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Jun

2026

OTTI: A Leader Whose Performance Speaks Louder Than Words – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

OTTI: A Leader Whose Performance Speaks Louder Than Words By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The recent tour of key Federal and State Government projects in Abia by the Renewed Hope Presidential Media Team has once again reinforced the truth that Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, is redefining governance through performance. In today's Abia, development is no longer a promise or a campaign slogan. It is a visible, measurable and undeniable reality. Led by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, and the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, the presidential…

Jun

2026

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OTTIMANIA MOVEMENT: Why Abians Are Rallying Behind Otti’s Second – Term Bid – Ambassador Osita Offor

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

Why Abians Are Rallying Behind Otti's Second-Term Bid - Ambassador Osita Offor As discussions about the future of Abia State gradually shift towards the 2027 governorship election, support for Governor Alex Chioma Otti's continued leadership is gaining momentum across various segments of the state. Many stakeholders, community leaders and grassroots groups have continued to point to the governor's developmental strides as justification for calls urging him to seek a second term in office. Among those championing this cause is Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom), who has remained a prominent advocate of continuity…

Jun

2026

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Anti – Otti Propaganda Has Now Entered Commercial Bus – By Pastor Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance

ANTI-OTTI PROPAGANDA HAS NOW ENTERED COMMERCIAL BUS. So because one driver sits inside a bus and laments, Abia should cancel reform? Wonderful logic. Next, let one man sit inside a wheelbarrow and declare that road construction is anti-poor because wheelbarrow pushers may lose business. Then government should stop building roads. Biko, let us think small. Every reform has a transition pain, yes. But no serious society remains in chaos because some people are comfortable with disorder. Before now, motor parks were scattered everywhere, passengers were dragged like Christmas goats, touts taxed people without receipts, roads were blocked, and nobody knew…

Jun

2026

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Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgement Against ADC, 4 Others

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics

Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgment Against ADC, 4 Others The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the stay of execution of the judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel of the appellate court led by Justice A. B. Mohammed, berated Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja for flouting an order it made on May 22, which directed him to suspend proceedings before him. The appellate court held that Justice Lifu’s action amounted to…

Jun

2026

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NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

News Flash, Politics

NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms Ahead of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the National Leadership of the National Democratic Congress, NDC has made all its Governorship amd National Assembly candidates to sign the mandatory indemnity forms. According to the party, this is stringent anti-defection policy aimed at preserving party loyalty and strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions, just as it warned that the party would rely on the affidavit when candidates dump the party for other political paries after Primaries Speaking yesterday in Abuja at the Party’s National Secretariat, the National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas said…

Jun

2026

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FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students

Education, News Flash

FUOYE Suspends SUG President, Two Senior Staff Over Alleged Extortion Of Students The Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)’s campaign against corruption and extortion has claimed its first victims with the suspension of two members of staff and the Students’ Union Government President, Mr James Iyanuoluwa Adio, for allegedly engaging in the extortion of students. The two members of staff – Mr Olanrewaju Patrick Ogunjobi, Director of the Directorate of Educational Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Dr Banji Rildwan Olaleye, Deputy Dean of Student Affairs and Support Services – were accused of extorting students through the unauthorised collection of N1,000 from each…

Jun

2026

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‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

News Flash, Politics, Security

‘They Will Listen to Me’ — Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has reiterated his belief that dialogue and engagement with all relevant stakeholders remain critical to addressing Nigeria’s persistent security challenges. Obi made the remarks during an interview with broadcaster Rufai Oseni on the Nevon Black Box programme while responding to questions surrounding the controversial engagements between Islamic cleric Sheikh Abubakar Gumi and armed bandit groups operating in parts of northern Nigeria. The former Anambra State governor maintained that lasting peace can only be…

Jun

2026

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De Ultimate Commander Celebrates Amobi Ogah, Hails His Impactful Representation On Birthday

Birthday, People & Events, Personality

De Ultimate Commander Celebrates Amaobi Ogah, Hails His Impactful Representation On Birthday Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom), has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah (Agu Na Eche Mba), describing him as a committed legislator and distinguished son of Abia State whose contributions to public service continue to inspire hope among the people. In a goodwill message made available to OHAFIATV on the occasion of Hon. Ogah's birthday, Ambassador Offor commended the federal lawmaker for his dedication to effective representation, grassroots development and unwavering…

Jun

2026

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This Life: Why I’d Rather Remarry Than Pay Ransom If My Wife Was Kidnapped- Nigerian Man Reveals

Crime, News Flash

THIS LIFE: Why I’d Rather Remarry Than Pay Ransom If My Wife Was K¡dnapped — Nigerian Man Reveals A Nigerian man has stirred reactions online after sharing his controversial views on kidnapping and ransom payments, particularly when it involves a spouse. Speaking in a viral street interview, the man stated that he would never pay ransom if kidnappers abducted any member of his family, including his wife. “God forbid, but if they carry any of my family member, I no go pay ransom. If they carry my wife, I will not pay ransom. I will remarry,” he said. He went…

Jun

2026

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FG, States, LGs Share N2.257 Trillion April 2026 Revenue

FGN, News Flash

FG, States, LGs Share N2.257 Trillion April 2026 Revenue The Federation Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, shared N2.257 trillion among the Federal Government, states and local councils for April 2026. The breakdown was disclosed Monday in Abuja by OAGF Director of Press Bawa Mokwa after the May 2026 FAAC meeting. – Revenue BreakdownThe N2.257 trillion comprised:– Statutory revenue: N1.260 trillion– VAT: N747.088 billion– Augmentation: N250 billion FAAC said N3.184 trillion gross revenue was available in April. Deductions included N113.756 billion for cost of collection and N813.839 billion for transfers, refunds and savings. – Collections RoseGross statutory revenue hit N2.378 trillion, up…