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Jun

2026

Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman In Arochukwu LGA

Abia North, Arochukwu, News Flash, People & Events, Politics

Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman in Arochukwu LGA Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, the APC flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency on Sunday commissioned a water borehole constructed by the APC Chairman of Arochukwu LGA, Mazi Sunday Torty for his community in Abagwu village, Arochukwu LGA. The borehole project was initiated and funded by Mazi Sunday Torty as part of his contribution to community development and in support of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa's aspiration for the House of Representatives and other APC candidates in the State. Speaking while commissioning the facility, Hon. Ikenna Ukwa commended the Party Chairman for…

Jun

2026

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2027: Why Atiku Picked Amaechi As Running Mate

Politics, Columns/Opinions/Letters

2027: Why Atiku Picked Amaechi As Running Mate The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has selected former Minister of Transportation Mr. Rotimi Amaechi as his running mate for the 2027 election. Sources close to the party indicate that Atiku made this decision after considering candidates from both the South-East and South-West regions. It appears that the choice of a candidate from the South-South was made after recognizing Amaechi’s extensive network as a former governor of Rivers State and a former minister in the administration of the late President Muhammadu Buhari. This network…

Jun

2026

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List Of 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries

News Flash, Politics

FULL LIST: 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries Before the first shot of the 2027 elections is fired, no fewer than 50 current members of the 10th House of Representatives will not be in the 11th House, as reported by Vanguard. Why? At press time on a penultimate Sunday, no fewer than 48 All Progressives Congress, APC Reps have lost at the primaries held nationwide, at the penultimate weekend. Two legislators in Bayelsa did not join the race because they are seeking higher political offices. The figures are expected to be higher because APC is yet to release…

Jun

2026

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Varsity Dismisses Four Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Abuse, Extortion, Intimidation

Education, News Flash

Varsity Dismisses Four Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Abuse, Extortion, Intimidation The Governing Council of the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam, Anambra State, has dismissed five members of staff over alleged sexual abuse, harassment, intimidation, extortion and other forms of misconduct. The university’s Public Relations Officer, Dr Harrison Madubueze, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Awka. Mr Madubueze said the decision was taken at the 122nd meeting of the Governing Council held on June 12. According to him, those dismissed include Prof. C.C. Nwabachili, the immediate past Dean of the Faculty of Law, and Prof. Chike Osegbue of…

Jun

2026

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Akpabio Daughter Got Juicy Position In NNPC Without Merit – Oshiomhole

FGN, National Assembly, News Flash

Akpabio Daughter Got Juicy Position In NNPC Without Merit – Oshiomhole Senator Adams Oshiomhole has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s daughter secured a “juicy position” in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPC, without following due process. Oshiomhole made the allegation while speaking on the Mic On Podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, where he defended his comments on the Senate’s handling of issues relating to the NNPC and a bench warrant issued against former NNPC Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari. The former Edo State governor also accused Akpabio of having a personal interest in the NNPC, claiming that…

Jun

2026

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Trump Announces Completion Of Iran Deal, Authorizes Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz

International, News Flash, World News

Trump Announces Completion Of Iran Deal, Authorizes Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz United States President Donald Trump has announced that a deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran has been completed, while authorizing the reopening of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the United States naval blockade. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared: “The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!” The US President further stated that he had fully authorized the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route through which…

Jun

2026

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Arochukwu Emerges Winner Of Ikenna Ukwa Unity Cup, Clinches N1 Million Prize

Abia North, Arochukwu, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

Arochukwu Emerges Winner of Ikenna Ukwa Unity Cup, Clinches ₦1 Million Prize Arochukwu LGA has emerged as champions of the Ikenna & Jenn Ukwa Unity Cup, a football tournament sponsored by Hon. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, APC flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, and his wife, Lolo Jennifer E. Ukwa in collaboration with Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group. The match, played on Sunday 14th June 2026 at the playground of Aggrey Memorial College, Arochukwu, saw Arochukwu LGA defeat Ohafia LGA 2-0 to lift the trophy. The football competition brought together teams from across the two LGAs that make up the federal constituency,…

Jun

2026

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2027: Legends; Osita Offor (Ultimate Commander), Kanu Nwankwo (Papilo), Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti’s Re-election Gather Momentum

Abia State, News Flash, Politics

Duo of Legends; Ultimate Commander, Kanu Nwankwo, Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti's Re-Election Gain Momentum As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gradually gather momentum, leaders of the OTTIMANIA Movement, a grassroots political support group championing the leadership of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has intensified consultations aimed at consolidating support for the governor's continuity in office. The strategic meeting, held recently, brought together legendary sports personalities, prominent stakeholders and influential figures within the movement, including the Undisputed and Undefeated World Heavyweight Wrestling Champion of the Champions -…

Jun

2026

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Enyimba Garment Factory: When Propaganda Wears Factory Overall And Starts Shift Work – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

ENYIMBA GARMENT FACTORY: WHEN PROPAGANDA WEARS FACTORY OVERALL AND STARTS SHIFT WORK Oracle, biko shift small. Let facts breathe. That CV story is a figment of your imagination. My CV is everywhere as a global scholar - www.googlescholar.com/Chukwuemekaifegwueke One day you know much more about my relationship with my state - Abia! Ehnnnnnn, to your false allegations… You said Governor Otti abandoned Enyimba Garment Factory for 3 years. Beautiful comedy. Very colourful fiction. But the calendar is not a member of any political party. FACT 1: Enyimba Garment Factory was commissioned on Saturday, May 27, 2023 — barely two days…

Jun

2026

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OF FREEDOM AND DEVELOPMENT: Being Text Of The 2026 Democracy Speech By Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

OF FREEDOM AND DEVELOPMENT Being the Text of the 2026 Democracy Day Speech by Governor Alex C. Otti, OFR, on Friday, June 12, 2026 The most appealing promise of democracy is the allowance for plurality of opinions, the freedom to interrogate ideas and the opportunity for periodic reflection. This day presents to us, members of the Nigerian community, a special invitation to evaluate our pace on the democratic track, interrogate assumption and estimate our measure of progress on 2 fronts, first, since the dawn of the Fourth Republic in May 1999 and more importantly, over the last 33 years following…