Metro Archives - Page 22 of 289

Feb

13

2026

Abia-born Former DSS Director, Raymond Nkemdirim, Applauds Transformation under Governor Otti’s Leadership

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia North, Abia State

Chief Raymond Nkemdirim, a prominent Abia-born former Director of Operations at the Department of State Security Services (DSS) and Special Assistant to the Director-General of DSS, has spoken out in support of Governor Alex Chioma Otti’s transformative work in Abia State. This came in response to recent claims that the governor's administration was merely "painting roads" without substantial development. Speaking during a visit to Abia State as part of the promoters and partners of the proposed Aba Commercial Smart City (ACSC) Project, Nkemdirim emphasized the significant improvements seen across the state. He remarked: "Before we got here, sir, they told…

Feb

11

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

UAAP President, Amb Dr. Osita Offor Mourns with Felix Awogu Over Death of His Mother

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, Metro, Social Issues

In a heartfelt message of condolence, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offior "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburgburu), President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Felix Awogu’s mother, Madam Nnedinobi Regina Awogu. The veteran sports broadcaster, Felix Awogu, and his family are currently mourning the loss of their matriarch, who peacefully passed away in her sleep on Tuesday morning at the age of 90. Ambassador Offior, in his official message, extended his deepest sympathies to the Awogu family, describing the loss as a painful and irreplaceable one. "The passing of a mother…

Feb

10

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

UAAP Celebrates Rev. Dr. Annie N. Onu, Executive Secretary ADCOM, on Her Special Day

Abia State, Lifestyle, Metro, News, SponsoredAbia State, Birthday, Lifestyle, Osita Offor, Ultimate Commander

Today, we celebrate the birthday of Rev. Dr. Annie N. Onu, CEO, the Executive Secretary of Abia State Diaspora Commission (ADCOM), honoring her leadership, dedication, and tireless commitment to the people of Abia State, both at home and abroad. Rev. Dr. Annie N. Onu has been a true champion for the Abia diaspora, connecting Abians across the world to their roots, fostering development, and creating lasting change. Under her leadership, the Abia State Diaspora Commission has flourished, becoming a powerful tool for empowerment, investment, and cultural exchange. Her visionary approach has bridged the gap between the diaspora and their home…

Feb

07

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohafia Petitions I-G Over Arrests of Oko-Aku Crisis Withnesses, Calls for Immediate Release

Abia State, Metro, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Social IssuesAbia State, Metro, Ohafia

The Ohafia Improvement Union (OIU), the apex socio-cultutal and development association for the ancestral clan, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Poiice to probe the arrest of seven persons testifying before a Panel of Inquiry on Okon-Aku Ohafia communal crisis, and order their immediate release, for not having committed an offence. The petition, dated February 6 and signed by the OIU President-General, Prince kalu Ikpemini, was delivered at Force Headquarters, Abuja on Friday, and it received the acknowledgement of the Inspector-General's office, according to a copy shared in statement by the Association's National Publicity Secretary, Chief Emele Onu. The OIU said…

Feb

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia 2027: What the Ukwa La Ngwa Endorsement Means for Governor Otti

Abia State, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Metro, Opinion, Politics

By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD On January 30, the people of Ukwa La Ngwa gathered in their thousands at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, in what has become a defining moment in Abia’s evolving political history. The massive turnout was a deliberate and collective declaration of political direction. In an unprecedented show of unity, the entrepreneurial and oil producing Ukwa La Ngwa region, which accounts for nine of Abia State’s seventeen local government areas, formally endorsed the Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, ahead of the 2027 general election. The endorsement sent a clear message that…