Abia State

Emeka Kalu Condemns Elites Opposed to Nnamdi Kanu’s Release: Calls Nigeria’s Legal System to Uphold Integrity

Emeka Kalu Condemns Elites Opposed to Nnamdi Kanu’s Release: Calls Nigeria’s Legal System to Uphold Integrity

The case of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is a significant test for justice, fairness, and the integrity of Nigeria’s legal system. His prolonged detention and extended trial have become emblematic of the challenges facing Nigeria’s courts, where political interests often overshadow the principles of due process and human rights. Chief Dr Emeka Kalu, a respected politician and US-based business tycoon, has expressed deep concern over the opposition to Kanu’s release, pointing out that it is largely driven by politicians and businessmen who lack genuine support among the masses. According to Dr Kalu, those…
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Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa celebrates with people of Ohafia at the 2025 Iri-Ji Ohamoha Ohafia New Yam Festival.

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa celebrates with people of Ohafia at the 2025 Iri-Ji Ohamoha Ohafia New Yam Festival.

The Federal House Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, joined the Udumeze Ohafia and other dignitaries to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Ohafia people at this year’s Iri-Ji Ohamoha New Yam Festival. Held at the Ohafia Central School Field, the event brought together notable figures including His Excellency, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, Deputy Governor of Abia State; Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA; Hon. Kalu Mba Nwoke, Member representing Ohafia South at the Abia State House of Assembly; and Chief David Ogba (Bourdex), among others. Hon. Okwara commended the organizers for preserving…
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Gov. Otti Flags Off Reconstruction Of Umuahia – Ikot-Ekpene Road, Says No Dichotomy In Fixing Roads.

Gov. Otti Flags Off Reconstruction Of Umuahia – Ikot-Ekpene Road, Says No Dichotomy In Fixing Roads.

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has flagged off the reconstruction of the long abandoned 25 kilometres Umuahia–Ikot Ekpene Road with assurance that the work will be completed within 18 months. Speaking while flagging-off the project on Friday, at Umuahia Timber Market, Governor Alex Otti described the project as an end to the age long nightmare of motorists and communities along that corridor . The Governor who titled his speech, ‘The End of a Nightmare",  said that the project symbolises his administration’s commitment to reversing years of infrastructural decay and noted that his administration’s focus on road infrastructure…
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Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Recaps An Eventful Week At The National Assembly

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Recaps An Eventful Week At The National Assembly

This week at the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, actively championed the interests of his constituents through legislative and humanitarian engagements. In plenary, Hon. Osonwa presented a petition on behalf of Chief Steve Ochoma, ensuring that his concerns are formally documented and addressed through the appropriate legislative process. He also moved a motion of urgent public importance highlighting the deteriorating conduct at stop-and-search checkpoints across the South East and South South regions. The lawmaker expressed concern over the presence of security officers who are improperly dressed or lack visible identification and rank tags…
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Abia North Deserves Fresh Voices — Emeka Kalu Rebukes Orji Uzor Kalu’s ‘Ownership’ Claim as Outdated

Abia North Deserves Fresh Voices — Emeka Kalu Rebukes Orji Uzor Kalu’s ‘Ownership’ Claim as Outdated

I want to address the recent statement made by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, in which he claimed that the Abia North Senate seat belongs to him until he has completed his term. Such a statement, coming from a former governor and current senator, is not only undemocratic but also disrespectful to the collective will of the people of Abia North, who have the constitutional right to freely elect their representatives. Let it be clear: no individual owns a democratic seat in Nigeria. The Senate seat for Abia North belongs to the people, not to any individual, family, or political dynasty.…
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