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Oct

10

2025

Credit Must Be Given to Whom It Is Due: President Tinubu Deserves Recognition for Increased Funding to States

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

By Hon. Dame Blessing Nwagba, PhD During the recent commissioning of some projects in Abia State, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, made a statement that has since sparked debate across various political and media circles. He rightly acknowledged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for making funds available to the states, funds that have enabled many of them, including Abia, to embark on impactful development projects. The Deputy Speaker’s assertion aligns perfectly with the message I delivered at the Ogbako Umunwanyi Igbo Worldwide 2025 August Meeting, held under the auspices of Igbo daughters in the…

Oct

09

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Meet Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, the Newly Nominated INEC Chairman

Current Events, News, PoliticsINEC, Nigeria, Politics

The National Council of State has approved Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, a renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), as the nominee for the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Here are the key facts about the incoming INEC Chairman: Professor Amupitan is a distinguished academic and lawyer with an impressive background. Born in April 1967 in Aiyetoro-Gbede, Kogi State, he has risen through the ranks to become a respected figure in his field. He graduated top of his class at the University of Jos, winning the prestigious Richard Akinjide Prize. Early Life and Education Professor Amupitan's academic…

Oct

09

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Atiku Supports Sowore’s Campaign for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

Current Events, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAtiku Abubakar, Freedom, Metro, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu, Omoyele Sowore, Politics

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for the immediate release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra. He described Kanu's continued detention as a “stain on Nigeria’s belief in the rule of law.” Atiku expressed his views in a post shared on his X account on Thursday, expressing full support for the campaign launched by human rights activist and former African Action Congress presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, demanding Kanu’s release. He stated, “The continued detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu is an open sore on our nation’s conscience and a stain on our belief in…

Oct

09

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Femi Falana Extols Gov. Otti’s Achievements, Calls For Political Solution To Nnamdi Kanu’s Case

Abia State, Current Events, News, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Femi Falana

Lagos-based human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has extolled the various achievements of Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti within 2 years and a few months in office. The learned silk, Mr. Falana spoke in an interview with journalists on Wednesday, October 8th, when he called on Governor Alex Otti in his Office, as he was in Abia State for a court case coming up in the State. Mr. Falana, who said that he is familiar with the affairs of Abia state since 1999, appreciated the good roads, schools, hospitals and other giant strides of Governor Alex Otti in the…

Oct

08

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Dr Emeka Kalu’s Declaration for Labour Party: A Win For Abia North’s Progress, Governance

Abia State, News, Politics, SponsoredAbia North, Abia State, Emeka Kalu, Labour Party, Politics

Chief (Dr.) Emeka Charles Kalu, the renowned Bende Billionaire and Chairman of E.C.K Foundations Worldwide, has officially declared his move to offiicially join Labour Party from where he will launch his Senatorial project. The official event will take place on December 30, 2025, in his hometown of Amaogwu Village, Bende Town, by 12:00pm. All E.C.K Structures are expected to attend. This strategic move signals the beginning of a new wave of progressive leadership and effective governance for Abia North. Known for his philanthropic efforts and visionary approach to leadership and good governance, his entry into partisan politics is viewed as…