157 results found for Sen. Orji Kalu
NEITI underscores need to address gender, environmental issues in extractive industry
THE Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has underscored the need to go beyond global standard prescription to address peculiar gender and environmental issues within Nigeria’s... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 hrs ago | seen 22 times
Tags: Mr Olusegun Adekunle,NEITI,Dr Orji Ogbonnaya Orji,
Robbers burgle NPC office in Badagry
THE National Population Commission (NPC) Badagry office located at Town Hall near Topo Garage, in Lagos State was burgled on Sunday. A staff member of the commission,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 days ago | seen 93 times
Tags: National Population Commission (NPC), Funmilayo Bojrenu, Anthonia Kalu,
Lawan, Orji Kalu visit Katsina ahead of APC presidential primaries
Senate President, Ahmed Lawan and the Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, on Thursday visited Katsina State as part of consultations ahead of... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 5 days ago | seen 66 times
Tags: Ahmed Lawan, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu,
Kano explosion: Orji Kalu sympathises with Kano residents, seeks investigation
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has commiserated with the government and people of Kano State over the gas cylinder explosion on Aba... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 7 days ago | seen 65 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA),
Kano explosion: Orji Kalu sympathises with Kano residents, seeks investigation
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has commiserated with the government and people of Kano State over the gas cylinder explosion on Aba... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 7 days ago | seen 71 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA),
NEITI presents global open government partnership award to Buhari
THE Nigerian Extractives Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) on Monday handed over the global Open Government Partnership (OGP) Award won by Nigeria in December 2021 to President... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a week ago | seen 115 times
Tags: Nigerian Extractives Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), Open Government Partnership (OGP), Orji Ogbonnaya Orji,
Orji Kalu condemns killing of Deborah Yakubu
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has condemned the gruesome murder of a student of Shehu Shahari College of Education, Sokoto, Ms Deborah... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 weeks ago | seen 55 times
Tags: Orji Kalu, Deborah Yakubu
Open contest: Ohanaeze threatens to boycott 2023 polls
THE Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, the Igbo socio-cultural group, has threatened that the South East will boycott the 2023 general elections if the ruling All Progressives Congress... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 weeks ago | seen 131 times
Tags: Edwin Clark, Mazika Art Adiele, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Orji Uzor Kalu
2023: 4 commissoners resign in Ebonyi
FOUR commissoners in the Ebonyi executive council have resigned to contest for various positions in the 2023 general elections. The state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 weeks ago | seen 72 times
Tags: Mr Uchenna Orji, Chief Onyekachi Nwebonyi, Chief Emma Uguru, Dr Kelechi Igwe, Mr Pastor Eze Nwachukwu, Dr Daniel Umezurike, Chief Austin Umahi
I can’t betray Igbos, Orji Kalu replies Edwin Clark
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has said that he never betrayed the South-East in pursuing his political ambitions. Kalu, in a statement he... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 weeks ago | seen 69 times
Tags: Chief Edwin Clark, Sen. Orji Kalu
2023: Orji Kalu is insincere, dishonest, out to betray his people for selfish reason — Clark
FORMER Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South leader, Chief Edwin Clark has taken a swipe at the Senate Chief Whip and former Governor of Abia State,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 weeks ago | seen 160 times
Tags: Ahmad Lawan, Orji Uzor Kalu, Chief Edwin Clark
Kalu withdraws from presidential race, backs Lawan
SENATE Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu, has withdrawn from the 2023 presidential race He threw his weight behind the presidential bid of Senate President Ahmad Lawan, who... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 weeks ago | seen 75 times
Tags: Muhammadu Buhari, Ahmad Lawan, Orji Uzor Kalu
2023: Orji Kalu picks APC form for Senate
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu says he has picked the All Progressives Congress (APC) form for the Abia North Senate seat. Kalu, in... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 2 weeks ago | seen 81 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Ahmad Lawan
Orji Kalu eulogises Reps spokesman, Benjamin Kalu at 51
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has congratulated the spokesman of the 9th House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu as he celebrates his... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 weeks ago | seen 41 times
Tags: Benjamin Kalu, Orji Kalu
Nwoye, former APC Chairman, dismisses purported expulsion from party
DR Ben Nwoye, immediate past Chairman of Enugu State All Progressive Congress (APC), has dismissed his purported expulsion and that of five others from the party. Reacting... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 weeks ago | seen 57 times
Tags: Dr Ben Nwoye, Sen. Adamu Abdulahi, Capt. Joe Orji (retired), Mr Robert Ngwu
APC expels ex- Enugu Chairman, 5 others
THE All-Progressives Congress, APC has expelled its former Enugu State Chairman, Mr Ben Nwoye for anti-party activities. This is contained in a communique on Wednesday in Enugu... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 weeks ago | seen 73 times
Tags: All-Progressives Congress, Mr Ben Nwoye, Mr Kingsley Uduji, Mr Joseph Orji, Mr Chidera Obed, Mr Ododoeze Ocho, Mr Chukwudi Igwe
Orji Uzor Kalu gives conditions to contest presidential election
CHIEF Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, has said that he will vie for the presidency in 2023, if the All Progressives Congress (APC)... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 weeks ago | seen 87 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, APC
2023: I will support any aspirant ready to develop Abia – Kalu
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has said that he will only support an aspirant that will work to develop the state, when... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 weeks ago | seen 69 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Chief Chidi Nwosu, APC
Nigeria lost a rare gem in Alaafin of Oyo – Orji Kalu
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has described the death of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III as a huge loss to... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 71 times
Tags: Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, Sen. Orji Kalu
Why I aspire to return to Senate – Nwaogu
SEN. Nkechi Nwaogu, who represented Abia Central Senatorial District from 2007 to 2015, has declared her ambition to return to the Senate in 2023. Nwaogu made this... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 75 times
Tags: Nkechi Nwaogu, Theodore Orji
Orji Kalu Foundation hails its Chairman at 62
THE Orji Uzo Kalu Foundation has congratulated its Chairman and Senate Chief Whip, Sen. Orji Kalu as he celebrated his 62th birthday anniversary. A statement on Thursday... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 80 times
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2 businessmen to pick presidential forms for Lawan, Orji Kalu
TWO Abia businessmen have offered to buy nomination and expression of interest forms for Senate President, Ahmad Lawan and Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu for... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 72 times
