Politics

Editorial - 20/4/2026 The political atmosphere in Abia State has been charged in recent days following growing tensions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the stance of one of its prominent National Leaders, Dr. Sampson Uche Ogah, CON. Dr. Ogah, who once served as Minister of State under the administration of the ruling party, APC, has stirred debate after openly declaring his support for the current governor of the state, Alex Chioma Otti of the Labour Party. Despite his leadership role and a strong force in the APC, Dr Ogah has maintained that Governor Otti has demonstrated commendable leadership…

In Nigeria’s political landscape, women have historically faced limited access to leadership positions, despite constituting a significant portion of the population. Structural barriers, cultural norms, and party dynamics have often constrained their participation in governance and decision-making processes. However, available evidence consistently shows that when women are given the opportunity to serve, they deliver impactful and measurable results across sectors. Nigeria has witnessed remarkable contributions from distinguished female leaders whose legacies continue to shape national development. Notable among them is Dora Akunyili, whose reforms at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control restored public confidence in drug…

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Chief Chidiebere J. Okoh, has strongly criticized a recent statement by Dr. Sampson Uche Ogah over his political stance ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing it as “abnormal” and a clear case of anti-party conduct. Reacting to Ogah’s declaration of support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027 while simultaneously backing Governor Alex Otti of the Labour Party (LP) for a second term, Okoh expressed concern over what he termed “conflicting political loyalty.” According to Okoh, such a position undermines party discipline and cohesion, particularly at…

Across Ikwuano/Umuahia North and South Federal Constituency, a stronger, more forward-looking conversation is taking shape—one that prioritizes depth, intellect, and a bold vision for true federal representation. At the center of this shift is Dr. Martina Amarachi Ononiwu (Martina Martins), whose candidacy is fast becoming the rallying point for constituents who want more than just familiarity—they want excellence. There is a growing insistence among constituents that the next representative must embody not only experience, but also intellectual capacity, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex national challenges. Dr. Ononiwu represents that evolution. Her background, professional depth, and forward-driven mindset…