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Reprieve will soon come the way of the people of Ohafia local government area of Abia State as Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu has used the opportunity of golden jubilee marriage anniversary of Chief & Lolo Okali Kalu Ubaka to promise them that he would construct more roads in 2022.

Sen. Kalu the Special Guest of Honour at the event which took place on Wednesday in Ebem Ohafia also applauded the people of Ohafia for the support they have offered him politically by massively voting for him over the years.

The Senator representing Abia North further said Ohafia will join the league of Isingwu and others to enjoy dividends of democracy which he is poised to bring the people as their representative.

The celebrants, parents of Mr. Ifeanyi Okali are marking the 50th anniversary of their marriage which attracted friends and well-wishers from far and wide.

Sen. Kalu, Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate at the event congratulated the couple for the laudable feat of the golden jubilee, praying God to continually bless their union.

He further urged couples to imbibe tolerance and understanding for a lasting marriage, using that of Chief & Lolo Okali Kalu Ubaka as a reference point.

Among those who graced the event are the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Uko Nkole, Interpol Systems Consultant in Nigeria, Sir Chikwe Udensi, mother of Super Eagles star, Samuel Chukwueze, Mrs. Chukwueze, and a host of others.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2021/01/chief-lolo-okalis-marriage-anniversary-sen-kalu-promise-to-construct-more-roads-in-ohafia/

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Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has called on Nigerians to shun hate, imbibe the spirit of love and seek national unity, ABN TV reports.

According to the former Abia governor, this is needed in the country now than never, insisting that it is the only way the country can make meaningful progress.

Speaking on first Sunday of 2021 during a special Mass held at Mater Misericordia Catholic Church, Umuzomgbo Ihechiowa, Arochukwu, the federal lawmaker stated that the recent release of the Auxiliary Catholic Bishop of Owerri archdiocese, Moses Chikwe who was kidnapped a week ago was a product of divine intervention.

The clergy was kidnapped by unidentified gunmen on the evening of Sunday, Dec. 27, in Owerri, the capital of Imo State in southeastern Nigeria.

Kalu while expressing his happiness over the clergy's freedom remarked that the ugly incident informed his decision to protest by boycotting the recent meeting of the All Progressive's Congress held in Owerri.

On the state of infrastructures in Abia-North, he explained that the delays in the execution of some of the road projects in the community was a result of the impasse between the Senate and the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

Kalu said; "The contracts for the construction of the roads in this community has already been awarded, however, the project is being funded by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and the commission was having running battles with the National Assembly.

"Now the issues have been resolved I assure you all the works will soon commence on those roads in the next few months. HRH Linus and the community should not bother themselves, I assure them that their roads will be constructed."

Recalling his stay as the governor of the state between 1999-2007, Kalu said, "When I was governor of this state we never owed workers and pensioners. I assure you that it shall be well again in our dear state. As Governor we dealt with criminal elements, there was nothing like kidnapping in fact you dare not kidnap you cannot even try it because I will deal with you ruthlessly. My duty was governor was not to protect lives and property; we flushed criminals out of Aba, Umuahia, and other parts of the state.

He continued "Today being the first day is a good day to preach on the need for all Nigerians to love themselves, life should be about love and cherishing one another. We need to be united right from our families to the state and to the entire country.

"I also want to thank God for the release of our Bishop that was kidnapped two weeks ago. It's disheartening; I boycotted the political meeting in Owerri in protest of the kidnapping of the Bishop, now that he has been released I can resume attending meetings. The height of this kind of crime is ordinary citizens, men of God, and a whole Catholic Bishop are being kidnapped.

Kalu also emphasised that despite being a Senator whose main responsibility is to make laws, he has embarked on the construction of infrastructure in his Senatorial zone which is the duty of the executives.

Earlier in his remark the Presiding priest Rev. Fr. Samuel Okondi rendered his gratitude to Senator Kalu for his interventions in the infrastructural and political development of the community.

"On behalf of the church community, I am thanking God in different ways. I found it hard to believe when I heard that he was incarcerated, I didn't believe it because he's my friend but we thank God today that he's out.

