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Abia NDC Primaries Under Fire As Joseph Umunna Raises Alarm Over Alleged Manipulation, Secrecy And Attempted Hijack

Abia NDC Primaries Under Fire As Joseph Umunna Raises Alarm Over Alleged Manipulation, Secrecy And Attempted Hijack

Fresh controversy has erupted around the ongoing NDC primaries in Abia State following a blistering protest by Chief Engr Joseph Umunna (Onwa Abia), an aspirant for the Abia North Senatorial ticket, who has openly expressed deep displeasure over what he described as an alarming and dangerous attempt to hijack the democratic process in favour of a particular aspirant. In a strongly worded reaction, Umunna painted a troubling picture of what he alleged to be a calculated effort to compromise the integrity of the party’s internal democratic exercise, warning that any process tainted by manipulation, secrecy, favoritism and desperation could leave…
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‘Nnenaya Oti Saved Abia in 2023,’ Says Gov. Otti

‘Nnenaya Oti Saved Abia in 2023,’ Says Gov. Otti

•••Abians Celebrate Outgoing FUTO Vice Chancellor •••More Road Projects Commissioned in Umuahia By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD What many Abians now celebrate as the rebirth of Abia State may never have happened if Professor Nnenna Oti had failed to stand on the side of truth at a defining moment in the political history of the State. For Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, the story of Abia’s transformation did not begin with the construction of roads, transport terminals, urban renewal projects, or the restoration of public confidence in governance. According to him, it began on the night of the 2023 governorship election…
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Prince Dr Sir Obinna Ude: The Grassroots Leader Poised To Redefine Representation In Umunneochi

Prince Dr Sir Obinna Ude: The Grassroots Leader Poised To Redefine Representation In Umunneochi

As political conversations around the future of Umunneochi State Constituency gather momentum ahead of the 2027 elections, one name continues to resonate strongly across communities — Prince Dr Sir Obinna Ude, the standard-bearer aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Umunneochi State Constituency. Widely recognized and respected for his grassroots engagement, community development efforts, and leadership credentials, Prince Obinna Ude is steadily emerging as a figure many consider capable of delivering purposeful representation rooted in service, accessibility, and measurable impact. With years of experience in leadership at both the Local Government and community levels, Ude has built a…
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Prince Emeka Kalu, StarTimes CEO Meet To Strengthen RATTAWU–Media Partnership

Prince Emeka Kalu, StarTimes CEO Meet To Strengthen RATTAWU–Media Partnership

The President of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Art Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU), Prince Emeka Kalu (Magic Fingers), has paid an on-the-spot visit to the Chief Executive Officer of StarTimes Nigeria, Joshua Wang, as part of efforts aimed at strengthening and enhancing collaboration between both organizations. The strategic meeting centered on deepening institutional partnership between RATTAWU and StarTimes Nigeria, with discussions focused on fostering stronger cooperation in support of workers within Nigeria’s media, broadcasting, theatre, and creative sectors. According to information made available, both parties explored key areas of mutual interest, including initiatives that would promote the welfare, professional…
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2027: Ohanaeze Backs Tinubu, Eyes 2031 Vice Presidency For Ndigbo

2027: Ohanaeze Backs Tinubu, Eyes 2031 Vice Presidency For Ndigbo

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has declared support for the re-election bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, describing the move as a strategic pathway towards securing the Vice Presidency for Ndigbo in 2031. In a press release dated May 24, 2026, the organisation said its position followed what it described as “careful deliberation and objective assessment” of the political future of the Southeast region and the broader interests of the Igbo nation. According to the statement, Ohanaeze maintained that backing President Tinubu’s second-term ambition under the All Progressives Congress (APC) would position…
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