Column Archives - OHAFIATV

Oct

22

2026

Gov. Otti Reaffirms Commitment to Eye Health and Road Safety, Urges Commercial Drivers To Undergo Regular Eye Checks

Abia State, Column, News, Ohafia, Politics

The Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to preventive healthcare and road safety, urging commercial drivers to undergo regular eye examinations to prevent road accidents and protect lives. Represented by his Deputy, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, at the grand finale of the 2026 World Sight Day celebration held on Thursday, October 15, at the Prof. Nnenna Oti Mega Bus Terminal, Umuahia, the Governor emphasised the importance of good vision in ensuring road safety. Speaking on the theme, “Love Your Eyes,” with the state-specific message, “Safe Eyes, Safe Roads, Safe Lives,” Emetu…

Oct

21

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

2027: Bishop Sunday Onuoha Endorses Bourdex For Abia North Senate, Describes Him As A Pathfinder, Credible Leader

Abia State, Column, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Metro, Politics

In a landmark political move that is already sending strong ripples across the Abia North Senatorial District and the broader political landscape of Abia State, renowned clergyman, former Presidential Special Assistant, and prominent Abia North leader, Bishop Dr. Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha, has formally endorsed the senatorial ambition of industrialist and telecom icon, Chief Dr. David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex. Bishop Onuoha, who stands tall as one of the most respected spiritual fathers, global peace advocates, and influential political voices in Abia North and Nigeria, made the high-profile endorsement on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, when Chief Bourdex and his campaign leadership team…

Oct

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Dr Okey Udo Mourns Gregory University Founder, Professor Gregory Iyke Ibe, At 62

Abia State, Column, Lifestyle, Metro, News2027, Abia State, Lifestyle, Metro, Okey Udo, RIP

There are some phone calls you never want to receive. This was one of them. Professor Gregory Ikechukwu (Iyke) Ibe, OFR, Enyi Abia, is gone. The hills of Uturu are quiet tonight. The lecture halls he built stand in silence. And somewhere in Abia North, a mother whose child is in school because of him is weeping for a man she may never have met. I weep with her. I write this not as a politician, but as a son of Abia who has lost a father figure, a mentor in spirit and a living example of how one man…

Oct

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

APC Campaign Council Leader Defects to Labour Party in Abia State

Abia State, Column, News, Politics2027, Abia State, All Progressives Congress, Daniel Okeke, Labour Party, Nigeria, Politics

In a major political realignment, Hon. Chief Daniel Okeke, PhD—the 2023 All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives candidate for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency and the appointed Campaign Council Leader for Honourable Ikenna Ukwa under the APC—has officially defected to the Labour Party (LP). Chief Okeke’s defection comes as a significant boost to the ruling party in Abia State, as he announced his commitment to throw his full political weight behind supporting all Labour Party candidates across the Abia North senatorial district. Describing his decision as a deliberate step towards fostering progressive governance, Chief Okeke highlighted that political platforms must serve…

Oct

19

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

OTTIMANIA Mobilises Abia Grassroots For Governor Otti, Emetu’s Re-Election In 2027

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics2027, Abia State, Alex Otti, Ikechukwu Emetu, Opinion, OTTIMANIA, Politics

The OTTIMANIA Legacy Movement is preparing to intensify door-to-door grassroots mobilisation across Abia State for the re-election of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, his Deputy, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, and other Labour Party candidates in the 2027 general elections. The movement’s Conveners, Patrons and Advisory Board members are leading efforts to expand its grassroots reach following the conclusion of the constitution of its State, Zonal and Local Government Area (LGA) executive structures. With the structures in place, the movement says it is ready to begin its campaign for the return of Governor Otti and his deputy, while awaiting the participation…