"We want to thank you especially for the good things you are doing for our people, during your tenure as Governor of this state we witnessed enormous progress asides from infrastructure you appointed our sons and daughters as commissioners for education, chieftaincy and Secretary to the state government said the Parish priest.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2021/01/nigerians-must-imbibe-love-national-unity-sen-kalu-cautions/

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The Interpol Systems Consultant in Nigeria, Sir Chikwe Udensi has extolled the commitment and doggedness of the Director ABN TV, Mr. Ifeanyi Okali to make impact in society using his medium, describing him a model for other young men craving to succeed.

According to Sir Udensi, Mr. Okali has imbibed the culture of not putting money ahead of the core functions of the media which border of informing, educating, and entertaining the public.

Sir Udensi who spoke through a close ally and a world-renowned Climate Change, Environmental Law & Policy, and Renewable Energy Expert, Dr. John Osonwa on Wednesday in Ebem Ohafia, Ohafia local government area country home of Mr. Okali during the golden jubilee anniversary of his parents, Chief & Lolo Okali Kalu Ubaka further described Okali as a young man in whom he is well pleased.

According to Dr. Osonwa, he has enjoyed tremendous love from Ifeanyi whom he said amplifies some of his media outings and articles by circulating them wider without demanding financial reward.

He called on others to take a cue from him.

While congratulating the couple for achieving a golden jubilee in their marriage, he prayed God to continue to strengthen the marriage of Chief & Lolo Okali Kalu Ubaka even as he expressed gratitude to God for the good children the couple is blessed with.

Our correspondent gathered that notable personalities from traditional, religious, and political cycles graced the occasion.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2021/01/abn-tv-boss-model-for-young-men-interested-to-succeed-chikwe-udensi/

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The well-publicized 50th Marriage Anniversary/Golden Jubilee celebration of Chief and Lolo Okali Kalu Ubaka, has been held in grand style at Ebem the ancient city of Ohafia, in Ohafia local government area of Abia State.

ABN TV reports that the event which held on Wednesday attracted the crème de la crème in the society and top dignitaries including political leaders, serving senators, federal lawmakers, academicians, clerics, and business tycoons.

Chief and Lolo Okali Kalu Ubaka are parents of Mr. Ifeanyi Okali, celebrated journalist and Publisher of the prominent online medium, ABN TV. The couple has in the past fifty years remained strongly united in love as couples.

Among those who graced the occasion included Senate Chief Whip and former Abia governor, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu; former Abia chief of staff, Hon. Mascot Uzor Kalu; member representing Ohafia/Arochukwu Federal Constituency, Hon Uko Nkole; Hon. Nnanna Uzor Kalu, former member, House of Representatives.

Others were: Rt Hon (Dr) Ifeanyi Uchendu, Abia Assembly deputy speaker; Chief Maduka Ukaegbu, former Abia deputy chief of staff; Sir Chikwe Udensi, Interpol System expert; Chief Dan Okeke, Ohafia Local Government Council Chairman; Chief Udo Osonwa from the United States and Lolo Chukwueze, footballer Samuel Chukwueze’s mother.

While Chief Raymond Iheanacho Nkemdirim, a former Director of Operations of the Department Of State Security Services (DSS) served as chairman of the occasion, HRH Eze Ukoha Kalu, Kpoke 1 of Ekelougo Ebem Ohafia in Ohafia LGA the Paramount ruler of Ebem Kingdom, served as the Royal Father of the day.

Ahead of the event, the community took a new look with security beefed up and surveillance mounted at strategic locations in readiness to play host to the eminent dignitaries who graced the occasion.

Chief Okali Ubaka, retired as a Senior Officer, Department of State Services (DSS).

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2021/01/exclusive-photos-sen-kalu-nkole-ex-dss-boss-udensi-others-attend-abn-tv-boss-parents-anniversary/

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With just one day to go for the long-awaited golden jubilee marriage anniversary of Chief and Mrs. Ubaka Okali, parents of the Director of ABN TV, Mr. Ifeanyi Okali, the senator representing Abia North district, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu has said the event avails families opportunity to tap from a well of a lasting marriage.

