget of Acceleration and New Possibilities .” In comparison, other states have kept their 2026 budgets within reasonable limits, Oyo at N891 billion, Anambra at N750 billion, Ebonyi at N884 billion, and even oil-rich Akwa Ibom at N1.3 trillion. Yet, the most sobering contrast came from Lagos State : while presenting a N4.2 trillion budget, Governor Sanwo-Olu noted it would be his last budget presentation in office. Governor Otti should take note because the 2026 budget may very well be his last functional budget. ...

  News   The Member representing Obingwa-West State Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly, Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr, has congratulated former Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu , on his nomination as a Non-Career Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR . In a statement personally signed by him, Erondu Jnr described Ikpeazu’s nomination as “well-deserved and a clear testament to his years of distinguished service, leadership depth, and commitment to the development of Abia State and Nigeria .” The House Committee Chairman on Public Service Matters noted that the former governor’s elevation to the diplomatic stage was not surprising to Abians , stressing that Dr. Ikpeazu’s record of service demonstrates the competence and maturity required to represent Nigeria with honour and excellence. The statement reads:  “I, Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr, Member representing Obingwa-West State Constituency in the A...

  News   The Abia State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has congratulated former Governor Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu on his nomination as a non-career ambassador by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu , describing the appointment as well-deserved recognition of his service to the state and the nation. In a statement issued on Friday, Elder Amah Abraham, the State Chairman of Abia PDP , on behalf of the State Working Committee (SWC) and the party’s entire membership, lauded Ikpeazu’s years of dedicated leadership, visionary governance, and unwavering commitment to the progress and development of Abia State. “The nomination of Dr. Ikpeazu is a clear testament to his exemplary service, competence, and commitment to public good,” the statement read. “As a party, we are proud of his accomplishments and steadfast devotion to public service.” The statement also extended gratitude to President Tinubu for selecting Ikpeazu for this national assignment. The PDP noted that ...