Opinion Archives - Page 23 of 307

Aug

11

2026

Osun election – AMBOTIKAYODE – By Adeola Ojo

News, Opinion, Politics

In the theatre of Nigerian politics, state elections are frequently reduced to a noisy clash of transient populist symbols. Yet, beneath the clamour of campaign rallies and rhetorical posturing, a more profound transformation is always quietly afoot. Osun State - a land defined by an illustrious intellectual heritage, deeply entrenched historical consciousness, and a discerning, critical electorate - stands today at a crucial crossroads. As the electoral clock ticks towards Saturday, August 15, 2026, the discourse transcends mere political party labels. It has morphed into a deeper, more analytical quest for structural competence, fiscal resilience, and administrative coherence. Enter the…

Aug

11

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohafia Youth Leaders, And New National Youth Exco Rally Behind Uko Nkole, Peter Obi

Abia State, News, Opinion

OHAFIA — Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for the Abia North Senatorial District, has received renewed expressions of solidarity and support from key youth stakeholders in Ohafia, with the groups also reaffirming their commitment to the presidential aspiration of Mr. Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general elections. The separate engagements, which brought Hon. Nkole into interaction with Ohafia 26 communities youth leaders and the newly constituted Ohafia National Youth Leadership, provided an opportunity for the groups to congratulate him on his emergence as the NDC senatorial candidate and present their expectations for effective…

Aug

10

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Vision for Good Governance Endorses Ibe Okwara Osonwa for Second Tenure, Reaffirms Confidence in His Representation

Abia State, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics

Vision for Good Governance, led by Hon. Iroha Ndukwe, popularly known as Ezie Ikori, has paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member representing the Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, and endorsed him for a second tenure in office. The visit provided an opportunity for the group to engage the lawmaker on issues concerning good governance, effective constituency representation, youth empowerment, employment opportunities and the welfare of the people of Arochukwu and Ohafia. During the interactive session, members of the group sought to know Hon. Ibe Okwara’s major priorities for the remainder of his current…

Aug

09

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU Mobilises For Minister Mohammed Idris’ Umuahia Visit, As Prince Emeka Kalu Leads Memorable Reception

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Opinion, RATTAWU News2027, Abia State, RATTAWU

https://youtu.be/7pjbVIPTRmk?si=LLLYL-R7LGXuGmCk The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) on penultimate Sunday made a strong statement of unity and organisation as its members turned out in impressive numbers to receive the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris Malagi, during his working visit to Umuahia, Abia State. The Minister was received by the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, while the RATTAWU delegation brought significant colour and visibility to the official engagement. The reception was led by the union’s President, Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu, popularly known as “Magic Fingers,” whose Golden Era…

Aug

09

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

2027: Uko Nkole Begins Abia North Consultation, Receives Royal And Spiritual Blessings Across Ohafia, Abiriba, Nkporo

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia North, Abia State, Opinion, Politics, Rt. Hon. Uko Nkole

…Reaffirms Commitment To Effective Representation, Completion Of Projects Facilitated During 8th And 9th NASS The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, represented by the party’s candidate for Abia North Senatorial District, Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole, has officially commenced his consultation tour across the senatorial district ahead of the 2027 general election, receiving royal blessings and goodwill from traditional rulers in Ohafia, Abiriba and Nkporo. Rt. Hon. Nkole, immediate past member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, began the consultation as part of his wider engagement with traditional institutions, community leaders, religious leaders, women,…