The senator who spoke with our correspondent on Tuesday congratulated Chief Ubaka Okali and his wife for attaining this marital feat.

The anniversary slated to take place Wednesday, December 30 will hold at 21 Chief Okali Ubaka Street, Ebem Ohafia, Ohafia local government area of Abia state.

Prominent personalities including the Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Interpol Systems consultant in Nigeria, Sir Chikwe Udensi and member representing Bende North constituency Abia State House of Assembly, Hon Chijoke Chukwu.

Others include the Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uche Ogah, member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia federal constituency, Hon. Uko Nkole, Speaker Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Orji, Commissioner for Information Abia State, Chief John Okiyi Kalu, business mogul, Chief Dan Okeke, and a host of others.

Media personalities and entertainers from across the country will also be at the event.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/one-day-to-go-golden-jubilee-anniversary-of-abn-tv-boss-parents-opportunity-for-blessing-sen-kalu/

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Senate President, Dr. Ahmed Lawan has said irrespective of religious and political persuasions, Nigeria has continued to remain a united and indivisible entity.

He said this on Sunday in Igbere, Bende local government area of Abia State during the 10th year Memoriam of Late Chief Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe Kalu, father of Senate Chief Whip, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, ABN TV reports.

According to Lawan, the creme of people who graced the occasion is a testimony that there is unity among Nigerians.

"Regardless of our political and religious persuasions, we are attending a function that all of us believe is so important. Abia state is a home of unity.

"We have seen the presence of the Minority Leader of the Senate, our brother Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South), Sen. T.A Orji (Abia Central). These are people who belong to different political parties. So this kind of environment is not a political environment but the people's environment.

"The governor of Enugu state, my brother Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has been here since in solidarity for this family and this is what unity can achieve for us.

"Today, tomorrow, and indeed forever, we can achieve greater, we can achieve more when we are united. Nigeria is designed by the grace of God to be a nation of many people, different orientations, different sentiments but must be a people that have a common purpose and common destiny. This is what we want to achieve at all times" he said.

While extolling Late Chief Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe Kalu for raising his children to be responsible members of society, the Senate President urged Nigerians to continue to advance the unity of the country by pursuing a common agenda of being at the center of Nigeria.

He also added that Nigeria needs the effort of everyone to move forward, maintaining that there is strength in unity.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/despite-religious-political-persuasions-nigeria-united-lawan/

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The ancient city of Ebem Ohafia in Ohafia local government area of Abia State is currently at a standstill as Mr. & Mrs. Okali Kalu Ubaka mark the 50th anniversary of their marriage.

The celebrants, parents of Mr. Ifeanyi Okali, the Director ABN TV have in the past fifty years remained strongly united in love as couples.

The event scheduled to take place on Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 will hold at their country home in Ebem Ohafia.

Our correspondent gathered that the community has adorned a new look with security surveillance mounted at strategic locations in readiness to play host to eminent dignitaries expected to grace the occasion.

Mr. Ubaka Okali, a retired police officer is a respected community leader in Ohafia.

In a recent chat with ABN TV, Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu who will be the Special Guest of Honour said golden jubilee anniversary in the life of any union, business, or anything is a remarkable milestone.

He used the opportunity to call on all and sundry to use the occasion as a point of contact for a lasting opportunity in life.

The Chairman of the occasion is the CEO Flo FM, Chief Raymond Nkemdirim.

Notable political leaders, business tycoons, traditional and religious leaders as well as top media executives are expected to grace the occasion.

Guests will be thrilled with cultural dances, Ohafia war dance, couples games, and many more.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/ohafia-stands-still-as-abn-tv-boss-parents-mark-50th-marriage-anniversary/

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Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has extolled Late Chief Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe Kalu, father of Senate Chief Whip, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu for raising children who have risen to prominence in society.

Describing Sen. Kalu as wonderful, Buhari who spoke on Sunday at the 10th anniversary of the transition of his father, Late Chief Nesiegbe Kalu congratulated him for bringing family and friends together to celebrate the late patriarch who passed on 2010, ABN TV reports.

The President who was represented by the Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uche Ogah said it is the pride of every father to have a child who will celebrate him even while he has exited the world.

