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2026

Nigeria @66: Hon. Pascal Karibe Ojigwe Felicitates With Nde Bende, Promises To Attract Quality Projects If Elected

Abia State, News, Opinion, Politics, Social Issues2027, Abia State, Politics

Bende, Abia State - October 1, 2026 As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Bende Federal Constituency, Hon. Pascal Karibe Ojigwe, has felicitated with Ndi Bende and all Nigerians, describing the anniversary as a moment of reflection, unity and renewed hope. In his Independence Day message to the people of Bende, Hon. Karibe, a former Super Eagles star and former Commissioner for Sports in Abia State, congratulated Nigerians for their resilience and patriotism over 66 years of nationhood, while urging Ndi Bende to remain steadfast, united and optimistic about the future. On his…

Oct

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigeria At 66, Osita Offor Calls For National Unity, Intentional Development

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Opinion, Politics

By Comr Amos Oge Kalu President of the OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement, Ambassador Dr Osita Offor, “De Ultimate Commander,” has urged Nigerians to make national unity and intentional development central to the country’s next phase as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary. Offor, the Ikenga Gburuguru of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms, said Nigeria’s greatest strength lies in its people and diversity, urging citizens to resist divisions that undermine collective progress. He called for greater resilience from Nigerians and more deliberate action from leaders, particularly in areas such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, employment, enterprise and human capital development. According to him,…

Oct

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia North: Ohafia youths reject Orji Kalu’s 3rd term ambition, disown “IPOB enclave” label as D’Gov., Emetu rallies Support For LP

Abia State, News, Ohafia, Politics2027, Abia State, Ikechukwu Emetu, Ohafia, Orji Uzor Kalu, Politics

A major political shift is underway across Abia North Senatorial District as youth leaders representing the three ancestral clans of Ohafia Local Government Area—Abiriba, Nkporo, and Ohafia—have formally rejected the third-term senatorial ambition of incumbent Senator Orji Uzor Kalu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The youths, who also strongly disowned and condemned recurring narratives labeling Ohafia as an "IPOB enclave," made their position public during a massive solidarity visit to the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, in his office at Government House, Umuahia. Receiving the delegation on behalf of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, Deputy…

Oct

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigeria At 66: Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Celebrates The Resilience Of Nigerians

Abia State, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Nigeria, Politics

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, has congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on the 66th anniversary of the nation's independence. Hon. Osonwa said that 66 years ago, our founding fathers chose to build one nation out of many peoples, and that the choice has been tested many times and has held. He acknowledged that the country still faces serious challenges, especially insecurity and the lack of opportunities for young people. He said Nigeria is more than her challenges, and that her true strength lies in ordinary citizens who get up every morning and keep going. "Nigeria…

Oct

01

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Emetu Celebrates Abians, Nigerians At 66, Says Diversity Is Nigeria’s Greatest Asset

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Ohafia, Politics2027, Abia State, Ikechukwu Emetu, Politics

As Nigerians mark the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary today, October 1, 2026, Abia State Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, has called for renewed patriotism, unity and collective commitment to building a better Nigeria. Emetu, in his Independence Day message made available by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Cyril Chukwudi Eke Mba, reflected on Nigeria’s journey since independence in 1960, acknowledging the sacrifices of the nation’s founding fathers and the resilience of Nigerians through the years. The Deputy Governor said Nigeria’s diversity remains one of the country’s greatest assets, urging citizens to see their ethnic, religious and political differences as…