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20/08/2026

THE EVIDENCE SPEAKS VOLUME.

THE EXCELLENT SCORECARD .

Tune Tvcnewsng by 6:30 documentary Alert, evidence of quality representation delivered RT. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Ph.D., CFR, Deputy Speaker House of Representatives.

Let the impactful, quality representation continue.

CONTINUITY 2027.

Bende federal constituency on the track.

✍️Chief priest Ohamadu.

16/08/2026

WOMEN FELLOWSHIP METHODIST CHURCH UZUAKOLI BASKING IN EUPHORIA.

Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, CFR, PhD, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives today put smile on the faces of members Methodist church Nigeria Uzuakoli women fellowship as they officially received a brand-new Hummer bus courtesy the deputy speaker.

The generous gesture reflects Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu continuous commitment in supporting women, strengthening the Church, and contributing meaningfully to the development and unity of communities in Bende federal constituency.

The leadership of the women fellowship Methodist church Nigeria uzuakoli on behalf of the women fellowship expressed their gratitude to the deputy speaker and declared their unweaving support to the Honourable deputy speaker.

10/08/2026

PRESS RELEASE

CP WILFRED OLUTOKUNBO AFOLABI ASSUMES DUTY AS THE 35th COMMISSIONER OF POLICE ABIA STATE COMMAND

1. CP Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi has assumed duty as the 35th Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command. He succeeds AIG Danladi Isa, who has been promoted and redeployed to Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Anex Kaduna.

2. CP Wilfred is a seasoned and accomplished police officer of the Nigeria Police Force, with over three decades of meritorious service.

3. He enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force as Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) on 18th May 1992 and has since built a distinguished career marked by professionalism, discipline, and dedication to duty.

4. CP Afolabi is highly educated and professionally trained. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree in Botany from the University of Ilorin, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma and a Master’s degree in Peace and Security Studies from the University of Port Harcourt. His professional development is further strengthened by numerous strategic and tactical courses, including the Strategic Leadership and Command Course at the National Institute of Police Studies, Abuja; Tactical Leadership Command Course at the Police Staff College, Jos; Internal Security/Low Intensity Conflict Course at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji; and Peacekeeping Negotiation Course at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, Ghana.

5. His international policing experience is extensive and noteworthy. He served with distinction as the Pioneer Sector Commander of Sector 2 Nyala and Pioneer Regional Commander of Southern Darfur under the African Union Mission in Sudan (2004–2005), where he was instrumental in establishing operational and administrative structures, setting up police stations in internally displaced persons camps, and coordinating civil police activities.

6. He also served as the Nigeria Contingent Commander and Special Response Unit Officer under the Human Rights Section of the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina (2001–2002), where he contributed to law enforcement reforms, system analysis, and training development for local police personnel.

7. On the home front, CP Afolabi has held several key command, operational, and administrative positions across the country. Prior to posting to Abia state Command, He was the CP Admin, Training & Development Force Headquaters Abuja. He also served as Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, where he coordinated both administrative and operational functions, strengthened intelligence networks, enhanced investigative efficiency, and promoted community policing partnerships for improved public trust.

8. He was also CP (Force Equitation Officer, Mounted Troop) at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, overseeing mounted police operations, ensuring operational readiness, and maintaining professional standards in crowd control and ceremonial duties.

9. As Deputy Commissioner of Police from 2021 -2023, He served as DC (Admin), Delta State Command. handling high-level administrative responsibilities, ensuring strict adherence to force regulations. He equally served as Deputy Commissioner of Police (CID), Katsina State Command, where he coordinated and supervised criminal investigations and enforced crime prevention directives, and as Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) Bayelsa State Command, he planned and executed crime prevention strategies and operational activities across the state.

10. As Assistant Commissioner of Police in 2016 -2021, He served as Area Commander in Anambra State Command, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Operations) in Imo State Command, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Intelligence) in Abuja. In 2014 -2016, He was Divisional Police Officer in multiple divisions within Abuja, and Directing Staff at the Police Staff College, Jos, where he trained and mentored senior officers.

11. He has served in various operational roles including Sector Commander and Second-in-Command in Joint Task Force operations in Warri, Staff Officer at Force Headquarters, and Unit Commander of the Police Mobile Force in Plateau State, where he coordinated combat operations, riot control, and other specialized duties.