While saluting Kalu for his courage, the President said even while in the grave, Late Chief Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe Kalu will be proud that he has children representing him on earth.

While consoling Sen. Kalu's mother, Chief Mrs. Eunice Uzor Kalu, the President urged her to take solace in the fact that God has blessed her with children who have taken up the role of her husband by providing her succour, support, and understanding.

While noting that the year 2020 has been wonderful as a result of the outbreak of COVID-19, he urged those who survived the year to grateful to God, adding that in other climes, people die in thousands as a result of the pandemic.

"In other countries, people are dying in thousands but in this region, God has been so merciful to us. In Africa, the COVID-19 related deaths compared to the experiences of the Western world can only be a product of the mercy of God.

"He knows we don't have any strength and that is why He's always protecting us. So the President is happy. He sent me to represent him. He is happy with our leader, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu. He is happy to be associated with him" Ogah added.

ABN TV reports that the anniversary brought together prominent political leaders, including 4 out of 5 South Eastern states with the Abia governor absent, President of the Senate, Dr. Ahmed Lawan, Senate Minority Leader, Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe, Senator Representing Abia Central and former governor of the state, Sen. T.A Orji, House of Representatives Deputy Chief Whip, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, a constitutional lawyer, Chris Uche (SAN), former Chief of Army Staff, Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika, Minister of Science and Technology, Ogbonnaya Onu, and a host of others.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/in-you-pa-johnson-kalu-raised-wonderful-son-buhari-praises-sen-kalu/

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The Senate President, Dr. Ahmad Lawan on Sunday bagged the chieftaincy title of Nwanne di na Mba 1 (Brother in Diaspora) by Igbere Crowned Council of Ndi Eze, Bende local government area of Abia State.

ABN TV reports that the Senate President was in Igbere, the hometown of Senate Chief Whip, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu for the 10th transition anniversary of his Late father, Chief Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe.

Expressing gratitude over the recognition, Lawan declared himself a proud son of Igbere.

He said by the virtue of the recognition, he can proudly stand anywhere to say he is from Igbere community in Abia State.

Conferring the title, the royal fathers said the honour is in recognition of Senator Lawan's commitment to peace and unity of the country as well as the development of Igbere community and Abia as a whole.

They also said they extend the love they have for Senator Orji Uzor Kalu to the Senate President, saying he is a friend and brother to Igbere community.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/senate-president-lawan-bags-chieftaincy-title-in-abia-photos/

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The Prelate & Moderator General Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, His Eminence Nzie Nsi has urged Christians and Nigerians to establish a good relationship with God, saying this is only way to have eternal life.

Speaking on Sunday on the topic 'Reframing Your Story in Order to be Relevant' during the 10th commemoration of the death of Late Chief Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe, father of the Senate Chief Whip, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu monitored by ABN TV, the clergy while extolling the life of Late Uzor Nesiegbe urged the congregation to begin to make amendments with their relationship with God.

"I want to charge us, no matter the position you find yourself, make sure you establish a relationship with God. Death will not separate us from God. It will only separate us from friends. It is a change of address because your mind is still with your friends. They will still reflect on your life.

"One thing however is certain. If you have established a relationship with God, death will only be changing of address and when you change address, it does not mean you are no longer in our minds.

"For us as we have gathered today, sharing in this family's memorial service, remembering a man who lived, served and did his own, until a time he was called by his Creator, he has been separated from us but we believe on the day of resurrection, we will meet to part no more," he said.

Citing the biblical Joseph who was sold out to slavery by his brothers, he urged the congregation not to be afraid of evil scheming by men, saying when God has not decided, such evil machinations will be in vain.

ABN TV reports that the father of Sen. Kalu passed on in 2010.

The Sunday memorial service had in attendance prominent political, religious and traditional leaders.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/kalu-fathers-memorial-service-death-only-a-change-of-address-presbyterian-prelate/

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It was a scene of joy and excitement as a foremost philanthropic organisation Don Lulu Foundation on Wednesday held its 2020 children's Christmas party in Umuahia in grand style.

The participants also parted with different kinds of gifts ranging from toy cars, eyeglasses, exercise books, toy guns, balloons, and lots more.

