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P’Harcourt Road will be completed by year-end, Otti tells Aba residents

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May 1, 2024

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P’Harcourt Road will be completed by year-end, Otti tells Aba residents

The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has assured residents that the construction of the Port Harcourt road in Aba will be completed and fully functional by the end of 2024.

The governor disclosed this to the crowd of Abia residents, among others, on Tuesday night at the grand finale of the Global Crusade with Kumuyi, a six-day programme organised by the Deeper Christian Life Ministry.

Addressing the audience, Otti recalled the scepticism surrounding the project when it commenced in October of the previous year.

He said, “When in October, we brought Julius Berger to Port Harcourt Road, people said it wasn’t possible. A road that has not been used for 20 years is going to be used by the end of this year.

“I always refer to the story recorded in the Bible between Philip and Nathaniel. He went to Nathaniel and said we have found him, which is written about in the Bible by the prophet Moses and other prophets. Jesus, the son of Joseph, Joseph of Nazareth

“Nathaniel asked, ‘Can anything good come out of Nazareth?’ And what did Philip tell him? ‘Come and see!’ the crowd responded.

Otti also expressed optimism for the future of the state, as he addressed the past perception of Abia.

He added, “In those days when you mention Abia State, people will dismiss you. ‘Can anything good come out of Abia State?’ It even became a comedy skit.

“So anybody who asks that question again, what will you tell him? ‘Come and see!’ the crowd responded again.

“So this is still early morning; 11 months (of my administration), greater things are coming.”

EKWUTOSBLOG reported in October 2023 that Otti flagged off the reconstruction of the perennially dilapidated 6.7 kilometres of Port Harcourt Road, Aba, and equally gave an official completion date of 18 months.

It was reported that the Port Harcourt road, one of the most deplorable federal roads in the state, was awarded to construction giant Julius Berger at a rate of N30 billion.

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Arewa leader in Lagos dumps NNPP for APC, forms new political group

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March 13, 2025

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A prominent leader of the Arewa community in Lagos, Alhaji Abdullahi Dan Fulani, has officially defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), bringing along his supporters.

He made this announcement during a meeting with the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, at the National Assembly in Abuja.

As part of his political realignment, Dan Fulani also declared the formation of a new political movement, Arewa Community for Barau Jibrin Maliya, aimed at consolidating northern support for the senator.

“In politics, you don’t wait for opportunities; you create them. Leadership is about direction, not just position,” Dan Fulani stated while explaining his decision to switch parties.

He emphasized that his move to APC was strategic and aligned with the interests of the Arewa community in Lagos.

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Ex Abacha aide, Hamza Al-Mustapha officially defects to SDP

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March 13, 2025

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Major Dr. Hamza Al-Mustapha has officially joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP), marking a new phase in his political journey aimed at national development.

Accompanied by his team, Al-Mustapha arrived at the SDP headquarters in Abuja, where he was warmly received by party leaders and supporters.

He said his move to the party signals his commitment to leadership based on justice, security, and progress.

His defection comes days after former Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufa’i moved to the SDP.

El-Rufa’i has said that they would move against the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration during the 2027 polls.

Hamza Al-Mustapha was the Chief Security Officer to former military ruler General Sani Abacha during his administration from 1993 to 1998.

He was known as one of Abacha’s closest associates during the military regime.

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Tinubu support group names Yahaya Bello as Star Associate

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March 13, 2025

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A pro-Tinubu group, Nationwide Tinubu Connect Associates, NTCA, has appointed former Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State as a Star Associate.

The NTCA is a registered group of like-minded Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora,who are committed to the promotion of the laudable efforts and programmes of President Tinubu administration to reposition Nigeria for political and economic growth.

Those who presented the appointment award to Bello included the group’s National Coordinator, Hon. Henry Nwabueze, and Chief Contact and Head of Mobilisation, Dr Haruna Madisca.

NTCA, in a statement, said: “A Kogi State leader, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, better known as The White Lion, has been appointed as distinguished Star Associate of President Tinubu by the NTCA.

This great movement is making Nigeria safe and great again by trying to connect all the 36 States and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Now, Kogi is connected. In 2027, it will be 4+4 because there is no vacancy in Aso Rock.”