Category: Politics
Orji Kalu Thanks Supporters After Landslide Victory at the Party Primary Election
Senator Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu has expressed deep appreciation to party faithful, delegates, stakeholders, and the people of Abia North following his overwhelming victory in the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election. Kalu, who emerged victorious against challenger Philip Nto, recorded commanding results across the five local government areas of Ohafia, Arochukwu, Bende, Isikwuato,…
APC Primary: Senator Orji Uzor Kalu Defeats Philip Nto by Wide Margin Across Five Abia North LGAs
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for Abia North Senatorial District, defeating his challenger, Philip Nto, by a wide margin across the five local government areas that make up the district. Results collated from the primary election showed overwhelming support for Senator Kalu in Ohafia, Arochukwu,…
2027 Election: Orji Uzor Kalu, Godswill Akpabio Scale Through APC Screening
Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has successfully scaled through the screening exercise conducted by the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general election and the party’s primary elections. Kalu disclosed this after appearing before the party’s screening committee alongside the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, the…
Senator Kalu condemns xenophobic attacks in South Africa, urges swift government action
Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has strongly condemned the recent wave of xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians in South Africa, describing them as unprovoked and unacceptable. Speaking on the floor of the Nigerian Senate on Tuesday, Kalu joined fellow lawmakers in denouncing the attacks and calling for immediate, coordinated…
APC National Overrules Abia SWC, Cancels Controversial Zoning Directive
The National Leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has overturned a controversial zoning directive earlier issued by the Abia State Working Committee of the party, directing an immediate return to the status quo. In an official statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Uche Aguoru, the party said the decision followed widespread concerns raised…
Should We Be Worried Over Benjamin Kalu’s Penchant for Matching the Heads of Those Who Made Him?
In our rooted Igbo culture, there is a serious warning captured in the proverb: “Nwata bulie nna ya elu, ngongwo na ngwongwo awuchie ya anya.” This literally means, “If a child lifts his father up, the father’s loincloth will cover his eyes.” It is a metaphor for the shame, confusion, and ultimate disappointment that awaits…
Senator Kalu Gets Presidential Mandate to Lead APC in Abia Ahead of 2027 Elections
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given Senator Orji Uzor Kalu the mandate to coordinate the activities of the All Progressives Congress in Abia State
2027, The Fear of Loosing Election: a Look at Otti-Kalu Political Contrast as Governors
In the current Abia State politics, the moves being made today are as revealing as the history that shaped the state in the post-military era. As we approach the 2027 election, there seems to be an emerging sharp contrast between the sitting Governor, Alex Otti, and the state’s political father, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (OUK)….
Otti Supports Tinubu, Says He Won’t Oppose His 2027 Re-election Bid
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has declared that he will not oppose President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid in 2027, citing his own re-election ambitions as a reason for his position. The Labour Party governor made the statement on Friday during the March edition of his monthly media chat titled “Governor Otti Speaks” at Government House,…
Orji Uzor Kalu Pushes for Stronger Nigeria – China Economic Ties as He Hosts Chinese Ambassador
The Senator representing Abia North, and former Abia State Governor, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to further strengthen Nigeria’s trade and economic relations with China, emphasising the strategic importance of deepening bilateral cooperation for national development. Kalu made the call while hosting the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai,…