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Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu Honored at the Eluama Iriji and Cultural Festival 2025

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Cultural Heritage, Metro, News, Politicsculture, Emeka Kalu, Politics

The annual Eluama Iriji and Cultural Festival took place yesterday at the Eluama Civic Center in Nunya/Ogboro Isukwuato LGA, Abia State. This cherished tradition, which symbolizes gratitude, renewal, and unity, gained special significance this year with the invitation of the Bende Born Billionaire, distinguished philanthropist and politician, Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu, President of E.C.K Foundation. Celebrated across many communities in Igboland, the festival marks the harvest of the new yam crop and is deeply rooted in cultural heritage. It is a day of feasting, reflection, thanksgiving to God and the ancestors, and reaffirmation of communal ties. It is believed…

Aug

31

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

“Ultimate Commander” Celebrates Birthday with Iri-Ji Festival in Ogugu Ancient Kingdom

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, News, SponsoredBirthday, Osita Offor, Ultimate Commander

The birthday celebration of Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu), continues to garner attention in Ogugu Ancient Kingdom, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State. The festivities are highlighted by the Iri-Ji Festival of HRM, Eze Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna Jnr., Ubojene II, also known as Aka Ji Ofo Ntu-Egbenese.HRM Eze Ogbonna Jnr. played host to over a hundred traditional rulers in his kingdom including HRM, The Ogirisi Igbo.Amb. Dr. Offor was accompanied by Nollywood veteran Actor and Legend, Steve Eboh (Ajebo), Engr. Uchenna Ibeh, MD Amicable Oil and Gas Company Limited. Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor is a…

Aug

31

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

E. C. K President, (Man of the people) Rrecieves Warm Welcome In His Home Town Amaogwu Bende

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Emeka Kalu, Politics

E.C.K President, Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, Atakata Agbuo I of Bende, affectionately known as the "Man of the People," received a warm welcome in his hometown of Amaogwu Bende. ‎Significantly, his every visit to his people has become and occasion where the people receive blessings of his genarousity and philanthropic life. The president's reputation for being a man of the people precedes him, and the community's enthusiasm was palpable as residents gathered to celebrate his visit. https://youtu.be/bppuupls__c?si=eaC3mioVd3Pzkxgn ‎With a strong connection to his community, the president's presence was met with cheers, music, applause, meriment and warm smiles, underscoring the strong…

Aug

29

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gov. Otti Lauds Methodist Church Plans To Establish University In Abia.

Abia State, Education, News, PoliticsAlex Otti, Education

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has lauded the Methodist Church Nigeria for its plans to establish a University in Abia State. Governor Otti was speaking on Thursday, August 28th, when he played host to the Prelate of the Methodist Church Nigeria, His Eminence Dr. Oliver Abah who called on him with a retinue of Methodist Archbishops and Bishops in his office. The Governor expressed the excitement of the State over the proposed Methodist University, Umuimenyi, Bende LGA, assuring of the support of the State Government. "We are very happy about it and we can assure you that any support…

Aug

29

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

“Correct the Lopsidedness in Your Appointments by Appointing More Igbo Women into Offices” – Bishop Nwankpa

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, PoliticsEmeka Nwankpa, Politics

Charges Tinubu, Celebrates Igbo Women on 2025 August Meeting As Igbo women across the South-East conclude the 2025 August Meetings in their various communities, Bishop Prof Emeka Nwankpa, Convener of the South East Mandate for Good Governance (SEMGG), has hailed them for their resilience, unity, and contributions to grassroots development. In a goodwill message, the respected cleric and philanthropist described the August Meeting as a unique forum where women chart the course for community progress, conflict resolution, and social transformation. He noted that their consistent efforts have led to visible improvements in education, health, infrastructure, and youth empowerment across Igboland.…