Author: Candid Reporters

By Promise Uzoma Okoro, Umuahia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has ordered the complete demolition of a bungalow in Osokwa, Osisioma Local Government Area, where four kidnapped victims were rescued following a fierce gun battle between tactical officers of the Abia State Police Command and the kidnappers. Speaking at the Banquet Hall of the Abia State Government House on Saturday during a joint press conference with the Commissioner of Police, CP Danladi Isa, Governor Otti declared that his administration will not spare any building or individual linked to kidnapping activities in the state. “I instructed earlier today that the…

Dr. Uche Ogah, President/Founder Masters Energy Group has congratulated Senator Engr. David Nweze Umahi (CON), Honorable Minister of Works, Federal Republic of Nigeria on his recent recognition and award as the Silverbird Most Outstanding Honorable Minister of the Year. the congratulatory message was contained in a state made available to newsmen on Saturday. Read full Statement below 👇 Hearty Congratulations To A Giant of Infrastructural Development On His Newest Cap. On behalf of my family, friends and supporters, I wish to heartily extend a warm congratulation to my highly respected elder brother, a towering leader, and a renowned engineer of…

Women of Umuaka Asa Autonomous Community in Ukwa west local government area of Abia State have demanded the dethronement of their traditional ruler, HRH Eze Nwaokeoru Nwogu. HRH Eze Nwaokeoru Nwogu. The women expressed their grievances and fears during a peaceful protest held in their community on Friday. The protesting women said that HRH Eze Nwogu was imposed on them by the previous administration of the state. They pleaded with the executive governor of Abia state, Dr. Alex Otti to come to their rescue as they also alleged the radical leadership style, intimidation and mismanagement of their resources by HRH…

Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, a former Senator who represented Abia North Senatorial District in the 8th National Assembly has applauded the the administration of Governor Alex Otti of Abia State over developmental strides in the state. Senator Ohuabunwa who currently is the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman Governing Council of the University of Port Harcourt gave the commendation on Thursday when his team visited governor Alex Otti. Senator Ohuabunwa said governor Otti has done well within 21 months in office and has made his Alma Mater, University of Port Harcourt, proud. In his words; “You know when we speak, people would listen, not…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s led government has sanctioned the development of a modular refinery within the Abia Industrial and Innovative Park (AIIP), situated in the oil-abundant Owaza, Ukwa West Local Government Area. The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, made this known during the inauguration of the construction of the 11.1-kilometre Obehie-Umudobia-Owaza road, a project designed to unlock the region’s economic potential. Otti highlighted that the road initiative transcends mere access; it aims to rejuvenate economic assets, create new opportunities, and restore the aspirations of the past. He stated that the reconstruction of this road is not solely about infrastructure;…

The federal government of Nigeria has condemned Bauchi, Katsina, Kebbi, and Kano’s governors for sending children away from school to observe Ramadan. The Governors gave a mandated for a five-week closure of schools for the Ramadan fast. The Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad in a statement on Wednesday said “There is no religious basis for shutting down schools during Ramadan. Even in countries like Saudi Arabia, which are recognised as Muslim nations, educational institutions continue to function normally during this period.” Ms Ahmad acknowledged the autonomy of the states in managing their education systems but insisted that “closing…

The Nigerian senate has told the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) that Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was not suspended over her sexual harassment allegation. The IPU is a global organisation of national parliaments. It promotes peace, democracy and sustainable development among nations through diplomacy and dialogue. It also seeks to strengthen international parliaments and make them more effective. Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi central, had accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexually harassing her. She was suspended from the senate on March 6 for “gross misconduct” following her seating arrangement altercation with Akpabio. On Tuesday, Akpoti-Uduaghan took her case against Akpabio to the IPU. “Five…

The Rivers State House of Assembly resumed plenary on Wednesday amid reports that lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, prevented Governor Siminalayi Fubara from presenting the 2025 budget. A video obtained by SaharaReporters showed lawmakers already seated inside the chamber as Speaker Martin Amaewhule and other officials carrying the mace made their way into the hall. Earlier, a dramatic standoff unfolded at the Assembly complex, where Fubara accused legislators of locking the gates to prevent him from presenting the 2025 Appropriation Bill. The governor, who arrived at the complex early in the morning, expressed frustration over the…

Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles head coach, has released a 23-player final squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers later this month. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) announced the list in a statement on Tuesday. The final list came out one week after a 39-player provisional list was released for the forthcoming clash. The most prominent name missing in the trimmed list is Ahmed Musa, the Super Eagles captain. The inclusion of Musa in the initial squad was surprising since his last call up to the team was for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire where he did not…

Habeeb Okikiola Badmus  popularly known as Portable has issued a warning to individuals in Nollywood, particularly those in the Yoruba film industry, to refrain from getting intimate with his wife. Ashabi Simple, one of Portable’s baby mamas, is a Yoruba actress. Portable’s warning comes in the wake of the controversy surrounding actor Baba Tee and his colleague Ijoba Lande. Lande recently claimed that his wife Darasimi had left him after discovering her infidelity with at least 21 men in the entertainment industry, including Baba Tee. Baba Tee admitted to having a brief sexual encounter with Dara during a game of ‘Truth or Dare’, but she denied the claim,…