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Feb

25

2026

Amb. Offor Commends President Tinubu for Appointing Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector General of Police

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Social IssuesBola Ahmed Tinubu, IGP Tunji Disu, Osita Offor, Police, Ultimate Commander

Abuja, Nigeria – Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, affectionately known as "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu), has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for appointing Tunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police, a decision he describes as a "round peg in a round hole." Ambassador Offor, a long-time friend of Disu, expressed his profound appreciation for the appointment, noting that it is a well-deserved recognition of the seasoned officer’s career in the Nigerian Police Force. "His appointment is a " Round Peg in a round Hole," Offor stated, emphasizing that Disu's wealth of experience and exemplary leadership qualities make him…

Feb

25

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ikechukwu Emetu Commissions Landmark Projects in Ukwa West, Reiterates Grassroots Development Drive

Abia State, Column, Metro, News, Politics, Social Issues2027, Abia State, Ikechukwu Emetu, Metro, Politics

The Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, on Tuesday commissioned the Works and Lands Building, Legislative Complex, and Asa Multipurpose Hall at the Ukwa West Council Headquarters, describing the projects as strategic investments in grassroots governance. Speaking at the ceremony in Ukwa West Local Government Area, the Deputy Governor conveyed the goodwill of Governor Alex Chioma Otti and reaffirmed the administration’s resolve to rebuild public institutions and restore confidence in governance across the state.Emetu noted that the projects represent more than physical infrastructure, stressing that they are deliberate steps toward deepening democracy, strengthening accountability, and bringing government closer…

Feb

22

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Amb. Osita Offor Appreciates Gov. Alex Otti for Honouring Prof. Kenneth Kalu at Special Send-Forth Ceremony

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Opinion, Osita Offor, Politics, Ultimate Commander

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu) extends his heartfelt appreciation to Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, and his amiable wife Mrs. Priscilla Chidinmma Otti, for the grand send-forth ceremony held in honour of Prof. Kenneth Kalu, the former Secretary to the Government of Abia State. This ceremony, held on 20th February at the Michael Okpara Auditorium in Umuahia, was a remarkable celebration of Prof. Kalu's exceptional contributions to the development and progress of Abia State. In his commendation, Ambassador Offor highlighted the significance of this gesture, noting that such a ceremonial send-off is a testament to…

Feb

20

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia APC Chieftain, Okoh, Warns Against Undemocratic Practices in Party Congress

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, All Progressives Congress, chidiebere okoh, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Chief Chidiebere J. Okoh, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, has issued a stern warning to the leadership of the party over the conduct of the upcoming Local Government congresses. He emphasized that any deviation from democratic principles in the congress process would not be tolerated, urging party leaders to prioritize fairness and transparency. Chief Okoh raised serious concerns about reports that certain individuals, who were not originally part of the APC, might be positioned to occupy key roles in the congresses. He pointed out that such actions would not only be a disservice…

Feb

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Facts Beyond Fiction: Governor Peter Mbah Is Rewriting History And Redefining Governance In Profound Ways.

Column, Economy, News, Opinion, Politics

We have seen the SMART SCHOOLS sprouting across the State which Naysayers struggle to rubbish. We have seen the Healthcare Centres that they pretend they cannot see. We have seen Enugu State emerge from a quiet State to the Centre of Corporate activities hosting the most serious Conferences and Corporate events in the Country, which is a testament to uncommon transformation, would the Naysayers also dispute that? We have seen the eventual end of the Sit-At-Home protestation of IPOB and Pro-Biafra Agitators in the South East, would the Naysayers also deny that it was Peter Mbah that pioneered the challenge…