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Jul

19

2026

Ikwuano Revenue Collector Alleges Extortion by Mayor Anthony Nwaubani, Claims Threat to Life

METRO, POLITICS#AbiaState, #AnthonyNwaubani, #CorruptionAllegations, #IhechiIgbokwe, #IkwuanoRevenue, #InvestigativeJournalism, #LocalGovernment, #MrsNnennaNwaubani

Ikwuano Revenue Collector Alleges Extortion by Mayor Anthony Nwaubani, Claims Threat to Life By Our Correspondent "I fear for my life. If anything happens to me, let the world know why I spoke out." Those chilling words from an Ikwuano revenue collector have sparked fresh controversy as he levels serious allegations against top local government officials. A revenue collector in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, Prince Ihechi. Igbokwe, has publicly appealed for protection after making a series of serious allegations recently in Ikwuano LGA of Abia State, against the council's Mayor, Dr. Anthony Nwaubani, and other officials. Igbokwe…

Jul

18

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC to Gov Otti: “Abia Workers Deserve Dignity, Not Poverty” Amid ₦22,000 Salary

POLITICS#AlexOtti, #APC, #LabourPartyCrisis

APC to Gov Otti: “Abia Workers Deserve Dignity, Not Poverty” Amid ₦22,000 Salary As Nigeria grapples with rising living costs, the Abia State chapter of the APC has accused Governor Alex Otti's administration of failing workers, alleging that some civil servants still earn as little as ₦22,000 monthly while pension arrears and other welfare issues remain unresolved. The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a strongly worded open letter to Governor Alex Otti, accusing his administration of neglecting workers' welfare despite the state's growing revenue. In the statement, the opposition party alleged that some civil…

Jul

17

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG President Otiti Warns Journalists Against Political Manipulation

POLITICS#AkpovokeOtiti, #CredibleJournalism, #DigitalMedia, #GOMEPNG, #Journalism, #MediaEthics, #OnlineMedia, #PoliticalManipulation

GOMEP-NG President Otiti Warns Journalists Against Political Manipulation As concerns grow over political influence in Nigeria's media landscape, the President of the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG), Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, has issued a strong warning to journalists and online publishers. He urged media professionals to reject financial inducements and political manipulation, insisting that the credibility of journalism depends on truth, fairness and ethical reporting. Can journalists remain independent in an era of increasing political influence? GOMEP-NG President Akpovoke Otiti believes they must. His latest warning challenges media professionals to reject financial inducements, uphold ethics and…

Jul

16

2026

By Famous Reporters

Obi Charles Withdraws from Ikwuano Youth Election, Alleges Threats, Disenfranchisement

POLITICS#CommunityLeadership, #Election2026, #IDUFYouthWing, #IkwuanoDevelopmentUnion, #IkwuanoNews, #IkwuanoYouthElection, #ObiCharles, #YouthLeadership

Obi Charles Withdraws from Ikwuano Youth Election, Alleges Threats, Disenfranchisement Just hours before the highly anticipated Ikwuano Development Union Federated (IDU-F) Youth Wing election, one of the leading aspirants, Maazi Obi Charles, has dramatically withdrawn from the race. Alleging threats to his life, intimidation of his supporters, and the disenfranchisement of delegates from his clan, the aspirant says he would rather step aside than allow the election to endanger lives or undermine democratic principles. Maazi Obi Charles withdrew from the Ikwuano Development Union Federated (IDU-F) Youth Wing presidential election, alleging threats to his safety, intimidation of his supporters, and the…

Jul

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

ADC Crisis Deepens as Aspirants Petition INEC Over Candidate Substitution

POLITICS#2027Elections, #ADC, #ADCPrimaries, #AfricanDemocraticCongress, #CandidateSubstitution, #INEC, #InternalDemocracy, #SenatorDavidMark

ADC Crisis Deepens as Aspirants Petition INEC Over Candidate Substitution A fresh political storm is brewing inside the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as aggrieved aspirants from six states accuse party leaders of replacing candidates allegedly cleared by the party's Appeal Committee. With petitions now before the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the dispute threatens to test the credibility of the ADC's internal democracy ahead of the elections. Why are ADC aspirants petitioning INEC?Aggrieved African Democratic Congress (ADC) aspirants from Nasarawa, Kogi, Cross River, Anambra, Oyo and Lagos states have petitioned INEC, alleging that candidates affirmed by the party's National Working…