Tags: Ahmad Lawan, Orji Uzor Kalu, Ukaegbu James, Nnanna Kalu, President Muhammadu Buhari, Felix Morka, APC,
Abia’s political woes will continue unless … – APC Chairman
ABIA'S political woes will continue unless the people take bold steps to free the state from politicians without character. The declaration was made on Monday in Aba,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 57 times
Tags: Dr Kingsley Ononogbu, Orji Uzor Kalu, Gov. Chukwuma Soludo, APC, Gov. Chris Ngige
2023 presidency: Aso Rock stays aloof as aspirants battle for APC ticket
WITH the time ticking rapidly against the timetable of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for activities leading to the 2023 polls, compelling the All Progressives... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 59 times
Tags: Orji Uzor Kalu, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Dave Umahi, Yemi Osinbajo, Muhammadu Buhari
Senate President inaugurates Kalu’s constituency projects in Abia North Projects
THE President of the Senate, Sen. Ahmad Lawan, Friday inaugurated some constituency projects attracted to Abia North Senatorial District by the Senate Chief Whip, Sen. Orji... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 50 times
Tags: Frank Ibezim, Ralph Ugara, Emeka Eze, Ahmad Lawan, Orji Kalu
Orji Kalu preaches peace, unity at Easter
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has urged Nigerians to use the Easter season for sober reflection as individuals and as a nation. Kalu,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 34 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu,
What you need to know about sudden death
A sudden death is an unanticipated death. Though sudden deaths have different causes, they are all unexpected and consequently unanticipated. The senior special assistant to the FCT... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 71 times
Tags: Ejike Orji,
Umahi’s presidential ambition unshakeable, says commissioner
EBONYI State commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Uchenna Orji, yesterday said the presidential ambition of Governor David Umahi had remained unwavering and alive in the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 73 times
Tags: Uchenna Orji, David Umahi
Abia 2023: NRM gov aspirant promises to stabilize food supply, eradicate hunger
MR Kalu Ijomah, Abia State governorship aspirant on the platform of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), has promised to stabilize food supply, eradicate hunger and alleviate... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 56 times
Tags: National Rescue Movement (NRM), Kalu Ijeoma,
13,000 Nigerians are my employees– Orji Kalu
THE Chief Whip of Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu says he has 13,000 Nigerians under his employment across different sectors of the economy. The former governor of Abia... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 48 times
Tags: Abdulahi Adamu, President Buhari, Sen. Orji Kalu
Social Welfare Service Bill scales 1st reading at Senate
THE Social Welfare Service Bill, 2022, aimed at reducing extreme poverty in Nigeria has scaled first reading at the Senate. The bill entitled “Social Welfare Service Bill,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 48 times
Tags: Orji Kalu
Finance minister, Prof. Gambari laud Indorama's support for Buhari's fertiliser initiative
CHIEF of Staff to the President, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari and the Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning Dr (Mrs) Zainab Shamsuna Ahmed, have commended Indorama-Nigeria... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted a month ago | seen 115 times
Tags: Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, Zainab Shamsuna Ahmed, Uche Orji.
APC primaries: I’m not afraid of Tinubu and other gladiators – Yahaya Bello
GOV. Yahaya Bello of Kogi on Saturday said that he was not afraid of key actors jostling for the 2023 presidential ticket of the All Progressives... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 79 times
Tags: Jonathan Zwingina, Orji Kalu, Bola Tinubu, Dave Umahi, Yahaya Bello
NEITI condemns attacks on HEDA Chairman, Abuja-Kaduna train
THE Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative, NEITI, has described as despicable the attack on the Chairman of the Human Environmental Development Agenda, HEDA, Mr Lanre Suraju,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 95 times
Tags: Orji Ogbonnaya-Orji, Lanre Suraju, NEITI
Orji Kalu urges APC to zone presidential ticket to Southeast
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to reveal... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 72 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, All Progressives Congress
Ramadan: Orji Kalu preaches love, forgiveness
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has urged the Muslim Ummah to use the holy month of Ramadan to offer prayers for the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 39 times
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Abia Governor in 2023 belongs to Old Aba Division - Apugo
POWER in Abia State should go to the old Aba Division based on the Abia Charter of Equity, according to Hon Chukwudi Apugo, who represents Umuahia... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 91 times
Tags: Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Senator Theodore Orji., Hon Chukwudi Apugo
Stiff penalties await operators of vehicles with faded number plates in FCT
STIFF penalties await those who drive vehicles with faded number plates in the FCT. Public Relations and Enlightenment Officer of the Vehicle Inspection Office, VIO, in the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 516 times
Tags: Kalu Emetu, Abdul-Lateef Bello
Orji Kalu condemns Abuja-Kaduna train attack
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has described the attack on the Kaduna bound train from Abuja on Monday as evil and cruel. Kalu,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 54 times
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Man, 24, docked for allegedly assaulting IKEDC staff
A 24-year-old man, Peter Orji, on Tuesday appeared before an Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court in Lagos State for allegedly assaulting IKEDC staff. Orji, of no fixed address, is... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 71 times
Tags: T.A. Shotobi, Insp. Christian Okonofua, Peter Orji
Court orders Medical doctor to defend himself in adultery charge
A High Court Judge, Justice Ishaku Kunda on Monday ordered a medical Doctor to defend himself in the alleged adultery charge before an Upper Area Court... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 57 times
Tags: Justice Ishaku Kunda, Dr Machael Owoicho-Odeh, Mr Maduabuchi Orji, Mr Joseph Danboyi, Mrs Alex Muleng, Michael Owoicho Odeh
WC play-off: Ebonyi football fans hail Kalu for offering fans 5,000 tickets
Ebonyi Football fans have hailed Sen. Orji Kalu for purchasing 5,000 tickets for fans to watch the decisive World Cup qualifying play-off between Nigeria and Ghana... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 131 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu,
APC Convention: Orji Kalu congratulates new NWC members
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, on Sunday, congratulated the new National Working Committee (NWC) members of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Kalu,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 99 times
Tags: APC, President Muhammadu Buhari, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu,
Orji Kalu hails President Buhari’s intervention ahead of APC convention
SEN. Orji Kalu, the Chief Whip of the Senate on Saturday hailed President Muhammadu Buhari’s timely intervention in resolving the intra party differences ahead of APC ... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 84 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, President Muhammadu Buhari, APC
Support group to buy nomination form for Orji Kalu if ….
