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Chief Dr Emeka Charles Kalu (E.C.K) – Cynosure of Abia North

Chief Dr Emeka Charles Kalu (E.C.K) – Cynosure of Abia North

There comes a time in the history of a zone when nature, signs, call to duty, and service intensity spring forth arms of need to cause a volcanic eruption in the political firmament of a Senatorial Zone State. That zone is Abia North. Atakata Agbuo 1 of Igboland, a moving train fixated on service delivery as exemplified in his activities at the global level, is now poised to bring home in-depth knowledge, skill, and acumen in contact mobilisation for the good of Ndi Abia. Chief Dr Emeka Charles Kalu has, in the last 6 months, quietly, through his 20-man think…
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A tale of two states By abiodun KOMOLAFE

A tale of two states By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Charles Dickens, in his classic novel A Tale of Two Cities, contrasted the turbulent similarities and differences of London and Paris during a time of profound change. For London and Paris, Dickens famously summed up his assessment as being “the best of times and the worst of times.” Ekiti and Osun are currently undergoing a deep political transition, as they present both similar and contrasting situations. In Ekiti, the incumbent governor, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO), has accomplishments to show the people and is seeking re-election. Osun, however, presents a contrasting tale! Next year will be a buildup to the real,…
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Ijebu-Jesa Grammar School at 70! (2) Byabiodun KOMOLAFE

Ijebu-Jesa Grammar School at 70! (2) Byabiodun KOMOLAFE

According to Michael Afolayan, a US-based Professor of Education and Linguistics, what is happening in IJGS “is a systemic problem - the aphorism of the crooked top. Today, we have a pseudo-leadership that has no value for education. Imagine such a great school you just appraised here having only 10 permanent teachers! “Just imagine the IJGS in the days of Oba Joseph Ajayi Palmer, when every trained teacher wanted to come and serve there. I recall the late Mr. E. Adegbola, owner of Surulere Bookstore in Ile-Ife and Ijebu-Jesa, who was a headmaster where I taught at the time. He…
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Nigerian Wrestling Legend, Ikenga Gburugburu Ohafia & UAAP Chairman, Ambassador Osita Offor, Greets Jonathan at 68, Says Ex-President an Exemplary Democrat

Nigerian Wrestling Legend, Ikenga Gburugburu Ohafia & UAAP Chairman, Ambassador Osita Offor, Greets Jonathan at 68, Says Ex-President an Exemplary Democrat

The United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) has joined prominent voices across Nigeria and Africa in celebrating former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, on the occasion of his 68th birthday. In a goodwill message issued on Wednesday, the Chairman of UAAP and celebrated Nigerian wrestling icon, Ambassador Osita Offor, hailed Jonathan as “a continental statesman whose humility, democratic credentials, and peace mission work have enriched Africa’s political landscape.” Ambassador Offor, widely known as “The Ultimate Commander” and honoured with the revered chieftaincy title Ikenga Gburugburu Ohafia is one of Nigeria’s most decorated wrestlers. He transitioned from a successful global sporting…
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Business Mogul Jack-Rich Extols Ex-President Jonathan At 68, Describes Him As Global Statesman

Business Mogul Jack-Rich Extols Ex-President Jonathan At 68, Describes Him As Global Statesman

Business mogul and philanthropist, Tein T.S. Jack-Rich (CON), has felicitated with former President Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan (GCFR) on the occasion of his 68th birthday, describing him as a rare statesman whose life embodies peace, humility, and democratic values. In a statement personally signed by him on Wednesday, Jack-Rich praised Jonathan for his “unwavering commitment to the peace and democratic stability of Nigeria,” noting that his contributions continue to inspire millions across the country and the African continent. He said the former president’s “exemplary leadership, deep patriotism, and continuous devotion to peacebuilding across Africa” remain a reference point in national…
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