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Jan

08

2026

Ohafia Traditional Rulers’ Council Pays Compassionate, Solidarity Visit to Eze Ndukwe Iko After Palace Fire

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, Metro, NewsAbia State, Metro, Ndukwe Iko, Okon-Aku

Ohafia, Abia State — The Ohafia Local Government Area Traditional Rulers’ Council has paid a compassionate and solidarity visit to HRH Eze (Engr.) Ndukwe Iko, Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku, following the burning of his palace in the wake of the needless killing of a youth in the community. The visit, led by senior members of the council, was aimed at commiserating with the monarch over the unfortunate incident, which reportedly occurred amid heightened tensions after the killing. The palace was said to have been set ablaze by hoodlums and criminal elements during the unrest that followed the tragic event. Speaking…

Jan

08

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Palace Arson: Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku Reacts, Calls for Peace, Says He Will Speak Fully Later

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, NewsNdukwe Iko, Okon-Aku

The traditional ruler of Okon-Aku, His Royal Highness, Eze Engr. Ndukwe Iko (Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku), has reacted to the violent attack on his palace which resulted in the burning of multiple buildings and properties, describing the incident as traumatic while indicating that he would make a comprehensive statement at a later time. According to the monarch’s personal account, his palace was set ablaze by hired hoodlums and criminal elements, acting under the pretext of the alleged murder of Akuma Akwu Igwe, a youth from the community—an incident in which he stated he has no direct involvement. The attack led…

Jan

08

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Palace Arson: Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku Reacts, Calls for Peace, Says He Will Speak Fully Later

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, News, Ohafia, Social IssuesAbia State, Nigeria, Okon-Aku

The traditional ruler of Okon-Aku, His Royal Highness, Eze Engr. Ndukwe Iko (Nnaka IV of Okon-Aku), has reacted to the violent attack on his palace which resulted in the burning of multiple buildings and properties, describing the incident as traumatic while indicating that he would make a comprehensive statement at a later time. According to the monarch’s personal account, his palace was set ablaze by hired hoodlums and criminal elements, acting under the pretext of the alleged murder of Akuma Akwu Igwe, a youth from the community—an incident in which he stated he has no direct involvement. The attack led…

Jan

05

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Okon-Aku Crisis: FENRAD Condemns Killing of Ohafia Youth Leader, Call On Abia State Governor For Urgent Intervention, Accountability And Justice

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, PoliticsAbia State, Crime, Metro, Nigeria, Okon-Aku, Politics

The Foundation for Environmental Rights Advocacy & Development (FENRAD) has strongly condemned the killing of Igwe Akuma Akwu, a youth leader from Okon Aku, Ohafia, describing the incident as a gross violation of the fundamental right to life and a troubling reflection of rising violence and impunity in society. In a press statement issued on January 5 2026, and made available to journalists in Umuahia, Abia State, FENRAD expressed deep concern over the circumstances surrounding the killing, noting that the deceased had repeatedly raised alarm over threats to his life prior to his death. According to the human rights organization,…

Sep

19

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Eke Kalu Eke: From Aspiration to the Bar; a Journey of Success

Abia State, Education, Lifestyle, News, SponsoredAbia State, Education, Okon-Aku

On Tuesday September 23, 2025, one of the sons of Okon-Aku, in Ohafia LGA of Abia State, Eke Kalu Eke, will officially be called to the Nigeria Bar by the Body of Benchers in Abuja. From that day, Eke will become a barrister and solicitor at the Supreme Court of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. To those who know the famous family of Elder K. U Eke and Elder (Mrs) O. E. Eke of Ndi Torty Compound of Okon-Aku , in Ohafia LGA, would know that this development will be a significant step in his legal career as a lawyer.…