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In a rare twist of events in Rivers State politics, former Governor Peter Odili has endorsed Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the political leader of the state, praising him for defending the interests of the people. Odili, who served between 1999 and 2007, stated that Fubara, having secured his electoral victory both through the ballot and the courts, is now the political leader of the oil-rich South-South state. Odili spoke on Thursday at the commissioning of a Primary Healthcare Centre donated by his PAMO Foundation in Ndoni, his hometown in the Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area, according to a report by Channels…

The lawmaker representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has expressed shock over the death of the former Governor of old Abia State and one time Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu. Rep. Osonwa in a statement personally signed by him in Abuja on Thursday, said he received with shock the sad, devastating and shocking news of the passing of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, a man he described as “intellectually mobile, humble and loved”. Dr. Onu, 72, was confirmed dead at an undisclosed hospital at the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Thursday, a development…

Chairman, Senate Committee on Privatization and former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Kalu has expressed sadness over the passing of former Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ogbannaya Onu. Describing the frontline politician as a nationalist with passion for unity and progress of Nigeria, Kalu acknowledged the invaluable contributions of the former Minister to nation building. The former Governor while admonishing the Onu family to take solace in the fact that their late patriarch lived a purposeful life, urged the deceased's children and loved ones to sustain his worthy legacy. In a condolence message, Kalu said, "the demise…

Former governor of Abia state, Ogbonnaya Onu is dead. According to BBC Igbo, Onu died at a hospital in Abuja this morning. The American trained scientist, teacher and politician was 72 years old. Ogbonnaya Onu was a lecturer at University of Port Harcourt before he made a foray into National Politics during the scuttled transition to civilian rule of former president Ibrahim Babangida from 1991 to 1993. He was elected governor in 1992 and served till the late Sani Abacha overthrew Ernest Shonekan's administration in 1994. Onu remained in politics and made a few attempts to run for President. He…

The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has partially restored electricity supply to Nkporo and Ohafia communities, in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State following a petition presented to the House of Representatives by Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa on behalf of the communities. An indigene of Ohafia community, Mr. Kalu Obasi, confirmed the development to The Whisperer on Wednesday, saying: “There is light right now in Uzo Ofuru in Ebem and its environs.” In a chat with The Whisperer on Wednesday afternoon, the lawmaker representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa said “it was…

As political activities gradually gather momentum for the 2025 governorship election in Anambra state, prominent leaders have said that Sir Paul Chukwuma is the best governoship material in the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2025 governorship election in Anambra state. The leaders in a consultative visit to a former governor of Abia state, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu on Tuesday, in Abuja, described Chukwuma as a candidate with the right public service credentials, experience, managerial skills and leadership acumen to fly the ticket of the APC in the 2025 governorship election. Sir Chukwuma had in his entourage leading professionals, business…

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Etigwe Uwa has congratulated the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu on the occasion of his 40th birthday anniversary. Uwa in a birthday message to the deputy governor on Tuesday  said: “Happy birthday Your Excellency. May the grace and mercy of the Lord Almighty continually abide with you and your loved ones. May God grant you wisdom and strength as you discharge the duties of your exalted office. Happy Birthday once again warm regards. Etigwe Uwa SAN FCIArb”

I am sending my warmest wishes to you on your 40th birthday. It is truly a milestone to reach this age, and I am so grateful to have you as my brother, friend, and ally. As Deputy Governor of Abia State, you have shown great dedication, leadership, and passion in serving our community. Your commitment to excellence and your unwavering support for the people of Abia State is truly inspiring. I am constantly amazed by your intelligence, humility, and integrity. Your ability to navigate challenges with grace and wisdom is a testament to your character and strength of character. I…

The lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has extended his warm congratulations to the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, on his 40th birthday anniversary. Senator Kalu in a message by his media office said: “Engr. Emetu has exhibited good character, loyalty and excellent relationship between him and Governor Otti worthy of emulation. “He has shown good character, loyalty, dedication in several capacities and continues in the tradition of diligence and excellence in the service of Abians”. He added that, it all clearly proves that a deputy can work harmoniously with the governor,…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has so far recovered N30billion for the Federal Government while it has also placed 50 bank accounts under investigation in the ongoing probe of the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, including the erstwhile chief executive officer of the now suspended National Social Investment Programme Authority (NSIPA), Halima Shehu. Both Edu and Shehu were suspended about three months ago by President Bola Tinubu over alleged financial malfeasance. The President also suspended Social Investment Programme and, thereafter, asked the EFCC to take over the case and probe both embattled officials…