Opinion Archives - Page 57 of 294

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2026

High Chief Engr. Joseph Umunna (Onwa): A Movement of Hope, A Leader We Can Believe In

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, ADC, Chief Joseph Umunna (Onwa), Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The people of Abia North Senatorial Zone stand at a critical crossroads, where the need for visionary leadership has never been greater. In this pivotal moment, one leader has emerged with a clear mission: to bring transformative change, foster unity, and create opportunities for all. High Chief Engr. Joseph Umunna (Onwa) is more than a name; he is a movement of hope, a symbol of integrity, and a catalyst for progress. Leadership is not just about holding office—it’s about inspiring confidence, making bold decisions, and serving the people with dedication. High Chief Engr. Joseph Umunna embodies these qualities. With years…

Mar

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Imagine an Abia South with Chinedu Onyeizu As Senator

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

Imagine an Abia South where the rhythm of development beats in harmony, from the Government House in Umuahia to the industrious streets of Aba, down to the oil-bearing communities of Ukwa. Imagine a district where federal representation is not at odds with state leadership, but in perfect alignment. That is the Abia South that could have emerged if Chinedu Onyeizu had taken his place in the Senate in 2023, working hand in hand with Governor Alex Otti. In 2023, the people of Abia State made a bold statement by entrusting governance to a reform-driven leadership under Governor Otti. That same…

Mar

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Otti And New Aba In New Abia – By Casmir Echebiri

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Metro, Opinion

There has always been this debate concerning the roles leadership and followership play in building societies. While some argue that leadership is the major influencer of change, others hold that change comes from the interplay of the two. Obviously, these standpoints meritorious. Only when leaders and those they are leading work together does true development happen. However, judging from historical experiences, and realities on ground world over today, societies building process is almost always majorly driven by leadership. It was leadership not followership that ended the obnoxious and centuries old slave trade. Before Abraham Lincoln's election in 1860 as the…

Mar

18

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Onyeizu: The Abia South Senator We Never Had, As Another Chance Beckons

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Labour Party, Onyeka Onwenu, Politics

By Emmanuel Bonaventure Agbai In the build-up to the 2023 general elections, a political wave swept across Abia State, a wave powered by hope, reform, and the collective resolve of the people to chart a new course. The people voted overwhelmingly for candidates of the Labour Party at all levels, signalling a clear rejection of the old order. Among those who rode on that wave of popular mandate was Engr. Chinedu Onyeizu, an MIT Sloan Fellow and Harvard-trained technocrat whose pedigree inspired confidence across Abia South. A seasoned petroleum engineer, Onyeizu brought with him a wealth of experience from his…

Mar

17

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Our Response To Opposition Is More Work – Governor Otti; As Influential APC Chieftain, Uche Ogah Reaffirms 2027 Support For Him.

Abia State, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Nigeria, Politics

Abia State Governor Dr Alex Otti, OFR, says that his administration’s response to the opposition is more work, stating that for the first time, Abia people have taken over the government. Governor Otti stated this on Saturday, March 14th, at Annunco Secondary School, Isiukwuato, during a grand civic reception organised by the Isiukwuato Local Government Council in honour of the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of the State, Barr. Ikechukwu Uwanna, SAN, who was recently elevated to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). Governor Otti began his speech by thanking God for the elevation of Barr. Uwanna to…