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Smart Schools: Abia Govt Counters ₦7bn Claim, Says First Phase Nearing Completion The Abia State Government has dismissed as “false, misleading and mischievous” media reports claiming that ₦7 billion has already been spent on the ongoing Smart Schools Project. In a statement issued on Sunday by Sir Kenechukwu Nwosu, Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Basic and Secondary Education, the government described the allegations as the handiwork of detractors determined to discredit the administration’s landmark strides in education. Governor Otti’s government is currently rolling out a massive education reform plan anchored on the establishment of 20 Green Smart Schools…

Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa Hails Gov. Otti’s Health, Education Reforms, Applauds Quality of Omenuko Bridge   The Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has commended Governor Alex Otti for his far-reaching reforms in Abia State, particularly in the health and education sectors.   In an exclusive interview with THE WHISPERER in Abuja on Wednesday, Osonwa said Governor Otti’s focus on revitalising healthcare and education is laying a strong foundation for sustainable development.   “Only a healthy person can thrive, work, and provide for their family. Any reform towards education and healthcare is ultimately a reform towards life,”…

Audiomack Deletes ‘Ole’ Song and Videos by Verydarkman Following Court Order Worldwide digital streaming platforms Audiomack Limited and Audiomack Africa Limited have deleted all versions of the trending Ole song and associated videos by social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, from their platforms. The action comes in compliance with an order of the FCT High Court, Suit No: FCT/CV/3340/2024, in the case of Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin vs. Martins Otse (alias Verydarkman). According to legal counsel to Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, Samuel Ihensekhien Jnr., Esq, the removal was prompted by formal letters sent to Audiomack notifying…

OUK Group Hails Peter Eze on Appointment as a Commissioner in FCC Describes President Tinubu as a youth-friendly leader By Toby Chuks Popular political pressure group, the Orji Uzor Kalu (OUK) Grassroots Movement of Nigeria for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has forwarded a congratulatory message to Mr. Peter Eze on his appointment as one of the Commissioners in the Federal Character Commission (FCC) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Eze, an economist who hails from Enugu Ezike in Igboeze North Local Government Area, was appointed to represent Enugu State in the FCC. The group, in a message signed by the Convener…

Tinubu Reappoints FCC Chairman, Names Orji Kalu’s Aide Peter Eze, Obinna Oriaku, 29 Others as Commissioners President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reappointed Dr. Muheeba Dankaka as Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC) for a second five-year term. The President also approved the appointment of Mohammed Musa as Secretary of the Commission, while retaining Kayode Oladele from Ogun State as a Commissioner. Additionally, the terms of Lawal Ya’u Roni (Jigawa), Abubakar Atiku Bunu (Kebbi), and Eludayo Eluyemi (Osun) were renewed. In a fresh shake-up, Tinubu named 31 new commissioners, among them notable figures such as Hon. Obinna Oriaku from…

UAAP President, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor- De Ultimate Commander, Congratulates Archbishop Sunday Onuoha on Elevation Ambassador Osita Offor-De Ultimate Commander who is the President of The United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) has extended warm congratulations to Bishop Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha on his priesthood ordination and elevation to the esteemed rank of Archbishop of the Methodist Church Nigeria. In a statement issued in Umuahia and signed by UAAP President, Ambassador Osita Offor, the group described Archbishop Onuoha’s elevation as a well-deserved recognition of his dedication to the service of God and humanity. UAAP noted that the conferment, carried out by…

Abia PDP Mocks Ex-Deputy Governor Ude Oko Chukwu Over ‘20 Wasted Years’ After Resignation From Party The Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the resignation of former Deputy Governor, Ude Chukwu, as “liberation” and “good riddance,” declaring that his two decades in power were “20 wasted years” for the state. Chukwu, in a letter dated August 5, 2025, formally announced his departure from the party, stating: “While it was a difficult decision to make, it is the best course of action for me at this time. I am most grateful for the opportunities the party…

Ex-Buhari’s minister, Audu Ogbeh is dead Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, has passed away at the age of 78. He died on Saturday. A statement by the Ogbeh family on Saturday said the elder statesman died peacefully on Saturday. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather; Chief Audu Ogbeh. “He passed away on the 9th of August 2025 at the fulfilled age of 78,” the statement read. The family described Ogbeh as a man who “departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and…

Former Abia Deputy Governor Ude Oko Chukwu Resigns from PDP   Rt. Hon. Sir Ude Oko Chukwu, immediate past Deputy Governor of Abia State, has formally resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing personal reasons for his decision. In a letter dated August 5, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of Ndi Elu Ward in Nkporo, Ohafia Local Government Area, Sir Oko Chukwu stated that his resignation takes immediate effect. The letter was received and acknowledged on August 7, 2025. The former Deputy Governor, who served from May 2015 to May 2023, described the move as a…

'Many Came With Promises', Umuye Ihechiowa Community Reveals How Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Came to Their Rescue with First-Ever Borehole The people of Umuye Ihechiowa Community in Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State have expressed overwhelming joy and gratitude as their decades-long search for potable water finally came to an end thanks to the intervention of Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency. The community came alive with celebration as Hon. Osonwa commissioned a fully solar-powered borehole, the very first in the history of Umuye. The project, which had eluded the people for many years despite several…