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Mar

08

2026

NYSC Controversy Against DS, Benjamin Kalu: Political Witch Hunt, Not Truth – Chidiebere Okoh

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

The recent NYSC and legal qualification allegations against Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu have been described by his supporters as a politically motivated witch hunt allegedly sponsored by Abia State government to silence the indefatigable leader. An Abia APC chieftain, Chief Chidiebere Okoh, condemned the attacks, noting that opposition forces threatened by Kalu’s rising influence are behind the smear campaign. Kalu’s office, through Chief Press Secretary Levinus Nwabughiogu, clarified that the claims are based on an unverified petition and have no foundation. The Deputy Speaker remains a fully qualified legal practitioner, called to the Nigerian Bar in 2011,…

Mar

06

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

City Boy Movement Unveils Abia State Central Management Hub to Strengthen Grassroots Mobilization

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The Abia State Chapter of the City Boy Movement has officially unveiled the list of officers constituting its Central Management Hub, the apex coordinating body responsible for overseeing the activities of the Movement across the state. The announcement, made after extensive consultations with stakeholders and leaders from the 17 Local Government Areas of Abia State, marks a major step in strengthening the Movement’s organizational structure and expanding its grassroots engagement ahead of future political activities. According to the State Director of the Movement, Lucky Igbokwe, popularly known as Don Lulu, the members of the Central Management Hub were carefully selected…

Mar

05

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Chidiebere J. Okoh Congratulates Abia APC, Reaffirms Party’s 2027 Ambition to Unseat Governor Otti

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In a show of political solidarity and strategic vision, Chief Chidiebere J. Okoh has congratulated the stakeholders, members, and newly elected Chairman of the Abia State All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Chijioke Chukwu, on the successful conclusion of the party’s recent congress. In his statement, Chief Okoh praised the smooth conduct of the congress, highlighting the unity, discipline, and dedication demonstrated by party members. “This successful congress is a testament to the growing strength and organizational capability of the APC in Abia State,” he said. Beyond the commendation, Chief Okoh took the opportunity to send a clear political signal: the…

Mar

05

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Warns Peter Obi, ADC to Stop Funding Ohiri’s Blackmail, Anti-Umahi Protests

Column, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsMetro, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Politics

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE - 05 MARCH 2026 The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, considers it a matter of profound national significance and, compelled by its moral responsibility, issues this communiqué. We issue a stern warning to Mr. Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State, and the leadership of his political party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC). We categorically demand an immediate halt to all financial and logistical support directed at individuals and groups who, under the guise of civil rights activism, are engaged in a malicious campaign of calumny. Their deliberate objective is to tarnish the…

Mar

04

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Amb. Osita Offor Slams Abia APC, Calls on Them to Seek Leadership Wisdom from Governor Otti Before Eyeing 2027 Takeover

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A prominent political figure in Abia State, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, "De Ultimate Commander" and the Ikenga Gburugburu of the Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, has thrown a sharp rebuke at the Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for their recent boast about capturing the state in the 2027 elections. In a no-holds-barred response, Offor, a staunch supporter of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, dismissed the recent comments from APC leadership as nothing more than an exercise in political posturing. He argued that Abia State do not need any change because the change is already here and the people…