A group, under the aegis of Orji Uzor Kalu (OUK) Movement Abia, has vowed to purchase nomination and intent form for, Sen Orji Kalu ahead of... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 80 times
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Businessman, 37, docked for alleged N5m mint notes fraud
A 37-year-old businessman, Chidi Nwokolo, was on Friday brought before an Ebute Meta Chief Magistrates’ Court, Lagos State, for allegedly defrauding a man of N5.07 million... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 72 times
Tags: Mrs O.O. Ikobayo, Chidi Nwokolo, Mr Ifeanyi Orji, Central Bank of Nigeria
2023: Court judgment has boosted Umahi’s presidential chances – Orji
THE chances of Ebonyi State Governor Dave Umahi to emerge the Nigerian president in 2023 may have been enhanced by the recent judgment of the Federal... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 53 times
Tags: Justice Inyang Ekwo, Uchenna Orji, Dave Umahi
Tax Crime Commission bill passes 2nd reading at Senate
A bill seeking to establish the Tax Crimes Commission has scaled second reading at the Senate. This followed the lead debate of the bill at Wednesday’s plenary... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 98 times
Tags: Orji Uzor Kalu, Isah Jubrin
Zoning: South East politicians, analysts give divergent views ahead of 2023
AS electioneering begins ahead of the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, one contentious issue heating the polity is the politics of zoning of elective positions by... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 86 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Sen. Theodore Orji, Dr Obinna Ogbonna, Mr Okey Ihemamma, Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu, Sullivan Chime, Emma Ogbonnaya, Ike EKweremadu, David Mark, Mr Dominic Ezerioha, Mr Wilson Okereke, Mr Ant
DRTS urges dispatch riders to obey traffic rules in FCT
THE Directorate of Road Traffic Services, DRTS, Abuja, has called on dispatch riders to obey road traffic rules and regulations in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 72 times
Tags: Abdul-Lateef Bello, Kalu Emetu
Umahi approves promotion of Ebonyi civil servants, payment of pension
THE Ebonyi Governor, David Umahi has approved the release of the promotion for all deserving civil servants in the state. This is contained in a statement issued... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 60 times
Tags: Governor David Umahi, Mr Uchenna Orji,
Orji Kalu condemns attack on Ohaneze President, Obiozor’s home
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has condemned the attack on the Awo- Omanma country home of President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Prof.... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 70 times
Tags: Prof. George Obiozor, Orji Kalu
Trade booms as 26th NUGA takes centre stage at UNILAG
COMMERCIAL activities at the University of Lagos has increased as the 26th Nigerian Universities Games, NUGA, takes the centre stage in the institution, reports the News... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 62 times
Tags: Olabisi Adesina, Kalu Amar, Chukwuma Onyekachi, Ahmadu Bello University, Anthony Ogbutim
Residents bemoan public restriction at Soludo’s governorship inauguration
A cross section of Awka residents have expressed dismay over the restriction of the public from attending the March 17 inauguration of Prof. Charles Soludo as... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 84 times
Tags: Prof. Charles Soludo, Mr C-Don Adinuba, Shedrack Nwosu, All Progressives Grand Alliance, Mr Sunny Orji
APC National Convention: Orji Kalu forwards list of Abia delegates to party leadership
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu on Monday in Abuja forwarded list of statutory delegates from Abia to the national leadership of... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 125 times
Tags: APC, Gov. Mai Mala Buni, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, Amb. Sam Nkire, Rep. Sam Onuigbo,
Osinbajo notifies Buhari of presidential ambition
VICE President Yemi Osinbajo has finally informed President Muhammadu Buhari of his presidential ambition, Daily Trust learnt from credible sources. The sources said the VP told the president... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 132 times
Tags: Orji Uzo Kalu, Chris Ngige, Kayode Fayemi, Godwin Emefiele, Rotimi Amaechi, Yemi Osinbajo, Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Mining coys owe federation accounts N2.76bn – NEITI
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) says over 2,000 companies operating in Nigeria’s solid minerals industry are indebted to the federation accounts to tune of... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 82 times
Tags: NEITI, Dr Orji Ogbonnaya Orji, Mr Olusegun Adekunle,
I never supported efforts to undermine APC March 26 convention date—Orji Kalu
ORJI Kalu, the Chief Whip of the Senate, has absolved himself from supporting efforts to undermine the March 26 national convention of the All Progressives Congress,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 82 times
Tags: Abubakar Sani Bello, Mai Mala Buni, Orji Kalu, Salihu Lukman
SESSPN holds its maiden 2022 Honour Nite in Lagos
By Kennedy Nnamani A non-political association under the aegis of South East South South Professionals of Nigeria, SESSPN, is set to hold its maiden 2022 Honour Nite. According... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 93 times
Tags: Chike Okoroafor, Denzil Kentebe, Collins Ugwu, Noble Uchechukwu, Mathew Ogagavworia, Samuel Ulaikere, Anthonia Ofere, Ireke Kalu Onuma, Andy Wabali, Hannibal Uwaifo, George Agu
N7.1bn fraud: EFCC wants Uzor Kalu tried in Lagos
ECONOMIC and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has asked the Federal High Court, Abuja to transfer to its Lagos division the fresh trial of former Abia State... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 75 times
Tags: Oluwaleke Atolagbe, Orji Uzor Kalu, Jones Udeogo
Alleged N7.1bn fraud: EFCC seeks transfer of Kalu’s retrial, others to Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday prayed the Federal High Court, Abuja to transfer the fresh trial of former Abia governor and two... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 62 times
Tags: Justice Inyang Ekwo, Oluwaleke Atolagbe, Jones Udeogu, Goddy Uche, Solo Akuma, Prof. Awa Kalu, Orji Uzor Kalu
APC to present southern presidential candidate for 2023 election – El-Rufai
El-Rufai, who spoke at Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, said he is confident that the APC candidate will win the presidential election. The Kaduna State governor,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 78 times
Tags: APC, Bola Tinubu, Dave Umahi, Senators Rochas Okorocha, Orji Uzor Kalu, El-Rufai,
As senate rejects Buhari’s request: Amaechi, Malami, Ngige, others in tight corner
AT least four ministers among them Rotimi Amaechi, Raji Fashola, Abubakar Malami and Chris Ngige are in a tight corner following the senate’s rejection of President... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 91 times
Tags: Adegboyega Awomolo, Abubakar Umar Kari, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Ovie Omo-Agege, Enyinnaya Abaribe, Inyang Ekwo, Ahmed Lawan, Muhammadu Buhari, Rotimi Amaechi, Raji Fashola, Abubakar Malami, Chris Ngige
