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Sep

19

2025

Nkporo Ubibia, Bende, Welcomes ECK Ladies’ Inauguration With Joy

Abia State, News, Politics, Social Issues2027, Emeka Kalu, Politics

Ubibia, Nigeria - September 18, 2025 The town of Nkporo Ubibia was abuzz yesterday as the E.C.K. Ladies Ubibia branch was officially inaugurated under the esteemed patronage of Chief Njoku Usim, who represented Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu, President of the E.C.K. Foundation Worldwide. The E.C.K. Foundation Ladies Bende branch, led by Mrs. Oluomachi Chijioke, received a warm welcome from Elder Peter Otuu and Mr. Alexander Oparaku. Mr. Oparaku shared a heartfelt story about his long-standing friendship with Chief Kalu, dating back to their secondary school days. He expressed deep gratitude to God for the blessings that had brought him…

Sep

17

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Benue Governor’s Aide, Atu Terver, Abducted by Unknown Gunmen

Current Events, News, Politics, Social IssuesBenue State, Crime, Kidnappers, Kidnapping

Atu Terver, who serves as the Principal Special Assistant on Youth and Media Mobilization to the Governor of Benue State, has reportedly been kidnapped by unidentified assailants. Terver, popularly known as Krayzeetee, was allegedly taken by force late Tuesday, sparking concerns among family, friends, and colleagues. The incident came to light after Terver’s wife made an emotional appeal on social media. She disclosed that she had received a panicked phone call from her husband, during which he told her, “I have been abducted, call mummy.” Following this distressing message, further attempts to reach Terver’s phone were unsuccessful, raising fears for…

Sep

17

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gov. Otti Assures Of Working With Federal Government To Reduce Proliferation Of Arms And Weapons.

Abia State, Metro, News, Politics, Social IssuesAbia State, Alex Otti, Insecurity, Politics, Security

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured that he will continue to work with the relevant Federal Government Agencies to reduce the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the country. Governor Otti gave this assurance while receiving in audience, a delegation of the new South East Zonal Director of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons led by Captain Chris Anusiem, who called on him at his office. He said that almost all crimes are committed with small arms and light weapons and stressed the need to reduce it if not…

Sep

14

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia Diaspora Commission Seeks Stronger Collaboration With German Embassy for Citizens’ Welfare

Abia State, News, Politics, Social IssuesAbia State, Politics, Rev. Annie Onu

The Executive Secretary and CEO of the Abia State Diaspora Commission, Rev. Amb. Annie Onu, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to working closely with the German Embassy to protect and promote the interests of Abians residing in Germany. During a courtesy visit to the German Embassy in Abuja, Rev. Onu, accompanied by senior Commission officials, emphasized that this engagement is part of broader efforts to enhance Abia State’s global image, particularly under the leadership of Governor Otti. She noted that the initiative is designed to help Abians living abroad remain compliant with local laws, receive adequate support and representation, and…

Sep

14

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

NIDCOM Hails Abia as First State to Establish Functional Diaspora Commission, Applauds Otti’s Reforms

Abia State, Cultural Heritage, News, Politics, Social IssuesAbia State, Alex Otti, Diaspora, Rev. Annie Onu

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has praised Abia State for being the first to establish a functioning Diaspora Commission. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman of NIDCOM, expressed this commendation during a debriefing session at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. There, senior officials from the Abia State Diaspora Commission, led by Executive Secretary/CEO Amb. Rev. Annie Onu, were formally welcomed and briefed on their responsibilities. Engr. Dr. Sule Bassi, the Commission’s Secretary, represented NIDCOM and commended Governor Alex Otti for the ongoing transformation in Abia State. He noted that Otti’s bold reforms position the state for sustainable growth and development.…