The controversy erupted after a viral video surfaced showing Ogbonnaya pouring a libation and raising a kola nut to complain to the ancestors that Governor Otti was allegedly neglecting the capital by running the state from his private residence in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South.

Reacting swiftly to protect their land, the custodians of Ibeku tradition gathered to perform a counter-ritual, declaring the former Commissioner’s unilateral actions null and void. While acknowledging Ogbonnaya as a prominent son of the soil, the Royal Fathers emphasized that no individual has the right to invoke the ancestors or play politics with the name of the clan without the express approval of the traditional council.

“Our son performed a traditional role he was never mandated to carry out,” the monarchs stated during the cleansing ceremony. “We are entirely dissatisfied with his actions. We hereby reverse every evil wine and spoken word directed against Governor Alex Otti. It shall continue to be well with the Governor.”

The traditional rulers passed a vote of confidence in Governor Otti’s performance so far, warning politicians against using sacred cultural institutions to wage political warfare.

Spiritual Counter-Attack: Ibeku Traditional Rulers Neutralize Ritual Targeting Governor Alex Otti

The political atmosphere in Abia State took a dramatic cultural turn as top traditional rulers from Umuahia North assembled to completely neutralize an offensive traditional libation directed at Governor Alex Otti.

The ritual was originally performed by former Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs Commissioner, Charles Ogbonnaya, who publicly accused the Governor of abandoning the official Government House in Umuahia to govern from his country home.

However, the Ibeku Egwu Asaa Traditional Council has completely disowned the act. In a powerful counter-ritual, the monarchs poured a fresh libation to cleanse the land and erase any spiritual negative impact intended for the state’s chief executive.

The Royal Fathers strongly cautioned against weaponizing ancestral traditions for partisan politics, reiterating that they are deeply proud of Governor Otti’s developmental strides in Abia State. By overruling the former commissioner, the monarchs have drawn a firm line between legitimate political criticism and unsanctioned traditional interference.

In a compelling statement, Onochie argued that Atiku represents the party’s ultimate weapon to secure victory in the 2027 presidential race and deliver effective governance. She urged party delegates to look past sentiment and prioritize raw political capability if they truly intend to make history.

“Politics is not an award for effort, it is not about sentiments,” Onochie stated. “It is a test of preparedness, capacity, national reach, and the ability to win power and govern effectively.”

She emphasized that Atiku possesses a rare combination of national acceptance, experience, economic insight, and a unique capacity for coalition-building.

Rallying ADC members to make a pragmatic choice at the convention, Onochie concluded: “If ADC desires not simply to make history but to win history, then members must choose a candidate with national scale, tested endurance, and the capacity to convert aspiration into government. The Primary is the contest. The General Election is the mission. The Presidency is the destination.”

Lauretta Onochie Drops Presidential Shocker: Backs Atiku for ADC Ticket, Outlines 2027 Strategy

As the African Democratic Congress (ADC) heads to its high-stakes presidential primary today, a prominent voice from the previous administration has thrown her weight behind Atiku Abubakar. Lauretta Onochie, the vocal former media aide to former President Muhammadu Buhari, has declared Atiku as the only candidate capable of taking the ADC to Aso Rock in 2027.

Onochie stressed that the primary must focus strictly on choosing a candidate with a proven national footprint capable of winning the general election.

According to her, Atiku offers unmatched experience, cross-regional appeal, and the strategic endurance needed to overthrow the status quo.

“As ADC prepares for its 2027 Presidential Primary, members must ask one question above all else: Who gives ADC the strongest opportunity to win Nigeria and govern successfully? For many party faithful, the answer is clear: Atiku Abubakar,” Onochie asserted.

With the primaries kicking off today, Onochie’s high-profile endorsement marks a significant realignment in the buildup to the 2027 general elections, challenging ADC delegates to shift from a minor-party mindset to an aggressive quest for power.

2027: Mustafa Sule-Lamido Clinches Jigawa PDP Governorship Ticket

Alhaji Mustafa Sule-Lamido, son of the former Governor of Jigawa State, has been officially declared the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for the upcoming 2027 general elections.

The Returning Officer for the primary election, Mr. Isa Ahmed, made the announcement on Sunday, confirming Sule-Lamido as the sole candidate. Ahmed noted that the process leading to his emergence fully complied with the party’s constitution and official guidelines.

Reacting to his victory, Sule-Lamido expressed deep gratitude to the party’s leadership and delegates for their unwavering trust. Reflecting on his political journey, he recalled his 2023 run when the party first entrusted him with the governorship mandate.

“Though we did not secure victory then, we earned the confidence of hundreds of thousands of our people and laid a strong foundation,” Sule-Lamido said. He urged party members to unite, promising to spearhead a campaign rooted in hope, reform, and the promise of a better Jigawa State.

Jigawa 2027: Sule-Lamido’s Son Secures PDP Ticket, Vows to Reclaim State

The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially settled on Alhaji Mustafa Sule-Lamido as its flagbearer to reclaim the Jigawa State government house in 2027.

Sule-Lamido emerged as the sole candidate during Sunday’s primary elections, a process certified by the election’s Returning Officer, Mr. Isa Ahmed, as fully compliant with the PDP constitution.

Accepting the nomination, the younger Lamido thanked party faithful and noted that the task ahead was familiar territory. Having flown the party’s flag in the 2023 elections, he emphasized that their past attempt was not a failure but a building block.

“We earned the confidence of hundreds of thousands of our people and laid a strong foundation,” he stated. Sule-Lamido called on all stakeholders to rally behind his vision, promising a campaign focused on robust reform and unity across Jigawa State.