Abia State Archives - Page 34 of 371

Jul

30

2026

Hon Pascal Karibe Ojigwe: From Football Excellence to Public Service.

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Bende LGA, Opinion, Paschal Karibe Ojigwe, Politics

Pascal Karibe Ojigwe is a former Nigerian professional footballer whose life has been defined by discipline, resilience, and a commitment to excellence, he built an outstanding football career that took him from Nigeria to some of Germany's biggest football clubs, including 1. FC Kaiserslautern, 1. FC Köln, Bayer Leverkusen, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and TSV 1860 Munich. As a defensive midfielder and defender, he earned a reputation for his strength, tactical intelligence, and unwavering determination. One of the highlights of his career was being part of the 1. FC Kaiserslautern squad that won the 1997–98 German Bundesliga title, one of the most…

Jul

28

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

NDC Picks Pascal Karibe Ojigwe as Flag Bearer for Bende Federal Constituency, Receives ANYA Congratulations

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Bende LGA, Paschal Karibe Ojigwe, Politics

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially announced former Super Eagles star and former Abia State Commissioner for Sports, Hon. Paschal Karibe Ojigwe, as its flag bearer for the Bende Federal Constituency House of Representatives election ahead of the 2027 General Election. Ojigwe's emergence follows the successful completion of the party's nomination process, having earlier obtained his Expression of Interest Form with a firm commitment to offer innovative, accountable and people-oriented representation to the people of Bende Federal Constituency. His emergence has been widely welcomed by supporters and political observers who believe that his remarkable achievements in sports administration, public…

Jul

28

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ikwuano Revenue Crisis: Famous Reporters Responds To Mayor Nwaubani’s Allegations

Abia State, Column, Opinion, Politics

It is not in the character of Famous Group International, publishers of Famous Reporters, to respond to every baseless allegation or unfounded claim, particularly those that exist only in the imagination of certain individuals. However, for the sake of setting the record straight and ensuring that the good people of Ikwuano Local Government Area are adequately informed of the facts, we have deemed it necessary to issue this response. Our attention has been drawn to a statement issued by the media team of the Executive Mayor of Ikwuano Local Government Area, Abia State, which we believe was released under the…

Jul

25

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Bourdex Assures Gov. Alex Otti of Abia North’s Total Support, Says ‘We Will Protect the New Abia Transformation’

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia North, Abia State, Alex Otti, David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex, Opinion, Politics

The Labour Party's Abia North Senatorial Candidate for the 2027 General Elections, Chief Dr. David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex, MFR, OON (Ugo'Ena Abiriba), has assured Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, of the unwavering support of the people of Abia North, declaring that the zone remains fully committed to protecting and consolidating the remarkable transformation currently taking place across Abia State. Bourdex gave the assurance while delivering a goodwill address during Governor Alex Otti's reception in Umunneochi Local Government Area, where thousands of party faithful, community leaders and residents gathered to celebrate what they described as the Governor's outstanding achievements in…

Jul

25

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gov. Otti Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Governance, Extends Electric Bus Routes as Umunneochi Honours Him for Transformational Leadership

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, PoliticsAbia State, Opinion, Politics

Governor Alex Otti has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to inclusive governance, balanced development and sustained transformation across Abia State, declaring that the state has permanently moved beyond the era of stagnation. The Governor made the declaration on Friday, July 24, 2026, during a grand civic reception organised in his honour by the people of Umunneochi Local Government Area at Peace Secondary School, Amuda, Isuochi. The reception was organised in recognition of the developmental strides recorded under the Otti administration in Umunneochi and across Abia State. The event also witnessed renewed support from stakeholders and residents for the Governor's second-term bid…