ABN TV reports that the annual event is organised to put smiles on the faces of children especially to further mitigate the effect of COVID-19 on children and their parents/wards.

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The children also participated in different games including dancing, singing competitions as well as egg rowling.

In a chat with one of the organizers of the event and the coordinator of Don Lulu Foundation, Mrs. Emileda Amadigwu said “Don Lulu Foundation is basically for humanity and because we are interested in humanity we realize that this Covid, its effect is much more on children, it’s a strange situation for them and this time is a time of sharing and so we deem it fit that this is a time that for us to throw a party for children in Abia state for them to come around and relax".

The children expressed their gratitude to God and prayed that God almighty will continue to bless and keep Don Lulu.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/rain-of-gifts-as-don-lulu-foundation-holds-children-christmas-party-amidst-fanfare-photos-video/

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Former governor of Abia State and the Senator representing Abia Central, Sen. T.A Orji on Wednesday doled out scholarship grants to about 100 undergraduate constituents of various universities in the state.

This is even as the lawmaker reiterated that education is vital to the success of individuals and society at large.

The grant disbursement took place at the constituency office of the senator located in Umuahia, the state capital under COVID-19 protocol.

The federal lawmaker expressed readiness to continually assist in any possible way to support the educational development of the people, especially amongst young people.

While congratulating the past and present beneficiaries, he thanked them for giving him the opportunity to provide help through his annual scholarship scheme.

ABN TV gathered that this is the 4th edition of Senator T. A Orji's annual university scholarship grant in Abia Central Senatorial District.

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1. Name: Peter Ngozi Uloaku. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
2. Name: Azuonye Sunday. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
3. Name: Nwaokocha Faith Chinasaram. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
4. Name: Mike Justice Chibuzor Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
5. Name: Uzuegbu Ezenwa Princewill Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
6. Name: Uzoma Chisom Perpetual. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
7. Name: Ogwuegbu Esther Uche Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
8. Name: Enyinnaya Joshua Ugwueje. Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
9. Name: Chibuzo Chidinma Goodness Institution: University of Calabar, Calabar Cross River State
10. Name: Azu Success Chinomso Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
11. Name: Ezekiel Bright Onyebuchi Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
12. Name: Daniel Nzubechi Esther Institution: Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic Unwana, Ebonyi State
13. Name: Anosike Emmanuel Chigozie. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
14. Name: Offor Victoria Chibuzo Institution: Abia State College of Health Sciences and Management Technology, Aba
15. Name: Jonah Esther Uzoma Institution: Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State
16. Name: Blessing Amarachi Chimezie Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
17. Name: Udochukwu Uwaegbu Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
18. Name: Chinedum Samuel Institution: Caritas University, Amorji - Nike, Enugu State
19. Name: Emmanuel Udochukwu Anthony Institution: University of Nigeria Nsukka, Enugu State
20. Name: Oluomachi Precious Nguzo Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
21. Name: Enyinnaya Favour Ezinne Institution: Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Imo State
22. Name: Uzoaru Chinemerem B. Institution: Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
23. Name: Awa Favour Rita Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
24. Name: Nwachukwu Gift Nzubechi. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
25. Name: Joy Amarachi Nkpadobi. Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
26. Name: Onyekwere Samuel Ifeanyi. Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
27. Name: Ndidi Ikpeama. Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
28. Name: Chikere Regina Ukah. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
29. Name: Glory N Orji. Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
30. Name: Abraham David Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
31. Name: Nwogu Akudo. Institution Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Enugu State
32. Name: Amaka Ikeadige Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
33. Name: Madumere Marvellous Ada. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
34. Name: Emenike Iheukwumere Chinedu C. Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
35. Name: Ezebuiro Chinyere Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
36. Name: Eze Amaka Favour. Institution: Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State
37. Name: Chinaza Iheukwumere Institution: University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State
38. Name: Madugba Sorochukwu. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
39. Name: Oluomachi Onuoha. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
40. Name: Laughter Ariwodo. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
41. Name: Ekoro Chioma Precious. Institution: University of Nigeria Nsukka, Enugu State
42. Name: Vivian Chinaemerem Uzoma. Institution: Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
43. Name: Ukaegbu Uchechi Philomena. Institution: Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/joy-as-sen-t-a-orji-awards-scholarship-to-100-undergraduates-see-list/

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The leadership of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State has vowed not to accord legitimacy to any government produced by the local government election that took place in the state on Friday, December 18, 2020.

