Opinion Archives - Page 44 of 294

Apr

11

2026

Umahi: No Igbo Should Cast Aspersions on Igbo Leaders – Ohanaeze Warns WinHomes CEO

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsDave Umahi, Opinion, Politics

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE: 11th April 2026 The apex Igbo socio-cultural body, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has issued an unequivocal warning to all Igbos, urging them to desist from casting aspersions or engaging in campaigns of calumny against Igbo political leaders, particularly the Honorable Minister of Works, Senator Dave Nweze Umahi. The organization has expressed grave concern over the recent and disturbing patterns of deliberate attacks against Igbo leaders, which are not only unnecessary but deeply regrettable. Ohanaeze Ndigbo, after a thorough investigation and careful consideration of the facts, concluded that these attacks are orchestrated efforts aimed at undermining the collective…

Apr

11

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

The Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency and Otti’s 2027 Journey

Abia State, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Alex Otti, Politics

By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The grand civic reception held at the Umuahia Township Stadium in honour of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, on Friday, April 10, 2026, conveyed a powerful political statement shaped by performance, perception, and public sentiment. The sheer scale of attendance and the unanimity of voices across political, professional, religious, and community lines underscored a defining reality that Governor Otti’s nearly three years in office have crystallized into a governance record that is not only visible and measurable but increasingly difficult to contest. From infrastructure renewal to institutional reforms, the administration’s footprint reflects a leader who came…

Apr

11

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

2027 Abia PDP Governorship Primaries: Equity Demands That It’s the Turn of Ohafia – Abia North PDP Group.

Abia State, News, Opinion, Politics

A PDP group from Abia North Senatorial District, Abia North PDP Youth for Equity and Justice (ANYEF) has called on the leadership of the peoples Democratic party (PDP) in Abia State to find it worthy to zone her Governorship ticket to Ohafia LGA, the LGA is the largest in terms of population in the senatorial district. In a communique issued at the end of her meeting held in Umuahia, the state capital, the group noted that at this point in time that the party is no longer in power and struggling for survival, having lost the last election it is…

Apr

10

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia JUSUN and the Need to Imbibe the Spirit of Transparency and Patriotism

Abia State, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Politics

By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Abia State chapter, is once again in the spotlight. This time, it has embarked on a strike over the alleged non-payment of leave allowance, a development that has disrupted judicial activities and raised fresh concerns among stakeholders. The action, driven by the union’s leadership in the state, brings to the fore critical questions about accountability, transparency and the shared responsibility required to sustain progress in the public service. At a press briefing held at Government House, Umuahia, the Abia State Government, through the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice,…

Apr

09

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

City Boy Movement Partner Onyebuchi Backs Tinubu 2027 Reelection, Leaves Isiukwuato Coordinator Selection to Grassroots

Abia State, Opinion, Politics

A key stakeholder of the City Boy Movement in Abia State, Iroham Kenneth Onyebuchi, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the ideals of the movement and the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a public statement addressed to the National, Regional, and State leadership of the movement, Onyebuchi emphasized his continued dedication to supporting the administration of President Tinubu, noting that he remains fully committed to contributing to the success of the movement through all available means. He, however, explained that due to his current engagements, which frequently require his presence outside Nigeria,…