Opinion

Opinion

Jul
20
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
ECK Foundations Chairman Urges Focus on Insecurity Over State Creation

ECK Foundations Chairman Urges Focus on Insecurity Over State Creation

Abia State, Column, Metro, News, Opinion, Politics, , , , ,
Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, the Bende born Billionaire and Chairman of ECK Foundations, has lent his voice to the growing call for Nigeria to prioritize national security over the creation of more states. Aligning himself with Dr. Alex Otti's sentiments, Dr. Kalu emphasized that the country's primary challenge lies in addressing insecurity, rather than debating the number of states. According to Dr. Kalu, prioritizing national security and well-being is crucial for the nation's progress and development. He noted that the pursuit of state creation, while important to some, should not overshadow the need to address pressing issues that affect the…
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Jul
20
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Abia Lawmaker Urges Regulation of Orphanage Homes to Curb Child Trafficking

Abia Lawmaker Urges Regulation of Orphanage Homes to Curb Child Trafficking

Abia State, Lifestyle, News, Opinion, Politics, , ,
The Abia State House of Assembly has been urged to regulate orphanage homes in the state to combat rising cases of child abduction, trafficking, and exploitation. The call came from Isienyi Boniface, the legislator representing Ikwuano constituency, during a plenary session where he presented a motion addressing concerns about the operations of orphanage homes. Boniface highlighted that while orphanage homes are intended to provide care and shelter for vulnerable children who are abandoned or whose families cannot support them, some facilities in Abia State are allegedly involved in child trafficking, abduction, exploitation, and emotional or psychological abuse. He attributed these…
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Jul
20
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
31 additional states will create economic burden on Nigeria – Otti

31 additional states will create economic burden on Nigeria – Otti

Abia State, News, Opinion, Politics, , , , ,
Written by Dirisu Yakubu The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that creating additional 31 States as being sought by various ethnic nationalities in the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution would pose a serious economic burden on the Nigerian state. He also described the exercise as an opportunity for Nigerians to give the country a sense of direction in the way it should be properly governed. Otti stated these on Saturday in his address at the South-East Zonal Constitution Review for Abia and Imo States held in Owerri by the House of Representatives Committee On Constitution Review. Represented…
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Jul
19
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Ndume Lauds Tinubu’s Agency Appointments, Urges More Inclusion for South-East

Ndume Lauds Tinubu’s Agency Appointments, Urges More Inclusion for South-East

News, Opinion, Politics, ,
Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has praised President Bola Tinubu for recent appointments to the boards of key federal agencies, describing them as a step toward addressing concerns in the northern region. However, the Borno South senator called on the president to ensure greater representation for the South-East in future appointments to promote national inclusivity. The new appointees, announced over the weekend, include Muhammad Babangida, son of former military Head of State Ibrahim Babangida, as Chairman of the revamped Bank of Agriculture. Other notable appointments include Lydia Kalat Musa as Chairperson of the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority, Jamilu…
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Jul
19
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
The North/South Power Rotation Sermon By Ortom According To Saint Wike. Bode George’s Political Correctness. And A Nation That Has Refused To THINK.

The North/South Power Rotation Sermon By Ortom According To Saint Wike. Bode George’s Political Correctness. And A Nation That Has Refused To THINK.

Column, News, Opinion, Politics, , , ,
If the Rotation of Power was meant to solve certain presumed injustices and to enhance inclusion and unity, why is it difficult for Political Gladiators to concentrate on asking President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be a One-Term President, afterall his section of the Country by 2027 would have ruled Nigeria for 15 years, whereas the South East has been in the saddle for only 6 months, and the South South for 5 years and a few weeks. Why aren't the gladiators truly concerned about Justice, Equity, Fairness, Inclusivity and Genuine Brotherhood? Has Power in the South West given the South…
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