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Dec
23
2025
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Gov Otti to Grace Atuegwu Age Grade Ibanyi Ogo Ceremony in Ohafia

Gov Otti to Grace Atuegwu Age Grade Ibanyi Ogo Ceremony in Ohafia

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Gov Otti to Grace Atuegwu Age Grade Ibanyi Ogo Ceremony in Ohafia Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, will on Monday serve as Special Guest of Honour at the Ibanyi Ogo ceremony of the Atuegwu Age Grade, Amaekpu–Ohafia. The event is scheduled to hold on Monday, December 29, 2025, by 12 noon at Okpocha Square, Amaekpu–Ohafia, and will be chaired by Dr. Liberty O. Udochu. In a press statement, the Chairman of the Media and Publicity Committee of the age grade, Deacon Okwara Amogu, said the ceremony will attract dignitaries from across the country who will gather to witness what he…
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Dec
22
2025
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Amb. Osita Offor, UAAP Celebrate Uche Ogah at Birthday

Amb. Osita Offor, UAAP Celebrate Uche Ogah at Birthday

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Amb. Osita Offor, UAAP Celebrate Uche Ogah at Birthday   Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor and members of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum have joined other well-wishers to celebrate the birthday of former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Sampson Uche Ogah.   In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, Amb. Dr. Offor, popularly known as “De Ultimate Commander,” on behalf of UAAP, described Dr. Ogah as a distinguished public servant whose career has been marked by commitment to national development and community service. The forum said Dr. Ogah, a foundation member of UAAP,…
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Dec
20
2025
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Church Proud of Senator Orji Kalu’s Service to Humanity — Bishop Eke

Church Proud of Senator Orji Kalu’s Service to Humanity — Bishop Eke

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Church Proud of Senator Orji Kalu’s Service to Humanity — Bishop Eke   Bishop Silas Eke has said Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s conduct during the recent budget presentation by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, where he offered prayers for the nation, clearly reflects his strong Christian faith and commitment to Nigeria.   According to the cleric, the lawmaker has remained a patriotic Nigerian who loves his country and his religion in equal measure, describing him as a God-fearing leader who has consistently made himself available as a vessel to serve humanity.   Speaking in Umuahia on Saturday, Bishop Eke said the…
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Dec
13
2025
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Abia North: No South East Senator Has Done More Than Orji Kalu – Aide

Abia North: No South East Senator Has Done More Than Orji Kalu – Aide

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The lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has recorded more impactful developmental interventions than any other senator from the South East, an aide of the former Abia state governor, has said. The aide, Sunny Idika, stated this on Friday while addressing Ohafia Summit, a prominent think-tank forum comprising eminent scholars, community leaders and international journalists. According to him, the senator facilitated a foreign direct investment estimated at about 500 million dollars into Abia North, noting that the investment is already yielding tangible results across several sectors. He explained that projects linked to…
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Dec
10
2025
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EXCLUSIVE: Former Councillor Uduma Uguru Files Petition to Abia Governor Alex Otti Alleging Assault, Torture and Kidnapping

EXCLUSIVE: Former Councillor Uduma Uguru Files Petition to Abia Governor Alex Otti Alleging Assault, Torture and Kidnapping

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A former councillor in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State, UdumaUguru, has petitioned Governor Alex Otti alleging that he suffered inhuman and physical torture in the hands of Councilor Eke Daniel Urum and a gang of Amaekpu Ohafia youths, which he alleged was orchestrated by Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, the Deputy Governor of Abia State. In the petition obtained by The Whisperer on Tuesday, Mr Uduma Uguru, who described himself as a native of Okagwe Ohafia in Ohafia LGA, a former councillor, and a law-abiding citizen, wrote that he decided to draw the governor’s attention to the ordeal inflicted on…
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Dec
05
2025
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Chief Obinna Oriaku Reacts As Presidency Replaces His Nomination For Federal Character Commission

Chief Obinna Oriaku Reacts As Presidency Replaces His Nomination For Federal Character Commission

