Category: OPINION - Page 2 - FAMOUS REPORTERS

Aug

2025

THE MAN E.C.K: Barrier Breaker And Abia North Rising Star

OPINION#AbiaNorthSenatorial, #ECKFoundation

THE MAN E.C.K: Barrier Breaker And Abia North Rising Star Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu is not just a name; he is a formidable force and an indomitable icon in Abia North's political landscape. As the rising star of the region, he embodies the long overdue change. E.C.K. possesses a rare ability to transform challenges into opportunities, with a wealth of experience that resonates across various sectors locally and internationally. He is truly the man for the season, ready to elevate Abia North beyond the grips of political charlatans and sycophants. His arrival signals a new dawn for the people…

Aug

2025

By Famous Reporters

How Lawful Is The Alleged Lifetime Ban By The Airline Operators Of Nigeria (Aon) On An Offending Passenger?

OPINION#Dr.MondayUbani, #Kwam1, #WasiuAyindeMarshal

How Lawful Is The Alleged Lifetime Ban By The Airline Operators Of Nigeria (Aon) On An Offending Passenger? The recent unruly conduct of passengers during domestic flights in Nigeria has raised legitimate concerns about acceptable in-flight behaviour, aviation safety, and appropriate disciplinary measures. Two recent cases stand out: that of Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (Kwam 1), and Ms. Comfort Emmanson, both accused of breaches of aviation regulations resulting in flight disruptions. While Kwam 1 was allegedly placed on a six-month “no-fly” list by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, Ms. Comfort Emmanson…

Aug

2025

By Famous Reporters

CHIEF EMEKA CHARLES KALU: (E.C.K) – Ens Rationis Cum Fundamento In Re

OPINION#Dr.EmekaCharlesKalu, #ECKFoundation, #EmekaCharlesKaluFoundation

CHIEF EMEKA CHARLES KALU: (E.C.K) - ENS RATIONIS CUM FUNDAMENTO IN RE The name Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, a being of reason with foundation in reality, strikes a chord of rationality with humanity. First, Chief Emeka Charles Kalu's actions and reactions to issues are founded on reality. This underscores his recent statement supporting the Governor of Abia State by applauding his development strides cutting across the state. This reality will be made manifest in 2027 when the good people of Abia North Senatorial Zone will test and feel the impact of having a representative who has the foundational training of…

Aug

2025

By Famous Reporters

Taking Governance Beyond Partisanship To Performance And Service Delivery I.

OPINION, POLITICS

Rewriting Abia State’s Narrative Through Exceptional Governance: The Alex Otti Spectacle. Since his inauguration on May 29, 2023, as Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti has made remarkable strides across Infrastructure, Healthcare, Education, Security and Economic Reform. With a technocratic background and a vision for sustainable transformation, his tenure is already being described as “unprecedented” by Traditional Rulers, Political Operators, Civil Society Advocates, Stakeholders and Critics alike. A Vision Rooted in Reform and Delivery. Governance under Dr. Otti is characterised by professionalism, data‑driven decision‐making and transparency. Former Banker turned Governor, he has brought Private‐sector discipline to the public square.He states his covenant…

Aug

2025

By Famous Reporters

VEILED TRUTHS AND CONFLICTING VOWS: The Paradox Of Nigeria’s Oath Of Secrecy And FOI

OPINION#1999Constitution, #CEHRAWS, #FOI, #FreedomofInformationAct, #LegalDoctrines, #OkoyeChukaPeter, #PPDC, #PublicandPrivateDevelopmentCentre, #TheParadoxOfNigeria'sOathOfSecrecyAndFOI

VEILED TRUTHS AND CONFLICTING VOWS: The Paradox Of Nigeria's Oath Of Secrecy And FOI By Okoye, Chuka Peter In the ever-enigmatic theatre of Nigerian governance, two legal scripts often seem to run simultaneously, sometimes in harmony, but more often in discord. On one hand, we have the solemnly recited Oath of Secrecy binding civil servants to confidentiality; on the other, the audacious Freedom of Information Act, 2011 (FOIA) empowering citizens to demand transparency. And thus, in this grand production of constitutional democracy, we are left to ask: can you swear to hide, and swear to reveal, under the same Constitution?…

