Metro Archives - Page 7 of 218

Oct

07

2026

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…

Oct

04

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Mourns Ezie Ebem, HRH Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha JP

Abia State, Lifestyle, Metro, News, SponsoredAbia State, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Metro, RIP

Following the official announcement by the Council of Chiefs, the Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has mourned the passing of his royal father, His Royal Highness Ezie Ukoha Kalu Ukoha, JP, Eziogo and Paramount Ruler of Ebem Ujuruzie Ancient Kingdom, who died on 26 September 2026 at the age of 89. Hon. Osonwa had the painful duty of announcing his passing on the floor of the House of Representatives. In a personal tribute, he said: "To me, he was not only a revered traditional ruler but also a father figure, a mentor, a source of wisdom,…

Oct

02

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

EFCC Opens Awka Regional Office, To Cover Anambra And Imo

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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas; Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo; Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma; and the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, were among dignitaries at the commissioning of the commission’s new Zonal Directorate in Awka on Friday. The new facility, located at Udoka Housing Estate, Awka, will serve as the EFCC’s operational base for Anambra and Imo states, expanding the commission’s presence and bringing its activities closer to economic centres in the two states. Speaking at the event, Olukoyede said the Awka office was not established…

Sep

29

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Emetu Joins Ohanaeze Igbo Day Lecture As Otti Pushes Digital Commerce, Industrial Transformation

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Cultural Heritage, Current Events, News, Social Issues2027, Abia State, Alex Otti, Ikechukwu Emetu, Metro

Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, on Monday joined Igbo leaders, statesmen, traditional rulers, business leaders and other stakeholders at the Michael Okpara Auditorium, Umuahia, for the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Igbo Day Lecture and Dinner. The event, which centred on the theme, “The Igbo Charter and Development of Ala Igbo,” provided a platform for discussions on the economic, social and developmental future of the South-East. The gathering attracted political leaders, traditional rulers, members of the clergy, business moguls and representatives of various socio-cultural organisations from across the country. One of the major talking points of the event…

Sep

26

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

OTTIMANIA, UAAP, Ambassador Offor Celebrate Veteran Actress Joyce Kalu On Her Birthday

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Entertainment, Lifestyle, News, Social Issues2027, Abia State, Entertainment, Metro, OTTIMANIA, UAAP

By Comr. Amos Oge Kalu The OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement has joined family, friends, colleagues and well-wishers to celebrate a veteran Nollywood actress, Mrs. Joyce Kalu, on her birthday. The celebration was led by Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, “De Ultimate Commander,” (Ikenga Gburuguru of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms), who described Mrs. Kalu as its dedicated member and a respected personality in the Nigerian creative industry. Mrs. Joyce Kalu is a board member of the OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement, a team of like-minded individuals committed to championing the re-election of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, for continuity and sustained development in Abia…