Senate Confirms President Tinubu’s Nominees For South-East, North-West Dev’t Commissions
The Senate has confirmed the nominees of President Bola Tinubu for the newly established North-West Development Commission (NWDC) and South-East Development Commission (SEDC). The confirmation followed the presentation of a report by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, chairman of the Senate’s ad hoc committee on regional developments, on Tuesday. Kalu stated that the nominees met all the necessary requirements during the screening...
APC Chieftain: Nigerians Will Beg Tinubu To Continue In 2027
According to All Progressive Congress (APC) Chieftain Abdulhakeem Alawuje, Nigerians will be so impressed by President Bola Tinubu's performance that they will implore him to stay in office past 2027. In a statement to newsmen, Alawuje urged Nigerians to be patient with the current administration, assuring them that the hardships are temporary and will soon improve and be over for...
Story Behind My Hugs, My Wife’s Quiet Life – Orji Kalu (Video)
In an exclusive interview on ABN TV’s Political Perspective, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former Governor of Abia State and current Senator representing Abia North shared insights into his well-known public displays of affection with political figures, as well as his wife’s decision to maintain a low public profile. https://youtu.be/ot-VUfvMrD4 Addressing the symbolism behind his hugs (OUK Hug), Senator Kalu explained that...
Rep. Ogah Congratulates Senator Azuta-Mbata On Emergence As Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide President-General
Rep. Amobi Godwin Ogah, the Member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Senator John Azuta-Mbata on his election as the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. The election, held on Friday at the historic Old Government Lodge in Enugu, brought together delegates from across the Igbo-speaking states. Delegates from Rivers State unanimously nominated Senator Azuta-Mbata for the...
“Stop Chasing Shadows, Focus On Governance” – Hon. Nkole Advises Governor Otti (Video)
Hon. Uko Ndukwe Nkole, the former member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the 8th and 9th National Assembly, has expressed his unwavering support for the concept of a shadow government, emphasizing its significance in enhancing democratic governance and accountability. In an exclusive interview with ABN TV, Hon. Nkole described the shadow government as a necessary tool for keeping the government...
INEC Requires N126 Billion For Efficient Operations – Prof. Mahmood
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has requested an increase in its budgetary allocation to N126 billion, significantly higher than the N40 billion proposed in the 2025 budget estimates. Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, INEC Chairman, made the appeal on Friday during a budget defense session with the Senate and House of Representatives Joint Committee on INEC and Electoral Matters in Abuja. Highlighting...
Sen. Kalu Reunites 1999-2007 Abia Appointees, Preaches Unity Across Party Lines (Photos)
Former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, on Wednesday, hosted a reunion meeting with former political appointees and government officials who served during his tenure as governor. The event, held at his Camp Neya residence in Igbere, attracted prominent political figures from across Abia State. Among the attendees were the immediate...
Senator Kalu Meets Governor Alex Otti To Discuss State Development (Photos)
The Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has reiterated his commitment to the progress and development of Abia State following a meeting with the Governor of the state, Dr. Alex Otti. In a statement shared by Senator Kalu, he described the meeting as part of his usual tradition of engaging with the state’s executive leadership to...
Hon. Obinna Ichita Demands Accountability From Sen. Abaribe After 17 Years In Office
Hon. Obinna Ichita, who represented Aba South State Constituency in the Abia House of Assembly from 2019 to 2023, has openly criticized Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe over alleged mismanagement of funds allocated for developmental projects in Abia South Senatorial Zone. In a statement posted on his official Facebook page, Hon. Ichita wrote, "Our people have identified 19 pointed questions for Senator...
Sabina Chikere assumes office as Executive Director, Edo Sports Commission
•to oversee Operations and Sports Development As Edo State officially kick-starts the 2025 working year in full fledge, Mrs Sabina Chikere made a historic return to the Edo State Sports Commission on Monday, 6th January, 2025, resuming her role as Executive Director Sabina was on the 18th of December, 2024, appointed by the Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo,...
