Residents of Umunenweze village within the Okaiuga Nkwoegwu autonomous community in Umuahia North Local Government Area, Abia State, have called on the state government for urgent intervention to halt ongoing land grabbing activities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Protest and Allegations of Illegal Sales

During a peaceful protest at the disputed Okpuijikara land, community members warned that the situation threatens imminent violence and widespread hunger. Speaking on behalf of the village, the spokesperson, Onyekachi Igbojionu, alleged that a few individuals secretly allocated ancestral farmlands—reserved for farming and future housing—to private estate developers without the community’s consent.

Igbojionu noted that these actions persist in defiance of an existing court order issued by Justice A.U. Kalu of the Abia State High Court, Umuahia, under suit number HU/163/2022. Furthermore, residents expressed deep concern that local school lands have also been targeted for unauthorized distribution.

Appeal to Governor Alex Otti

The community appealed directly to Governor Alex Otti to intervene and prevent bloodshed, emphasizing their commitment to using legal, peaceful, and judicial means to protect their heritage. Echoing these concerns, Mrs. Janeth Nwagboso stated that women are now too fearful to farm on the land, worsening local unemployment and hunger.

It is noteworthy that the Abia State government previously acknowledged receiving petitions regarding the land dispute on June 3, 2026, pledging to pursue an amicable resolution.

During the ongoing promotion exercise for staff under the Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs), Hon. Abraham Umar, Full Term Member 1 of the Niger State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB), reminded education workers that professional advancement calls for heightened commitment and responsibility.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), along with the party’s National Working Committee, is currently engaged in a high-level meeting with representatives from the International Republican Institute (IRI) and the National Democratic Institute (NDI).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The visiting delegation is spearheaded by Jendayi Frazier, who previously served as the United States Assistant Secretary for African Affairs. This engagement follows closely on the heels of the delegation’s recent discussions with other political figures. While specific details of the ongoing talks remain undisclosed, the engagement underscores international interest in the nation’s political landscape.

Both the NDI and the IRI are prominent American non-governmental organizations dedicated to fostering democratic processes, strengthening institutional accountability, and encouraging civic participation worldwide.