Buni won’t return as APC caretaker committee chairman – El-Rufai
KADUNA State Governor Nasir El-Rufai confirmed yesterday that Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni will never return as chairman of the national caretaker committee of the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 2 months ago | seen 54 times
Tags: Orji Uzor Kalu, Ovie Omo-Agege, John Odigie Oyegun, Adams Oshiomole, Abubakar Malami, Muhammadu Buhari, Abubakar Sani Bello, Nasir El-Rufai, Mai Mala Buni
NEITI unveils audit reports, management system, to drive reforms, transparency
THE Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative, NEITI, has unveiled its 2020 Audit Reports on oil, mining and Fiscal Allocation and Statutory Disbursement to drive reforms and... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 104 times
Tags: Umar Ajiya, Mohhamed Nami, Orji Ogbonnaya Orji, Olusegun Adekunle, Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative
Fuel scarcity: Nigerians bemoan activities of black marketers
A cross section of Nigerians on Monday decried the high cost of transportation, attributing it to the fuel scarcity and activities of black marketers. They told the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 56 times
Tags: Chinonso Orji
Constitution Amendment: Why gender bills failed
AS women across the country continue to raise eyebrows over the rejection of some gender bills in the ongoing amendments to the 1999 Constitution by members... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 141 times
Tags: Senator Abiodun Olujimi, Nyesom Wike, APC, Benjamin Kalu, AMAC,
Gov. Ikpeazu’s wife advocates for promotion of gender equality through ICT
THE wife of the Governor of Abia, Mrs Nkechi Ikpeazu, says Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is a key factor for promoting gender equality. Ikpeazu said this... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 49 times
Tags: Mrs Nkechi Ikpeazu, Dr Ifeoma Kalu, Mr Ikenna Ogbudimkpa, Miss Onyinyechi Nwosu, Vivacious Development Initiative, Mrs Onyinyechi Mamah, Miss Norah Okafor, Mrs Vivian Oko, Protect the Precious Founda
Orji Kalu celebrates former President Obasanjo as he turns 85
The Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has congratulated former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 85th birthday anniversary. Kalu in a goodwill message issued on... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 62 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Olusegun Obasanjo,
Court approves Umahi’s defection to APC
THE State High Court sitting in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital on Monday struck out the suit brought before it by the candidate of the All... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 62 times
Tags: Uchenna Orji, Roy Umahi, Henry Njoku, Ogbonnaya Okorie, Sonny Ogbuoji, David Umahi
Enugu community gets traditional ruler after 8 years of crisis
IGWE Cosmas Ezeumeh, on Tuesday received his staff of office as the traditional ruler of Nachi community in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State after... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 125 times
Tags: Chief Charles Egumgbe, Dr. Chukwuma Orji, Igwe Cosmas Ezeumeh,
Orji Kalu celebrates Adeboye at 80
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has congratulated the founder and General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 69 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye
Defection: Court nullifies suit seeking to evict Umahi from office
THE State High Court sitting in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital, on Monday, struck out a suit brought before it by the candidate of the All... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 81 times
Tags: Barr. Uchenna Orji, Barr. Roy Umahi, Henry Njoku, Ogbonnaya Okorie, David Umahi, Sonny Ogbuoji
Abia govt. apologises to Gombe State over cattle market attack
THE Abia government, on Monday apologised to Gombe State government over the attack at the new Abia Cattle Market in Omumauzo, Ukwa West Local Government area... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 68 times
Tags: Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu, Gov. Inuwa Yahaya, Kalu Ogbu IV, Yahuza Yusuf, Dr Manassah Jatau, Cattle Dealers Association of Nigeria,
Avila Naturalle unveils new fashion brand, rewards distributors
A manufacturer of natural skincare products in Nigeria, Avila Naturalle, has launched its new Fashion brand in Lagos to meets the ever growing demands of the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 64 times
Tags: Precious Onyinye, Hafsat Balogun, Esohe Omorogbe, Adeola Adeyanju, Mary Jane Ebogu, Monica Davidson, Precious Oyeogbe, Taiwo Asambe, Chinyere Orji, Avila Naturalle, Temitope Mayegun
Lagos PDP delegates reject consensus arrangement to elect officials
THE move by the Lagos State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to elect members of the State Working Committee, SWC, through a consensus arrangement... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 89 times
Tags: Remi Akitoye, Aduke Maina, Kofo Bucknor-Akerele, Rita Orji, Douye Diri, Seyi Makinde, Amos Fawole, Phillip Olabode
Presidency: Technocrats drum support for Orji Kalu
AS the clamour for a credible and competent hand to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari continues, some technocrats on Saturday drummed support for Sen. Orji Kalu, Chief... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 105 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Angu Uzoamaka, President Muhammadu Buhari
Reps panel recommends immunity for Senate President, Speaker, others
The House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Reviews has recommended immunity clause for Senate President and the Speaker of the House of Reps and heads of... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 80 times
Tags: Rep. Benjamin Kalu, Rep. Segun Odebunmi, Rep. Ahmed Wase,
Orji Kalu rejoices with Anyim at 61
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has congratulated former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Chief Anyim Pius Anyim on his... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 58 times
Tags: Chief Anyim Pius Anyim, Sen. Orji Kalu,
Abia APC leaders reaffirm loyalty to Acho Obioma-led EXCO
NOTABLE stalwarts of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia gathered at the party Secretariat on Azikiwe Road, Umuahia Thursday to reaffirm their loyalty to the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 92 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Dr Alex Otti, Sen. Chris Adighije, Chief Stanley Ohajuruka, Chief Donatus Nwankpa, All Progressives Congress, Mr Perfect Okorie, Obioma, Kalu, Otti, Ogah, Akomas, Sen. Nkechi Wogu, Chi
Abia Govt confirms death of 8 in Omuma-Uzo market attack
ABIA government has confirmed the killing of eight persons by gunmen at the new Cattle Market in Omuma-Uzo in Ukwa West Local Government Area of the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 97 times
Tags: Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu, Chief Eze Chikamnayo, CP Janet Agbede, Chief Sopuruchi Bekee, Chief Okey Kanu, Chief Okiyi Kalu.
