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Aug
07
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Prof. Philip Nto Commends Ikenna Ukwa’s Grassroots Records; Vows To Support And Ensure He Wins 2027 Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency Election

Prof. Philip Nto Commends Ikenna Ukwa’s Grassroots Records; Vows To Support And Ensure He Wins 2027 Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency Election

Abia North, Arochukwu, National Assembly, Politics
WE WILL SUPPORT IKENNA UKWA AND ENSURE HE WINS COME 2027, SAYS PHILIP NTO The Former Abia State Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning, Associate Prof. Philip Nto, has pledged his support for the election of Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa as member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, come 2027. Chief Nto, who currently serves as the Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC) at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike gave the assurance on Wednesday when Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, the APC candidate for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency and some members of his team paid him a courtesy…
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Aug
07
2026
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Abia North 2027: Uko Nkole Vows Issue-Based Campaign, Says Abandoned Federal Projects Underscore Need For Experienced Representation

Abia North 2027: Uko Nkole Vows Issue-Based Campaign, Says Abandoned Federal Projects Underscore Need For Experienced Representation

Abia North, News Flash, Politics
Abia North 2027: Uko Nkole Vows Issue-Based Campaign, Says Abandoned Federal Projects Underscore Need for Experienced Representation Following his emergence as the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) senatorial candidate for Abia North Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general election, Rt. Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole, FNITP, PhD, has reaffirmed his commitment to running an issue-based campaign, insisting that his record of service and legislative accomplishments will remain the cornerstone of his engagement with the electorate. The former two-term member of the House of Representatives said his campaign would focus on practical solutions to the developmental needs of Abia North rather than…
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Aug
06
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Abia 2027: NDC Leadership Formally Presents Gubernatorial Ticket To National Leadership, Signals United Front Ahead Of Election

Abia 2027: NDC Leadership Formally Presents Gubernatorial Ticket To National Leadership, Signals United Front Ahead Of Election

Abia North, News Flash, Politics
Abia 2027: NDC Leadership Formally Presents Gubernatorial Ticket to National Leadership, Signals United Front Ahead of Election In a significant step towards the 2027 general election, the Abia State Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Hon. Ako Atuloma, on Wednesday night led a delegation of frontline party candidates and key stakeholders to officially present the party's governorship candidate, Chief Ndubuisi Etugo Ogah, and his running mate, Engr. Uzoma Alaribe, to the NDC National Leadership. The delegation was received by the National Leader of the party, His Excellency Senator Seriake Dickson, National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas, and National Secretary, Barr.…
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Aug
05
2026
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FORM EC9 CONFIRMATION: NDC Abia North Senatorial Candidate Rt. Hon. Uko Nkole Appreciate Supporters For Their Confidence, Steadfastness And Belief In The Journey So Far

FORM EC9 CONFIRMATION: NDC Abia North Senatorial Candidate Rt. Hon. Uko Nkole Appreciate Supporters For Their Confidence, Steadfastness And Belief In The Journey So Far

Abia North, National Assembly, Politics
Form EC9 Confirmation: NDC Abia North Senatorial Candidate Rt. Hon. Uko Nkole Thank Supporters For Their Confidence, Steadfastness And Belief In The Journey So Far. Abia North 2027: EC9 Confirms Uko Nkole as NDC Senatorial Flag Bearer, Ends Months of Speculation The emergence of the official Form EC9 has brought renewed attention to the 2027 Abia North Senatorial race, providing documentary evidence that confirms my emergence as the Senatorial Flag Bearer of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) for Abia North. Over the past few months, there have been various speculations regarding my participation in the contest. With the EC9 now…
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Aug
04
2026
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2027: INEC Authenticates Hon. Uko Nkole As The Abia North Senatorial Candidate Of NDC

2027: INEC Authenticates Hon. Uko Nkole As The Abia North Senatorial Candidate Of NDC

Abia North, News Flash, Politics
INEC AUTHENTICATES UKO NKOLE AS THE ABIA NORTH SENATORIAL CANDIDATE OF NDC The immediate past House of Representatives Member For Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency Hon. Uko Nkole has gotten INEC authentication as the Abia North Senatorial Candidate of NDC. This brings to an end the confusion on who is the actual Candidate between him and his closest rival, Chief Nnamdi Iro Orji, popularly known as Opotoyom. The primary election, held on May 29, 2026, witnessed a large turnout of party delegates and members from the five local government areas within the senatorial zone. At the end of the exercise, the immediate…
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Aug
04
2026
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Jubilation As Nkporo Women Receive Gift Items And Cash From APC House Of Reps Candidate For Arochukwu/Ohafia Hon. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa

