Ohanaeze Ndigbo Archives - Page 2 of 23

May

05

2026

Ohanaeze Urges Peter Obi To Drop 2027 Ambition, Back Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Opinion, Politics

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has called on former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race and align with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the interest of Ndigbo. In a strongly worded press release issued on May 5, 2026, the group expressed concerns that Obi’s current political trajectory may jeopardize both his chances and the broader interests of the Igbo nation. Ohanaeze argued that his reported defection to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) lacks the structural strength required to secure victory against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), which it described as…

Mar

05

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Warns Peter Obi, ADC to Stop Funding Ohiri’s Blackmail, Anti-Umahi Protests

Column, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsMetro, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Politics

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE - 05 MARCH 2026 The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, considers it a matter of profound national significance and, compelled by its moral responsibility, issues this communiqué. We issue a stern warning to Mr. Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State, and the leadership of his political party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC). We categorically demand an immediate halt to all financial and logistical support directed at individuals and groups who, under the guise of civil rights activism, are engaged in a malicious campaign of calumny. Their deliberate objective is to tarnish the…

Feb

26

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Unveils Truth Behind False Allegations Against Minister Umahi; Clears His Name

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsDave Umahi, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Opinion, Politics

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE: INVESTIGATIONS REVEAL SPONSORED BLACKMAIL; OHANAEZE CLEARS UMAHI OF OHIRI’S ALLEGATIONS 26th February 2026 The Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the premier socio-cultural body representing the Igbo people, categorically rejects and condemns the recent baseless allegations made against the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, by one Tracynither Nicholas Ohiri. After a comprehensive and thorough investigation into the matter, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has firmly concluded that these accusations are part of a politically motivated campaign of blackmail, orchestrated by a malicious cabal with the sole intent of tarnishing the reputation of the Minister and diverting his attention from his critical…

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…

Dec

21

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

‎Yuletide: Ohanaeze Urges Southeast Governors to Provide Free Buses, Strengthen Security for Igbos Returning Home

Metro, News, Opinion, Politics, Social IssuesMetro, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Opinion, Politics

OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE - 21st December 2025 The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, finds it imperative to communicate an undeniable and poignant truth to the Southeast Governors. As we approach the festive season, Nigeria continues to grapple with an unrelenting economic downturn that has resulted in unprecedented increases in transportation fares. This unfortunate situation has rendered many intending Igbos in Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Kaduna, and other parts of Northern Nigeria unable to return home to the Southeast to reunite with their families. ‎Even those Igbos who can afford the exorbitant travel costs are filled with trepidation due to…