Author: Candid Reporters

The President of Masters Energy Oil and Gas, Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah (CON), has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru, on the occasion of his birthday. In a goodwill message, Dr. Ogah expressed profound joy in celebrating Governor Nwifuru’s leadership, dedication, and impact on Ebonyi State. “With profound joy, I, Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah (CON), join Ebonyians and friends of our sister state to celebrate the young and vibrant performing governor of Ebonyi State as he marks his birthday today. Your Excellency, as you continue to solidify the foundation laid by your…

Chima Kanu, a former.Abia commissioner for Rural Development has been arraigned before the Magistrate Court and charged on 5 counts over alleged land grabbing allegation of about 100 plots of land at Uzuakoli, Abia State. During the court proceedings on Tuesday in Umuahia, the Abia State capital, in a suit marked Charge NO: U/600/2025, Inspector General of Police vs Mr Chima Kanu, it was gathered that some plots of land at Uzuakoli called “Ala Okwu-Lodu” which is in actual and peaceable possession of Nworisara Anasonye Family, Headed by Mr. Nwarisara Nwokedi was allegedly trespassed and ownership claimed by the accused,…

Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, has approved the complete reconstruction and upgrade of the Umunneato General Hospital to a specialist hospital to serve Abia North senatorial zone. The iconic Umunnato General Hospital is located between Alayi and Igbere in Bende LGA of Abia State. This marks a watershed in Governor Alex Otti’s effort to completely change the face of Abia State health sector, especially, his audacious push to establish three functional and well equipped Specialist Hospitals in the state. Ferdinand EkeomaFebruary 25, 2025.

By Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, MBA, National Assembly Liaison Officer A recent publication titled “Dr. Alex Otti, Why Are You Doing This to Abians?” by Kelvin Ugorji has made false, baseless and misleading claims about the administration of Governor Alex Otti. As a grassroots Abian and representative of the governor, I am compelled to set the record straight. The truth is that Governor Otti’s administration has exceeded expectations and set a new standard for governance in Abia State. Since assuming office on May 29, 2024, Governor Otti has demonstrated a rare commitment to infrastructural transformation, fiscal responsibility, and people-oriented policies.…

Former Abia State House of Assembly Member, Hon. Chijioke Chukwu has described Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker, House of Representative as the most selfless leader and politician in Abia history. Hon. Chukwu said he scored Kalu based on his leadership style of delivering the deviden of democracy to the people of his constituency and Nigeria at large. Hon. Chukwu gave his position while featuring on a radio political program in Umuahia on Saturday. Hon. Chukwu was a former member of 7th Abia House of Assembly, he represented Bende State constituency. During the interview program, Hon. Chukwu also affirmed that…

Abia State Liaison Officer to the National Assembly, Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, recently attended the Japanese National Day Reception on behalf of Governor Alex Otti. The event, held at Transcorp Hilltop Hotel, commemorated the birthday of Japan’s Emperor, His Majesty Naruhito. The annual reception celebrates Japan’s rich cultural heritage and reinforces diplomatic ties between Nigeria and Japan. Senior government officials, diplomatic corps members, and high-profile personalities attended, strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. Hon. Chinasa’s participation underscores Abia State’s commitment to international partnerships and diplomatic engagements promoting cultural exchange and cooperation. Earlier that day, Hon. Chinasa paid introductory visits…

The Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) Umuhu ward, Abia State has disassociated itself from the purported suspension of Hon Emeka Ejiogu, describing the act as undemocratic and unconstitutional. The party passed a vote of confidence on Hon Ejiogu describing him as a true party man who has made his mark in the growth of the ward and state at large, call on the disgruntled members behind the dastardly act to desist from such an unprofessional attitude.

The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, mourns the passing of a revered elder statesman and Chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Chief (Dr.) Senator Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, CON. Governor Otti is deeply saddened by the demise of Pa Clark, who was a patriot and elder statesman. “Pa Clark’s passing is a great loss to the nation and I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, the Government and people of Delta State, the Ijaw Nation, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Governor Otti said. The Governor described Pa Clark as a nationalist…

Abia State National Assembly Liaison Officer, Chief Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, is urging Abia students to take advantage of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) policy as the agency begins its next award cycle for the 2024/2025 academic session. Speaking during an interactive session with youths, Chief Chinasa revealed that NELFUND has disbursed ₦22 billion in loans to 215,514 students and ₦12 billion in upkeep support to 169,144 students since its inception in 2023. Chief Chinasa encouraged Abia students in federal or state institutions of higher learning to apply for the next award cycle, which commences on February 22. Applications should…

A 26 year-old man, James Austin Nwubani is on the run after reportedly killing his elder sister and her twin children in Umahia, Abia state. The ugly incident happened in the wee night hours of Tuesday at Isiama Afara Ukwu in Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State. While speaking with CANDID REPORTERS, the eye witness, Mr Azuka Ubani, said the suspect, James Austin also known as Igwubuike was seen carrying the corpse of his sister at about 3am when he raised the alarm of the suspected murder. On enquiry of how the three were murdered by Igwubuike, Azuka…