Jubilation As Nkporo Women Receive Gift Items And Cash From APC House Of Reps Candidate For Arochukwu/Ohafia Hon. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa

Ohafia LGA, Philanthropy, Politics
JUBILATION AS IKENNA UKWA GIFTS NKPORO WOMEN WITH CASH AND RELIEF ITEMS There was widespread jubilation across Nkporo on Monday as the APC House of Representatives Candidate for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa extended cash gifts and other relief items to women and the elderly in all the wards in Nkporo, Ohafia LGA of Abia State. The gesture, described as part of his commitment to prioritize the welfare of women, especially the vulnerable and aged, was aimed at helping families navigate the present economic challenges. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, who was represented by the APC Abia North Deputy…
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Aug
04
2026
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Nigeria At A Defining Moment: Leadership, Conscience And The Courage To Listen – A Review Of When The Bishops Walked Into Aso Rock By Agbaeze Ireke Kalu Onuma(AI-KO)

Nigeria At A Defining Moment: Leadership, Conscience And The Courage To Listen – A Review Of When The Bishops Walked Into Aso Rock By Agbaeze Ireke Kalu Onuma(AI-KO)

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
Nigeria at a Defining Moment: Leadership, Conscience and the Courage to Listen A Review of When the Bishops Walked Into Aso Rock by Agbeze Ireke Kalu Onuma (AI-KO) When the Bishops Walked Into Aso Rock, written by Agbeze Ireke Kalu Onuma, who writes under the pen name AI-KO, is a powerful, courageous and deeply reflective contribution to Nigeria’s contemporary national discourse. The work transforms what might ordinarily have been treated as a routine presidential engagement into a profound conversation about leadership, truth, institutional responsibility and the condition of the Nigerian people. The essay begins with the visit of nineteen Catholic…
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Aug
03
2026
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Reminiscence: Dousing Abia Opposition’s Baseless Fear Of Political Vendetta In 2027 – By Eagle Okoro

Reminiscence: Dousing Abia Opposition’s Baseless Fear Of Political Vendetta In 2027 – By Eagle Okoro

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics
Reminiscence: Dousing Abia opposition's baseless fear of political vendetta in 2027 By Eagle Okoro Gov. Alex Chioma Otti's resolve in 2014 to quit his comfort zone as an accomplished financial expert and banker, having hit the peak of his career in the banking sector, in preference for the murky waters of Nigeria's politics, left many, especially his relations, friends and close business allies, jolted and discomfited. But the banker-turned politician would always defend his decision by quoting the famous theory propounded by French elder statesman, Charles de Gaulle, which states that "Politics is too serious a matter to be left…
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Aug
03
2026
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Abia Campaign Signage Controversy: The Facts History Must Not Erase – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia Campaign Signage Controversy: The Facts History Must Not Erase – By Pastor Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics
ABIA CAMPAIGN SIGNAGE CONTROVERSY: THE FACTS HISTORY MUST NOT ERASE The current controversy surrounding political campaign signage charges in Abia State cannot be discussed honestly without recalling what Governor Alex Otti suffered as an opposition candidate under the former Peoples Democratic Party administration. Many of those now attempting to portray the present government as hostile to political participation were either active members, beneficiaries or defenders of the political establishment that openly frustrated Otti’s campaign, even after his organisation reportedly complied with the regulations and paid the required fees. In September 2022, the Alex Otti Campaign Organisation disclosed that it had…
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Aug
03
2026
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Meet Hon. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa: The Man Most Prepared To Represent The Good People Of Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency

Meet Hon. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa: The Man Most Prepared To Represent The Good People Of Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency

Arochukwu, Ohafia LGA, Personality, Philanthropy, Politics
HON. CHIEF IKENNA NICOLAS UKWA: THE MAN PREPARING FOR SERVICE, NOT JUST SEEKING OFFICE …A Blend of Academic Excellence, Corporate Leadership, Grassroots Impact and a Vision for a New Arochukwu/Ohafia. Leadership is not defined by campaign promises. It is defined by preparation, competence, character and the ability to deliver results. Across the world, societies make progress when they entrust leadership to individuals who have distinguished themselves not only in politics but also in business, administration, public policy and community development. One of such personalities is Hon. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa. A respected business executive, media strategist, policy analyst and humanitarian,…
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