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Aug

17

2026

Orji Uzor Kalu 2027: Willion Orji Kalu Makes Case for Continuity in Abia North

POLITICS#AbiaNorth, #AbiaNorth2027, #AbiaPolitics, #ApostleOfIllumination, #ApostleWillionOrjiKalu, #OrjiUzorKalu2027, #OUKAgain2027, #SouthEastDevelopment

Orji Uzor Kalu 2027: Willion Orji Kalu Makes Case for Continuity in Abia North As the 2027 political season draws closer, attention is returning to the question of who can give Abia North a stronger voice at the national level. Apostle Willion Orji Kalu argues that the answer should be found in experience, proven influence and projects delivered—not in the loudness of campaign promises. Supporters of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu are promoting his 2027 return to the Senate based on his political experience, national influence, legislative record and claimed contributions to roads, education and South-East development. Apostle Willion Orji Kalu,…

Aug

17

2026

By Famous Reporters

Edo Assembly Speaker Blessing Agbebaku Resigns Amid Impeachment Plot

POLITICS#AgbebakuResigns, #BlessingAgbebaku, #EdoAssembly, #EdoAssemblySpeakerResigns, #EdoImpeachmentPlot, #EdoPolitics, #EdoStatePolitics, #MondayOkpebholo

Edo Assembly Speaker Blessing Agbebaku Resigns Amid Impeachment Plot Shockwaves hit the Edo State House of Assembly on Monday as Speaker Blessing Agbebaku suddenly stepped down, ending his controversial tenure amid reported plans by lawmakers to remove him from office. Edo State politics has been thrown into fresh turmoil after Speaker Blessing Agbebaku abruptly resigned from office amid reported moves to impeach him. The development has raised fresh questions about the power struggle within the Edo State House of Assembly, coming after years of political tension, defections and disputes over the Speaker’s leadership. Blessing Agbebaku resigned as Speaker of the…

Aug

17

2026

By Famous Reporters

Muoboghare Defends Tinubu’s Record Amid Background Controversies

POLITICS#NigeriaPolitics, #PatrickMuoboghare, #Tinubu, #Tinubu2027, #TinubuAchievements, #TinubuEconomicReforms, #TinubuFuelSubsidyRemoval

Muoboghare Defends Tinubu’s Record Amid Background Controversies Can a controversial past erase a leader’s achievements? Prof. Patrick Muoboghare says no. He has urged Nigerians to look beyond the controversies surrounding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s background and judge him instead by his political record, governance and economic decisions. Prof. Patrick Muoboghare has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against criticism of his educational and family background, saying such controversies should not overshadow Tinubu’s political record, economic reforms and achievements in public service. ABUJA — Professor Patrick Muoboghare has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against criticisms surrounding his educational and family background, arguing…

Aug

16

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Election Victory

POLITICS#Adeleke, #AdelekeVictory, #GOMEPNG, #Governance, #NigeriaPolitics, #OsunElection, #OsunPolitics, #OsunState

GOMEP-NG Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Election Victory By Charity Uwakwe A renewed mandate, a fresh responsibility: GOMEP-NG has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his Osun election victory while urging him to repay the people’s confidence with unity, peace and better governance. GOMEP-NG described Adeleke's gubernatorial election victory as a renewed mandate from the people. The guild urged Adeleke to unite Osun residents, promote inclusive governance and focus on sustainable development. OSUN — The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the state’s gubernatorial election, describing the…

Aug

14

2026

By Famous Reporters

Jingir’s Muslim-Muslim Ticket Remarks Spark OYC Biafra Referendum Call

NATIONAL NEWS, POLITICS#BiafraReferendum, #Igboayaka, #MuslimMuslimTicket, #NigeriaPolitics, #NigeriaReferendum, #OhanaezeYouthCouncil, #PoliticalRestructuring, #YahayaJingir

Jingir’s Muslim-Muslim Ticket Remarks Spark OYC Biafra Referendum Call A fresh political storm is brewing over Nigeria’s religious balance and future, following controversial remarks attributed to Sheikh Yahaya Jingir on the Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket. The statement has now triggered a strong reaction from the Ohanaeze Youth Council, (OYC) which is calling for renewed discussions on a referendum. Controversial comments attributed to Sheikh Yahaya Jingir on the Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket have sparked a fresh political reaction, with the Ohanaeze Youth Council urging pro-Biafra groups to intensify calls for a referendum on Nigeria’s future. Reacting to the remarks, Ohanaeze Youth Council has…

