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  News   The Senator representing Abia Central Senatorial District, Senator Austin Akobundu, has extended warm birthday wishes to His Royal Highness, Eze Edward Ibeabuchi, the Okwu of Okwulaga Autonomous Community in Afaraukwu, Umuahia North LGA, lauding his steadfast leadership and unwavering commitment to his people. In a heartfelt congratulatory message on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, Senator Akobundu described Eze Ibeabuchi as a revered traditional ruler who has consistently championed peaceful coexistence, shown courage in times of adversity, and demonstrated selflessness in advocating for the welfare of his community. The senator extolled the monarch as an astute administrator and an exemplary custodian of tradition, whose leadership has fostered unity and development within Okwulaga and beyond. He prayed for continued good health, longevity, and divine wisdom for Eze Ibeabuchi as he continues to guide his people towards greater peace, progress, and prosperity. “Happy ...

  Politics   Enugu’s Labour Party has suffered a significant setback following the defection of its former gubernatorial candidate, Chief Chijioke Edeoga, to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Edeoga formally rejoined the PDP at the party’s state secretariat, where he pledged his “total and unalloyed support” for Governor Peter Mbah’s administration. Citing Governor Mbah’s “visionary, disruptive, and transformative leadership,” Edeoga stated that his decision was driven by the need to align with a leadership that prioritizes development and unity. “It’s time to unite as a family and form a formidable front ahead of the 2027 elections,” he declared, signaling a renewed push to consolidate political strength in the state. Welcoming Edeoga back into the PDP fold, Enugu State PDP Chairman, Dr. Martin Chukwunwike, described his return as a “testament to Governor Mbah’s audacious leadership,” adding that more former members who previously left the party would soon retrace their ste...

  News   Fresh controversy has erupted over the credibility of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s claim regarding his choice of running mate for the 2023 presidential election. A newly surfaced report from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Advisory Committee for the selection of a Vice Presidential candidate has contradicted Atiku’s public justification for picking former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa over his closest rival, Nyesom Wike. Atiku, in a bid to defend his decision, had claimed that Okowa was ranked as the top choice by the PDP selection committee, while Wike was placed second, and Udom Emmanuel, the former Akwa Ibom governor, came third. However, the official report dated June 14, 2022, tells a different story. The committee had actually ranked Governor Nyesom Wike as the preferred choice for the position, followed by Okowa in second place, and Emmanuel in third. This revelation has sparked outrage among political observers, further deepening mistrus...

  News   Senator Austin Akobundu, representing Abia Central Senatorial District, fiercely tackled Senator Adams Oshiomhole of Edo North Senatorial District on the Senate floor on Thursday, challenging what he described as an attempt to distort historical facts regarding the role of the late Prof. Humphrey Nwosu in the June 12, 1993, election saga. During deliberations on a motion advocating for the immortalization of Prof. Nwosu—who was the chairman of the defunct National Electoral Commission (NEC) and oversaw what is widely regarded as Nigeria’s freest and fairest election—Oshiomhole controversially claimed that “Humphrey Nwosu’s courage failed him when most needed and cannot be rewarded,” among other questionable assertions. Oshiomhole’s remarks drew a sharp rebuke from Senator Akobundu, who described them as “very uncharitable.” He reminded the former Edo State Governor that former military ruler, General Ibrahim Babangida, had recently admitted to his mistakes in the annu...

  News   UMUAHIA – The Abia State Government’s recent endorsement of the Ekponibro Festival in Atani Abam, a cultural event featuring masquerades, has sparked mixed reactions across the state. While officials tout the festival as a strategic move to boost cultural tourism and create jobs, critics argue that the initiative is nothing more than a misplaced priority disguised as “masquerade empowerment” under Governor Alex Otti’s administration. The state’s Commissioner for Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Matthew Ekwuribe, announced the government’s support for the festival, stating that it aligns with the administration’s vision of transforming Abia into a global tourist destination. According to him, the endorsement of Ekponibro is part of a broader cultural tourism agenda aimed at job creation and economic revitalization. “This government is committed to preserving our cultural heritage. By endorsing the Ekponibro Festival, we aim to grow our economy, create jobs, a...

  News   The UK Government has released a comprehensive list of unclaimed estates belonging to 5,806 deceased individuals from various countries, including 58 Nigerians. The estates have been classified under “Bona Vacantia,” a legal term indicating that no valid claim has been made for the assets, thereby rendering them property of the Crown. According to the list of unclaimed estates held by the Treasury Solicitor, last updated on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, the UK authorities stated that the owners of the estates had died without anyone stepping forward to claim the properties. The list provided detailed information, including the names of the deceased, their dates of birth and death, locations of death, marital status, and official reference numbers. Among the 58 Nigerians identified on the list are: Arbel Aai’Lotta’Qua Abouarh (Died: February 5, 1998, Chiswick, London); Adenike Adebiyi (Died: Unknown, Hackney, London); Akanni Jeremiah Adejumo (Died: March 31, 2017, Muswell...