Ibadanland: Orji Kalu felicitates new Olubadan, High Chief Balogun
The Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has congratulated the newly appointed 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Lekan Balogun. Kalu, in a goodwill message... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 121 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, High Chief Lekan Balogun, Oba Saliu Adetunji,
Anyim has distinguished himself...Ahmed Buhari
CLAIMS that South East may not produce capable hands who will occupy the office of the Nigerian president come 2023 has once more been debunked. Speaking on... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 91 times
Tags: Goodluck Jonathan, Ahmed Buhari, Orji Kalu, Rochas Okorocha, Anyim Pius Anyim,
2023: Nigerians in Germany host Sen. Orji Kalu, endorse him for President
NIGERIANS in Germany under aegis of the Nigerian Union on Sunday night, declared their support to the presidential ambition of Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 139 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu
2023: Serious efforts to woo Emefiele into presidential race heighten
SPIRITED efforts are being made by top shots of the All Progressives Congress, APC, including some officials in the Presidency, to draft Central Bank of Nigeria,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 177 times
Tags: Osita Nwasinobi, Valentine Gabriel, Wale Fapohunda, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Yemi Osinbajo, Orji Uzor Kalu, Rochas Okorocha, Dave Umahi, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Godwin Emefiele, Muha
8th Nigeria Pitch Awards ceremony holds March 27 in Abuja
ORGANIZERS of the Nigeria Pitch Awards on Saturday announced plans to host the 8th Award Ceremony after the FIFA World Cup play-off final leg between the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 137 times
Tags: Shina Philips, Super Eagles, Amaju Pinnick, AITEO Group, MTN, Air Peace, Nyesom Wike, Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa, Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Uchenna Kalu, Gift Monday, Asisat Oshoala, Paul Onuachu, Wilfred
184 illegal refining sites uncovered in Rivers LG
THE leadership of Ikwerre local government area of Rivers State, has declared that no fewer than 184 illegal refining sites have been uncovered in the area... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 88 times
Tags: Joseph Obelle, IPMAN, Darlington Orji, Samuel Nwanosike
Reps to Malami: No selfish interests in passage of Electoral Bill
HOUSE of Representatives, Thursday, said there was no scintilla of selfish interest in the passage of the electoral act amendment bill into law by the national... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 90 times
Tags: Abubarkar Malami, Benjamin Kalu, HOUSE of Representatives
Shaibu Lau becomes new Deputy Senate Minority Leader
THE Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Minority Caucus has appointed Senator Shaibu Lau (Taraba North) as the Senate Deputy Minority Leader. The post became vacant following the defection... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 3 months ago | seen 188 times
Tags: APC, PDP, Senator Shaibu Lau, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, Senator George Sekibo, President Muhammadu Buhari
Let’s Talk About APTE - A President from the East
SINCE a memorable birth over two millennia ago, the anticipation of men from the East has always fascinated the world. The sense of fascination remains undimmed... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 132 times
Tags: ICIR, EFCC, Anyim Pius Anyim, SGF, Orji Uzor Kalu, Rochas Okorocha
2023 presidency: Tinubu is not a threat to me- Orji Kalu
ORJI Uzor Kalu, a former governor of Abia State and presidential aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has said he will defeat... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 238 times
Tags: Orji Uzor Kalu, Bola Ahmed Tinubu
No going back on closure of markets – Abia Govt
ABIA State government has stated that the closure of the Waterside abattoir and Ahia Udele market in Aba is permanent. The State Commissioner for Trade and Investment,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 169 times
Tags: John Okiyi Kalu, Governor Okezie Ikpeazu
BudgIT CEO launches N10m crowdfund for Obi's presidential campaign
SEUN Onigbinde, BudgIT CEO has launched a campaign to crowdfund N10 billion for Peter Obi’s presidential ambition. In a tweet, the tech guru noted that a GoFundMe... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 120 times
Tags: Peter Obi, Orji Uzor Kalu, SEUN Onigbinde, Bola Tinubu
Zone presidential slot to the South, SESSPN urges political parties
By Anthony Isibor. THE executive of the South East and South-South Professionals, SESSPN, has called for a broad consensus across the country and on all the political... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 74 times
Tags: Ireke A. Kalu-Onuma, Hannibal Uwaifo, South East and South-South Professionals,
CSO expresses dissatisfaction over missing electoral materials in Anambra
THE Civil Society Organisation and Media Policy Advocacy Network, CSOMPAN, has expressed disatisfaction over missing electoral materials used during the Nov. 6 Governorship election in Anambra... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 96 times
Tags: Alphonsus Nwoye, Nkwachukwu Orji, Obunikem Asuzu
Basil Ejidike to lead Anambra state APC
THE Anambra state chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has elected Basil Ejidike as its chairman. Other officers elected were Ifeanyi Osegbue, Deputy chairman; Chidi Orji,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 122 times
Tags: Charles Ezeani, Chinedu Eluomuno, Friday Nwanozie Nwosu, Andy Uba, Chukwunonso Chinwuba, Calista Nwachukwu, Chidi Orji,Ifeanyi Osegbue, Basil Ejidike
Orji Kalu commiserates with Sen. Folarin over wife’s death
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has commiserated with Sen. Teslim Folarin over the death of his wife, Mrs Angela Folarin. Kalu, in a... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 79 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Sen. Teslim Folarin
Regional development: South-South, South-East experts meet
THE South-East South-South Professionals of Nigeria, SESSPN, is set to hold its annual general meeting this Sunday with central attention on the development of the two... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 78 times
Tags: SESSPN, Ireke Kalu Onuma
NPC says 28, 066 new babies welcomed in Badagry in 2021
THE National Population Commission, NPC, on Thursday said it recorded 28,066 births in the coastal town of Badagry, Lagos State, in 2021. Tonia Kalu, a deputy director... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 86 times
Tags: News Agency of Nigeria, Tonia Kalu, National Population Commission
Umahi sets up committee to probe alleged fraudulent employment in Ebonyi institution
GOV. David Umahi of Ebonyi has constituted a five-member committee to investigate the alleged employment in the Ebonyi College of Education in Ikwo Local Government area. The... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 139 times
Tags: GOV. David Umahi, Uchenna Orji, Elizabeth Ogbaga, Chioma Nweze,
Saraki, Okorocha indicate interest in the presidency come 2023
