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Apr

13

2026

Onyeizu for Senate: The Strategic Choice Labour Party Cannot Ignore

Abia State, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia South, Abia State, Politics

In the quest to win Abia South and deliver real representation, the Labour Party must look beyond sentiments and embrace strength, structure, and credibility, qualities that Engr. Chinedu Onyeizu embodies effortlessly. Onyeizu is not just an aspirant; he is a movement, one deeply rooted at the grassroots, widely accepted across the zones, and equipped with the capacity to mobilise, unite, and win. His track record of leadership, youth engagement, and development-driven vision places him miles ahead in the race. At a time when the party needs a candidate who can convert popularity into victory, Onyeizu stands out as the bridge…

Apr

03

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Chinedu Onyeizu: The Man Ready to Change the Story of Abia South!!!

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia South, Abia State, Onyeka Onwenu, Opinion, Politics

For years, the story of Abia South Senatorial Zone has followed a familiar pattern, which involves making promises, raising people's hopes, and leaving their expectations hanging. The people have waited, endured, and believed, yet the gap between leadership and reality keeps growing wider. But something is changing.A new kind of hope is emerging. Not the kind built on empty words, but one rooted in capacity, vision, and genuine connection to the people. Chinedu Onyeizu is not just stepping into the political space, but he is stepping forward with purpose. He understands the everyday struggles because he has lived them. He…

Mar

31

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Dede Lowa: Abia South Rallies Against Abaribe’s Senate Return With Branded T-shirt

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

As the 2027 election cycle draws nearer, political momentum is already building across Abia South Senatorial District, with a growing wave of constituents voicing strong opposition to the return of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe to the National Assembly. In a bold and symbolic move, concerned stakeholders and grassroots supporters have launched a branded campaign T-shirt bearing the inscription “Dede Lowa”— an Igbo expression meaning “elder brother, come back". The message, while culturally respectful in tone, carries a pointed political undertone: a call for the long-serving senator to step aside after nearly two decades in office. According to organisers of the campaign,…

Mar

27

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia State on the Rise: A New Era of Progress Sparks Hope for Abia South

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia South, Abia State, Chinedu Onyeizu

I won’t lie!Something about Abia State feels different these days, and it’s actually refreshing. There was a time when cities like Aba and Umuahia were always mentioned for the wrong reasons. Dirt, poor sanitation, bad roads. It became so normal that people just got used to it and stopped expecting better. Honestly, hope was low. But now, you can clearly see a change. The environment looks cleaner, things seem more organized, and people are beginning to talk about Abia for positive reasons again. Whether you live there or you’re just visiting, the difference is hard to ignore. The current administration…

Mar

21

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia South is Not One Man’s Property – By Emmanuel Bonaventure Agbai

Abia State, Column, News, Politics2027, Abia South, Abia State, Onyeka Onwenu, Opinion, Politics

Let’s be clear: the Senate seat for Abia South belongs to us the people, not just one politician. Democracy isn't supposed to be a cosy retirement plan for those in power. It’s meant to make life better for us, the citizens. However, when one person stays in office for so long that the election feels like a formality, and suggesting a change is treated as an insult, we have a significant problem. Enyinnaya Abaribe has been our Senator for a long time. There’s nothing wrong with longevity, but when that longevity doesn’t translate into real, visible improvements for us, it's…