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May

16

2026

Ambassador Offor, UAAP Forum Mourns Nollywood Star Alex Ekubo

Current Events, Entertainment, Lifestyle, NewsLifestyle, Osita Offor, RIP, Ultimate Commander

President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, has expressed deep grief over the death of celebrated Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo, describing it as a painful loss to Nigeria’s entertainment industry and the African creative community. In a condolence message, Ambassador Offor praised the late actor for his immense contribution to Nollywood, noting that Alex Ekubo’s talent, charisma, and professionalism made him one of the most admired faces in African cinema. “Alex Ekubo was not just an actor but a cultural ambassador who used his craft to project African creativity to the world. His…

May

15

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Aba Commercial Smart City Deepens Global Partnership Drive As Osita Offor Hosts Romanian Investors

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The Director of Aba Commercial Smart City (ACSC), Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor “De Ultimate Commander” (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom), yesterday welcomed a delegation of financial and technical partners from Romania during a strategic meeting held in Abuja. The high-level engagement focused on strengthening international collaboration towards the successful development and implementation of the Aba Commercial Smart City project, a transformative initiative designed to reposition Aba as a modern commercial, industrial, and technology-driven economic hub in Nigeria and West Africa. Speaking during the meeting, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor reaffirmed the commitment of the ACSC leadership to attracting credible global…

May

15

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia South 2027: Onyeizu Breaks Silence with Emotional Message to Supporters

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Chinedu Onyeizu, Opinion, Politics

My dear brothers and sisters of Abia South Senatorial District, Over the past two days, I have received countless phone calls, messages, prayers, tears, and words of encouragement from supporters, friends, associates, women, youths, and party faithful across our Senatorial District following my withdrawal from the Abia South Senatorial race in obedience to the directive of our great party. Honestly, this has been one of the most difficult moments of my political journey and personal life. Like every human being with dreams and aspirations, over these years, I had tirelessly poured my heart, strength, time, and commitment into this ambition,…

May

15

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Dr. Martina Clarifies Position, Says Respect For Stakeholders Should Not Be Mistaken For Withdrawal

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, PoliticsAbia State, Nigeria, Politics

Frontline APC House of Representatives aspirant for Ikwuano/Umuahia North/Umuahia South Federal Constituency, Dr. Martina Otu (Akajiaku), has clarified her position amid ongoing political discussions surrounding zoning and consensus arrangements within the party. According to her, choosing to respect the collective decision and sentiments of party stakeholders should not be interpreted as stepping down or withdrawing from the race. Dr. Martina maintained that there is a clear difference between showing loyalty and respect to party leadership and officially exiting an electoral contest, stressing that any genuine stepdown arrangement must be transparent, properly negotiated, and structurally defined to protect the interests of…

May

14

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Breaking News: First Ever World Kolokun (Goat Chasing Competition) Debuts In Ondo State

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▪︎ The Convener of Asun Carnival 2026, Tourism Icon, Otunba Olawanle Akinboboye commends female winner of The First Ever World Kolokun (goat chasing competition). The First Ever World Kolokun (goat chasing competition), made its debut on May 2nd, 2026 in the heart of Ondo State, Nigeria at the Ondo State Sports Stadium.The event was one of the major features of the annual Asun Carnival which takes place in Ondo State. Founded by Tourism Icon and visionary, Otunba Dr. Chief Olawanle Akinboboye, Kolokun (the goat chasing competition) is a sports created to engage and empower youths in the world, while at…