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Sep

13

2024

Ohafia Monarchs Endorse Development Dialogue With MPA, Pledge Attendance

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, News, OhafiaAbia State, Mbem Political Assembly, Metro, Ohafia

The Council of Ohafia Monarchs has confirmed their participation in the Ohafia Development Dialogue, scheduled for October 25, 2024. The traditional rulers, representing 26 communities, expressed their support and commitment to the event during an emergency meeting with a delegation from Mben Political Assembly (MPA). The monarchs, led by HRM Eziogo Awa Nwankwo Mba, Regent of Amaekpu Ohafia, promised to share valuable insights, promote cohesion, and lend their royal authority to the Dialogue. They acknowledged MPA as a key stakeholder in envisioning and executing development in Ohafia. Chief Imo Ukwa Imo, leading the MPA delegation, expressed gratitude to the monarchs…

Sep

13

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Peter Obi Sets Conditions For Accepting Vice Presidential Role in 2027

News, Opinion, Politics2027, Nigeria, Opinion, Peter Obi, Politics

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and former Anambra State Governor, has revealed the condition under which he would accept a vice presidential role in the next election. In an interview with News Central, Obi expressed his willingness to collaborate with other politicians, including Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), but only if the focus is on improving the lives of citizens, not just winning elections. Obi emphasized that any collaboration must prioritize lifting people out of poverty and ensuring no child is left behind. He stated, "I'm ready to collaborate with anyone interested…

Sep

13

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Meet Chief Obia: The Listening Leader Set To Revolutionize Ohafia L.G.A

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, OhafiaAbia State, Ebin Kalu, Labour Party, Ohafia, Politics

Ohafia, Abia State - In a move that is set to change the face of leadership in Ohafia Local Government Area, Honourable Ebin Kalu Orji, fondly known as Chief Obia, has emerged as one of the top contenders for the position of Mayor (Chairman). With his exceptional leadership qualities, grassroots presence, and commitment to philanthropy, Chief Obia is poised to bring about a new era of progress and development to the community. Known for his listening ear and empathetic approach, Chief Obia has built a reputation as a leader who truly cares about the people. His leadership philosophy is centered…

Sep

12

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Maiduguri Flood: Deploy Aid To Victims Now!, N.Y.A President Cautions, Decries F.G’s Negligence

Metro, NewsBin Abbas, Metro

The President, national youth alliance NYA has asked, the federal government to as a matter of urgency, deploy immediate relief materials to Maiduguri that has been hit by massive flooding in the wake of the collapse of the Alo DAM in the midnight of 9 September 2024. Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas said this in a statement made available to reporters after assessing the slow pace of response to the over 2 million people affected in Maiduguri city. He said it has become a case of negligence on the part of the government to ensure that avoidable disasters such as this…

Sep

11

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Ben. Kalu’s Mark on SEDC is Indelible; Onoh Should Not Distort History, say Okoh.

Abia State, News, Opinion, PoliticsBenjamin Kalu, chidiebere okoh, Opinion, Politics

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Abia State, Chief Chidiebere J Okoh, has reacted to the recent attempt by Dr. Josef Onoh to undermine Hon. Benjamin Kalu's contributions to the South East Development Commission (SEDC) which he says is a desperate and misguided effort to rewrite history. He reiterated that as the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Kalu played a pivotal role in ensuring the passage of the SEDC bill, and his leadership and commitment to the region's development are a matter of public record. "Contrary to Onoh's claims, Hon. Kalu's efforts were instrumental…