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250 Igbo Leaders in Exile: Why It’s Time to Return Home—Ohanaeze Appeals to Igbo Stakeholders

250 Igbo Leaders in Exile: Why It’s Time to Return Home—Ohanaeze Appeals to Igbo Stakeholders

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE - 25th January 2026 The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, finds itself duty-bound by an unwavering commitment to the patrimony of our people and our shared heritage. With deep respect and sincerity, we muster the fortitude to extend a heartfelt plea to esteemed Igbo elder statesmen and distinguished leaders currently residing in exile, particularly those above the customary retirement age of 65 to 70 years. We respectfully beseech these luminaries, now scattered across the globe, to consider returning to their roots in 2026. Your return will fortify ongoing efforts aimed at reconstructing our beleaguered Igbo…
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Amb. Osita Offor Commends Masters Energy Group Chairman, Dr. Uche Ogah for Transforming Onuaku Uturu into a Manufacturing Hub in Abia State

Amb. Osita Offor Commends Masters Energy Group Chairman, Dr. Uche Ogah for Transforming Onuaku Uturu into a Manufacturing Hub in Abia State

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor – De Ultimate Commander (Ikenga Gburugburu) has once again demonstrated his unwavering support for indigenous industrial growth as he paid a strategic facility visit to Masters Energy Group of Companies, a world-class manufacturing conglomerate owned by the oil magnate, renowned industrialist extraordinaire, and globally recognized philanthropist, Dr. Uche Sampson Ogah CON, at Onuaku Uturu, Isuikwuato Local Government Area of Abia State. During the visit, the Ambassador commended Dr. Ogah for his bold vision and exceptional commitment to economic development, describing his efforts as “bringing Japan to Abia State” by converting Onuaku Uturu into a thriving manufacturing…
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Otti: The Leadership and Conviction That Rescued the Labour Party

Otti: The Leadership and Conviction That Rescued the Labour Party

By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The political journey of His Excellency, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, formally began in 2014 when he stunned many Nigerians with his decision to exit a flourishing banking career. Having risen to the pinnacle of the financial sector as a Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Governor Otti resigned to confront and change the disturbing and chequered history of governance in his dear state, Abia. Without hesitation, he declared his intention to govern Abia State. From the outset, Governor Otti demonstrated uncommon consistency, courage and conviction. In 2015 and again in 2019, his widely acknowledged…
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2027 Senate: Abia North Youth Agenda Calls on Ambassador Osita Offor to Contest

2027 Senate: Abia North Youth Agenda Calls on Ambassador Osita Offor to Contest

Umuahia, Abia State | January 2026 - PRESS RELEASE The Abia North Youth Agenda (ANYA) has called on Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor to formally declare his intention to contest the Abia North Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, citing his leadership credentials, commitment to peace, and alignment with the developmental vision of the present Abia State administration. The youth-based pressure group stated that recent political developments across Abia North indicate a growing demand for credible, people-oriented leadership capable of sustaining the new governance standards currently being experienced in Abia State. ANYA recalled that it had earlier announced its decision…
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Otti’s Agricultural Revolution: Exploring Strategic Partnership with Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority

Otti’s Agricultural Revolution: Exploring Strategic Partnership with Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority

By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The recent engagement between Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR and Senator Emmanuel Anosike-led Executive Management Committee of the Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority marks a defining moment in Abia State’s renewed drive to reposition agriculture as a central pillar of economic growth, food sufficiency and rural development. Beyond the ceremonial value of the visit, the interaction clearly reflects a shared commitment to reviving structured agriculture through strategic collaboration, effective use of data and purposeful governance. The Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority is one of Nigeria’s statutory river basin authorities established to harness water and land resources…
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