Amos Oge Kalu Archives - Page 19 of 189

Aug

20

2026

NDC Unveils Etugo Ogah, Alaribe Ticket; Sets Abia On 2027 Intense Political Battle

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Abia State Chapter, has formally unveiled Elder Ndubuisi Etugo Ogah and Engr. Bright Alaribe as its governorship candidate and running mate respectively, setting the stage for a more intense political battle ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The duo were unveiled on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the Britarch Event Center, adjacent to the Abia State House of Assembly Complex, Umuahia, alongside other candidates of the party for the 2027 general elections. The ceremony brought together NDC leaders, stakeholders, candidates, grassroots executives, women and youth leaders, as well as supporters from across the state. With…

Aug

20

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Eze Bobby Aguocha Warns Nigerians Against Ethnic And Religious Politics Ahead Of 2027

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The Ohuruzo of Umuohuru Kingdom and Grand Patron, Ezenaebiri, HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha, has urged Nigerians to reject ethnic and religious politics ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that electing leaders based on tribe, religion, tongue or surname rather than competence, character and track record could further weaken the country. Eze Aguocha stated this while addressing Ezenaebiri youths at his Palace in Umuohuru Kingdom, where he cautioned against attempts by political actors to exploit ethnic and religious sentiments for electoral advantage. According to him, “Nigeria stands at a crossroads. As we approach another election cycle, the loudest voices in…

Aug

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

NDC Unveils Etugo Ogah, Uko Nkole, Nworgu, Others As Candidates For 2027 Elections In Abia

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The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Abia State Chapter, has formally unveiled its candidates for the 2027 general elections, with Elder Ndubuisi Etugo Ogah emerging as the party’s governorship candidate alongside his running mate, Engr. Bright Alaribe. The unveiling ceremony, held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the Britarch Event Center, adjacent to the Abia State House of Assembly Complex, Umuahia, brought together party leaders, stakeholders, candidates, ward and local government executives, women and youth leaders, as well as supporters of the party. The event marked a major step in the NDC’s preparations for the 2027 elections, as the party formally…

Aug

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Karibe Ojigwe Receives NDC Flag, Declares Readiness To Defeat Bende Contestants

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By Kalu Odinaka Hon. Pascal Karibe Ojigwe, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Bende Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections, has declared his readiness to defeat all other contestants in the race after officially receiving the party’s flag as its standard-bearer. Speaking after the presentation of the NDC flag, Ojigwe said the development had further strengthened his resolve to take the battle to all contenders seeking to represent Bende Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. The NDC candidate, who acknowledged the growing number of contestants in the race, said he was not intimidated by the field, declaring…

Aug

18

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Chidiebere J. Okoh Frowns At Royal Fathers Blowing Hot And Cold Over Political Endorsements

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Chidiebere J. Okoh has expressed concern over what he described as the growing practice of some traditional rulers and community leaders allegedly giving conflicting political endorsements to different candidates. Okoh, who made the observation while reacting to recent political activities in Bende Federal Constituency, frowned at situations where, according to him, some leaders extend one hand to receive gifts and endorse a candidate, only to turn around and accept similar gestures from another contender and endorse the person as well. He described such conduct as “worrisome, degrading and unbecoming” of respected traditional institutions, arguing that royal fathers are expected to…