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Mar

2026

IPAC Rejects Electoral Act 2026, Threatens Boycott Of 2027 Polls

IPAC Rejects Electoral Act 2026, Threatens Boycott of 2027 Polls The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has rejected key provisions of the new Electoral Act 2026 and warned that political parties under its umbrella may boycott the 2027 general elections if urgent amendments are not made. The warning was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of IPAC’s General Assembly meeting held on February 26, 2027, at its national secretariat in Abuja. IPAC said although the new law was enacted to address shortcomings observed in the Electoral Act 2022, some of its provisions have introduced fresh concerns that could weaken…

Mar

2026

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Ambassador Osita Offor Slams Abia APC, Calls On Them To Seek Leadership Wisdom From Governor Otti Before Eyeing 2027 Takeover

Abia North, Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

Ambassador Osita Offor Slams Abia APC, Calls on Them to Seek Leadership Wisdom from Governor Otti Before Eyeing 2027 Takeover A prominent political figure in Abia State, Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, "De Ultimate Commander" and the Ikenga Gburugburu of the Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, has thrown a sharp rebuke at the Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for their recent boast about capturing the state in the 2027 elections. In a no-holds-barred response, Offor, a staunch supporter of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, dismissed the recent comments from APC leadership as nothing more than an exercise in political…

Mar

2026

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2027: Sir Chikwe Udensi Host Atiku Abubakar, Nwajiuba And Other Top ADC Big Wigs In His Abuja Home

Abia State, News Flash, Personality, Politics

Sir Chikwe Udensi hosts Atiku Abubakar in his Abuja Home The meeting which in attendance Atiku Abubakar's political allies from North was a strategic meeting aimed at wrestling power across the country. Details of the meeting is not yet available as at press time. Prominent Igbo leaders in Attendance:Chekwas Okorie , Emeka Nwajiuba, Augustine Akobundu, Dr. Osita Oruche CEO Otis excavators, Prof. Onyi Nwagbara, Chief Uchenna Okogbuo, Chief Raph Nwosu , Hon. Uzoma Abonta, Hon. Uko Nkole, Etigwe Uwah SAN, Dr. Steve Nwadiuko, Chief Morris Eboh(black moore) Sen. Frank Ibezim Dr. Dave Eboh

Mar

2026

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ICPC Recovers Wiretapping Equipment From El-Rufai

Abuja, Crime, News Flash, Politics

ICPC Recovers Wiretapping Equipment From El-Rufai The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) said it recovered equipment allegedly capable of tapping conversations and sensitive security documents from the Abuja home of former Governor Nasir el-Rufai. The commission also said it obtained a legal order from a Magistrate Court in Bwari in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to detain el-Rufai for 14 days, which is due to expire on Thursday. It denied allegations of arbitrary detention and repression of the former governor. The commission has asked the High Court of Justice of the Federal Capital Territory to dismiss…

Mar

2026

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Tension Over Subsidy Removal Has Reduced- President Tinubu

FGN, News Flash, Politics

Tension Over Subsidy Removal Has Reduced – Tinubu President Bola Tinubu on Friday night expressed optimism about Nigeria’s economy, stating that better days lie ahead. The President said the tension occasioned by subsidy removal has subsided, noting that at one time many Nigerians had thought his administration could reverse the subsidy removal. “It was initially very difficult for many to understand the direction of my thinking, but I am glad we are out of the dark tunnel. Many even thought we could reverse the subsidy removal. The tension has subsided,” the President said. President Tinubu stated the above when he…

Feb

2026

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Ikenna Ukwa, A Humble Leader Always At Home With His People

Abia North, People & Events, Politics

IKENNA UKWA, A LEADER ALWAYS AT HOME WITH HIS PEOPLE Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, a dedicated and humble leader, returned to his hometown in Amaekpu Ohafia Abia State, to connect with his people as he always do. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa interacted with his people, friends, well wishers and admirers who appreciated his efforts to improve the lives of the populace. He listened to their concerns, and shared his vision for Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs. He also emphasized the importance of unity and collective progress, and reeled out his initiatives to enhance education, healthcare, and economic opportunities in Arochukwu/Ohafia federal…

Feb

2026

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It’s Time For The Youths And I Love Your Courage And Selflessness – Chief Boco Ibe Tells Ikenna Ukwa

Abia North, News Flash, Personality, Politics

IT'S TIME FOR THE YOUTHS AND I LOVE YOUR COURAGE AND SELFLESSNESS: CHIEF BOCO IBE TELLS IKENNA UKWA …Commends Him For His Community Development Initiatives A prominent Abiriba Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, Chief Boco Ibe has commended the courage and achievements of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria. Chief Boco Ibe, CEO of Bovibes Entertainment, made the commendation during a familiarization visit by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa to his country home in Abiriba, Ohafia LGA, Abia State, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He described Ukwa as a goal-getter and friend of the masses who…

Feb

2026

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APC Stakeholders Resolves To Set Aside Diffences And Work For The Progress Of The Party

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Politics

APC STAKEHOLDERS RESOLVES TO SET ASIDE DIFFERENCES AND WORK FOR THE PROGRESS OF THE PARTY APC stakeholders from Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs have resolved to put aside individual differences and work together for the progress and unity of the party. The resolution was made during a meeting convened by Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , the Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, and attended by selected stakeholders from all wards in the eight clans of Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs, on Tuesday 17th February 2026. The stakeholders emphasized that peace and unity are crucial for the party's growth and…

Feb

2026

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Former Ukwa East Deputy Chairman, Ex-Agriculture Adviser Defect To Labour Party With Supporters

Abia State, News Flash, Politics

Former Ukwa East Deputy Chairman, Ex-Agriculture Adviser Defect to Labour Party with Supporters The political landscape of Ukwa East Local Government Area has received a significant boost as the immediate past Deputy Chairman of Ukwa East, Hon. Rowland Omoni, and the former Special Adviser on Agriculture to the immediate past Governor of Abia State under the PDP-led administration, Hon. Israel Bethel, formally defected to the Labour Party alongside their supporters. The defectors were received in Azumini Ward by the Executive Chairman of Ukwa East LGA, Hon. Chibunna Akara, who applauded their decision to align with the administration of Alex Chioma…

Feb

2026

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”I Withdrew Everything’- Man Closes UBA Accounts After Tony Elumelu Supports Tinubu

CBN/Commercial Banking, News Flash, Politics

‘I Withdrew Everything’- Man Closes UBA Accounts After Tony Elumelu Supports Tinubu Nigerian-born health communication specialist, Ugochukwu Madu, has reportedly closed all his accounts with United Bank for Africa (UBA) following recent comments by the bank’s chairman, Tony Elumelu, in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms. Madu announced his decision shortly after Elumelu publicly endorsed the President’s ongoing policy measures, sparking mixed reactions online. Elumelu made his remarks after a private session with the President at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Addressing journalists, he described the government’s ongoing reforms as necessary steps to stabilise the economy and promote…