2027 Archives - Page 38 of 91

May

04

2026

You Can’t Beat BAT, Divided And Disunited… I.

Column, Opinion, Politics2027, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Chris Nwaokobia, Next Level, Nwaokobia Jnr, Opinion, Politics

I was going to begin a new series called ATIKU: NOW IS THE TIME TO PUT COUNTRYFIRST before the new wave of defections over the weekend from the African Democratic Congress ADC to the National Democratic Congress NDC compelled this detour. My concern is not so much about partisanship, nor about anybody's place in the politricks of 2027, it is more about the lot of the Nigerian people. Sadly, to the All Progressive Congress APC and the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Presidency the masses do not matter… I truly hope we matter to the leaders of the opposition. I pray we…

May

04

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

When a Political Opportunist Becomes Politically Homeless: The Case of Senator Abaribe

Abia State, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Enyinnaya Abaribe, Politics

The ground is shifting fast. For Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, the old playbook of political survival is suddenly failing. With alliances collapsing and loyalties in flux, he now finds himself stranded in a system he once navigated with ease. His dilemma is as stark as it is telling. Does he run to the Labour Party and seek cover under Governor Alex Otti, hoping for a lifeline? Or does he follow Peter Obi into the uncertain promise of the NDC, where nothing is guaranteed? For a man long accustomed to political relevance, this is an unfamiliar territory. The safety nets are thinning,…

May

04

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

2027: Chief Joseph Umunna (Onwa) A Candidate To Beat In Abia North Senatorial Race

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia North, Abia State, Chief Joseph Umunna (Onwa), Opinion, Politics

As political permutations ahead of the 2027 general elections continues to take shape, Chief Joseph Umunna, popularly known as Onwa, is fast emerging as one of the strongest contenders in the race for the Abia North Senatorial seat. Though the contest is still unfolding, political observers and grassroots stakeholders increasingly regard Umunna as a candidate to beat, citing his growing popularity and longstanding connection with the people across the zone. Widely known for his accessibility and community-driven initiatives, Onwa has built a reputation that transcends partisan lines. His consistent engagement with youths, women, and local leaders has continued to strengthen…

May

04

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ikwuano/Umuahia Constituency: Umuahia South Deserves Next Reps Seat – Equity, Zoning Debate Deepens

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Ikwuano LGA, Metro, Politics, Umuahia North

"Tension is rising in Abia State as the battle for the Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency seat intensifies ahead of party primaries. At the center of the debate is a critical question of equity: should Umuahia South finally take its turn, or will political interests override the long-standing zoning arrangement? The answer could shape not just representation—but the future of party unity in the constituency." "Question: Who should produce the next representative in Ikwuano/Umuahia Constituency?Answer: Based on the long-standing zoning arrangement, Umuahia South is expected to produce the next representative to ensure fairness, balance, and equitable power rotation among the constituent areas."…

May

03

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abaribe: Clinching Realignment to Cover Failure

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia South, Abia State, Enyinnaya Abaribe, Politics

"Across Abia South, the frustration is growing louder. After nearly twenty years, expectations remain unmet, promises unfulfilled, and impact largely invisible." In every election cycle, a familiar pattern emerges - politicians who have outlived their relevance suddenly rediscover strategy, not service. When performance fails, survival instincts take over. They latch onto movements, ride waves they did not create, and attempt to rewrite their political story in real time. Few illustrate this pattern more clearly than Enyinnaya Abaribe. After over two decades in the Senate, the question across Abia South remains unsettling: what exactly has changed after over twenty years? What…