12. In addition to his operational and administrative roles, CP Afolabi has undertaken several ad-hoc national assignments. He was among the first Nigerian police officers deployed to the African Union Mission in Sudan (Darfur), served as the last Contingent Commander of the Nigeria Police Team to the United Nations Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina, acted as Aide-De-Camp to visiting Heads of State, and participated in organizing major international events including the All African Games and Commonwealth Summit.

13. He is a Fellow of the Peace and Security Studies Department, University of Port Harcourt, and a Justice of the Peace (JP), reflecting his commitment to justice, leadership, and national development. He is married and his union blessed with children,he enjoys traveling and reading for Hobbies.

14. CP Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi is widely regarded as a disciplined, strategic, and result-oriented officer whose career reflects a deep commitment to public safety, professional excellence, and international policing standards

15. The Abia State Police Command calls for the cooperation of stakeholders and the general public to support CP Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi in his efforts to ensure the safety and security of citizens in Abia State.

Signed,
DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka
LLB, anipr, MNISMA
Police Public Relations Officer
FOR: Commissioner Of Police
Abia State Command
10th August 2026

07/08/2026

Former IGP Mike Okiro Hoists CityBoy Movement Flag in Abia, Applauds Seyi Tinubu for Creating Movement

Former Inspector-General of Police, Sir Mike Mbama Okiro, has officially hoisted the flag of the CityBoy Movement during a visit to the CityBoy Movement Abia State Headquarters, where he commended the movement's Patron, Seyi Tinubu, for creating the platform.

Sir Mike Okiro, who was received by the State Director of the CityBoy Movement, Abia State Chapter, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe(Don Lulu), applauded the Patron Seyi Tinubu for the initiative, describing the creation of the CityBoy Movement as a significant step towards strengthening grassroots mobilisation and political participation.

The former IGP also expressed his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and called on members and supporters of the movement to remain committed to the President's political agenda. He urged members to work collectively and use their democratic rights to support President Tinubu's bid for a second term in the 2027 general elections.

Speaking during the occasion, the State Director, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, applauded Patron Seyi Tinubu for the vision behind the CityBoy Movement and commended Sir Mike Okiro for officially hosting the movement's flag.

Mayor Igbokwe also applauded the Director General of the CityBoy Movement, Hon. Francis Shoga, the National Executives and the National Working Committee for their leadership, vision and continued efforts in building and strengthening the movement across the country.

He described the occasion as a significant moment for the Abia State Chapter, noting that the growing structure of the movement reflects the commitment of its leadership and members to grassroots mobilisation.

Mayor Lucky Igbokwe reaffirmed the commitment of the Abia State Chapter to the objectives of the CityBoy Movement and expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be re-elected in the 2027 elections.

He called on members and supporters across Abia State to remain united, organised and committed as the movement continues to expand its grassroots structure and mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 elections.

Signed:
Godson Emenike
Media and Communications Director
CityBoy Movement, Abia State Chapter

05/08/2026

The Abia State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Speaker Emmanuel Emeruwa, has passed into law House Bill H.A.B. 34, establishing the Abia State Property and Tenancy Regulatory Authority.

Sponsored by Deputy Speaker Augustine Okezie and lawmaker Mandela Obasi, the legislation aims to shield tenants from excessive rents and unfair practices by landlords and house agents while also safeguarding the rights of property owners against tenants who breach agreements or act unlawfully.

The measure follows widespread complaints from residents of Umuahia and Aba over soaring rents for both residential and commercial properties. Many accused agents of colluding with landlords to inflate prices.

In the same session, the Assembly approved legislation to strengthen the criminal justice administration system. The law is designed to ensure faster resolution of criminal cases in the courts and guarantee fair hearing for all parties.

Lawmakers also passed a restorative justice measure requiring individuals who inflict harm on others within the state to take responsibility for their violent actions.

03/08/2026

Benue State Deputy Governor, Sam Ode, has defended his distribution of bread, popularly referred to as “Alia Bread,” and Action Bitters to members of the Idoma community, describing the gesture as a token of appreciation rather than a political stunt.

Ode spoke during a visit to the Living Faith Church in Otukpo, where he dismissed the controversy surrounding the distribution and urged critics to focus on issues affecting the welfare and security of the people.

According to the Deputy Governor, the bread was shared as a traditional gesture of goodwill to residents who came out to welcome him during his recent visit to Igumale.

“The controversy over whether I gave bread to the people is not an issue,” Ode said.

“When we were young, whenever our parents travelled or visitors came, what we looked forward to receiving was bread. It was a token which I took to the people who came to receive me. They were happy. They were dancing.”