Jul

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Felicitates Ben Igbakpa on Tinubu Door-to-Door Campaign Appointment in Delta

POLITICS#APC, #BenIgbakpa, #BolaAhmedTinubu, #DeltaState, #DoorToDoorCampaign, #GOMEPNG, #RenewedHope, #Tinubu

GOMEP-NG Felicitates Ben Igbakpa on Tinubu Door-to-Door Campaign Appointment in Delta Ben Igbakpa's latest political appointment has attracted fresh attention, with GOMEP-NG describing it as a reward for years of leadership, grassroots service and political dedication in Delta State. Political stakeholders continue to react to key appointments ahead of future electoral activities, and one of the latest endorsements has come from the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG). The media body has congratulated former House of Representatives member, Rt. Hon. Ben Igbakpa, following his appointment as Delta State Director of the Door-to-Door Campaign for President Bola…

Jul

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Backs Joel-Onowakpo’s FMC Oleh Bill

POLITICS#DeltaSouth, #FederalMedicalCentre, #FMCOleh, #GOMEPNG, #HealthInfrastructure, #JoelOnowakpo, #NationalAssembly #HealthcareNigeria

Sen. Joel-Onowakpo Hailed as GOMEP-NG Backs FMC Oleh Bill for Delta South Development A Long-Awaited Breakthrough? GOMEP-NG Says Sen. Joel-Onowakpo's FMC Oleh Bill Could Transform Healthcare and Development in Delta South For many residents of Delta South, access to quality healthcare has remained a major challenge for decades. That could soon change. The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has thrown its weight behind Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas' bill seeking to establish a Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Oleh, describing the move as a landmark legislative intervention capable of transforming healthcare, creating jobs and accelerating development across…

Jul

08

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC: History, Zoning Don’t Favour Chima Anyaso’s Bende Ambition

POLITICS#2027Elections, #APC, #BendeFederalConstituency, #BenjaminKalu, #ChimaAnyaso, #HouseOfRepresentatives, #SEONews, #Zoning

APC: History, Zoning Don't Favour Chima Anyaso's Bende Ambition As the political battle for Bende Federal Constituency gathers momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has launched a scathing attack on Labour Party stalwart Chima Anyaso, insisting that history, zoning and political capacity are firmly against his ambition. The ruling party also declared that Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu remains unbeatable, setting the stage for what could become one of Abia's fiercest political contests. The political rivalry in Abia State has intensified as the All Progressives Congress (APC) launched a blistering attack on Labour Party…

Jul

07

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Demands Independent Probe, Urges Officials Facing Allegations to Step Aside

POLITICS#Accountability, #AntiCorruption, #GOMEPNG, #GoodGovernance, #IndependentProbe, #PresidentTinubu, #RuleOfLaw, #Transparency

GOMEP-NG Demands Independent Probe, Urges Officials Facing Allegations to Step Aside By Charity Uwakwe Public confidence in government accountability is once again under the spotlight as the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) calls for an independent investigation into allegations surrounding disputed budgetary entries, alleged intimidation, and claims of financial demands involving a public office. The Guild warns that failure to act transparently could deepen public distrust and reinforce perceptions of impunity in Nigeria's governance system. Could this investigation redefine public accountability in Nigeria? GOMEP-NG believes only an independent probe—and the temporary stepping aside of officials…

Jul

06

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: Obingwa West Rallies Behind Anosike, Appolos as PDP Unites for Victory

POLITICS#Abia2027, #AbiaPolitics, #EnyinnayaAppolos, #GovernorshipElection, #KelechiAnosike, #NigeriaPolitics, #ObingwaWest, #Pdp

2027: Obingwa West Rallies Behind Anosike, Appolos as PDP Unites for Victory As the 2027 elections gather momentum, the battle for Abia State is taking shape with Obingwa West making a bold political statement. Thousands of PDP supporters, community leaders, and stakeholders have publicly declared unwavering support for Dr. Kelechi Anosike and Enyinnaya Appolos, signalling what many describe as a major boost for the party's grassroots campaign. Obingwa West has declared support for PDP governorship candidate Dr. Kelechi Anosike and House of Assembly candidate Enyinnaya Appolos ahead of the 2027 elections. The declaration was made during a thank-you rally in…