BUKOLA Saraki, former senate president and Rochas Okorocha, former Imo state governor have publicly declared their interest to join the race for the presidency in 2023. Their... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 119 times
Tags: INEC, APC, PDP, Olusola Saraki, Orji Kalu, Dave Umahi, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Bukola Saraki, Rochas Okorocha
Watford sign Nigeria winger from Bordeaux
Watford have signed Nigeria winger Samuel Kalu from Bordeaux. He joins the Hornets for a fee reported to be close to £3m on a three-year deal, keeping him at... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 127 times
Tags: Watford, Samuel Kalu, Bordeaux
Bukola Saraki enters race for 2023 Presidency in Nigeria
THE number of high-profiled Nigerians declaring their interest to run the race to occupy Aso Rock is gaining momentum. The latest entrant into the 2023 presidential... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 264 times
Tags: Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Bukola Saraki, Governor Dave Umahi, President Goodluck Jonathan, Orji Kalu, Rochas Okorocha,
Aisha Buhari links cancer spread to lack of awareness
AISHA Muhammadu Buhari, the First Lady, has identified lack of awareness as a major factor for the high rate of mortality from cancer in Nigeria. According to... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 65 times
Tags: Gloria Orji, Prof. Adamu Alhassan Umar, Aisha Muhammadu Buhari
Ex-Rep. member, Linus Okorie declared wanted
EBONYI State Government yesterday declared wanted a former member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Linus Okorie. It accused him of posting inciting statements on his Facebook... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 126 times
Tags: Linus Okorie, Uchenna Orji, Governor David Umahi.
INEC withholds officers’ allowances over missing materials
THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Anambra State said yesterday that it had placed embargo on allowances of over 630 ad-hoc workers engaged in the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 74 times
Tags: Independent National Electoral Commission, Dr. Nkwachukwu Orji,
APC convention: Kalu meets Sani Musa
SENATE Chief Whip Orji Uzor Kalu on Sunday night paid a solidarity visit to a contestant for All Progressives Congress(APC) chairmanship, Senator Sani Musa, ahead of... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 96 times
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I am not desperate to be president - Orji Kalu
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Uzor Kalu, has said though he is ready for campaign and capable of leading the country, he is not... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 98 times
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People declaring now are not serious, i dont believe in Igbo Presidency - Orji Kalu
CHIEF Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, All Progressives Congress, APC, Abia North has taken a swipe at those who have already declared to... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 145 times
Tags: Orji Uzor Kalu, APC,
Politics and us
By Kalu Onuma POLITICS. It been reduced to a byword for irresponsibility. It has become a profession. And in Nigeria, it has become synonymous to sleaze, failures,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 246 times
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National assembly resumes today to tackle electoral bill
FRESH dust is gathering around the Electoral Act Amendment Bill rejected by President Muhammadu Buhari over direct primaries as the National Assembly resumes from Christmas and New... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 139 times
Tags: Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Yahaya Abdullahi, Akin Akingbulu, Hajiya Mufuliat Fijabi, Samson Itodo, Idayat Hassan, Ayuba Wabba, Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafsanjani, Olumide Apata, Prof Attahiru Jega, Yiaga Africa
I am neutral, no faction, Orji Kalu says
ORJI Kalu, chief whip of the Senate, says he doesn’t belong to any group, faction or sub-division in the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Abia. Kalu in... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 68 times
Tags: Peoples Democratic Party, Orji Kalu, All Progressives Congress
Obi asks for more time for decision on 2023 presidency
VICE presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2019 general election, Peter Obi, has pleaded with Nigerians to give him more time to consult... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 143 times
Tags: Chief Uchenna Uwgoji, Orji UZOR Kalu, Valentine Obienyem,
I never attacked Tinubu – Orji Kalu
THE Chief Whip of Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu has exonerated himself from media reports that he allegedly attacked a leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. ... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 102 times
Tags: Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Orji Kalu
2023: Intrigues in Abia as stakeholders insists on Charter of Equity
SINCE the return of the country to democracy in 1999 after years of military rule, never had the contest over which zone should produce the governor... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 172 times
Tags: Dare Odufowokan, Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu, Hon. Emmanuel Nwoko, Chief Emeka Kalu, Barr. James Okpara, Okechukwu Apugo
Orji Kalu, Emenike, absent at Abia APC Reconciliation Committee Meeting
THE two leading protagonists in the crisis rocking the Abia State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Chief Ikechi Emenike... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 125 times
Tags: Chief Ikechi Emenike, Donatus Nwankp, Orji Uzor Kalu, Hon. Okey Ezeala, Senator Abdulahi Adamu, Senator Chris Adighije, Nnanna Kalu, Dr. Alex Otti
APC governors set for showdown talks over convention, primaries
GOVERNORS elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have summoned an emergency meeting for tomorrow in their latest effort to stop the party’s downhill... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 93 times
Tags: Chief ekechi Emenike, hon Nnamani kalu, Nkuka Anyanwu, sor Stanley Ohajuruka, Sir Marc Wabara, Atiku Bagudu, gov Dapo Abiodun
Group lauds Orji Kalu’s performance, berates ex-Abia SSG Eme Okoro
STAKEHOLDERS of Abia North Senatorial district, under the aegis of Greater Minds for Future, have described senator representing Abia North, Orji Kalu as a committed progressive... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 85 times
Tags: Sen. Mao Ohuabunwa, Mr Chris Chuks, senator Orji Kalu
Dele Momodu declares intention to run for president in 2023
By Anthony Isibor. DELE Momodu has declared his interest to contest for president in the 2023 general elections under the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. The letter written by... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 159 times
Tags: DELE Momodu, Iyorchia Ayu, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Dave Umahi, Senator Orji Kalu
Lawan tasks politicians on patriotism
PRESIDENT of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan has appealed to politicians in Nigeria to be patriotic to ensure development of the country. Lawan made the appeal on Wednesday... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 118 times
Tags: Ahmad Lawan,Sen. Orji Kalu,
FG, society sign MOU on COVID-19 book
