Abia State Archives - Page 11 of 402

Oct

26

2026

Royal Blessings, Warm Reception As HRH Eze Nwaoha Maduanochie Welcomes Nkole, Ambassador Evangeline Iwenjiora.

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His Royal Highness, HRH Eze Nwoha Maduanochie (Okpeke 1), the traditional ruler of Amakpoke Autonomous Community, warmly welcomed Hon. UKO NDUKWE NKOLE, NDC Senatorial Candidate for Abia North, and Ambassador Evangeline, NDC candidate for the House of Representatives, during their visit. In his speech, His Royal Highness expressed confidence in their political support within his community, assured the Abia North Senatorial Candidate and indeed NDC of his overwhelming support in the January 16, 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections overwhelmingly in their domain. HRH offered prayers and royal blessings for Mr Peter Obi /Kwankwaso Ticket, Uko Nkole and NDC in…

Oct

26

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Bende Has Only One NDC House Of Reps Candidate, Karibe Ojigwe, Says Campaign Aide

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ABUJA, October 25, 2026 — Amb. Monyeazor Oluebube Sunday, Media Aide to Hon. Pascal Karibe Ojigwe, has dismissed reports of multiple Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidates for Bende Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general election, insisting that Ojigwe is the party’s sole recognised flag bearer. In a press statement issued in Abuja on Saturday, October 24, Monyeazor said the clarification followed inquiries from Bende voters, stakeholders, youths and elders at home and in the diaspora over reports that two individuals were claiming the party’s ticket. He maintained that Ojigwe was the only candidate recognised by the NDC leadership and…

Oct

25

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tabitha Attends Inyom Aro Mass Rally; Hails Eze Aro For Uniting Aro Women!

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The ADC candidate for Abia State House of Assembly, Arochukwu Constituency, Mrs Francess Olisa Ogbonnaya (TABITHA), has commended His Royal Majesty, Eze Eberechukwu Oji, the Eze Aro IX, and the leadership of Inyom Aro for bringing Aro women together at the 31st General Assembly of Inyom Aro. The colourful event, which featured the wife of the Abia State Governor, Her Excellency, Mrs Priscilla Otti, as the Mother of the Day, attracted Aro daughters and wives from different walks of life and branches. Speaking with journalists at the event, Tabitha described the successful gathering as proof that UNITY IS STRENGTH, stressing…

Oct

24

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

OTTIMANIA, UAAP Celebrate Uduma Nnate, Highlight Role In Otti’s 2027 Re-Election Campaign

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The OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement and the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum have celebrated Chief Uduma Nnate, their founding member and Executive Secretary of OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement, on his birthday, recognising his role in mobilising support for Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. In a birthday message issued through the President of both organisations, Ambassador Dr Osita Offor, "De Ultimate Commander", (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms), the groups acknowledged Nnate’s involvement in advancing the movement’s campaign for Governor Otti’s re-election. As Executive Secretary of OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement, Nnate…

Oct

24

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Deputy Governor Emetu Pledges Sustained Support For Cocoa Farmers, As Abia Pursues Traceability Laboratory

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…Proposed facility to enhance cocoa quality, boost farmers’ earnings and expand access to international markets The Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Governor Alex Otti-led administration to agricultural development and the empowerment of cocoa farmers, assuring the Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria (CFAN), Abia State Chapter, of sustained support for initiatives aimed at improving productivity and expanding access to international markets. Emetu gave the assurance when the leadership of CFAN, Abia State Chapter, paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Umuahia, to present a report on the association’s participation in…