According to the party, the election was marred by large-scale manipulation by the ruling PDP in the state with connivance of the electoral body, Abia State Independent Electoral Commission (ABSIEC).

Addressing newsmen in Umuahia on Saturday, chairman of the party, Chief Donatus Nwankpa while insisting that the party rejects in entirety the outcome of the Friday election said the APC is heading to court to seek redress.

While commending members of Abia state APC for what he called political sagacity and fighting spirit, Nwankpa described the chapter as the fastest growing political party in the country.

"ABSIEC exhibited not only incompetence but also exhibited a lack of preparedness. In most cases, there were not materials. In most cases, there were no result sheets, in most cases, they lacked the manpower and capacity to conduct election because there was no preparation for it" he alleged.

Citing the instance of Bende local government where the police DPO, electoral officer (EO), the PDP agent, Ibeji N. Ibeji, and APC candidate, CY Ekwunibe allegedly endorsed a document that there was no election due to lack of materials, he expressed surprise that plans are ongoing to declare result in the local government.

According to Nwankpa, same was the case in Isuikwuato, Arochukwu, and others.

While alleging that before the election took place, there was a display of electoral materials by agents of PDP in Ohafia the local government council of Prof. Mkpa Agu Mkpa, the ABSIEC chairman, the APC said the outcome of the election is not a reflection of the will of Abians.

He further alleged that Isuikwuato, Umunneochi, Umuahia North, Arochukwu, Ohafia, Ugwunagbo, and others were disenfranchised by ABSIEC, saying it can't accept the outcome of the election.

Nwankpa while calling on members of APC to remain calm as the party heads to court demanded a refund of money paid by members of the party to ABSIEC, saying it was not judiciously utilized.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/abia-lg-poll-we-wont-recognize-any-govt-produced-by-dec-18-election-apc-bows/

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A Punch reporter in Abia State, Ogbonnaya Ikokwu was on Friday attacked by the councillorship candidate of People's Democratic Party at Amaekpu Item, Bende LGA Mr. Iheanacho Udensi.

The journalist was in the area to monitor the local government election which took place on Friday.

ABN TV gathered Ikokwu, had finished an interview session with some voters who were waiting for the arrival of Electoral material and ad-hoc staff of the Abia state independent Electoral Commission at 1:15pm when Udensi approached him with a gang of over ten men.

He had demanded the identity of the reporter and why he was in the area to interview the locals.

Not satisfied, he questions why was being led around by a candidate of another political party.

The reporter told Udensi, that he was being guided around to see the process himself, adding that his interaction was only with the electorate and not with the candidate of any political party.

At that point, Udensi, ended the interaction with the Journalist and went physical and slapped the reporter.

Ikokwu, "I wasn't expecting Udensi to attack me since we spoke in our local dialect and I had told him I hailed from a neighboring Local Government.

"But he slapped me on my left cheek and made an attempt to repeat same on the right side, but I waged his hand while telling him to calm down.

"He forcefully collected the mobile phone I was using for recording to the public outcry by locals against his actions.

"I still pleaded with him to release the phone to me adding that I was ready to interview him on the outcome of the election, but he threatened to deal with me if I didn't go.

"At that point, I asked other indigenes of the community to lead me to the place of the traditional ruler to make a complaint, although he was not I was taken to president-general of the community Prince Gabriel Jonah, who promised to do justice to the matter.

"But returning to the village Udensi had been summoned by some elders of the community who condemned his actions and asked him to hand over the phone to me.

"He said he will only do that on the condition that I must delete all my recordings, but insisted that I will not do that since I interviewed electorates and not politicians, at that point, he handed over the phone to me with apologies and went away with his gang".

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/abia-lg-poll-how-pdp-candidate-attacked-punch-reporter-ikokwu/

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Super Eagles star and Villarreal wonder kid, Samuel Chukwueze has donated equipment worth millions of Naira to Super Star Football Academy in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, ABN TV reports.