MINISTER of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Society Committee Against COVID-19 (SOSOCOVID), to document government and stakeholders' activities during... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 120 times
Tags: Mr Okwudili Okechukwu, Mr Kenneth Ibe-Kalu, Dr Osagie Ehanire
Ohaneze hails Umahi on presidential ambition
The Youth Wing of the Igbo Sociocultural Organisation, Ohaneze Ndigbo, has endorsed the 2023 presidential ambition of Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi. The News Agency of Nigeria... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 88 times
Tags: Ohaneze Ndigbo,Gov. David Umahi,Sen. Orju Uzor Kalu,Sen. Puis Anyim,Mr Damian OKafor,President Muhammadu Buhari,
I’ll match anybody grit for grit for APC presidential ticket – Orji Kalu
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, says he is ready to contest the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential ticket with anybody if the... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 96 times
Tags: SAen. Orji Kalu, Gov. Dave Umahi, Sen. Ahmed Tinubu
I’ll match anybody grit for grit for APC presidential ticket – Orji Kalu
The Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, says he is ready to contest the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential ticket with anybody if the... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 80 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu,All Progressives Congress (APC)Sen. Ahmed Tinubu,Gov. Dave Umahi,
2023: I’ll battle with Tinubu for APC presidential ticket - Orji Uzor Kalu
…insists it’s turn of S/East zone FORMER Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the 9th Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has said he would square... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 246 times
Tags: Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, APC, President Muhammadu Buhari
2023 PRESIDENCY: Can godsons, allies work for, against Tinubu
THE declaration of Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu, national leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to contest for the 2023 presidential election has stirred the political waters... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 133 times
Tags: Alex Ogbonnia, Stella Effah-Attoe, Samuel Anyanwu, Iliya Damagun, Debo Ologunagba, Iyorchia Ayu, NAN, Orji Uzor Kalu, Michael Oluwagbemi, Aliyu Kurfi, Progressive Consolidation Group, IPOB, Nnamdi Kan
Convention: Divided APC governors seek Buhari’s help
ALL Progressives Congress (APC) governors have resolved to seek President Muhammadu Buhari’s intervention in the resolution of conflicts arising from preparations for the party’s national convention,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 105 times
Tags: Governor Mai Mala Buni, Orji Kalu, Governor Atiku Bagudu, Chief Sylvester Sunny Monidafe, President Muhammadu Buhar,
2023: Orji Uzor Kalu wants Presidency zoned to South-east
Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu (APC-Abia), has called on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to consider a South-east candidate... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 140 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu,Mr Bola Tinubu,
APC national convention: Orji Kalu renews call for postponement
ORJI Kalu, the Chief Whip of the Senate, has renewed call for postponement of the national convention of the All Progressives Congress, APC, scheduled for February. Kalu... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 79 times
Tags: President Muhammadu Buhari, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Orji Kalu, News Agency of Nigeria
Presidency: I will consider contesting if APC zones ticket to South-East—Orji Kalu
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, the Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, says he will consider contesting for president if the All Progressives... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 4 months ago | seen 79 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu,All Progressives Congress (APC),Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport,
2023: I will consider contesting if APC zones ticket to South-East— Orji Kalu
AHEAD of the 2023 general elections, the Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, says he will consider contesting for president if the All Progressives... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 98 times
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Anyim first to declare interest
PEOPLES Democratic Party (PDP) presidential aspirant ex-Senate President Ayim Pius Anyim was the first to declare interest in the presidential race. He urged political parties to zone... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 162 times
Tags: Ayim Pius Anyim, Theodore Orji
Kalu, Ikpeazu meet in Abia
SENATE Chief Whip and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial district, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu yesterday held a meeting with the governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu.... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 114 times
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“I will neither praise nor condemn you” – Kalu tells Ikpeazu
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has said he will not criticize or praise the Governor Okezie Ikpeazu-led administration because of some... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 4 months ago | seen 140 times
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Chorister accuses Pastor Fatoyimbo of cruelty, maltreating workers
...holds him, his wife responsible for Tega's death NNENNA Kalu-Ude, a former Chorister at Commonwealth Of Zion Assembly (COZA), Abuja, has accused founder of the church, Pastor... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 5 months ago | seen 103 times
Tags: COZA, Pastor Fatoyimbo, Nnanna Kalu-Ude
Orji Kalu remains our leader,father of Abia Politics – Arochukwu leaders
IN what could be described as a show of appreciation and reaffirmation of political supremacy,Political stakeholders of Arochukwu local government council area have reasserted the former... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 5 months ago | seen 140 times
Tags: Senator Orji Uzor Kalu,
Orji Kalu condoles Kano people over Bashir Tofa’s transition
Chef Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has described the death of the Presidential candidate of National Republican Convention (NRC) in the June 12, 1993... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 5 months ago | seen 101 times
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PGF boss, faults campaign for postponement of APC National Convention
Dr Salihu Lukman, Director-General, Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), has described the call for the postponement of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention by some persons... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 5 months ago | seen 157 times
Tags: Dr Salihu Lukman, Progressive Governors Forum, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, National Convention, All Progressives Congress,
Police nab greedy husband in Abia for masterminding kidnap and murder of his wife
