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Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, popularly known as “De Ultimate Commander,” (IKENGA GBURUGBURU), alongside members of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, has joined well-wishers across the country to celebrate Dr. Sampson Uche Ogah, former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, as he marks his birthday. Dr. Uche Ogah, a distinguished public servant, accomplished professional, and foundation member of UAAP, was extolled for his enduring contributions to national development, community service, and leadership advancement within Abia State and beyond. In a goodwill message issued by Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor on behalf of UAAP, the group described Dr.…

Ohuhu, Abia State – In a stark reminder that national development must be gauged by the condition of its most remote communities, HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha, Grand Patron, Ezenaebiri and Ohuruzo of Umuohuru Kingdom, has stated that “the yardstick of measurement in Nigeria should be the rural areas. Until they begin to do as well as those in the city, we are not doing well.” Speaking ahead of the upcoming holiday season, the traditional ruler questioned the affordability of a decent Christmas lunch for many rural dwellers and highlighted the precarious health status of those living outside urban centres: “As…

‎Ohafia, Abia State – The Ohafia Traditional Rulers Council concluded its election of new executive officers during their monthly statutory meeting on Saturday, 2nd December 2025. ‎The newly elected officials will assume office on 1st January 2026 and steer the council’s affairs for the next three years in line with bye laws of the Council. ‎New Executive Officers:‎‎HRH Eze O. K. Osonwa – Chairman‎HRH Eze Igwe Ojike (MON) – Deputy Chairman‎HRH Eze Elder Dr. Ezera Uduma Ezera – Secretary‎HRH Eze Elder O. K. Obuma – Assistant Secretary‎HRH Eze Elder Dr. S. O. A. Ukweni – Treasurer‎HRH Eze Evang. Uche Ibe…