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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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Abia To Partner ARMTI To Upgrade Subsistence Agriculture To Business.

Abia To Partner ARMTI To Upgrade Subsistence Agriculture To Business.

Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti says his Government will partner the Agriculture and Rural Management Training Institute (ARMTI) to upgradesubsistence Agriculture in Abia State to business. The Governor stated this on Tuesday, October 21st, while receiving in his office, a delegation of the Agriculture and Rural Management Training Institute (ARMTI) led by its Executive Director, Dr Olufeme Oladunni. Governor Otti described Abia State as a place where 70% of the population engage in one form of agricultural activity or another, saying that, if supported, the result would be more positive. "This is a place where 70% of the population…
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Gov. Otti Assures Of Increased Speed In Driving Developmemt In The State, Says The Best Is Yet To Come

Gov. Otti Assures Of Increased Speed In Driving Developmemt In The State, Says The Best Is Yet To Come

Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured Abians of increased speed in driving development across the State as he moves towards the third year of the first tenure of his administration, urging Abians and residents not to lose hope because the best is yet to come. Governor Otti stated this on Sunday at the Methodist Theological Institute (MTI), Mission Hill, Umuahia, where he went to worship God in the Beauty of His Holiness in his usual way of going to Church unannounced. Addressing the joyous congregation who warmly received him, the Governor thanked them for their…
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