Abia State

Abia State

Oct
26
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu

A Broom with K-Legs: The Risks of Half-Swept Leadership” – Bourdex Taunts Mascot Uzor Kalu

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A Chieftain of Labour Party and staunch supporter of Governor Alex Otti's administration, Chief Dr. David Onuoha Ogba (Bourdex), has reacted to recent comments of Chief Mascot Uzor Kalu, former Abia State Chief of Staff and Action Peoples Party (APP) governorship candidate, describing it as "Half-Swept Leadership". "A broom with K-legs won't sweep a floor straight — how then will it clean an entire state?", he queries  "If investing in a proper tool is beyond reach, can we trust that the sweep of old politics and stagnant corners will get done? Abia risks ending up with half-tidied spaces and cobwebs…
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Oct
26
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Abia Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu Celebrates Iri Ji Ohamoha (New Yam Festival) 2025, Commends Ohafia Monarchs For Preserving Cultural Heritage

Abia Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu Celebrates Iri Ji Ohamoha (New Yam Festival) 2025, Commends Ohafia Monarchs For Preserving Cultural Heritage

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The Deputy Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, has emphasized the symbolic significance of yam in Igbo tradition, describing it as the chief crop that represents all other farm produce and reflects hard work, abundance, and gratitude to God. Engr. Emetu made this statement during the 2025 Ohafia New Yam Festival (Iri Ji Ohamoha), held at Achichi, Elu Ohafia, in the Ohafia Local Government Area. Accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Adaeze Emetu, the Deputy Governor expressed gratitude to God for another fruitful farming season. He noted that the annual celebration signifies not only the end of…
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Oct
26
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Gov. Otti Charges Abians To Contribute To Development Of The State, Get Celebrated.

Gov. Otti Charges Abians To Contribute To Development Of The State, Get Celebrated.

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...CELEBRATES DR ELEAZU, WIFE'S BIRTHDAY. Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, has challenged Abians to contribute to the development of the State, saying that his government celebrates individuals that impact positively on the State and the Nation at large. Governor Otti stated this on Saturday, October 25th at the 95th and 85th birthday ceremony of an elder statesman and his wife, Elder Dr Uma Eleazu and Elder Mrs Njansi Eleazu, organised by the Abia State Government at the Michael Okpara Auditorium, Umuahia. The Governor said that celebrating good people in the State has become a culture, insisting that, the…
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Oct
26
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Emeka Kalu Condemns Elites Opposed to Nnamdi Kanu’s Release: Calls Nigeria’s Legal System to Uphold Integrity

Emeka Kalu Condemns Elites Opposed to Nnamdi Kanu’s Release: Calls Nigeria’s Legal System to Uphold Integrity

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The case of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is a significant test for justice, fairness, and the integrity of Nigeria’s legal system. His prolonged detention and extended trial have become emblematic of the challenges facing Nigeria’s courts, where political interests often overshadow the principles of due process and human rights. Chief Dr Emeka Kalu, a respected politician and US-based business tycoon, has expressed deep concern over the opposition to Kanu’s release, pointing out that it is largely driven by politicians and businessmen who lack genuine support among the masses. According to Dr Kalu, those…
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Oct
26
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa celebrates with people of Ohafia at the 2025 Iri-Ji Ohamoha Ohafia New Yam Festival.

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa celebrates with people of Ohafia at the 2025 Iri-Ji Ohamoha Ohafia New Yam Festival.

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The Federal House Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, joined the Udumeze Ohafia and other dignitaries to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Ohafia people at this year’s Iri-Ji Ohamoha New Yam Festival. Held at the Ohafia Central School Field, the event brought together notable figures including His Excellency, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, Deputy Governor of Abia State; Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA; Hon. Kalu Mba Nwoke, Member representing Ohafia South at the Abia State House of Assembly; and Chief David Ogba (Bourdex), among others. Hon. Okwara commended the organizers for preserving…
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