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Why Did Tinubu Lose In Your Area? Abia Govt Questions Orji Kalu’s Loyalty.

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According to Nivo News, the Abia State Government has questioned the loyalty of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following the outcome of the 2023 general elections, in which the lawmaker retained his senatorial seat while the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) lost in his constituency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The state government’s reaction followed Kalu’s recent assertion that the APC would reclaim Abia State in the 2027 general elections and dislodge Governor Alex Otti from office. The senator, who represents Abia North Senatorial District, had vowed to mobilise support for the APC ahead of the polls, stating that although Governor Otti is his personal friend, his loyalty remains with his party.

Responding through a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Abia State Government challenged Kalu to demonstrate his electoral influence, noting that the APC recorded heavy defeats in his constituency during both the presidential and governorship elections in 2023.

The statement stressed that Governor Otti neither sought Kalu’s political support nor requested him to work against his party, describing the senator’s repeated emphasis on refusing to back the governor as unnecessary and misplaced. It added that any attempt to issue veiled threats against the governor would be counterproductive, insisting that such rhetoric would only strengthen Otti’s resolve.

Questioning Kalu’s claim that he actively worked for President Tinubu in the last election, the government challenged him to publish his polling unit and ward-level results, asking how the APC presidential candidate could lose in his constituency while he emerged victorious on the same ballot.

The Otti administration maintained that the governor’s victory in 2023 was driven by his credibility, competence and campaign promises, making him the only Labour Party governor elected nationwide. It expressed confidence that residents, having witnessed what it described as sustained transformation under Otti’s leadership, would overwhelmingly support his re-election bid in 2027.

The statement also referenced the political ambition of Kalu’s younger brother, Mascot Kalu, who contested the 2023 governorship election under the Action Peoples Party and finished last. It noted that Mascot Kalu secured 11,728 votes, representing just 3.3 per cent of the total votes cast.

Additionally, the government disclosed that several aspirants had already indicated interest in contesting the Abia North senatorial seat on the platform of the Labour Party, assuring that whoever emerges would receive the full backing of Governor Otti.

Governor Otti won the March 18, 2023 governorship election with 175,466 votes, defeating the PDP candidate, Okey Ahiwe, who garnered 88,526 votes.

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THE ULTIMATE SHUTOUT: APC Sweeps All Chairmanship Seats Across Ebonyi In Dramatic Poll Outcome!.

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured all 13 chairmanship positions and 171 councillorship seats contested in the Ebonyi State local government election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

One of the prominent winners was Osborn Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, who emerged chairman-elect of Ohaozara Local Government Area.

Other APC candidates declared winners included Peace Agwu in Ishielu, Paul Ituma in Ohaukwu, Friday Nwuhuo in Ezza North and Chinedu Mkpuma in Ezza South.

Chidi Nwode won in Ikwo, while Timothy Nwachi emerged victorious in Afikpo. Ikechukwu Ogbofia secured Onicha, Michael Kalu Anyim won Ivo, and Simeon Onuoha was declared elected in Edda.

The other winners were Helen Aduga in Izzi, Chidiebere Alo in Abakaliki and Chibueze Odigwe in Ebonyi Local Government Area.

Speaking after announcing the results, Enyi described the election as peaceful and free, stressing that candidates from other political parties also took part.

He praised residents who participated in the poll, saying their turnout demonstrated their commitment to exercising their constitutional rights.

The EBSIEC chairman also commended security agencies for providing the necessary support before and during the election.

Following his declaration, Umahi thanked the electoral commission for what he described as the transparent and peaceful conduct of the election.

The Ohaozara chairman-elect said his administration would focus on improving rural communities, empowering young people and transforming agriculture.

The state APC chairman, Stanley Okoro Emegha, described the party’s performance as a reflection of its growing political influence in Ebonyi.

Emegha said the sweeping victory showed that the APC was gaining wider acceptance among residents, adding that the party was well positioned for the 2027 general elections.

He expressed confidence that the party would replicate its local government election success at the next general election.

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MAINSTREAM OR BUST: APC Chieftain Drops Hard Truths On Why Ndigbo Must Stop Sitting On The Political Fence! .

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  • The Cost of Isolation: An APC chieftain, Ikenna Azomchine, has cautioned that the south-eastern region’s self-imposed political alienation from President Bola Tinubu’s administration is deeply disadvantageous to the Igbo nation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • A Shift Toward Collaboration: Speaking during a regional mobilization tour in Nibo, Anambra State, Azomchine emphasized that meaningful progress and a future path to the presidency rely on active engagement and collaboration with the federal government rather than opposition or confrontation.

    • Acknowledging Policy Shifts: Reflecting on his own years in opposition, Azomchine noted that he previously criticized the administration’s policies, but commended the president for listening to feedback and making necessary policy adjustments.

    • Tangible Benefits: He highlighted that the current administration has delivered increased federal appointments and vital infrastructural projects to Igboland compared to previous eras.

    • Building Broad Alliances: Azomchine concluded that no single geopolitical zone possesses the unilateral capacity to produce a president, underscoring the necessity of building strong political bridges across Nigeria’s diverse regions to achieve national aspirations.

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‘NOWHERE TO RUN’: NAF Escalates Air Patrols And Strikes To Flush Out Criminal Enclaves.

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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has stepped up its aerial campaigns targeting terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping across the North-West, reinforced by an expanded air presence in Sokoto State to bolster joint security efforts.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In an official update shared via its verified social media channel, the NAF stated that this strategic deployment is designed to strengthen aerial surveillance, maintain constant pressure on criminal networks, and improve the operational response time of security forces.

Given that criminal elements frequently exploit challenging terrains and mobility to evade ground troops, the deployment of rapid air assets aims to locate, disrupt, and restrict enemy movement. This approach provides ground forces with critical tactical advantages through improved air-ground coordination.

The initiative reflects the vision of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, to maintain a mission-ready and highly professional force working closely with sister services. The NAF reaffirmed its dedication to utilizing air power to protect citizens, dismantle criminal syndicates, and restore lasting stability to the region.

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