Politics

Aug
03
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Obi Defends One-term Vow: I’ve Never Needed Psychiatric Check or Shrine Oath

Obi Defends One-term Vow: I’ve Never Needed Psychiatric Check or Shrine Oath

News, Opinion, Politics, ,
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has responded sharply to recent jibes from Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, and activist Deji Adeyanju over his one-term presidency vow. Obi maintained that his integrity remains intact, stating he has never been mentally evaluated nor sworn any oath in a shrine. Obi’s rebuttal, released on Sunday, August 3, 2025, through a statement by Ibrahim Umar of the Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR), addressed two indirect attacks: Adeyanju’s remark that even a shrine oath wouldn’t make voters believe Obi, and Soludo’s comment on August 2 that any one-term pledge requires psychiatric scrutiny. Obi…
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Aug
03
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Gov. Otti Doesn’t Give Shishi, He Gives Naira.

Gov. Otti Doesn’t Give Shishi, He Gives Naira.

Abia State, News, Opinion, Politics, , ,
Written By: Ctz. UKOHA, NJOKU UKOHA - Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor of Abia State. Part Two. As an Economist, Gov. Otti has demonstrated that he understands the economics of regular payment of salaries and pensions to stimulate the economy and drive commercial activities. Gov. Otti is not only paying salaries and pensions promptly, he is also defraying arrears of salaries and pensions owed to workers and retirees by his predecessor. ABSUTH workers who were owed 26 months salary arrears have been paid 25 months of the arrears while regularly and promptly receiving current salaries and entitlements. Ogbonnaya…
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Aug
02
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Religion as a tool for national development (2) – Byabiodun KOMOLAFE

Religion as a tool for national development (2) – Byabiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, Opinion, Politics, ,
The influence of the Beveridge Report can be seen in various initiatives worldwide, including Nigeria’s Free Education Programme in Western Nigeria and agricultural programmes in Eastern Nigeria, as well as the adoption of minimum wage concepts. The list is very long and cannot be fully stated here! As a Christian, I believe salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, but I’m troubled by the implications for people in countries with different dominant religions, such as India’s predominantly Hindu population (around 79.8%) or Japan’s significant Shinto and Buddhist populations. This raises a concern: in countries like Japan (approximately 1-2% Christian), China…
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Aug
02
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
People’s Champion: Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu’s Commitment to Community Development

People’s Champion: Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu’s Commitment to Community Development

Abia State, Column, Metro, News, Opinion, Politics, , , , ,
Bende, Nigeria August 2, 2025 Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu emerges as one of Nigeria’s most influential political thinkers and philanthropists, with insights and political maneuvers that redefine leadership and governance in contemporary Nigeria, particularly in the Southeast. In an era marked by socio-economic challenges and a demand for political renewal, Kalu’s approach seamlessly integrates visionary thinking, community-centered values, and strategic innovation. At the core of Dr. Kalu’s leadership philosophy lies the Igbo maxim “Onye Ahala Nwanne Ya,” which translates to “let no one leave their brother behind.” This powerful principle fuels his unwavering commitment to humanitarian outreach and grassroots…
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Aug
01
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Nigeria and Ghana Engage Diplomatically to Address Protests Targeting Nigerians

Nigeria and Ghana Engage Diplomatically to Address Protests Targeting Nigerians

Lifestyle, Metro, News, Politics, Social Issues, , ,
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu, held a high-level meeting with Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Ablakwa, on Thursday to address escalating tensions stemming from protests targeting Nigerians in Ghana. The demonstrations, which have sparked diplomatic concerns, saw some Ghanaians accuse Nigerian residents of contributing to rising crime rates. Ojukwu, in a statement posted on her official social media account, detailed the discussions, which centered on ensuring the safety of Nigerians and fostering amicable Nigeria-Ghana relations. “The Minister assured that the lives, properties, and businesses of Nigeria and Nigerians living in Ghana are…
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