Opinion Archives - Page 51 of 233

Jan

24

2026

Otti: The Leadership and Conviction That Rescued the Labour Party

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Opinion, Politics

By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The political journey of His Excellency, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, formally began in 2014 when he stunned many Nigerians with his decision to exit a flourishing banking career. Having risen to the pinnacle of the financial sector as a Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Governor Otti resigned to confront and change the disturbing and chequered history of governance in his dear state, Abia. Without hesitation, he declared his intention to govern Abia State. From the outset, Governor Otti demonstrated uncommon consistency, courage and conviction. In 2015 and again in 2019, his widely acknowledged…

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…

Jan

20

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Chief Kalu Accuses Critics of Gov. Otti of Self-Interest, Says 2027 Will Reward Performance Over Propaganda

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Alex Otti, Emeka Kalu, Opinion, Politics

Chairman of the E.C.K. Foundation Worldwide, Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, has strongly condemned what he described as unwarranted and politically motivated attacks against Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, accusing the politicians behind the criticisms of having no genuine interest in the welfare of the people. Speaking against the backdrop of rising political tensions in the state, Chief Kalu observed that the recent verbal assaults on Governor Otti are not driven by concern for governance or public good, but by deep-seated fear and desperation among politicians whose relevance, he said, is being steadily eroded by the governor’s growing popularity…

Jan

17

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

IBEDC: When will this pain be over? – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, PoliticsOpinion, Politics

The title of this commentary reflects a question asked wherever people gather - on buses, in bars, and at parties. Modern life revolves around the reliable provision of electricity, water and mass transit. Without power, the simple task of pumping water becomes nightmarish; relying on handheld pumps is a physically exhausting struggle. Dealing with our so-called electricity distribution companies is like living through a series of ‘tales of the unexpected’. It is a tragicomedy of the highest order! Many have endured the harrowing frustration of failing to load prepaid meters for days, even after payments have been cleared on their…

Jan

14

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

“WE WILL NOT GIVE UP ON NIGERIA” — Stephen Osemwegie Takes Save Nigeria Group USA’s Advocacy to the Heart of U.S. Power in High-Level Engagement with Congressman Riley Moore

Column, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Opinion, Politics, SNG, World News

By Save Nigeria Group USA. Washington, D.C. — In a decisive step toward global advocacy for the safety, dignity, and freedom of Nigerians, Stephen Osemwegie, President of Save Nigeria Group USA, has continued high-level engagement with top U.S. policymakers, reaffirming the organization’s unwavering mission: to help end insecurity, mass displacement, and religious freedom violations in Nigeria—for all Nigerians, regardless of faith or ethnicity. On January 13, 2026, Save Nigeria Group USA leadership attended a major hearing at the United States Capitol Hill, convened by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) in partnership with congressional leaders and international stakeholders.…