Group Warns APC Against Sanctioning Orji Kalu
By Anayo Akwitti A socio-political group, Reality Organisation, has condemned the Abia State Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over its threat to sanction Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for alleged anti-party activities, warning that the move could deepen divisions within the party ahead of the 2027 elections. The group, in a statement signed […]
Kalu Flags Off Skills Programme for 150 Abia Youths
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has flagged off a four-month skills development programme for 150 youths in Abia State. The programme will equip participants with practical skills in building projects, with training running from August to November 2026. Of the 150 trainees selected across the state, 130 are […]
NDLEA Seizes 3.2 Tonnes Cannabis, Intercepts Cocaine
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says its operatives have seized more than 3.2 tonnes of cannabis in separate operations across Ondo, Oyo, Edo, Abia and Lagos states. The agency also intercepted cocaine shipments bound for Saudi Arabia and Italy, as well as 309.4 kilograms of cannabis-infused cookies and gummies at […]
Bende Monarchs Endorse Kalu, Reject Zoning Claims
By Oluwakemi Kindness Traditional rulers in Bende South State Constituency have endorsed the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, for a third term in the House, dismissing claims that the Bende Federal Constituency seat is subject to a zoning arrangement. A statement on Wednesday by Udora Orizu, SA Press Affairs to the […]
NAICOM, Abia Partner to Protect Investments
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Abia State Government have pledged closer collaboration to strengthen risk protection for businesses, safeguard economic activities, and boost investor confidence in the state. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the Commissioner for Insurance, Olusegun Ayo-Omosehin, who led a high-level delegation from Nigeria’s […]
Kalu Urges Abians to Align With APC Ahead of 2027
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, says Abia State must align with the ruling All Progressives Congress to benefit more from the Federal Government. Kalu spoke on Wednesday while receiving APC governorship aspirant, Eric Opah, at his country home in Bende, Abia State. According to a statement on Thursday […]
Deputy Speaker Orders Immediate Repair of Ozuitem–Uzuakoli Road
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has directed contractors handling the 5.5km Ozuitem–Uzuakoli Road in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State to immediately fix a failed section, insisting the road will not be commissioned until the defects are fully addressed. According to a statement issued by his […]
Abia Leaders Pledge Ndi Igbo Support for Tinubu in 2027
By Oluwakemi Kindness Abia State leaders have assured President Bola Tinubu of the support of Ndi Igbo in the 2027 general elections, saying the region is ready to correct past political mistakes by strategically aligning with the ruling administration. The assurance was given during a New Year visit by the Deputy Speaker of the House […]
Kalu Urges Igbo Voters to Strategize Ahead of 2027 Elections
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called on Igbo voters to be strategic in their political choices, stressing that votes in 2027 should “be invested, not wasted.” Speaking during a series of courtesy visits to APC leaders across Abia State, Kalu said the shortest route to an Igbo […]
Ex Abia Gov Orji Hails Kalu’s Contribution to National Development
By Oluwakemi Kindness Former Abia State Governor, Theodore Orji, has commended the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, for his exceptional performance and contributions to national development. Orji, who represented Abia Central Senatorial District in the 8th and 9th National Assemblies, made the remarks when Kalu paid him a New Year courtesy […]