Author: Candid Reporters

Over time, an Ohafia born social commentator, writing under the pen name – ‘People of Abia’ has become notorious for almost always hiding under the guise of social commentary to blackmail unsuspecting Abians and Nigerians for reasons which may not be far from pecuniary. Most recently, the serial blackmailer took to his Instagram account to churn out half baked lies, unfounded information and distorted facts about the Federal Medical Center Umuahia. Ordinarily such baseless articles laced with overt misinformation could have been ignored which I am sure that is what the management of FMC Umuahia has already done, but as…

The Abia State Chapter of Labour Party has reacted to the statement made by Senator Orji Uzor kalu , senator representing Abia North in the red chambers. CANDID REPORTERS recalled that on Friday, Senator Kalu while addressing party members and supporters in his home town at Igbere made statements faulting governance in Abia led by Governor Alex Otti. In a press release made available to news men on Tuesday by Abia Labour Party, titled: “Threat of Thuggery and Violence: Senator Kalu’s Era of Terror is Over” , Abia Labour Party said “Senator Orji Uzor kalu lied and sounded very angry,…

Joseph Kent a senior US counterterrorism official resigned on Tuesday to protest the US-Israeli war against Iran and said the Islamic Republic posed no imminent threat to the United States. “I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran,” Joseph Kent, the director of the National Counterterrorism Center, said in his resignation letter to President Donald Trump. Kent — a former member of the Green Beret special forces who served multiple combat tours — said “Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation, and it is clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and…

In a representative democracy, the integrity of the legislature depends entirely on the integrity of its members. When questions arise regarding the accuracy of a public official’s historical declarations—such as those made on a Law School admission form—the issue transcends mere clerical error; it touches upon the fundamental requirements for holding high office. ​ The Legal and Ethical Mandate ​For a Deputy Speaker or any high-ranking lawmaker, the law is not just a profession but a daily practice. Advocacy for prosecution and resignation in the face of “false declaration” allegations generally rests on three pillars: Constitutional Compliance : Most democratic…

The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti has sent his warm felicitations to mothers across the state on the occasion of this year’s Mother’s Day Celebration, describing it as yet another special day to join mother’s in solidarity as they celebrate Mother’s Day. In a message of goodwill to Abia mothers, Governor Otti described mothers as a Special gift to humanity, and explained that there are too many beautiful virtues which make mothers special. In his words “Today is yet another beautiful and blessed day to celebrate mothers across the state, because of what they represent in…

In a bold and transformative step toward community development, Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa will on Sunday March 22nd, officially flagoff Project SWITCH ON BENDE, a people-oriented initiative designed to illuminate communities across Bende Federal Constituency with solar-powered streetlights. The project represents a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to improve living conditions, strengthen security, and stimulate socio-economic activities within the constituency. Project SWITCH ON BENDE is strategically structured to bring sustainable and environmentally friendly lighting solutions to Bende Federal Constituency one community at a time. Beyond its immediate impact, the initiative symbolizes a renewed commitment to grassroots development and practical…

The Abia Rejoice Movement has carefully noted the statement issued by the Publicity Secretary of the Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Uche Aguoru, concerning remarks credited to Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah. Ordinarily, the Abia Rejoice Movement would not consider it necessary to respond to such claims. However, in order to prevent the public from being misled by narratives driven more by political convenience than by facts, it has become important to set the record straight. First, it is necessary to clarify that the event where Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah made his remarks that it was…

The Civil Society Groups of Good Governance (CSGGG), has rejected claims that the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) has dismissed a petition filed against the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. President of the Group, Chief Dominic Ogakwu, in a press statement, Thursday in Abuja, said: “It was a pyrrhic reprieve for the embattled deputy speaker as the LPDC held that the issues raised in the petition were outside its statutory jurisdiction. City & Local Guides “It is mischievous and a clear case of seeking legal reprieve for allegations that are well documented to…

The Abia State Government has faulted a publication referred to as a misleading report on the arbitral award relating to the Enyimba Economic City Project. In a press release made a available to newsmen on Wednesday, Abia State government said a publication currently circulating in the media titled “Both Majority and Dissenting Rulings Declared Abia State Cannot Withdraw Our Certificate of Occupancy,” attributed to the promoters of the Enyimba Economic City. Abia Government said the publication contains several statements that materially misrepresent the findings and legal effect of the Majority Award delivered by the Arbitral Tribunal on 13 February 2026.…

These are not the best of times for the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu following allegations levelled against him regarding his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate and Nigerian Law School records. Trouble started when a former First Vice President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mr. John Aikpokpo-Martins dragged Kalu before the Legal Practitioners’ Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) and the NYSC concerning allegations that he enrolled into Nigerian law school while serving. The issue was further escalated when a group, the Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) called for the immediate and independent probe…