Author: Candid Reporters

Chijioke Chukwu, Former Minority Leader, Abia state House of Assembly, has debunked the speculation that Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker House of Representatives is ready to contest for Abia North senatorial seat come 2027. Chukwu who is a close ally of the Deputy Speaker debunked the speculation on Friday during an interview as he also stated that the Deputy Speaker is much occupied and busy with his legislative duties at the House of Representatives. He also explained that it is too early for anyone to think that Rt. Hon Ben kalu would make any hasty decision as regards his…

Governor Alex Otti on Friday joined other Southeast governors and prominent Igbo leaders in Enugu for the election of Ohaneze Ndigbo executives. Other Southeast Governors present during the event are; Governor Peter Mba of Enugu State, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo, Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State as well as Ex-Governor Ikedi Ohakim and Senators Chris Ngige, Ben Obi, Victor Umeh and other Igbo dignitaries. Senator John Azuta-Mbata, a former Senator, Rivers East Senatorial District in the Senate was elected the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. Prince Okey Nwadinobi from Abia State was elected the National Deputy President while Chief…

Natures Gentle Touch Hair Institute, a beauty and style institution, is making significant strides in combating poverty through its Skill Out of Poverty initiative. The Scholarship Programme equips participants with professional hairdressing skills, empowering them with the tools to establish sustainable careers in the beauty care industry. The exercise includes intensive classroom trainings followed by an extensive practical work and industrial attachment at the Natures Gentle Touch Hair Clinic located at No. 22 Oduduwa Way Ikeja GRA Lagos. Graduating students are certified as Cosmetologists and are equipped with requisite skills necessary to meet the growing demands of the beauty and…

The Defence headquarters has disclosed that joint air and ground forces have neutralized over 34 terrorists during firefights on a large-scale attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on Sabon Gari Community in Damboa LGA, Borno, Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, on Wednesday disclosed that 6 soldiers were killed in action during the encounter. The Statement titled, “Terrorists Killed in Attack on Sabin Gari in Damboa LGA of Borno State” said the terrorists in gun trucks and motorcycles attempted to retaliate the recent killing of their commanders. It reads, “On 4 January 2025, an unspecified number of ISWAP/BHT…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, was in Enugu to commission a project executed by His Excellency, Governor Peter Mba. Governor Mba deserves commendation for completing the project which many reliable sources have revealed was started and built up to 50% by two of his predecessors, former Governors Chimaraoke Nnamani and Sulivan Chime respectively. Our friend and critic of Governor Alex Otti, Dominic Nmerengwa (Dom Nik) was so excited, and dedicated so much effort ridiculing the government of Abia State with all kinds of lies, but as usual, we weren’t bothered, because Abia under Governor Alex Otti is speedily becoming a…

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, has decorated his Aide-De-Camp (ADC), Olua Moses Chigoziem and 4 other newly promoted police officers from the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) to the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP). During the event which took place on Monday, Governor Otti also decorated Aguwa Goodluck, Escort Commander to the Governor, Okejim Desmond Chukwuma, Escort Commander to the wife of the Governor, Chukwudi Joshua Nnanna, Administration Officer – Security, Government House, and Nnaji Peter Ekwe. During his speech, the governor thanked God and congratulated the Officers for their promotion saying that although they…

His Imperial Majesty Eze Dr. Isaac Ajuonu Ikonne (MON), the Enyi 1 of Aba, has conferred chieftaincy titles on notable radio personalities in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the media and society. The event held on Monday in Aba attracted journalists from several media houses, including Real FM, Magic FM, Legend FM, Buzz FM, Obioma FM, and Sun FM, who used the occasion to pay homage and celebrate his 96th birthday. Among the honorees was Michael Oni of Enyimba FM, who received the title Onu na-ekwuru Ọha 1 of Aba (The Mouthpiece of the People 1 of Aba). Agụ…

Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hallmark Bank and Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has commended Governor Alex Otti, OFR, for his visible achievements in the State, saying that Abians and Nigerians are very impressed with his performance so far within the period in office. The financial expert, opinion leader, and influential politician from Ukwa East Local Government Area in Abia South political zone of the State gave the commendation on Sunday, 5th January, while speaking to newsmen shortly after a closed-door meeting with Governor Otti. Chief Wabara said that his relationship with Governor Alex Otti,…

Suspected bandits have killed Alhaji Surajo Ahmed, the Katsina State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN). CANDID REPORTERS also gathered that the suspected bandits carried out the attack at about 10pm on Saturday as they also kidnapped his two wives and daughter. According to MACBAN National President, Alhaji Baba Usman Ngelzarma, the attackers, who He added that the association has contacted the police and other security agencies to investigate the matter and ensure the release of the kidnap victims. “The incident happened yesterday around 10 pm in the night. We have contacted police and other…

Nigerians have been alerted of the danger of using Phesgo, a suspected counterfeit cancer treatment drug in circulation. The alert came from the The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Sunday. The alert is also directed to healthcare providers. The alert on the circulation of the drug was published on the agency’s website. NAFDAC said a doctor at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) had raised concerns about the drug after a patient brought it in. The agency said the product had not been administered, but it matched the characteristics of a previously reported counterfeit…