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Jul

17

2026

Court sentences native doctor to 6 years in prison, N20m fine in Anambra

Metro, NewsCrime

An Awka High Court has sentenced one of the arrested fake native doctors, Onyebuchi Okocha, aka Onyeze Jesus, to six years' imprisonment with a fine of N20 million. This is coming as seven suspected fake pastors arrested last month in Anambra were ordered to be remanded in custody until their respective matters are dispensed with by the court. Another suspected fake native doctor popularly known as Eke-Hit had his matter adjourned to September 26th as the counsels for the accused and the prosecution submitted their respective written addresses to the court on the same day. Onyeze Jesus had been in…

Jul

10

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Osita Offor Urges Abians To Support Governor Alex Otti, Embrace OTTIMANIA’s Legacy Of Transformational Leadership

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Economy, Opinion, Politics

The OTTIMANIA Movement has called on Ndi Abia at home and in the diaspora to unite behind the vision of a prosperous and progressive state, describing the ongoing transformation under Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, as a collective project that requires the support and participation of all citizens. In a statement issued by the movement and made available to OHAFIATV, the Convener and Leader of OTTIMANIA Movement, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia and the Nneato Ancient Kingdoms), said Governor Otti has continued to distinguish himself through competent, transparent, and people-centred leadership. According to Offor,…

Jul

03

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU Ramps Up Publicity Ahead Of July 20 Democracy, AI Summit

Metro, News, RATTAWU News, Social IssuesMetro, Opinion, RATTAWU

The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union (RATTAWU) has intensified publicity for its forthcoming Pre-Political Electioneering Campaign Media, Culture and Creative Economy Summit, unveiling a nationwide and international media campaign ahead of the July 20, 2026 event in Lagos. The summit, which forms part of activities marking the union's Roadmap to RATTAWU@50 Golden Jubilee celebration, will hold at the Lagos Oriental Hotel and is expected to bring together media professionals, creative industry practitioners, labour leaders, policymakers and key stakeholders from across Nigeria. With the theme, "Protecting Democracy in the AI Era: Media, Culture, Arts and the Creative Economy Workforce…

Jun

29

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ndi Inyom Edda Abuja Celebrates Womanhood, Purpose At Second Annual Women’s Day Event

Cultural Heritage, Entertainment, Metro, News, Social IssuesEbonyi State, Metro

ABUJA — The women's wing of the Nzuko Edda socio-cultural organisation, Nde Inyom Edda Abuja, has held its second annual Women's Day celebration, bringing together sons and daughters of Edda and other distinguished guests in a colourful gathering that celebrated womanhood, cultural heritage and community development. The event, held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at City Park, Wuse 2, Abuja, was themed "Women of Purpose: Empowered to Make a Difference." It attracted dignitaries from different parts of the country and featured inspiring speeches, cultural exhibitions and awards recognising outstanding contributions to society. In her keynote address, the President of Nde…

Jun

29

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Osonwa Rallies Labour Party Stakeholders, Charges Members On Unity, Vigilance Ahead Of 2027 Polls

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Metro, NewsAbia State, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Ikechukwu Emetu, Metro, Opinion

The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has called on members and supporters of the Labour Party across Abia North Senatorial District to remain united, committed and vigilant as the party begins preparations for the 2027 general elections. Osonwa made the call at the Abia North Senatorial District Labour Party Stakeholders and Candidates Strategic Summit held over the weekend in Abiriba. The meeting brought together party leaders, stakeholders and candidates from Arochukwu, Ohafia, Bende, Isuikwuato and Umunneochi Local Government Areas. The strategic summit was convened by the Labour Party's Abia North Senatorial Candidate, Chief David Ogba Onuoha…