Opinion

Opinion

‎Ekpa’s’ 6-Year Imprisonment:”Ohanzee Ndigbo Lauds Ribadu, Matawalle, and CDS Musa for Landmark Victory Against Terrorism, Insecurity in Southeast‎

‎Ekpa’s’ 6-Year Imprisonment:”Ohanzee Ndigbo Lauds Ribadu, Matawalle, and CDS Musa for Landmark Victory Against Terrorism, Insecurity in Southeast‎

September 2, 2025 – The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, feels a moral obligation to express profound appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria for its unwavering commitment to addressing the security challenges in the Southeast. We commend the government for its landmark achievement, particularly the incarceration of Simon Njoku Ekpa in Finland, who received a six-year prison sentence for terrorism-related charges. ‎The Southeast region, along with the entire Igbo community, extends heartfelt gratitude to National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Minister of State for Defence Dr. Bello Matawalle, and Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa for their…
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2027: Between Politics, Ambition And Country First I.

2027: Between Politics, Ambition And Country First I.

With the flurry of politicians indicating interest to run for the high office of President come 2027, and the incumbency of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Presidency, one would expect Politicians to prioritize the call to put Country before individual politics and ambition. If we agree that the present watch has done badly, and continues to lower all known leadership bars. If we agree that Nigerians are poorer and hungrier today than before. If we agree that the present government is spending far more resources with far less impact than previous administrations. If we agree that corruption under the present administration…
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“Correct the Lopsidedness in Your Appointments by Appointing More Igbo Women into Offices” – Bishop Nwankpa

“Correct the Lopsidedness in Your Appointments by Appointing More Igbo Women into Offices” – Bishop Nwankpa

Charges Tinubu, Celebrates Igbo Women on 2025 August Meeting As Igbo women across the South-East conclude the 2025 August Meetings in their various communities, Bishop Prof Emeka Nwankpa, Convener of the South East Mandate for Good Governance (SEMGG), has hailed them for their resilience, unity, and contributions to grassroots development. In a goodwill message, the respected cleric and philanthropist described the August Meeting as a unique forum where women chart the course for community progress, conflict resolution, and social transformation. He noted that their consistent efforts have led to visible improvements in education, health, infrastructure, and youth empowerment across Igboland.…
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Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa Tasks Constituents on Voter Registration

Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa Tasks Constituents on Voter Registration

The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has called on his constituents to take advantage of the ongoing voter registration exercise by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Rep Osonwa, in a statement, described voter registration as the gateway to good governance and urged eligible voters in Arochukwu and Ohafia to ensure they get registered and collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). “Democracy works best when the people take part in the process. The first step is to register and obtain your PVC. Without it, you cannot vote, and without voting, you…
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From Decay to Renewal: Abia at 34 under Alex Otti’s Leadership

From Decay to Renewal: Abia at 34 under Alex Otti’s Leadership

By Chinedu Onyeizu As Abia State marks 34 years of existence, the story of its journey reads like a tale of hope delayed, but not denied. Created on 27th August 1991 from the old Imo State by the then military president, General Ibrahim Babangida, Abia, fondly called “God’s Own State”, was born out of the desire to give its industrious people a platform for growth, dignity, and prosperity. Over the decades, however, successive administrations, from the military era through the tenures of Orji Uzor Kalu, Theodore Ahamefule Orji, and Okezie Ikpeazu, left citizens yearning for true transformation. The dreams of…
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