Author: Candid Reporters

Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa (Dogo Bende), Agu Bende 1, has emphasized the importance of cultural festivals in driving socio-economic transformation. The Chief Liaison Officer of Abia House Abuja stated this while celebrating the biennial Ila Oso Uzuakoli Carnival. According to him, “Culture remains a veritable and strategic tool for driving sustainable development, community cohesion, and global recognition,” Hon. Chinasa noted that the Ila Oso festival promotes unity, preserves heritage, stimulates tourism, creates jobs, and attracts investments, hinting that the festival is currently being considered for adoption by UNESCO as part of its African Heritage Programmes, which could boost tourism and…

The United States has launched a fusillade of air strikes on ISIS terrorists in the north-western Nigerian state of Sokoto. The ISIS affiliate in Nigeria is called the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) — which operates primarily in the north-east and Lake Chad basin. In a Truth Social post, US President Donald Trump said the strikes were “powerful and deadly”. The US Africa Command (AFRICOM) stated in a post on X that the strike was at “the request of Nigerian authorities”. “Lethal strikes against ISIS demonstrate the strength of our military and our commitment to eliminating terrorist threats against…

Ndi Abia, As we joyfully celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, I bring you warm Christmas greetings filled with hope, gratitude, and renewed commitment to our shared future. Christmas is a season that reminds us of the power of unity, sacrifice, and collective responsibility. These values mirror our resolve as Ndi Abia,a people known for resilience, industry, and an unyielding belief in progress. I sincerely thank you for your trust, support, and steadfast faith in purposeful leadership. As your representative and servant, I remain fully committed to advancing the interests of Abia State, protecting our common good, and…

The Nigerian Government has instituted new money laundering charges against former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, over alleged financial transactions exceeding N1 billion. The 16-count charge, filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja and marked FHC/ABJ/CR/700/2025, lists the Federal Republic of Nigeria as the complainant, with Hajia Bashir Asabe named as a co-defendant. According to court documents, the defendants are accused of handling, transferring, and concealing funds suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities. Investigators allegedly traced a total of N1,014,848,500 to a Sterling Bank account linked to…

The Vision Concept International Foundation (VICIF), a philanthropic organization determined to interface in the welfare of indigent ones in the society has marked its end of year Christmas in a grand style in Aba, Abia State. The event which took place on Saturday at the Aba South town hall had in attendance some clergy men, namely Rev. Dr. John Eze, Rev. Dr. Emma Silas, Pst. Chy Peters, Bishop Dr. Martins Iheaka, Barr. Ihechi Doris Ikpeazu, spiced up the event with motivational talks and life experiences. The large turnout of other guests also graced the occasion. The blissful event gave opportunity…

The Federal Inland Revenue Service has announced that the National Identification Number issued by the National Identity Management Commission has automatically become the Tax Identification Number for individual Nigerians. The clarification was made in a public awareness campaign on the new tax laws shared by the Service on X on Monday. According to the FIRS, registered businesses will also no longer require a separate Tax ID, as their Corporate Affairs Commission registration number will now serve as their official tax identifier under the new tax system. The announcement comes amid public concerns over provisions in the new tax laws that…

Two Senators from Rivers State, loyal to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Nigerian Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defecting lawmakers are; Senator Allwell Onyesoh, who represents Rivers East Senatorial District, and Senator Barinada Mpigi, a two-time Senator representing Rivers South-East district. Their separate letters of defection were read on the floor of the Senate during Tuesday’s plenary. In the letters, the senators said their decision followed extensive consultations with their constituents and was taken in the interest of ensuring effective representation in the Red…

Six members of the House of Representatives from Rivers State have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the All Progressives Congress, APC. CANDID REPORTERS learnt that that the defection took place on Tuesday during plenary. The defectors are said to loyalists of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike.They include Hon. Solomon Bob, Hon. Victor Obuzor, Hon. Dumnamene Dekor, Hon. Cyril Hart, Hon. Blessing Amadi and Hon. Felix Nwaeke.

Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, MBA, the Chief Liaison Officer of Abia State Liaison Office, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has warmly felicitated with the former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uchechukwu Samson Ogah, on the occasion of his 56th birth anniversary, describing him as an outstanding statesman, accomplished technocrat, and a committed patriot whose life of service continues to inspire many. In a goodwill message released in Abuja, Hon. Chinasa extolled Dr. Ogah’s remarkable journey in public service and private enterprise, noting that his contributions to national development, economic growth, and human capital advancement have left…

The Abia Rejoice Media Team, with profound admiration and a deep sense of pride, joins eminent political leaders, captains of industry, critical stakeholders, and well-meaning Nigerians across the federation to celebrate a towering statesman, accomplished industrialist, visionary reformer, and a servant-leader Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, FCA, CON, former Minister of State, Mines and Steel Development on the auspicious occasion of his birthday. Dr. Ogah’s leadership is defined by depth, clarity of vision and intentional commitment to national progress. Transcending state boundaries and partisan lines, he exemplifies purposeful leadership anchored on competence, patriotism, and results. As former Minister of State, Steel…