THE operatives of the Nigeria Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT) have arrested four suspects in connection with the abduction and gruesome killing of the late Nneka... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 5 months ago | seen 537 times
Tags: Irem Ifeanyi Mbah, Igwe Anya Chima, Okorie Okam, Emeh Kalu,
Nnamdi Kanu scheduled for emergency hearing today
NNAMDI Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has been scheduled for an emergency hearing on Thursday, December 2. Realnews reports that the expectation is... Read more
Author: publisher | Posted 6 months ago | seen 739 times
Tags: Department of State Services, DSS, Nnamdi Kanu, Emmanuel Kanu, Orji Uzor Kalu, Justice Binta Nyako, Bruce Fein, Femi Adesina, Mbazulike Amaechi, President Muhammadu Buhari
Why Nnamdi Kanu's family is angry with Orji Uzor Kalu's prison visit
The family of the detained Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has expressed rage and disappointment over what they called “confusing... Read more
Author: publisher | Posted 6 months ago | seen 232 times
Tags: Emmanuel Kanu, Orji Uzor Kalu, Nnamdi Kanu
I’ll handle Super Eagles better than Gernot Rohr, says Sen. Orji Kalu
CHIEF Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, says he will handle the Super Eagles better than its present coach, Gernot Rohr, following the disappointing 1-1... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 6 months ago | seen 243 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Kalu, Super Eagles
Soludo, Ibezim receive certificates of return from INEC
PROF. Chukwuma Soludo, the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Governorship candidate in the Nov. 6 election in Anambra, has received his Certificate of Return from the... Read more
Author: publisher | Posted 6 months ago | seen 222 times
Tags: Nwachukwu Orji, Chima Duruaku, Onyeka Ibezim, Festus Okoye, INEC
Minister tasks traditional institutions on national unity, justice
THE Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has appealed to traditional rulers to use their institution to cement the country by promoting national unity... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 7 months ago | seen 166 times
Tags: Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, Lai Mohammed
Okonkwo to replace Eke at FirstBank Holdings
THE Board of FBN Holdings Plc has appointed Nnamdi Okonkwo as its new group managing director, GMD. Okonkwo, whose appointment takes effect from January 1, 2022, was... Read more
Author: publisher | Posted 7 months ago | seen 349 times
Tags: Kayode Akinkugbe, Taiwo Okeowo, Nnamdi Okonkwo, Urum Kalu Eke, FirstBank Holdings, Femi Otedola,
Orji Kalu salutes Gowon at 87
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, on Tuesday in Abuja, congratulated former Head of State, Retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon, on his 87th birthday anniversary. Kalu,... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 7 months ago | seen 120 times
Tags: Retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon, Sen. Orji Kalu,
Frustrations of Landlord in the hands chief magistrate
By Anthony Isibor MICHAEL O. Ihemaguba, a New York based medical practitioner, is having a firsthand experience of the injustice that is prevalent in the judiciary system... Read more
Author: publisher | Posted 7 months ago | seen 872 times
Tags: Michael Ihemaguba, Chijoke Nwogu, Justice Onuoha Arisa Kalu Ogwe, Gaius Anyanwu, Monday O. Ubani, Ifeany Elenwoke, Friday Okon, Onuegbu Chambers
CAF Confederation Cup: Sen. Kalu commends Enyimba FC for outstanding performance
FORMER Governor of Abia state and Pillar of Sports in Africa, Dr Orji Kalu, has described the 1-0 victory of Enyimba football club of Aba at... Read more
Author: Publisher Chigbo | Posted 7 months ago | seen 162 times
Tags: CAF, Enyimba, Orji Kalu
Legislative, judiciary autonomy will deepen good governance – Ebonyi
THE Ebonyi Government says that the law on legislative and judiciary autonomy recently passed by the Ebonyi House of Assembly will strengthen the workings of government. The... Read more
Author: Maureen Chigbo | Posted 7 months ago | seen 140 times
Tags: Ebonyi House of Assembly, Gov. Dave Umahi, Mr Uchenna Orji,
Orji Kalu condoles with Jukun race on Musa-Ibi Kuvyo’s death
THE Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has commiserated with the government and people of Taraba on the death of the Aku-Uka of Wukari,... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 7 months ago | seen 67 times
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Court bars EFCC from retrying Orji Uzor Kalu
THE Federal High Court has prohibited the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission from retrying former Abia Governor, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu. Justice Inyang Ekwo gave the order... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 8 months ago | seen 102 times
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Buhari will be last President of Nigeria to visit South East - Orji
AT the official handover of Authority and oath-swearing ceremony held at the BNG National Headquarters in Nsukka Province, newly appointed Leader of the Biafran National Guard-BNG,... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 8 months ago | seen 14,464 times
Tags: Gen. Orji,Biafran National Guard,Mazi Nnamdi Kanu,Biafran Transitional Parliament,
NABDA director commits suicide after EFCC invitation
CHRISTOPHER Orji, assistant director at the National Biotechnology Development Agency, NABDA, has reportedly taken his own life after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, invited... Read more
Author: publisher | Posted 8 months ago | seen 254 times
Tags: National Biotechnology Development Agency, NABDA, Christopher Orji
Reading: Expert urges parents to monitor children’s social media usage
DR Oluchi Kalu, acting National Liberian and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) National Library of Nigeria, has called on parents to monitor the content their children consume... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 9 months ago | seen 141 times
Tags: DR Oluchi Kalu,National Library of Nigeria,
Kalu condoles family of late Micheal Okpara over death of wife
SEN. Orji Kalu has commiserated with family of first Republic Premier of defunct Eastern Nigeria, late Chief Michael Okpara, over death of their matriarch, Mrs Adanma... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 9 months ago | seen 91 times
Tags: SEN. Orji Kalu,
I Will Not Believe That EFCC And FG Are Fighting Corruption Till Theodore Orji And His Son Are Prosecuted — NBA-SPIDEL Chairman, Ubani
By Unini Chioma *Says This Is Not The First Time Of Arresting Orji And Releasing Him Under Questionable Circumstances *Says EFCC Under Magu remained mute despite sufficient evidence Provided... Read more
Author: editor | Posted 9 months ago | seen 399 times
Tags: Dr. Monday Ubani, has reacted to the arrest of the former governor of Abia State, Theodore Orji, and his son, Chinedu Orji, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.
Senator Theodore Orji in EFCC's net over N48bn security votes
THE Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken into custody a former Abia Governor, Sen. Theodore Orji and his son, Chinedu over alleged N48 billion... Read more
Author: publisher | Posted 9 months ago | seen 243 times
Tags: Senator Theodore Orji, former governor of Abai State, EFCC, Ecological Fund, Chinedu Orji, Wilson Uwujaren, Ogbonna Orji, Sure-P funds