Abia State Archives - Page 20 of 324

Oct

08

2026

Vote Karibe Ojigwe; The Man That Can Transform Bende With Peace That Produces Prosperity

Abia State, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Opinion, Paschal Karibe Ojigwe, Politics

*Written by Amb. Monyeazor Oluebube Sunday (A public affairs analysis) Ndi Bende ibem good evening to you all. As you are reading this article this evening, kindly know that no matter your political affiliation, Bende is one big family. From Igbere to Item. From Alayi to Ozuitem. From Itumbuzo to Ezeukwu. From Bende town to Uzuakoli, from Umunnato to Ikwuisi. We are brothers and sisters, united by blood, by land, and by destiny. I want you to know that election will come and go but Ala Bende will remain. For sometime now, politics has tried to divide us. Village against…

Oct

08

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia North Seat: Why I’m More Qualified Than Orji Kalu – Nkole

Abia State, Column, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia North, Abia State, Next Level, Opinion, Politics, Rt. Hon. Uko Nkole

By Chibuike Chukwu Hon. Uko Nkole, a member of the House of Representatives between 2015 and 2023 for Arochukwu/ Ohafia Federal Constituency of Abia State, is the Abia North senatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), ahead of the 2027 elections. He speaks to CHIBUIKE CHUKWU on a number of issues, stating why he is more qualified to lead the senatorial district ahead of the incumbent Orji Uzor Kalu, among other issues. Excerpts: You recently urged the incumbent senator for Abia North, Orji Uzor kalu, to retire and pursue presidency. What informed your call? It’s not out of any…

Oct

07

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohafia South 2027: Why Chidi Igwe Ukah Says Representation Must Come Closer To The People

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Chidi Igwe Ukah, Nigeria, Ohafia, Politics

In Ohafia South State Constituency, the 2027 election is bringing representation back to the centre of the political conversation. For Chidi Igwe Ukah, representing the constituency means more than attending sittings at the Abia State House of Assembly. It means knowing what people in the communities are dealing with and making those issues part of the work of the Assembly. A representative is expected to speak for the people, follow up on issues affecting the constituency and remain accessible to the people who gave the mandate. That is the standard Chidi Igwe Ukah is taking to the 2027 contest. His…

Oct

07

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

OTTIMANIA President Osita Offor Celebrates Labour Party Chairman Peter Azubuike At Birthday

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Birthday, Lifestyle, Politics

By Comr. Amos Oge Kalu President of the OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburuguru of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms), has celebrated the Abia State Labour Party Chairman, Hon. Peter Azubuike, on his birthday. Offor described Azubuike as a committed member of OTTIMANIA and acknowledged his role in strengthening the Labour Party across Abia State. The OTTIMANIA President said Azubuike’s work as State Chairman has been marked by grassroots mobilisation, coordination of party structures and efforts to maintain cohesion among party leaders and members across the 17 local government areas. He also recognised Azubuike’s…

Oct

07

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Emetu Mourns Ebem Ujuruzie Paramount Ruler, Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionAbia State, Metro, Ohafia

By Comr. Amos Oge Kalu Abia State Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, has mourned the death of the Paramount Ruler of Ebem Ujuruzie Ancient Kingdom, His Royal Highness, Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha, JP, Ezieogo, who died on September 26, 2026, at the age of 89. In a statement signed by the Deputy Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Cyril Chukwudi Eke Mba, on October 5, Emetu described the late monarch’s death as a significant loss to Ebem Ujuruzie, recalling his long service on the traditional stool and his role in the affairs of the community. The Deputy Governor said the…