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Abia North: “Solely On Performance” — Cleric Gives Reasons Why The Church Is Openly Supporting Senator Orji Kalu   Bishop Silas Eke of Kingly People’s Assembly has said that the Church’s support for Senator Orji Uzor Kalu is rooted in the desire for good governance and continuity of development, not politics. Speaking during a Sunday service in Umuahia, Bishop Eke stated that many prominent clerics, particularly from the Catholic, Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist, and Assemblies of God churches, openly support the former Abia governor and current senator because of his track record in leadership and performance. He said clerics are required…

Ohafia Improvement Union Abuja Branch Greets Ike Abam on Birthday Anniversary   The Ohafia Improvement Union (OIU), Abuja Branch, has felicitated with Chief Chijioke James Umeh (Ike Abam) on the occasion of his birthday anniversary.   In a statement signed by the President of OIU Abuja, Chief Kalu Idika Okwara, the union described Chief Umeh as a distinguished son of Abam whose contributions to community development, philanthropy, and leadership have earned him widespread respect and admiration.   The statement noted that Chief Umeh has remained a shining example of dedication to service, stressing that the union is proud to identify…

Chief Dike Chidozie Okwara (Dike Ohafia ) Felicitates Chief Chijioke James Umeh (Ike Abam) On Birthday Anniversary The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate for Ohafia South State Constituency in the 2023 Abia State House of Assembly election, Chief Dike Chidozie Okwara (Dike Ohafia), has congratulated Chief Chijioke James Umeh (Ike Abam) on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. In a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, Chief Dike Chidozie Okwara ( Dike Ohafia ) who also serves as the Secretary of Old Bende Young Professionals, described Chief Umeh as a respected community leader, philanthropist, and illustrious son of Abam whose…

Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa Greets Chief Chijioke James Umeh (Ike Abam) on Birthday Anniversary The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has felicitated with Chief Chijioke James Umeh (Ike Abam) on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. In a statement signed by him on Wednesday, Rep Osonwa described Chief Umeh as an illustrious son of Abam, a respected community leader, and a philanthropist whose contributions to development and service to humanity remain commendable. He noted that Chief Umeh, popularly known as Ike Abam, has consistently demonstrated commitment to the progress of Abam,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived  Owerri, the capital of Imo State, on Tuesday, September 30, to commission a series of projects completed under Governor Hope Uzodimma’s administration and to participate in the launch of a book authored by the governor. A statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the President on information and strategy, confirmed the visit. “President Bola Tinubu will today pay a working visit to Owerri, Imo State, where he will commission several legacy projects by Governor Hope Uzodimma and launch a book authored by the Governor,” the statement read. The projects slated for commissioning include…

PHOTOS: President Tinubu arrives Imo for official visit President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday arrived at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri, Imo State, for a one-day working visit. The presidential aircraft touched down at exactly 12:52 p.m. During the visit, the President is scheduled to inaugurate key infrastructure projects, including the reconstructed 60-kilometre dual carriage Owerri-Mbaise-Umuahia Federal Road, the Assumpta Flyover, and the newly built 6,000-capacity Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Conference Centre, all executed by Governor Hope Uzodimma. The President will also attend the public presentation of Uzodimma’s book, “A Decade of Impactful Progressive Governance in Nigeria,” which documents Nigeria’s…

The Nigerian media industry has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a news anchor, reporter, and producer with ARISE News Channel, who was killed during an armed robbery at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja. Maduagwu, fondly called “Sommie” by colleagues, was attacked in the early hours of Monday. She was 29 years old. Confirming the development in a statement, ARISE News described her as “a cherished member of the ARISE News family” whose voice “engaged and connected with our viewers.” The statement added: “Sommie’s voice is now silent but her spirit,…

Audiomack Again Deletes Verydarkman Song Titled “Papa J” Made Against Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin Worldwide digital streaming platforms Audiomack Limited and Audiomack Africa Limited have deleted all versions of the trending song titled Papa J and associated videos made by social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, from their platforms. The song was made against Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin. This administrative action by Audiomack Limited was taken following the spirited efforts of the legal counsel for Prophet Jeremiah, human rights lawyer Samuel Ihensekhien Junior, who communicated with Audiomack Limited regarding the recent actions of Verydarkman against his…

Abia at 34: Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa Congratulates Abians, Lauds Gov Otti The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has congratulated the people of Abia State on the occasion of the state’s 34th anniversary. In his goodwill message, Osonwa praised the resilience, industry, and unity of Abians, noting that the state has continued to grow stronger since its creation in 1991. He described Abians as a people blessed with abundant human and natural resources whose contributions to national development remain invaluable. The lawmaker also commended Governor Alex Otti for what he described…