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2027: Abia Community Raises ₦100m For Otti’s Re-Election Nomination Forms
2027: Abia Community Raises ₦100m For Otti’s Re-Election Nomination Forms
2027: Abia community raises ₦100m for Otti’s re-election nomination forms. The Ukwa La Ngwa people of Abia State have raised ₦100 million to purchase the nomination forms for Governor Alex Otti’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
The donation was announced on Friday during a grand civic reception organised in honour of the governor at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba.
A statement issued on Saturday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Njoku Ukoha, said the fund was collectively raised by the Ukwa La Ngwa people as a show of appreciation and endorsement of Otti’s performance in office.
Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Steering Committee for the Ukwa La Ngwa Civic Reception and Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Emmanuel Emeruwa, disclosed that the group was willing to contribute more if the need arose.
Governor Otti, while addressing the mammoth crowd, expressed gratitude for the reception and endorsement.
“The time we came in here this afternoon, the mammoth crowd was intimidating. I want to thank all of you.
“Thank you for the endorsement. Thank you for the support. Thank you for the encouragement,” he said.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to people-centred governance, stressing that public interest, not personal or partisan considerations, would continue to guide his leadership.
“One thing you can take home is that because this is your government, your interest will always come first. This is not about party or partisan celebration,” Otti added.
He also announced that Ovom Road would be commissioned on February 25, the same day the reconstruction of the Enyimba Hotel would be officially flagged off.
According to him, the five-star hotel project, to be handled by Radisson Blu, is expected to be completed by next year.
“Our style is not to flag off and go home.
We want the five-star hotel to start functioning by next year,” the governor said.
Otti further urged residents of Aba to register for their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of future elections and to take responsibility for security and environmental cleanliness in their communities.
Abia Community
“The number of people in Aba is ten times larger than the number of votes that come from Aba. The only way to show your strength is to get people to come out and register,” he said.
Chairman of the occasion and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Adolphus Wabara, described the event as a reflection of the people’s verdict on the governor’s performance.
“This is not a political party rally; it is a people’s verdict. It is the collective affirmation of the masses to celebrate a man who has demonstrated that good governance is achievable and real,” Wabara said.
“Let no one be deceived: Abians will never again surrender their mandate to any cabal. Any attempt to subvert the will of the people in 2027 will be firmly resisted.”
Also speaking, the Senator representing Abia South, Enyinnaya Abaribe, and the National Secretary of the Labour Party, Darlington Nwokocha, said Governor Otti’s performance across critical sectors had earned him broad-based support.
Earlier, leader and spokesperson of the Ukwa La Ngwa people, Chief Theo Nkire, described Otti as “a great achiever,” crediting his administration with transforming Aba into “a world-class industrial hub.”
Traditional rulers from Ukwa La Ngwa extraction also pledged their support for the governor, while the event featured cultural displays and was attended by several dignitaries, including the member representing Isiala Ngwa North/South Federal Constituency, Ginger Onwusibe.
NNPC Ltd Offers N66 Fuel Discount Throughout the Nation
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has unveiled a nationwide ₦66 fuel discount promotion for customers using the NNPC Fuel App.
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In a post obtained from its X handle on Friday, the promotion, which runs from October 1 to 7, is being held across NNPC stations nationwide as part of activities marking the period.
“The ₦66 Discount Promo is ongoing & the excitement is already happening across our stations nationwide!
“All over Nigeria, our customers are getting in on the action & there’s still time for you to benefit!
The promo runs from 1–7 October on the NNPC Fuel App,” the post read.
NNPC said customers across the country have already begun participating in the promotion, with highlights from the first day showing activities at several stations.
“Keep fueling, keep transacting and keep your eyes on our pages,” the post read.
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NNPC also shared moments from the first day of the promotion and said more pictures and activities from stations across the country would be released.
The company urged customers not to miss the opportunity to participate before the promotion ends on October 7.
The ₦66 discount offer is available through the NNPC Fuel App during the stated promotional period.
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NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed the readiness of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to explore a strategic partnership with Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) to strengthen indigenous capacity in aircraft spares production, technology transfer and specialised technical training.
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The CAS stated this on 29 September 2026 when the Chairman of IVM, Chief Dr Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, CON, paid a courtesy visit to him at Headquarters NAF, Abuja.
Discussions focused on leveraging IVM’s indigenous manufacturing capabilities to support NAF operational requirements and advance local content in the defence sector. Chief Chukwuma highlighted IVM’s interest and capability in the production of selected aircraft parts and spares, while also showcasing its CNG and electric vehicle manufacturing capabilities.
The CAS welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed NAF’s commitment to partnerships that promote local production, technology transfer and human-capacity development. He also expressed interest in exploring affordable vehicle acquisition options for NAF personnel through convenient payment arrangements, subject to further engagement and applicable procedures.
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The engagement underscores the CAS’s drive to harness indigenous innovation and local expertise to strengthen NAF capability and personnel welfare, while supporting Nigeria’s broader pursuit of technological self-reliance and industrial development.
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Nigerian Navy Disclaims Recurrent Fake Recruitment on Social Media
The Nigerian Navy has observed the recurrent circulation of fake recruitment notices on social media platforms and other unofficial channels, purportedly announcing Nigerian Navy recruitment exercises. The Nigerian Navy wishes to state categorically that such notices are not authorised and should not be regarded as official recruitment announcements.
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The Nigerian Navy therefore advises prospective applicants and members of the public to exercise caution and disregard recruitment information obtained from unofficial social media accounts, websites or other unauthorised sources. All official information concerning Nigerian Navy recruitment, including eligibility requirements, application procedures, timelines and categories, will be communicated exclusively through authorised Nigerian Navy channels. The official recruitment website is http://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng, while the Nigerian Navy’s official website is https://navy.mil.ng.
Members of the public are particularly warned against making payments to individuals, agents or unauthorised platforms in connection with Nigerian Navy recruitment. Recruitment into the Nigerian Navy is free of charge, and the Service does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.
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The Nigerian Navy will continue to monitor and address the circulation of fraudulent recruitment information and urges the public to rely solely on its official communication channels for accurate and verified information on recruitment exercises.
Signed
AA FOLORUNSHO Director Naval Information
Captain (Nigerian Navy)
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