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Oct

16

2024

Ohanaze Issues Stern Warning to Former Gov. Ikedi Ohakim Over Tenure Elongation Plans

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsOhanaeze Ndigbo, Opinion, Politics

PRESS RELEASE The Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization representing the interests and aspirations of the Igbo people, finds it imperative to address a matter of profound concern that threatens the integrity and democratic foundations of our esteemed organization. With less than 90 days until the scheduled Ohanaeze Ndigbo General Election on January 10th-11th, 2025, we feel compelled to issue an unequivocal warning against the surreptitious schemes that are purportedly being orchestrated by two governors from the Southeast. Recent actions suggest that an unpatriotic Igbo organization has been mobilized to entice Chief Ikedi Ohakim, a respected former governor, into…

Oct

14

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Youth Engagement Key to Representative Political Systems – NYA Nat’l Women Leader

News, Opinion, PoliticsNational Youth Alliance, Opinion, Politics

Hon. Chinyere Okpara, National Women Leader of the National Youth Alliance (NYA), emphasizes the importance of inclusive political participation, particularly among young people, for building stable and peaceful societies. During a recent interaction, Okpara stressed that youth engagement in formal political processes is crucial for ensuring their voices are heard and their needs addressed. The Importance of Youth Participation When young people are disenfranchised or disengaged from politics, they have little influence over decisions affecting their lives. This undermines the representativeness of political systems, ultimately threatening the stability and peace of societies. To make a meaningful difference, young people must…

Oct

14

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia State’s LP Looming Electoral Crisis: A Replay of Wike vs Fubara?

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Labour Party, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

The Abia Local Government Area chairmanship election is on the verge of disaster, mirroring the contentious battle between Nyesom Wike and Sim Fubara in Rivers State. Governor Alex Otti's decision to handpick candidates, bypassing the Labour Party's democratically chosen nominees, has ignited a firestorm of dissent within the party. Labour Party Internal Party Conflict Discontented stakeholders, dismayed by Otti's rash choices, are now urging affected candidates to defect to the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP). This mass exodus threatens to debilitate the Labour Party's chances in the election. The question on everyone's mind is: will this election be a genuine contest…

Oct

13

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Rivers State Crisis: Stakeholders Call for Tinubu’s Intervention

Amos Oge Kalu, News, Opinion, PoliticsBola Ahmed Tinubu, Emeka Kalu, Nigeria, Nyesom Wike, Politics, Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara

The ongoing conflict between former Governor Nyesom Wike and current Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has sparked concerns among stakeholders, who are urging President Tinubu to intervene and rein in Wike and his supporters. The crisis escalated with the burning of three local government headquarters after the recent council elections. Key Demands from Stakeholders Allow Fubara to Govern: Chief Emeka Charles Kalu, a PDP chieftain, advises Wike to focus on his ministerial duties and let Fubara deliver on his campaign promises. Stop Interference: Kalu stresses that Wike's continued interference in Fubara's government is the root cause of the crisis.…

Oct

13

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Fuel Price Hike, Calls Him “T-Pain”

Metro, News, PoliticsAtiku Abubakar, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Economy, Metro, Politics

Fuel Price Hike: The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) recently raised the pump price of fuel, sparking widespread criticism. Economic Hardship: The policies have led to severe economic hardship, with rising inflation rates affecting millions of Nigerians. Atiku's Criticism: Atiku accused President Tinubu of being indifferent to the suffering of citizens and labeled his administration's handling of fuel subsidy as "haphazard and disingenuous". Growing Dissatisfaction: The public is increasingly dissatisfied with the current administration's economic policies, particularly its management of fuel subsidies. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has unleashed a scathing criticism on President Bola Tinubu's administration, labeling its…