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Jan

09

2026

Kalu’s 1999 vs Otti’s 2023: How the Former Governor Further Exposed His Intellectual Deficiency

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia North, Abia State, Alex Otti, Metro, Nigeria, Orji Uzor Kalu, Politics

By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD Public commentary by political leaders carries a responsibility. It must be grounded in facts, context, and historical honesty. When these pillars are absent, statements may ignite partisan passions but will inevitably collapse under scrutiny. This is the fundamental flaw in Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s recent attacks on Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR, particularly his reckless attempts to compare governance outcomes between 1999 and 2023 while disregarding context, economic realities, and his own legacy in office. Kalu’s latest pronouncements reveal a troubling combination of arrogance, historical amnesia, and intellectual superficiality. The former governor had during his recent…

Jan

09

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Okon-Aku Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Demands Thorough Investigation, Decries Alleged Blackmail of Deputy Governor

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, Metro, News, OpinionAbia State, Okon-Aku, Osita Offor, Ultimate Commander

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, popularly known as “De Ultimate Commander” and the Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, has expressed deep concern over the recent descent into chaos in Okon-Aku Autonomous Community, Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State.‎stateme ‎In a statement made available to the press, Ambassador Offor described the crisis as unfortunate and avoidable, stressing that disagreements within communities should always be resolved through dialogue, reconciliation, and mutual understanding rather than violence. He lamented that the situation had escalated to a level that now threatens peace, unity, and social stability in the area. According to him, violence has…

Jan

08

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohafia Traditional Rulers’ Council Pays Compassionate, Solidarity Visit to Eze Ndukwe Iko After Palace Fire

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, Metro, NewsAbia State, Metro, Ndukwe Iko, Okon-Aku

Ohafia, Abia State — The Ohafia Local Government Area Traditional Rulers’ Council has paid a compassionate and solidarity visit to HRH Eze (Engr.) Ndukwe Iko, Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku, following the burning of his palace in the wake of the needless killing of a youth in the community. The visit, led by senior members of the council, was aimed at commiserating with the monarch over the unfortunate incident, which reportedly occurred amid heightened tensions after the killing. The palace was said to have been set ablaze by hoodlums and criminal elements during the unrest that followed the tragic event. Speaking…

Jan

08

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Palace Arson: Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku Reacts, Calls for Peace, Says He Will Speak Fully Later

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, NewsNdukwe Iko, Okon-Aku

The traditional ruler of Okon-Aku, His Royal Highness, Eze Engr. Ndukwe Iko (Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku), has reacted to the violent attack on his palace which resulted in the burning of multiple buildings and properties, describing the incident as traumatic while indicating that he would make a comprehensive statement at a later time. According to the monarch’s personal account, his palace was set ablaze by hired hoodlums and criminal elements, acting under the pretext of the alleged murder of Akuma Akwu Igwe, a youth from the community—an incident in which he stated he has no direct involvement. The attack led…

Jan

08

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Otti’s Futuristic Strategy In Public Transport Management In Abia State

Abia State, Business, Economy, News, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Business, Economy, Metro, Politics

Governor Alex Otti is introducing a rather strange paradigm shift in governance here. It's strange in a very positive way. One sector where this is clearly self evident is in the management of the public transportation system in the state. One of the key parameters that define modern cities is their public transport system. There is usually proper organization here to ensure maximum comfort for the citizens. From well built terminals that promote effective nodality to the different means of transport, garnished with adequate security, management of public transport is critical in building modern cities. In these parts, public transport…