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Apr
29
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Labour Party Holds National Elective Convention, Retains Senator Nenadi Usman As National Chairman

Labour Party Holds National Elective Convention, Retains Senator Nenadi Usman As National Chairman

News Flash, Politics
LABOUR PARTY HOLDS NATIONAL ELECTIVE CONVENTION, RETAINS USMAN AS NATIONAL CHAIRMAN. The Labour Party (LP) has held its National Elective Convention and elected the immediate past National Caretaker Committee Chairman, Senator Nenadi Esther Usman as National Chairman, Hon. Iheanacho Obioma as National Secretary and other 32 officials into various National offices Addressing the delegates on Tuesday, 28th April 2026, after the consensus election and inauguration of the New National officers held at the International Conference Centre, Ogurube Layout, Umuahia, the Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti congratulated the officers on their emergence, and expressed joy over the rancour-free…
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Apr
27
2026
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On Peter Obi And The Igbo Voter: The Lazy Libel Of Ethnic Bigotry – By Tai Emeka Obasi

On Peter Obi And The Igbo Voter: The Lazy Libel Of Ethnic Bigotry – By Tai Emeka Obasi

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics, Presidency
On Peter Obi and the Igbo Voter: The Lazy Libel of Ethnic Bigotry By Tai Emeka Obasi When some Yoruba voices dismiss Igbo support for Mr. Peter Obi as “ethnic bigotry,” it borders on the exceedingly ridiculous. The charge collapses under the weight of history, logic, and elementary political arithmetic. The question is then forced: Where were these self-appointed custodians of nationalism when Professor Humphrey Nwosu, an Igbo man, staked his life to conduct Nigeria’s most transparent election in 1993? Where were they when, with a gun to his commission’s temple, he insisted on continuing to announce results that showed…
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Apr
25
2026
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Abia Youths Progressive Movement Pledges Support For Chief Ikenna Ukwa

Abia Youths Progressive Movement Pledges Support For Chief Ikenna Ukwa

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
ABIA YOUTHS PROGRESSIVE MOVEMENT PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR CHIEF IKENNA UKWA The Abia State leadership of the Abia Youths Progressive Movement, AYPM, led by its Coordinator, Hon. Dr. E. Eze Chinedu, has pledged to mobilize support for Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa as he continues consultations on his aspiration to change the leadership style and bring dividends of democracy to the good people of Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency. The socio-political group made the commitment during a courtesy visit to Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa , founder of the Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group, at his country home in Amaekpu, Ohafia. While addressing their host, members…
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Apr
25
2026
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Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit To Chief Ike Okafor

Ikenna Ukwa Pays Courtesy Visit To Chief Ike Okafor

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, Politics
IKENNA UKWA PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO CHIEF IKE OKOROAFOR In continuation of his consultations with critical stakeholders across Arochukwu/Ohafia federal Constituency, Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa on monday paid a courtesy visit to an APC chieftain in Arochukwu LGA, Chief Ike Okorafor at his country home in Ozu Abam, Arochukwu LGA of Abia State. While receiving Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa and his entourage, Prince Ike Okorafor commended the young politician for his maturity and consistency in party affairs and humanitarian services. “Ikenna, one thing I like about you is your consistency. You have remained focused, loyal to the party, and committed…
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Apr
25
2026
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Ikenna Ukwa Holds Strategic Meeting With APC Ward & LGA Executives In Arochukwu

Ikenna Ukwa Holds Strategic Meeting With APC Ward & LGA Executives In Arochukwu

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash, Politics
IKENNA UKWA HOLDS STRATEGIC MEETING WITH APC WARD & LGA EXECUTIVES IN AROCHUKWU LGA The founder, Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa on Monday held a strategic meeting with the Stakeholders and the newly elected Ward and LGA executives of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Arochukwu LGA, including the members of his pro-group, Ikenna Ukwa Progressive Group. The meeting which took place at the residence of the APC Chairman, Mazi Sunday Torty at Abagwu village in Arochukwu was convened to formally congratulate the executives on their emergence and to interface with them on the future of the party.…
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Apr
22
2026
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Otti And The Recovery Of Labour Party – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Otti And The Recovery Of Labour Party – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
Otti and the Recovery of Labour Party By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The recovery of the Labour Party under the leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti may appear surprising to some, but not to those familiar with his capacity, competence and measured approach to leadership. An amiable and strategic leader, Governor Otti is known for his calculated decisions and near meticulous execution. At a critical moment, he chose to take decisive steps to reclaim the political platform that brought him to Government House in 2023, rather than leave it in the hands of desperate political opportunists. His early grooming in the…
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Apr
21
2026
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Gathering Of The Vultures – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Gathering Of The Vultures – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
The Vultures Are Gathering In the past few weeks, the political landscape of Abia State has witnessed an unusual flurry of activity; quiet meetings, strategic visits, and calculated alliances involving old, familiar faces. These are individuals long embedded in the state’s political history, many of whom had their time at the helm when Abia struggled under the weight of stagnation and systemic decline. Their sudden reappearance and coordinated movements demands a careful scrutiny. The vultures may be gathering. At first glance, these developments may be framed as routine political engagement,after all, democracy thrives on participation and competition.But a closer examination…
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Apr
21
2026
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APC Fixes Date For Primaries, Pegs Presidential Form At N100 Million

APC Fixes Date For Primaries, Pegs Presidential Form At N100 Million

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APC Fixes Primaries Date, Pegs Presidential Form At N100 Million The All Progressives Congress has released its timetable for the 2027 general elections, fixing its presidential primary for May 15 to 16, 2026. According to the schedule signed by the APC National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Argungu, on Monday, the party will begin the sale of nomination and expression of interest forms at its National Secretariat from April 25 to May 2, 2026, while submission of completed forms will close on May 4. The APC pegged its presidential form at ₦100m, comprising ₦30m for expression of interest and ₦70m for nomination.…
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Apr
21
2026
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Political Loyalty Vs People’s Interest: Osita Offor Defends Uche Ogah’s Bold Stand On Otti

Political Loyalty Vs People’s Interest: Osita Offor Defends Uche Ogah’s Bold Stand On Otti

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
Political Loyalty vs. People’s Interest: Osita Offor Defends Uche Ogah’s Bold Stand on Otti OTV Editorial - 20/4/2026 The political atmosphere in Abia State has been charged in recent days following growing tensions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the stance of one of its prominent National Leaders, Dr. Sampson Uche Ogah, CON. Dr. Ogah, who once served as Minister of State under the administration of the ruling party, APC, has stirred debate after openly declaring his support for the current governor of the state, Alex Chioma Otti of the Labour Party. Despite his leadership role and a strong…
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Apr
21
2026
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Beyond Defections: Why Performance Still Defines Governor Otti’s 2027 Strength – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Beyond Defections: Why Performance Still Defines Governor Otti’s 2027 Strength – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
Beyond Defections: Why Performance Still Defines Governor Otti’s 2027 Strength A calm reading of recent developments—including the case of Chief Iheanyi Frank Chinasa (Dogo) —shows what it truly is: routine political movement, not a defining moment for governance in Abia. In every administration, there are exits—some voluntary, some situational, some strategic. Some notable examples are resignations such as Mr. Chima Oriaku, Prof. Monica Ironkwe, Dr. Ngozi Okoronkwo, and Mr. Chukwunenye Alajemba. These are part of normal political and administrative cycles, not evidence of systemic collapse. Individuals change positions for many reasons—personal ambition, policy disagreements, or alignment ahead of elections. That…
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