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Oct

08

2026

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

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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…

Sep

24

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Commends Tinubu, Umahi Over First Niger Bridge, Demands Urgent Action On Owerri–Aba Expressway

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September 24, 2026 The Global Executive Committee of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, for the Federal Government's intervention in the rehabilitation of the First Niger Bridge. The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation said the progress recorded on the bridge demonstrates what focused government attention, technical supervision and urgency can achieve when critical infrastructure requires immediate intervention. Following its assessment of the rehabilitation works, Ohanaeze described the intervention as significant, particularly given the strategic importance of the First Niger Bridge to transportation, commerce and regional economic integration. The bridge was…

Sep

24

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

OTTIMANIA Women Leaders Launch Abia Central Mobilisation Drive For Otti 2027

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Women leaders drawn from the six Local Government Areas of Abia Central Senatorial District have commenced a grassroots mobilisation drive for the re-election of Governor Alex Otti in the 2027 elections. The women defied a heavy downpour to attend the inaugural familiarisation meeting of the OTTIMANIA Women Movement, held at the Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Headquarters. The meeting was presided over by Lady Nkechi Chibueze, Supervisor for Health, Environment and Women Affairs in Isiala Ngwa North, who welcomed the participants and outlined the movement’s role as a Labour Party support group for Governor Otti and other LP candidates ahead…

Aug

27

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Osonwa Felicitates With Abians On 35th Anniversary Of State Creation

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The Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has congratulated the people of Abia State as the state marks its 35th anniversary. In a goodwill message commemorating the anniversary, Osonwa paid tribute to the resilience, enterprise and enduring spirit of Abians, noting that much of what the state has achieved over the past three and a half decades has been driven by the hard work and determination of its people. He particularly acknowledged the contributions of traders, entrepreneurs, teachers, professionals, workers, families and communities whose efforts, he said, have continued to shape the…

Aug

21

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Osonwa: “We Have Done Much, But We Are Not Done Yet” — Aro/Ohafia Lawmaker Lists Constituency Milestones, Sets Agenda For Next Phase

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Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has declared that while significant progress has been recorded across the constituency in the last three years, more work remains to be done. Osonwa, popularly identified with Oke Abba Ohafia, made the declaration while reflecting on his stewardship in office and outlining what he described as the next phase of his constituency agenda as the political season gathers momentum. According to him, when he assumed office three years ago, he came with a list of things that should no longer be acceptable to the people, stressing…