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Chief Obinna Oriaku Reacts As Presidency Replaces His Nomination For Federal Character Commission   Former Abia State Commissioner for Finance, Chief Obinna Oriaku, has reacted to the withdrawal of his nomination as Abia State’s representative on the Federal Character Commission (FCC), describing the development as another reminder of the challenges faced by public officials who insist on transparency and accountability. Oriaku, who was screened and confirmed by the Senate last week, said he was informed on Tuesday morning by one of the senators from the state that the Presidency had transmitted a fresh communication announcing his replacement. In a statement…
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Dec
02
2025
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Ambassadorial List: Bishop Eke Hails Tinubu For South-East Inclusiveness, Commends Nomination Of Neya Kalu, Says Church Is Praying For The President

Ambassadorial List: Bishop Eke Hails Tinubu For South-East Inclusiveness, Commends Nomination Of Neya Kalu, Says Church Is Praying For The President

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Ambassadorial List: Bishop Eke Hails Tinubu For South-East Inclusiveness, Commends Nomination Of Neya Kalu, Says Church Is Praying For The President   Abia-born cleric and General Overseer of Kingly People’s Assembly, Bishop Silas Eke, has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating Barr. Neya Uzor Kalu as a non-career ambassador, describing the gesture as “a clear demonstration that the President is not marginalising the South-East.” Speaking to journalists in Umuahia, the respected cleric said the decision of the President to include multiple nominees from the South-East in the 32-man ambassadorial list is “a bold message of national inclusion, equity, and…
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Dec
02
2025
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JUST IN: Defence Minister Badaru Resigns, Gives Reason

JUST IN: Defence Minister Badaru Resigns, Gives Reason

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JUST IN: Defence Minister Badaru Resigns, Gives Reason    BADARU ABUBAKAR, DEFENCE MINISTER, RESIGNS Nigeria's defence minister, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned his appointment, with immediate effect. In a letter dated December 1, sent to President Bola Tinubu, Abubakar said he was quitting on health grounds. President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and thanked Abubakar for his services to the nation. President Tinubu will likely inform the Senate of Badaru's successor later this week. Badaru Abubakar, 63, was a two-term governor of Jigawa state from 2015 to 2023. He was appointed as a minister on August 21, 2023, by…
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Dec
01
2025
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IGP Egbetokun Orders Probe of Kennedy Iyere over Alleged N113.5m Fraud

IGP Egbetokun Orders Probe of Kennedy Iyere over Alleged N113.5m Fraud

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IGP Egbetokun Orders Probe of Kennedy Iyere over Alleged N113.5m Fraud The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the activities of the convener of the ‘40 Million Ballot Movement’ and founder of the ‘Youths Off The Street Initiative (YOTSI),’ Comrade Kennedy Iyere, following petitions alleging criminal breach of trust, obtaining by false pretence, cheating, and impersonation. The directive was issued after Valencia Hotels and several other alleged victims petitioned the police chief, accusing Iyere of defrauding them and describing him as “a serial fraudster.” In a petition dated November 12, 2025, titled “Further…
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Nov
30
2025
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President Tinubu’s Nomination of Barr. Neya Kalu As Ambassador-Designate Draws Nationwide Commendations From Eminent Scholars, APC, Others

President Tinubu’s Nomination of Barr. Neya Kalu As Ambassador-Designate Draws Nationwide Commendations From Eminent Scholars, APC, Others

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President Tinubu’s Nomination of Barr. Neya Kalu As Ambassador-Designate Draws Nationwide Commendations From Eminent Scholars, APC, Others   A wave of high-profile commendations has continued to trail President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nomination of Barrister Neya Uzor Kalu as a non-career ambassador, with political leaders, academics, groups and community stakeholders describing the appointment as a boost for youth inclusion, gender balance, and merit-based national service.   In separate statements issued across the country, prominent voices praised the President for what they termed a “clear demonstration of commitment to empowering a new generation of competent Nigerian leaders.” Professor Adamu Usman, speaking from…
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