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Jul

31

2026

Gov. Otti Reaffirms Commitment To South East Security As Umuahia Hosts Regional Security Summit

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Opinion, Politics, Social Issues2027, Abia State, Alex Otti, Insecurity, Opinion, Politics, Security

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has reaffirmed his administration's unwavering commitment to strengthening security across the South East, declaring that peace and stability remain the bedrock of economic growth, investment and sustainable development. Governor Otti made the declaration on Thursday, July 30, 2026, while hosting the South East Regional Security Summit 2026 at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. The summit was organised by the Federal Ministry of Defence in collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South East). Speaking on the summit's theme, "Collaborative Approaches to Strengthening Security and…

Jul

29

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU Leadership Charts New Course as President, Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu, Holds Strategic Meeting With FCT Chapter Chairmen

Amos Oge Kalu, News, Social Issues

The President of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union (RATTAWU), Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu (Magic Fingers), yesterday held a productive strategic meeting with the Chairmen of the Union's FCT Chapters to deliberate on key issues affecting the growth and future of the Union. A major highlight of the meeting which was held at the National Headquarters of the Union, was the presentation and review of the roadmap towards the RATTAWU @50 Golden Jubilee Celebration, with participants brainstorming on programmes and initiatives that will make the milestone a memorable and impactful event. The meeting also examined practical strategies for…

Jul

26

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

UAAP, ACSC President, Ambassador Offor Celebrates Chief Sir Mike Okiro at 77, Hails His Legacy of Service, Integrity and Nation Building

Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Lifestyle, News, Social Issues, Sponsored

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms), has paid glowing tribute to Chief Sir Mike Mbama Okiro, former Inspector General of Police, Chairman of the Board of the Aba Commercial Smart City (ACSC), and Founding Member of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, as he celebrates his 77th birthday. In a heartfelt goodwill message, the President of the Aba Commercial Smart City (ACSC) and President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum described Chief Okiro as one of Nigeria's most distinguished statesmen whose remarkable life has been defined…

Jul

24

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

RATTAWU Honours High Chief Tochukwu Emmanuel Ezisi With Prestigious National Award at Safe Democracy Summit in Lagos

Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, News, RATTAWU News, Social IssuesDemocracy, Lagos State, Nigeria, Prince Emeka Kalu, RATTAWU, Tochukwu Ezisi

The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union (RATTAWU) Nigeria has honoured renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, High Chief Tochukwu Emmanuel Ezisi, with its prestigious Golden Era Pillar of Logistics Excellence, Purposeful Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy and National Development Award during the Safe Democracy Summit held in Lagos. The summit, described as one of RATTAWU's most significant national engagements outside Abuja, marked the Union's first major conference in Nigeria's commercial capital and highlighted its growing commitment to national dialogue under the leadership of President, Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu. The 2026 summit attracted communication scholars, media professionals, policymakers, labour leaders, traditional rulers, civil society…

Jul

23

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Communiqué of the RATTAWU SAFE DEMOCRACY Summit, Lagos 2026

Amos Oge Kalu, News, RATTAWU News, Social IssuesRATTAWU

Theme: "Electoral Integrity in an AI Era: The Role of Responsible Media and Culture in Safeguarding Democracy" NEED: Background As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 General Elections, stakeholders have expressed growing concern over the increasing threat posed by the misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to electoral integrity. The proliferation of AI-generated misinformation, disinformation, deepfakes, and other forms of manipulated content has the potential to distort facts, mislead voters, erode public trust, and undermine the credibility of the electoral process. In response to these emerging challenges, the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) convened the SAFE DEMOCRACY…