Ode disclosed that he also distributed money to members of the crowd on the directive of Governor Hyacinth Alia.

“I gave them something else like money, which the Governor said I should give to them,” he added.

The Deputy Governor maintained that the gesture should not have generated public debate, adding that the government remained focused on addressing the challenges confronting the people.

“And so there is no controversy over that. At least it’s better than giving them wee wee,” he remarked.

Ode urged critics to concentrate on issues with direct implications for residents rather than what he described as mundane distractions.

“We want to talk about issues, not those mundane things. What is important is that we are embracing the challenges of the people. We are listening to them and we are trying to address those issues, those things that are of concern to them, because they voted us into office for their welfare and security, and that we are committed to do,” he said.

The Deputy Governor explained that his visit to the area was primarily to carry out Governor Alia’s directive to inspect the Igumale Cement Factory and Benue Burnt Bricks.

He said the inspection formed part of the state government’s efforts to revive the moribund industries, stimulate economic activities and create employment opportunities for residents.

03/08/2026

Nollywood actress and African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate Doris Ogala has described herself as the “messiah” sent to rescue oppressed Abia women and residents, insisting that her emergence as governor in 2027 is already assured by God.

In a recent interview, Ogala challenged critics who dismiss her as “just a content creator” and “not serious,” asking why they appear afraid of her if their “hands are clean.”

“The fear of Doris Ogala is the beginning of wisdom. If your hands are clean, you have nothing to fear,” she said. “I hear people say ‘she is just a content creator,’ ‘she is not serious,’ so why are you afraid?”

Ogala claimed that the moment she obtained her nomination form, “all the oppressed, every Abia woman stood up and knew their messiah is here to rescue them.” She linked the reported panic among opponents to divine intervention that cannot be stopped.

“That is why you see everywhere helter-skelter; they are running up and down because they can’t stop God’s work. And come 2027, I will be the best governor,” she declared.

She painted a picture of widespread hardship under the current administration, stating that Abians are “tired and crying because we have oppressors leading us” and that many people are too scared to speak out.

Ogala alleged that shops were demolished in an exercise she claimed was orchestrated by the deputy governor. She said she gave affected persons ₦200 each. She further asserted that the poverty rate in Abia is higher than the national average.

On claims that Governor Alex Otti had cleared workers’ arrears, Ogala said she discovered upon returning to the state that the announcement was a “decoy.” According to her, the affected people told her they had been deceived and remain unpaid.

Ogala, who emerged as the AAC candidate earlier this year, is expected to challenge the incumbent Labour Party governor and other candidates in the 2027 election.

03/08/2026

Orji Kalu Says Nigeria’s Hardship Not Tinubu’s Fault, Backs Catholic Bishops’ Advice

Abia North Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has said the hardship and difficulties facing Nigerians are not the fault of President Bola Tinubu.

Kalu made the remarks in a viral social media video while reacting to the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria’s recent visit to the President at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. During the visit, the bishops expressed concerns over the state of the economy, insecurity and the political atmosphere.

After the meeting, Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, disclosed on Arise Television’s *Prime Time* that Tinubu disagreed with the bishops’ assessment, insisting that his administration was on the right track.

Responding, Kalu described the Catholic bishops as the “conscience of the country” whose advice was neither for nor against any administration but aimed at helping the sitting president see the true situation.

“The Catholic bishops are the conscience of the country and once they give advice, their advice is not for or against, it’s just for any sitting President to see things the way it should be,” Kalu said.

“The Catholic bishops are aware of the situation in the country. There are real difficulties in Nigeria, but they are not President Tinubu’s fault.

“The Catholic bishops’ visit to President Tinubu is a good one, I support it because they are telling him the way it is.

“It promotes the president to work harder because the Catholic bishops are just telling him the way it is even if politicians are lying to him that things are good everywhere, they can never say that.

“Even if we politicians can lie to him, the bishops will tell him the truth about the current reality of the country.”

02/08/2026

Nnamdi Kanu’s Current Lawyers Blame Former Counsel for Failure to Challenge Stay of Ex*****on

Nnamdi Kanu’s defence team has attributed the IPOB leader’s prolonged detention and subsequent conviction to the failure of his former lawyers, Mike Ozekhome, SAN, and Ifeanyi Ejiofor, to file a preliminary objection against the Federal Government’s application for a stay of ex*****on of a 2022 Court of Appeal judgment that had freed him.

