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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…

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…