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Feb

17

2026

2027: Peter Obi Not the Anointed Igbo Candidate; Ohanaeze Backs Umahi on Tinubu’s Efforts to End Igbo Marginalization

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Press Release - 15th February 2026 The apex Igbo sociocultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, mindful of its enduring responsibility to safeguard the collective interests of the Igbo people, issues this definitive statement with the utmost clarity and forthrightness. This message is directed specifically to all Igbo presidential aspirants, and most particularly to Mr. Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State. It is the considered and resolute position of Ohanaeze Ndigbo that the pursuit of the Igbo presidency in 2027, given current political realities and strategic considerations, represents a perilous endeavor, an improbable undertaking, and a potential miscalculation. Furthermore,…

Feb

17

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ndi-ABAT Urges Obi; Commends Tinubu, Umahi for Ending Igbo Marginalization

Column, Metro, News, Opinion, Sponsored2027, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Next Level, Nigeria, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Opinion, Politics

15th February 2026 - Ndigbo for Tinubu 2027 Forum Press Statement Ndigbo Prioritize Infrastructure Rehabilitation Over 2027 Presidency - NDI-ABAT The Coalition of Pro-Igbo Progressive Groups, operating under the auspices of the Ndigbo for Tinubu 2027 Forum (NDI-ABAT), feels compelled to convey this forthright communiqué to our esteemed brother, the former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi. We must candidly assert that the path Mr. Obi intends to traverse, in pursuit of the 2027 presidential elections scheduled for 20th February 2027, is fraught with formidable challenges. Attempts to entice our Igbo brethren into yet another political odyssey—without thoughtful consultation…

Jan

30

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

4 February 2026 Protests: Ndigbo Will Resist Any Plot Against Dave Umahi

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Warns Student Groups To Call Off Planned Demonstration. The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, finds it imperative to address certain student organisations regarding their planned protests scheduled for 4 February 2026. This statement serves as a definitive and resolute warning: these groups are urged to refrain from allowing themselves to be used as political instruments by adversaries of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. These political machinations are aimed at discrediting the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, through a façade of allegations concerning poor road conditions across Nigeria—claims that are both unfounded and frivolous. Ohanaeze Ndigbo contends that, despite concerted…

Jan

29

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

IEADA Commends Gov. Otti on Appointment of Dr. Emmanuel Meribole as SSG

Abia State, Column, Current Events, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Lawrence Odoemelem, Next Level, Opinion, Politics

The Ibeku Egwu Asaa Development Association (IEADA) has commended the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, for the appointment of Dr. Emmanuel Meribole as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG), describing the decision as a well-considered and timely move. In a statement jointly signed by the President-General of the association, Chief Hon. Lawrence Okezie Odoemelem (Ikemba–Ibeku), and the Chairman of the Council of Ndi Eze Ibeku, HRH Eze Dr. Emmanuel Onwubuariri, the group congratulated Governor Otti for what it termed a “round peg in a round hole” appointment. The association noted that Dr. Meribole’s…

Jan

20

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Slams $9m Lobbyist Narrative, Accuses New York Times of Reviving 1966 Anti-Igbo Propaganda Over Sokoto Bombing Claims

Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Current Events, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Next Level, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Opinion, Politics

Press Release: January 20, 2026 The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, driven by its unwavering commitment to truth, justice, and the welfare of Ndigbo worldwide, issues this decisive statement in response to recent publications by the United States-based media outlet, The New York Times. We are compelled to address the inherent falsehoods and potentially incendiary nature of the report, particularly as it concerns the Igbo people. Ohanaeze Ndigbo unequivocally states that the Igbo are not, and have never been, involved in any capacity as intelligence providers or participants in the United States’ military or intelligence operations against terrorist networks…