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Aug

23

2026

2027: Egwuonwu Endorses Karibe Ojigwe, Says NDC Candidate Represents Hope For Bende

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Metro, Opinion, Politics

A chieftain of the Integrity Voters of Nigeria in Bende Local Government Area, Dr. Johnson Egwuonwu Truth, has thrown his weight behind the candidacy of Pascal Karibe Ojigwe of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2027 election for Bende Federal Constituency. Egwuonwu, in a message endorsing the NDC candidate, described Karibe Ojigwe as a dependable and people-oriented leader whose commitment to the welfare of his constituents has earned him the trust and confidence of the people. According to him, Karibe is a man whose “trust never fails,” noting that his approach to leadership is driven by genuine concern for…

Aug

22

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Uko Nkole Consults NDC Chieftain Kachi Iheme, Reaffirms Commitment To Peter Obi’s Presidency

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Politics2027, Abia State, Opinion, Politics

Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole has continued his consultations with critical stakeholders of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), as he met with a prominent party chieftain and leader, Dr. Kachi Iheme, at his country home in Acha Village, Isiukwuato Local Government Area of Abia State. Nkole was accompanied by Elvis Ignis Ogbonna, NDC candidate for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, and Chief Uduma Nnoke, NDC chieftain in Ohafia Local Government Area. The consultation provided an opportunity for the political leaders to exchange views on the political direction of Abia State and the broader movement for a new Nigeria ahead of the 2027…

Aug

22

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Nkole, Elvis Ignis, Joins Mourners At Funeral Of Late Mazi Chekwas Albert Oti Who was His strong Political Ally

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Metro, Opinion, Politics

Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole, alongside the NDC candidate for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Elvis Ignis Ogbonna, and ADC Abia North Senatorial Candidate, Bishop Iyke Okoronkwo, joined family members, friends, political associates and well-wishers at the funeral service of the late Mazi Chekwas Albert Oti, popularly known as Ugwu Atani and President General Emeritus Atan Development Union. The funeral, held on Friday, August 21, 2026, at Atani Aro School Field, Atani, Arochukwu, was an occasion for the community and sympathisers to pay their final respects to the deceased, who passed on at the age of 65. The funeral service was conducted…

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

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Next Level, Opinion, Politics

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…

Aug

20

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

NDC Unveils Etugo Ogah, Alaribe Ticket; Sets Abia On 2027 Intense Political Battle

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Politics2027, Abia State, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Abia State Chapter, has formally unveiled Elder Ndubuisi Etugo Ogah and Engr. Bright Alaribe as its governorship candidate and running mate respectively, setting the stage for a more intense political battle ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The duo were unveiled on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the Britarch Event Center, adjacent to the Abia State House of Assembly Complex, Umuahia, alongside other candidates of the party for the 2027 general elections. The ceremony brought together NDC leaders, stakeholders, candidates, grassroots executives, women and youth leaders, as well as supporters from across the state. With…