In a statement issued on Saturday by Christopher Chidera, Esq., on behalf of the defence team, the lawyers said Kanu was a free man after the Court of Appeal on October 13, 2022, unanimously discharged and acquitted him. The appellate court had declared his extraordinary rendition from Kenya illegal, stripped the Federal High Court of jurisdiction, and quashed the charges against him.

“The case was over. Freedom was minutes away,” Chidera said.

According to the statement, the Federal Government then filed what the defence described as an irregular “civil stay of ex*****on” application. Chidera argued that the defence team’s responsibility at that point was to file a preliminary objection challenging the court’s jurisdiction to entertain the application.

He maintained that the Court of Appeal had already become functus officio after fully determining the criminal appeal, that the Federal Government was in contempt of an existing court order refusing to release Kanu, and that the law was clear. Instead of raising the jurisdictional challenge, the former counsel responded with counter-affidavits and argued the merits of the stay application, the statement said.

The result, Chidera claimed, was that the stay was granted. A different panel of the Court of Appeal later used civil procedure rules to nullify the criminal discharge, leaving Kanu in DSS custody for 14 months without fresh charges.

The unchallenged stay application, the defence team said, paved the way for the Supreme Court to reverse Kanu’s discharge on December 15, 2023. Kanu was later convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment on charges that a superior court had previously quashed.

Chidera noted that Kanu had recently announced that Ejiofor no longer represents him or IPOB. Ozekhome and Ejiofor had served as his defence counsel in the terrorism trial before he opted to represent himself.

The statement further alleged that when Kanu’s family sought accountability, Ejiofor declined to accept responsibility and instead launched a smear campaign against Kanu’s brothers, damaged relationships, and allegedly fed falsehoods to Kanu’s wife. It accused him of continuing to attack his former client publicly while “concealing his fundamental procedural failure.”

The defence team insisted that the episode amounted to professional negligence that cost Kanu his freedom rather than a loss to a superior legal argument. It called for transparency, stating that the Kanu family, the legal profession and the Nigerian public deserve answers.

30/07/2026

2027: WHY ABSAA SHOULD RESCIND THEIR DECISION

Ben Udechukwu

The news of the proposed fees by the Abia State Signage and Advertisement Agency (ABSAA) for Candidates of Political Parties is both disturbing and thought provoking. Asking fees ranging from N200m - N20m for Presidemtial, Senatorial, House of Reps and House of Assembly Candidates is a subtle way of denying citizens the right to freedom of expression and thoughts. It is both barbaric and unrealistic. So long as advertsimg of pilitical products is concerned, there is stalemate in Abia State. Come with me!

The right to freely advertise one's products and or services is constituonal. Though this right is not absolute, using a regulatory Agency to gag freedom of expression is primitive and outlandish.

Perhaps, we need to understand the ripple effects of that singular decision to willfully ensure that exposure of political materials is halted in Abia State. Two months to commencmemt of propoer campaigns, billboard owners are not naking money yet because Candidates are afraid they cannot afford the fees set by government. If one remembers that most of these billboards are empty round the year, you would appreciate why they look forward to political campaign periods. Graphics Designers are idle because if there is no material to expose, there will be no design. Owners of Large format machines are caught in this crossfire because nothing is happening. The artisans who seam these large format materials are in dilemma too because there is no material to seam. Advertising Practitioners/Consultants like this writer are affected by this obnoxious policy of the Abia State Government. Where will a House of Reps Cadidate get N100m to pay for exposing his campaign materials? Where will a Senatorial Candidate get N150m to expose campaign materials? So, some of these young school leavers who are House of Assembly candidatses will borrow N20m just for advert? How does this make sense?

I still believe that Gov. Alex C. Otti, a victim of discriminatory advertising policies is not aware of these outrageous fees fixed by ABSAA. It is expected that as a Candidate (at the time) who suffered discrimination, he should be at the forefront of running the most friendly, realistic and human faced advertising policy. Ironically, as bad as people felt the fees were, the previous Government showed responsiveness in fixing these fees.

Realistically, only LP and APC Candidates have the capacity to pay these fees. The reason is simple. These two parties are the custodians of our national and State wealth respectively. Their members are the ones allocating values. Naturally, other candidates will find these fees heartrending and heartbreaking.

Let us not set a bad precedent. At a time the citizens are making sacrifices, gave up their subsidy on petroleum products, paying taxes with devastating burdens, the least government can do is to reciprocate these gestures.

Live and let live.

Ben Udechukwu
30.07.26

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