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PHOTOS: Massive crowd as Arochukwu stands still for Sen Orji Kalu

PHOTOS: Massive crowd as Arochukwu stands still for Sen Orji Kalu

Massive crowd welcomed the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) Abia North Senatorial Candidate, Orji Uzor Kalu to Aro Ancient Kingdom, Arochukwu Local Government Area on Sunday for his re-election campaign. Obinkita town hall was filled to capacity as thousands of his supporters thronged the venue to lend support for Orji Uzor Kalu's re-election bid. The hall erupted into rapturous joy the moment Kalu made his entrance into the campaign venue. At Asaga Arochukwu, Senator Kalu arrived the village square to a tumultuous welcome. The huge crowd cheered him and chanted his name. Kalu, who is the Chief Whip of the Senate…
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2023: Sen Orji Kalu’s endorsements soars as Senator rounds off Isuikwuato campaign tour at Ikeagha, Achara, others(Photos)

2023: Sen Orji Kalu’s endorsements soars as Senator rounds off Isuikwuato campaign tour at Ikeagha, Achara, others(Photos)

Endorsements for the return of Senator representing Abia-North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu to the National Assembly soared on Saturday as the Senate Chief Whip transversed through additional wards in Isuikwuato LGAs whilst engaging constituents on the need to cast their ballots for his reelection. While interfacing with the people, Kalu took stock of various infrastructural projects executed in their communities and gave assurances to construct additional routes. Kalu the candidate of the All Progressive's Congress (APC) got the backing of his constituents while making the final lap of his campaign tour of the 21 Wards of Isuikwuato Local Government Area…
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2023: Bishop Nwamkpa Reveals His Blueprint For Progressive Abia State

2023: Bishop Nwamkpa Reveals His Blueprint For Progressive Abia State

The reality is upon us for a new leader of conscience to emerge in Abia state. Most public officeholders buy their way into the office and instead of working for the people, enrich their pockets to the woe and detriment of the people. The 1999 Nigerian Constitution as amended emphasizes that the welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of the government. When elected leaders strive to recuperate their investments and accumulate profit at the expense of the people, that section of the Constitution becomes a hoax, eroded, and rendered ineffective. But all hope is not lost. Every…
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CBN Vows To End Circulation Of Old Notes Jan 31

CBN Vows To End Circulation Of Old Notes Jan 31

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said there is no going back on the January 31 deadline for old naira notes. The apex bank has been under pressure to shift the deadline over the scarcity of new naira notes. Earlier on Saturday, the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) joined those calling for an extension of the deadline for the expiration and collection of old naira notes. In a statement issued by Mallam Bello Galadanci, Publicity Secretary, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Kano State Chapter, on Saturday, the group said the January 31 deadline set by the Federal Government had almost grounded…
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Abia North: ‘You’re unstoppable’, Umuasua, Eluama, others reassure Sen Orji Kalu

Abia North: ‘You’re unstoppable’, Umuasua, Eluama, others reassure Sen Orji Kalu

The Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Uzor Kalu on Friday intensified his reelection campaign with a visit to seven wards in Isikwuato Local Government Area. Kalu, who is the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), visited Nulya Amaiyi Obinaohia ward 5, Mgbelu Umunnekwu ward 11, Umunnekwu Agbo ward 6, Eluama ward 4, Obialiugo ward 12, Otamba ward 3 and Umuasua ward, where the people reassured him of their overwhelming support, declaring him as "unstoppable" Receiving Senator Kalu at Nulya Amaiyi Obinaohia ward, the Isikwuato Chapter Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Royal Okereke vowed to deliver…
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Supreme Court Upholds Sam Onuigbo As APC Abia Central Senatorial Candidate

Supreme Court Upholds Sam Onuigbo As APC Abia Central Senatorial Candidate

The Supreme Court has upheld the Court of Appeal judgement which awarded the All Progressives Congress Abia Central Senatorial District ticket to Sam Onuigbo. The Supreme Court delivered two Appeal judgements against Emeka Atuma in Favour of Onuigbo on Friday. Affirming the judgement of the Court of Appeal Owerri Division, Justice Coram Agim said that Onuigbo is the Legal and Rightful Candidate of the APC for Abia Central Senatorial District. The Court of Appeal sitting in Owerri, Imo State capital, had sacked Atuma as the candidate of the APC for Abia Central Senatorial race. According to the Court of Appeal,…
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2023: Abia PDP fixes date for fresh guber primary

2023: Abia PDP fixes date for fresh guber primary

The Abia State Chapter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has fixed February 4th for a fresh governorship primary to pick a replacement for late Professor Uchenna Ikonne, THE WHISPERER has learnt. The date was picked after a stakeholders meeting on Friday afternoon in Umuahia. Confirming the date to THE WHISPERER, a chieftain of the party who refused to be named said: "Our primary would hold on 4th February. So far, we have four people in the race." The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has announced that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Abia State chapter should conduct a fresh primary…
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BREAKING: Osun tribunal sacks Adeleke, declares Oyetola governor

BREAKING: Osun tribunal sacks Adeleke, declares Oyetola governor

The Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has voided the election of Governor Ademola Adeleke and declared Gboyega Oyetola as the winner of the election. The tribunal, on Friday in Osogbo, annulled the result declared by the electoral commission (INEC), which gave victory in the 16 June 2022 election to Mr Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The tribunal directed INEC to withdraw the certificate of return issued to Mr Adeleke and his deputy, Kola Adewusi, both of whom had been sworn in. The panel led by Justice Terste Kume directed that the certificate of return should instead be…
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2023: Those contesting against you are wasting their time, constituents tell Sen Orji Kalu

2023: Those contesting against you are wasting their time, constituents tell Sen Orji Kalu

People of Abia North Senatorial Zone have lauded the Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Uzor Kalu for his effective representation in less than four years at the National Assembly, urging his opponents to withdraw from the senatorial race. The constituents expressed their appreciation on Thursday when Senator Kalu visited some wards in Isikwuato Local Government Area in commencement of his 2023 reelection campaign. The wards visited by Senator Kalu include: Ogudu-asa ward 5, Acha/Amachara ward 16, Ezere ward 2, Ovim ward 15, Imenyi ward 1, Imenyi ward 2 and 14, where the people maintained that those contesting against him…
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PHOTOS: Sen Orji Kalu Begins Reelection Campaign At Isikwuato Council Area

PHOTOS: Sen Orji Kalu Begins Reelection Campaign At Isikwuato Council Area

The Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu on Thursday began his reelection campaign at Isikwuato Ward 5 (Ogudu-asa) in Isikwuato Local Government Area. Kalu and his team arrived Amaigbo school field—the campaign venue at around 4pm with cheers from supporters and party faithfuls. Welcoming the former Abia State Governor, The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Isikwuato Local Government Area, Hon. Royal Okereke assured Senator Kalu of their support and vowed to deliver the local government for the party. According to him, Kalu's outstanding performance would give the party maximum victory at the polls. He…
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