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Abia at 35: Orji Kalu Put Abia Firmly in National Conversation, Made It Punch Above Its Weight, State Declined After He Left – Chidoka
Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has described the administration of former Abia State Governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, as a defining period in the state’s political history, saying Kalu put Abia firmly in the national conversation and made the state punch above its weight. Chidoka also observed that the momentum recorded during the Kalu…
Abia APC: Reality Organisation Rejects Chukwu’s Reconciliation, Demands SWC Dissolution
The Reality Organisation has rejected the recent reconciliation move by the Chijioke Chukwu-led State Working Committee (SWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, describing it as a “face-saving exercise” following its earlier threat to discipline Senator Orji Uzor Kalu. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Dimgba Okereke, the group said the…
Nigerian Youths Are Resilient: Orji Kalu Celebrates International Youth Day
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, has celebrated Nigerian youths on the occasion of International Youth Day, commending their resilience, innovation, and determination in contributing to national development despite challenging economic circumstances. In a message posted on his official Facebook page, Senator Kalu expressed admiration for millions of Nigerian youths whose courage…
University Don Commends Orji Kalu’s Investment in Education
…says it is the best form of empowerment A university lecturer, Professor Kalu Eni, has described Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s sustained investment in education, youth development and women empowerment as the most effective and enduring form of empowerment, saying it offers long-term benefits that outlive material handouts. In an article published on electronic media, on…
Senator Orji Kalu Welcomes First Lady Oluremi Tinubu To Abia State
The Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has welcomed the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, to Abia State on the occasion of her visit to the Akwete Weaving Cooperative Society in Akwete, Ukwa East Local Government Area. Senator Kalu in a statement…
Orji Kalu Condemns Attacks on Nigerians in South Africa, Demands Full Compensation
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has strongly condemned the recurring attacks on Nigerians and their businesses in South Africa, calling on the South African government to fully compensate victims whose properties and investments have been destroyed over the years. Kalu made the call on the floor of the Senate while contributing to a motion sponsored by…
MasterCard to Train Five Million Businesses as President Tinubu Assures Government’s Support
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged the Federal Government’s support for Mastercard’s initiative to train five million Nigerian businesses in digital skills, describing the programme as a major step towards empowering young people and integrating more small businesses into the digital economy. The President gave the assurance on Tuesday while receiving a delegation from Mastercard…
Tinubu Appoints Former UNILAG Vice-Chancellor Ogundipe as NUC Chairman
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos, Professor Oluwatoyin Temitayo Ogundipe, as Chairman of the Governing Board of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Nigeria’s regulatory agency for university education. The appointment was announced in a statement dated June 22, 2026, and signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information…
Nigeria Police Ban Officers From Creating Social Media Content
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has banned police officers from creating or making money from content posted on social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube if they identify themselves as members of the Nigeria Police Force. Officers who break this rule face dismissal, demotion, loss of salary and possible prosecution. The…
Democracy Day: Senator Orji Kalu Salutes Nigerians’ Courage, Calls for Hope, Unity
Former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has commended Nigerians for their resilience, patience and faith in the nation despite the economic and security challenges confronting the country. In a Democracy Day message issued on Friday, the former Senate Chief Whip described June 12 as a…