Aug

2025

By Famous Reporters

Pension Benefits for Politicians: A Moral Wickedness Against Society

OPINION#Pension, #PensionBenefitsForPoliticians

Pension Benefits for Politicians: A Moral Wickedness Against Society By Paschal Ifeanyi Nwosu Esq The greatest happiness of the greatest number is the foundation of morals and legislations', says, Jeremy Bentham , implying that leadership wickedness undermines the greatest happiness of the greatest number . This is often the case where legislative power is abused inappropriately to better the lives of the privileged few to the detriment of the polity . The greater good is bedeviled by political criminality perpetrated by politicians that have insulated theirselves from the emasculating poverty , hardship and economic dysfunction in our polity by creating…

Aug

2025

By Famous Reporters

Philanthropy and Politics: Chief Emeka Kalu’s Political Permutations

OPINION"Dr.Kalu’spoliticalPermutations, #ChiefDrEmekaKalu, #DrEmekaKalu'sHumanitarianOutreaches, #ECKFoundation, revolution

Philanthropy and Politics: Chief Emeka Kalu’s Political Permutations Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu emerges as one of Nigeria’s most influential political thinkers and philanthropists, with insights and political maneuvers that redefine leadership and governance in contemporary Nigeria, particularly in the Southeast. In an era marked by socio-economic challenges and a demand for political renewal, Kalu’s approach seamlessly integrates visionary thinking, community-centered values, and strategic innovation. At the core of Dr. Kalu’s leadership philosophy lies the Igbo maxim “Onye Ahala Nwanne Ya,” which translates to “let no one leave their brother behind.” This powerful principle fuels his unwavering commitment to humanitarian…

Jun

2025

By Famous Reporters

Sandra Njoku-Samuel: A New Breed of Media Leader

OPINION#Media, #SandraNjoku-Samuel, #Tourism

Sandra Njoku-Samuel: A New Breed of Media Leader In a world where communication shapes perception and perception builds nations, Sandra Njoku-Samuel stands tall as one of Nigeria’s most compelling young voices in media strategy and cultural diplomacy. With a career defined by creativity, service, and grit, Sandra currently serves as the Media Strategist to the Honourable Minister on Media & Communications, Office of the Honourable Minister, Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy. Sandra is more than a strategist—she is a bridge between tradition and transformation, wielding the power of words, visuals, and strategic storytelling to spotlight…

Jun

2025

By Famous Reporters

Is Orji Uzor Kalu: A Trojan Horse in APC’s 2027 Ambitions?

OPINION#AllprogressivesCongress, #BolaAhmedTinubu, #Dr.AlexOtti, #Dr.OrjiUzorKalu, #DrPeterObi, #LabourParty

Is Orji Uzor Kalu: A Trojan Horse in APC’s 2027 Ambitions? In the complex dance of Nigerian politics, few figures have mastered the art of ambiguity like Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, the former governor of Abia State and now the Senator representing Abia North. Kalu’s recent political maneuvers raise serious questions about his loyalty, not only to the All Progressives Congress (APC) but to the strategic interests of the Southeast under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. During a recent national television interview, Kalu was asked to respond to Labour Party’s Peter Obi and his increasingly pointed criticisms of the Tinubu…

May

2025

By Famous Reporters

Re -“2027: Ben Kalu’s Needless Battle With Southeast Governors” – Response to Misguided Diatribe

OPINION#BenjaminKalu, #BolaAhmedTinubu, #Dr.AlexOtti

Re - “2027: Ben Kalu’s Needless Battle With Southeast Governors” –Response to Misguided Diatribe By Uche Aguoru The recent article titled “2027: Ben Kalu’s Needless Battle With Southeast Governors” is, without mincing words, an unfortunate cocktail of political mischief, misplaced fears, and a glaringly weak attempt to malign the towering image of Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. What masquerades as analysis is in fact a labored screed from a clearly biased Labour Party sympathizer who is struggling to suppress the uncomfortable truth of Benjamin Kalu’s rising political influence. not just in Abia State, but across the Southeast region. Let us,…