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At One Time, Kenneth Said Peter Obi Was The Best — Peter Ameh Fires Back At Kenneth Okonkwo

At One Time, Kenneth Said Peter Obi Was The Best — Peter Ameh Fires Back At Kenneth Okonkwo

Former Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Peter Ameh, has dismissed claims by former Labour Party spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, that Peter Obi is reluctant to participate in party primaries. Ameh made the remarks during an interview on Symfoni TV aired on Saturday, May 9, 2026, while responding to comments credited to Okonkwo regarding Obi’s exit from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). During the interview, the presenter referenced Okonkwo’s statement that Obi had been “economical” with the reasons behind his departure from the coalition and alleged that the former Anambra State governor had “a morbid fear of contesting primaries.” Reacting…
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Abia 2027: Kelechi Anosike, PhD For Governor, Declares For Governor

Abia 2027: Kelechi Anosike, PhD For Governor, Declares For Governor

Politics in Abia State appears to be entering another defining season, and with every political cycle comes the emergence of new conversations, new alignments, and occasionally, new faces who seek to redefine the narrative. One name increasingly entering that conversation is Dr. Kelechi Anosike, PhD, whose political aspiration in the People’s Democratic Party is beginning to attract attention as part of what some observers may describe as a new political mindset in Abia. For decades, politics in many parts of Nigeria, including Abia State, has often revolved around familiar patterns, established political structures, long-standing godfatherism, ethnic balancing, loyalty networks, and…
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Engr Joseph Umunna Shines, Shows Capacity In Abuja As NDC Holds First National Convention

Engr Joseph Umunna Shines, Shows Capacity In Abuja As NDC Holds First National Convention

Chief Engr. Joseph Umunna (Onwa), aspirant for Abia North Senatorial Zone, made a strong impression at the just concluded maiden National Convention of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) held in Abuja. The convention, which brought together party leaders, stakeholders, aspirants and democracy advocates from across Nigeria, marked a major step in the party’s growing national presence ahead of the 2027 general elections. Engr. Umunna stood out as one of the visible and active stakeholders from Abia State, participating in strategic engagements and high-level discussions focused on rebuilding Nigeria through credible leadership, accountability and people-oriented governance. A major highlight of the…
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KWANKWASIYYA, ATIKU LOYALISTS ENDORSE OBI FOR 2027

KWANKWASIYYA, ATIKU LOYALISTS ENDORSE OBI FOR 2027

Loyalists of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Atiku Abubakar have declared their support for Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 presidential election, in what appears to be a fresh realignment within Nigeria’s opposition bloc. The endorsement was announced during a coalition meeting in Abuja attended by members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, the Obidient Movement, and the Coalition of Atiku Support Groups. Speaking at the gathering, Kwankwasiyya spokesman Habibu Muhammed said the decision to back Obi was based on his leadership qualities and track record. He noted that the 2027 election would provide Nigerians with an opportunity to determine the country’s future…
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Labour Party’s Recognition Of Governor Alex Otti Is A Celebration Of Performance — Osita Offor

Labour Party’s Recognition Of Governor Alex Otti Is A Celebration Of Performance — Osita Offor

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor “De Ultimate Commander” (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom), has applauded the leadership of the Labour Party for what he described as a bold, honorable and well-deserved recognition of the outstanding leadership and transformational governance style of Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR. Reacting to the decision of the Labour Party National Working Committee to grant Governor Otti free nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of the 2027 governorship election, Ambassador Offor stated that the gesture is not political favoritism but a reward for uncommon performance, transparency and people-oriented governance. According to him, Governor Alex Otti…
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