Aug

14

2026

By Famous Reporters

Abia APC Condemns Nwaeze’s Suspension, Accuses Otti Government of Intimidation

Education, POLITICS

Abia APC Condemns Nwaeze’s Suspension, Accuses Otti Government of Intimidation A university professor's suspension has opened a fresh political battle in Abia, as the APC accuses the Otti administration of silencing criticism over workers' welfare. The suspension of a university professor over comments on workers’ welfare has triggered a fresh political confrontation in Abia State, with the opposition APC accusing the Alex Otti administration of trying to silence criticism and intimidate workers who speak out. The Abia State APC has condemned the suspension of Professor Nnamdi Nwaeze by Abia State University, accusing the Alex Otti administration of intimidating critics and…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Ikwuano August Meeting: Ossy Nwaka Backs Women’s Empowerment, Political Participation

POLITICS#AbiaWomen, #IkwuanoAugustMeeting, #IkwuanoNews, #IkwuanoWomen, #OsinachiNwaka, #OssyNwaka, #WomenInPolitics, #WomensEmpowerment

Ikwuano August Meeting: Ossy Nwaka Backs Women’s Empowerment, Political Participation By Charity Uwakwe Former Ikwuano mayor Ossy Nwaka has delivered a strong message to women at the annual August Meeting, urging them to reject the sidelines and take a more active role in politics, family and community development. The Ikwuano August Meeting is an annual gathering where women from communities across Ikwuano come together to discuss empowerment, political participation, welfare and community development. Ossy Nwaka has urged women to remain united and take an active role in building their families and communities. At a colourful Ikwuano August Meeting, Hon. Osinachi…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Abia APC Demands Apology From Kalu, Nkwonta Over Otti Support

POLITICS#2027AbiaElection, #abiaApc, #AbiaGovernorship, #AbiaPolitics, #AlexOtti, #APC2027, #ChrisNkwonta, #OrjiUzorKalu

Abia APC Demands Apology From Kalu, Nkwonta Over Otti Support By Charity Uwakwe A fresh political dispute has opened within the Abia APC as the party leadership moves against two prominent figures over their reported support for Governor Alex Otti. The Abia State Working Committee of the APC has demanded public apologies from Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Hon. Chris Nkwonta within seven days over statements it described as anti-party conduct and support for Governor Alex Otti ahead of the 2027 Abia governorshipaa election.A fresh political dispute has emerged within the Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC)…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Nwaka Urges Ikwuano Women to Support Otti’s reelection, Husbands, Children’s Future

POLITICS#AbiaState, #AbiaWomen, #IkwuanoAugustMeeting, #IkwuanoWomen, #OsinachiNwaka, #PriscillaOtti, #SkillsAcquisition, #WomenEmpowerment

Nwaka Urges Ikwuano Women to Support Otti's reelection, Husbands, Children’s Future A call for stronger families and political support took centre stage as Abia State Ministry of Finance Incorporated Director-General, Hon. Osinachi Nwaka, urged Ikwuano women to stand firmly behind their husbands, train their children and support Governor Alex Otti’s administration ahead of 2027. Hon. Osinachi Nwaka has urged Ikwuano women to support their husbands, train their children and back the administration of Abia State Governor Alex Otti. Nwaka said women should support a government that delivers roads, health centres, scholarships and other tangible projects to the people. IKWUANO- Director-General…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Abia First Lady Backs Women’s Empowerment as Ikwuano Raises ₦50m for Skills Acquisition Centre

POLITICS#AbiaWomen, #IkwuanoAugustMeeting, #IkwuanoLGA, #IkwuanoWomen, #PriscillaOtti, #SkillsAcquisitionCentre, #WomenEmpowerment

Abia First Lady Backs Women’s Empowerment as Ikwuano Raises ₦50m for Skills Acquisition Centre By Charity Uwakwe Ikwuano women unite for a ₦50m skills centre as Abia First Lady calls for empowerment, unity and sustainable livelihoods. Ikwuano women have raised ₦50 million to equip a Skills Acquisition Centre as Abia First Lady Priscilla Otti reaffirmed her commitment to women’s economic empowerment. The wife of the Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Chidimma Otti, has reaffirmed her commitment to women’s economic empowerment, agricultural development and sustainable livelihoods as Ikwuano Local Government Area raised ₦50 million to equip its Skills Acquisition Centre. Mrs.…