Abia State Archives - Page 26 of 325

Sep

27

2026

Chidi Igwe Ukah: Four Reasons Ohafia Is Rooting For Him

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Support for Chidi Igwe Ukah is being linked to four key qualities: his philanthropy, grassroots connection, fresh political identity and commitment to Christian values. 1. A Philanthropist With A Heart For The People Chidi Igwe Ukah has built a reputation around supporting individuals, families, youths, churches and communities through his personal initiatives. For his supporters, his philanthropy reflects a practical commitment to helping people and giving back to society. 2. A Grassroots Leader Who Understands His People Ukah is presented by his supporters as an accessible leader with strong grassroots connections. His familiarity with the concerns of ordinary citizens, they…

Sep

27

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Joins Ebem Ohafia For 2026 Iri Ji/Igba Ekpe Festival

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The Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, joined the people of Ebem Ohafia Ancient Kingdom for Orie Ekpe Ebem Ukwu, the high point of the 2026 Iri Ji/Igba Ekpe Annual New Yam Festival, held on Saturday, 26th September 2026. The celebration, marked by cultural displays, masquerade performances and the traditional rites associated with the new yam, drew sons and daughters of Ebem from across the country and the diaspora. The festival was announced by the Paramount Ruler of Ebem Ohafia Ancient Kingdom and Kpoke I of Ekeluogo Ebem Autonomous Community, HRH Eze…

Sep

27

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

TIME TO BOW OUT: Hon. Amobi Ogah Calls For Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s Retirement, Rallies Abia North For Bourdex

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The Member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah, has issued a direct political call to the incumbent Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, urging him to retire from public office and allow fresh leadership to take over the senatorial seat. Speaking during a well-attended civic reception hosted in his honor by Hon. Orunta in Isuikwuato shortly after returning from the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Hon. Ogah declared that Chief Dr. David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex, MFR, OON, remains the most qualified candidate to step into the Senate…

Sep

26

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ugwueke Declaration: Abia North Stakeholders Meet Again, Back Continuity Of Otti’s Good Governance Brand Beyond 2031.

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Stakeholders of Abia North, under the aegis of the Alliance for Good Governance, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, converged at the Isieke Civic Centre, Ugwueke, in Bende Local Government Area, where they reiterated their resolve to support, protect and sustain the good governance model of Governor Alex Otti, OFR, beyond 2031. The Ugwueke meeting, which is the second chapter meeting of the group after its inaugural gathering hosted in Abiriba by Chief Ebueme Ezikpe, drew eminent sons and daughters of Abia North. Presenting the communique issued at the end of the meeting, the Secretary and Spokesperson of the Alliance, Prof.…

Sep

26

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Isuikwuato Traditional Rulers Council Denies Endorsing Orji Kalu For 2027 Senate Race

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The Isuikwuato Local Government Traditional Rulers Advisory Council has disowned reports suggesting that the Council formally endorsed Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for the 2027 Abia North Senatorial election. The Council, through its Public Relations Officer, HRH Eze Engr. Okey A. Udeh, said no such endorsement was authorised by the body, insisting that the traditional institution remains non-partisan and does not endorse politicians or political parties. The clarification follows reports published on September 24 and 25 claiming that traditional rulers in Isuikwuato expressed support for Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s bid to return to the Senate in 2027 after an interactive meeting…