Abia State Archives - Page 101 of 375

Mar

04

2026

Abia North Senatorial Hopefully, Dr. Emeka Kalu, Vows to Fight Poverty, Empower Locals to Create Millionaires

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Chief Engr. Dr. Charles Emeka Kalu, an electrical engineer, and a business tycoon based in the United States, and a Labour Party (LP) contender for the Abia North Senatorial seat, has expressed his commitment to transforming the zone by creating millionaires within four years, should he win the 2027 election. Kalu, who has extensive international business experience, plans to leverage his global network to bring wealth to the senatorial zone. He intends to channel funds from the National Assembly into local businesses, artisans, and large-scale farmers across all five local government areas (LGAs) of Abia North. Speaking with journalists at…

Mar

02

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu Officially Joins Labour Party, Set to Contest for Senate in 2027 Elections

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In a historic move for Abia North, Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, a renowned business mogul, has officially registered as a member of the Labour Party (LP). The decision comes as part of his bid to contest for the Senate seat in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The registration took place in his Bende Ovu electoral ward, where Chief Kalu made his intentions known, emphasizing his desire to make a difference in the leadership of the zone. His entry into the race signals a strong commitment to representing the people of Abia North, regardless of political affiliation. In his remarks, Chief…

Mar

02

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu Calls on Ohafia People to Shun Social Ills, Preserve Core Values

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The Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu (FNSE), has called on the people of Ohafia—whom he described as a people known for courage, discipline, honour, and unity—to sustain the noble values for which they are widely recognized. Engr. Emetu made this call at the Ohafia Central Primary School Field, Elu Ohafia, while declaring the Ohafia Reorientation Summit open. He maintained that these enduring values have played a vital role in strengthening families and building cohesive communities. The Ohafia-born Deputy Governor strongly condemned drug and substance abuse, cultism, criminal practices, moral decline, and the vandalization of public infrastructure, noting…

Mar

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Amb. Dr. Osita Offor Sounds the Call: This New Month, Rise for Abia—Register, Transfer Your PVC, and Take Back Your Future

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As a new month begins, it comes with renewed hope, fresh opportunities, and a moment for reflection. Beyond the usual exchange of goodwill messages, this season calls for something deeper—responsibility, action, and commitment to shaping the future of Abia State. It is in this spirit that Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, widely known as De Ultimate Commander and the Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, passionately calls on the resilient people of Abia to rise and take their rightful place in determining the destiny of their state. This is not just another month; it is a defining moment. The future of…

Mar

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Keep Doing Your Job With Commitment To New Abia Agenda, Gov. Otti Charges Appointees.

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Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, has charged members of his cabinet to keep doing their job with commitment to the new Abia agenda. Governor Otti gave the charge on Saturday, February 28th, while declaring open the 2 - day First Quarter Retreat, organised by the Abia State Government for all political appointees under his Government, at the International Conference Centre, Ogurube - Umuahia, with the theme, "Accelerating Progress: Unlocking New Opportunities". Governor Otti said that it is true that lives have been improved and the people have seen remarkable improvements in their social and economic experiences under his…