Year: 2026
Kalu Consolidates APC Structures in Abia to Bolster Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid
In a decisive move to solidify the political scenery of the Southeast ahead of the 2027 general elections, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has convened a high-level strategic stakeholders’ meeting at his country home in Igbere, Abia State. The gathering on March 13, brought together the core leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside the…
2027: Tagging Abia North Voters As “Mad People” Shows Bourdex Isn’t Ready for Senate – Think Tank Group
A sociopolitical think tank, Abia North Peace Foundation, has strongly condemned remarks made by David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex, describing his comments as disrespectful, reckless and unbecoming of anyone seeking to represent the people of Abia North Senatorial District in the Senate. The group was reacting to a Facebook post attributed to Bourdex in which he…
Your Strength Lights the Path for a Better Tomorrow: Orji Kalu Celebrates Women
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, has celebrated the remarkable contributions of women to families, communities, and the nation on the occasion of International Women’s Day. In a message released on Saturday, Senator Kalu paid special tribute to his mother, whose prayers, sacrifices, and guidance, he said, laid the foundation of his…
Triumph of Perseverance: Ik Ogbonna Earns PhD in Human Resources and Personnel Management.
In a remarkable display of resilience and unwavering determination, a well acknowledged journalist and PR Practitioner, Ik Ogbonna has earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Resources and Personnel Management from Imo State University (IMSU). The milestone marks the glorious conclusion of a journey that began over a decade ago, survived setbacks, and ultimately…
Peter Obi’s Attack: DSS Arrests Man Who Claimed Responsibility, Threatened to Kill Him
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a suspect in connection with the recent attack on Peter Obi in Benin, the Edo state capital. Last Tuesday, Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator of the Obidient movement, said Obi and some chieftains of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) were attacked at the residence of John Odigie-Oyegun, a…
Kalu Champions Accountability and Reform at Senate Finance Committee Session
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on March 2 played a prominent role in proceedings at the Senate Committee on Finance, reinforcing his commitment to institutional accountability, fairness, and economic reform. The session, chaired by Senator Sani Musa, brought key financial institutions under legislative scrutiny, including the Corporate Affairs Commission, the Ministry of Finance Incorporated, and the…
Okeite: Court Jails Native Doctor, Akwaokuko for 12 Years, Orders Demolition of Shrine
A High Court sitting in Awka, Anambra State, has sentenced popular native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, widely known as Akwaokuko Tiwara Aki, to 12 years prison term. Justice Jude Obiora convicted him on six of the charges brought before the court, specifically counts 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, and imposed a two-year sentence for…
We Must Ensure That SEDC’s Plans Translate to Industries, Jobs, Security – OUK Says as He Chairs Budget Defence
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on South East Development Commission, has emphasised the need to ensure that the commission’s budget proposals translate into tangible outcomes including roads, industries, jobs, security, and real prosperity for the Southeast region. Senator Kalu made the statement on Tuesday whilst presiding over the budget defence session…
Sit‑at‑home breach: Anambra shuts spare‑parts market for one week
The Anambra State Government has ordered the closure of the Nnewi Auto Spare Parts Market, Nkwo in the commercial city of Nnewi, for one week following traders’ failure to comply with the state government’s directive to disregard the Monday sit-at-home order. The order for the closure was handed down on Monday, during an on-site visit…
#FCTDecides2026: PDP Candidate Wins Gwagwalada Area Council Chairmanship
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Mohammed Kasim, has won the Gwagwalada Area Council chairmanship in the local government elections held across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Sunday. Mr Kashim polled 22,165 votes to defeat his rivals in the election. The PDP defeated its contender from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Yahaya Shehu, who…