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Abia North: APC Chieftain Urges Ex Deputy Governor, Ude Oko Chukwu Not To Run In 2027, Advises Him To Rally Round Senator Kalu A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Edward Kalu Okocha, has congratulated the immediate past Deputy Governor of Abia State, Rt. Hon. Sir Ude Oko Chukwu, on his recent defection to the ruling Labour Party, but urged him not to seek the Abia North Senatorial seat in 2027. In a statement issued on Sunday in Ameke Abiriba, Okocha described Oko Chukwu’s defection as a bold and strategic step, noting that his decision to…

Ohafia Improvement Union Urges Community to Fully Participate in Voters Registration The Ohafia Improvement Union (OIU), the development arm of the Ohafia Community, Abia State, has beckoned on her people to fully embrace the ongoing Voters Registration Exercise, in line with the directive and time table of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a press statement dated August 20, 2025, and signed by the Interim President General, Chief Fab Uche, and the Secretary General, Elder Uma Ntima, the Union reminded the people of the necessity of carrying out this important civic responsibility with great passion, which goes a long…

2023 Governorship Aspirant, Etigwe Uwa, SAN, Resigns from APGA, Cites Loss of Vision, Focus   Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and 2023 Abia State governorship aspirant, Etigwe Uwa, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), citing the party’s loss of focus and its failure to evolve into a truly national platform. In a resignation letter dated 20th August 2025 and addressed to the Ward Chairman of APGA in Ohafor Ward, Asaga Ohafia, Uwa declared that he could no longer continue in what he described as a “narrow-focused myopic contraption.” He expressed dismay that APGA, which once…

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…