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After Openly Endorsing Gov Otti, Abia PDP Sacks Oko Chukwu, Others From Party Platforms The Abia State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has removed former Deputy Governor, Sir Oko Chukwu, and several other chieftains from its official platforms following their open endorsement of Governor Alex Otti of the Labour Party. THE WHISPERER learnt that the action was taken hours after Mr Oko Chukwu visited Governor Otti and pledged support for his re-election bid in 2027. During the visit, he reportedly hinted at plans to defect to the Labour Party. Mr Oko Chukwu, who served as Deputy Governor under…

A group of young professionals from Old Bende of Abia State has debunked claims that Governor Alex Otti has been endorsed for a second term by stakeholders from the area. It said at no time did the people of the area convene a meeting to even discuss the politics of 2027, not to talk of endorsing anyone for the governorship. In a statement issued in Umuahia on Wednesday, the group, OLD BENDE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS, dismissed the purported endorsement of Otti by the member representing Aba North/Aba South Federal Constituency, Hon. Mascot Ikwechegh, as "null and void" since it failed all…

Orji Kalu’s Performance, Political Structures Will Make 2027 Victory Easy — Rev Chika Ubani   Abia-born cleric, Reverend Chika Ubani, has said that Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s impressive performance as a former Governor of Abia State, his impactful work as a serving Senator, and his formidable political structures, OUK Movement and Reality Organization, will make his path to victory in the 2027 elections smooth and certain.   Speaking in Umuahia, Rev Ubani described Kalu as a leader whose legacy continues to speak for him. He noted that many beneficiaries of Kalu’s good governance, especially those who enjoyed timely salary payments,…

BREAKING: Senator Natasha Treks to National Assembly Amid Tight Security, Joined by Aisha Yesufu, Rights Activists From Kenneth Udeh in Abuja Drama is currently unfolding at the National Assembly complex in Abuja as embattled Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan defies security restrictions and begins trekking towards the Senate chambers to resume legislative duties. She is being accompanied by prominent activist Aisha Yesufu and several human rights advocates in a show of solidarity. The senator, who arrived at the National Assembly at exactly 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday, was initially barred entry by security operatives stationed at the first gate of the complex. Undeterred,…

Ohafia Improvement Union Abuja Hails Prince Emeka Kalu On Emergence As RATTAWU National President Ohafia Improvement Union (OIU), Abuja Branch, has extended warm congratulations to Comrade Prince Emeka Kalu, fondly known as "Magic Fingers", on his emergence as the National President of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU).   In a statement signed by Chief Kalu Idika Okwara, the union described Kalu’s victory over strong contenders as a testament to the trust and confidence reposed in his leadership qualities, vision, and deep-rooted commitment to the welfare of media professionals across the country.   Chief Okwara…

2027: Mayor Igbokwe Hosts Ex-Abia Speaker Engr. Orji In Abuja, Defection Rumours Intensify The political atmosphere in Abia State is beginning to heat up ahead of the 2027 general elections, as former governorship aspirant and media entrepreneur, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, popularly known as Don Lulu, on Sunday, July 20, 2025, hosted the former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Engr. Chinedum Orji, at his residence in Abuja. Engr. Orji, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), met with Don Lulu during a private breakfast meeting, sparking renewed speculation about Don Lulu’s possible defection from…

Tinubu To Reinstate Fubara — But With A Condition He won’t Seek Re-election President Bola Tinubu has agreed to reinstate Siminalayi Fubara as the governor of Rivers state — but with the condition that he will not seek re-election in 2027. The truce was reached during a closed-door meeting on Thursday night at the Presidential Villa, where Tinubu hosted Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT); Fubara; Martin Amaewhule, the suspended speaker of the Rivers assembly; and a handful of lawmakers. According to The Cable, presidency sources say the deal, part of a broader effort to restore democratic…

President Tinubu Meets With Wike, Fubara, Rivers Lawmakers President Bola Tinubu has met with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, and members of the assembly. According to Channels Television, the President met them on Thursday and reconciled the parties whose dispute led to the declaration of a state of emergency in the state in March. Sources at the meeting said the parties were asked to work out the modalities for executing the deal, which would include reinstating Mr Fubara to office as Rivers Governor. Mr Fubara was suspended from…

Federal University of Kashere to Confer Honorary Doctorate On Senator Kalu   The Federal University of Kashere, Gombe State, has announced its decision to confer an honorary Doctor of Science (D.Sc), Honoris Causa, on Senator Orji Uzor Kalu in recognition of his significant contributions to national development and leadership excellence.   In a formal letter signed by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Umaru A. Pate, the university revealed that both the Senate and Governing Council approved the award during their respective meetings. The honorary doctorate will be officially conferred at the university's upcoming convocation ceremony, scheduled to hold on Saturday, July…

Orji Uzor Kalu’s Strategic Projects Behind Abia North’s Low Poverty Rate – Says Scholar A respected academic and development analyst, Prof Kalu Eni, says the low poverty rate in Abia North Senatorial District is a result of the development credited to the long-term and targeted investments made by former governor and current senator, Dr Orji Uzor Kalu. He praised Kalu’s consistency in empowering the zone through infrastructure, education, and economic development both as Governor (1999–2007) and now as Senator. “Abia North today enjoys a higher quality of life than most zones in the country. This is not by luck. It…