Speaking with ABN TV, the President of the football academy, Mr. Victor Apugo expressed gratitude for the gesture, describing the equipment as high grade.

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While stating that the academy, its officials, and students are happy to receive the materials, he expressed optimism that the next year will bring more good fortunes.

Mr. Apugo while describing Chukwueze as a motivator added that he has once again demonstrated his willingness to give back to society by making available the materials.

He expressed satisfaction with Chukwueze's performance in his club, saying more rain of goal will be recorded.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/chukwueze-donates-multi-million-naira-equipment-to-football-academy-video-photos/

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An undisclosed number of passengers on Wednesday lost their lives in a ghastly accident on their way back from a traditional wedding in Abia.

The auto crash happened around Osisioma Ngwa before Umekai junction, at about 8:30 pm, a survivor Ijeoma Umoabia narrated to ABN TV.

They were returning to Umuahia from Obehi area where the traditional marriage took place.

Two buses involved in the crash, a Coaster bus and a minibus were said to be conveying about 38 passengers when the incident happened.

ABN TV gathered that all the passengers in the minibus died while 1 died from the Coaster bus, 2 in a coma, and about 25 critically injured.

A lady was said to have had her head cut off from her body.

Though the survivor could not narrate the cause of the accident, she said the only thing she could remember was that people in the vehicle were shouting Jesus while the vehicles somersaulted several times.

She also recounted how soldiers in the area came to their rescue.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/many-guests-feared-dead-while-retaining-from-traditional-wedding-in-abia-survivor-narrates-graphic-photos/

Abia State governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has declared Friday, 18th December 2020, a public holiday.

This is due to the local government election scheduled to take place on the said date.

In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Information, Chief John Okiyi Kalu made available to ABN TV, the governor also announced the restriction of movement of persons and goods from midnight of Thursday, 17th December 2020, exempting ABSIEC staff and others on essential duty.

"Furthermore, movement of persons and goods shall be restricted within the state from midnight of Thursday, 17th December 2020 with an only staff of Abia State Independent Electoral Commission (ABSIEC), security agents, media practitioners and others on essential duties exempted.

"We wish to call on citizens and visitors alike to ensure the maintenance of peace, law, and order before, during, and after the election" the statement partly read.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/abia-lg-poll-ikpeazu-declares-friday-public-holiday/

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An Anambra-based pastor, Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje is set to hold a Christmas carnival which will feature anointing service and suya night.

The event scheduled to take place on Friday, December 18, 2020, will hold at Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention Deliverance Ministry Fegge, Onitsha, Anambra State.

The commencement time is 8pm.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/odumeje-holds-suya-night-see-details/

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A new Vice Chancellor for Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU) has been unveiled, ABN TV reports.

His name is Prof. Maduebibisi Iwe.

ABN TV reports that he was on Wednesday unveiled as the 6th Vice-Chancellor of the University.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/breaking-michael-okpara-university-gets-new-vc/

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Association of Professional Photographers Abia State (APPAS) has awarded the Director ABN TV, Mr. Ifeanyi Okali the ONLINE MEDIA EXPERT of the Year 2020 in recognition of his role in promoting ethical online journalism.

Receiving the award on Tuesday in Umuahia, Mr. Okali tasked the professional photographer to protect their image by ensuring they deliver in the job assigned to them.

He expressed dissatisfaction that some photographers receive contracts they are not sufficiently prepared to deliver in but rather seek to execute by proxy as a result of tight engagement, inadequate working tools, and manpower.

According to Okali, the third party who may not necessarily be a professional sometimes does not deliver in a timely and acceptable manner which tends to rub off on the rest of photographers.

While urging them to accept the number of jobs they have capacity to deliver at a particular time, the ABN TV boss assured them that the platform will continue to give the association the needed support through publicity.

He expressed gratitude to the association for finding him worthy of the honour, assuring that ABN TV will continue to uphold professionalism in the business of information dissemination.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/appas-honours-abn-tv-boss-as-he-charges-photographers-on-professionalism-photos/

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Following the suspension of Dr ACB Agbazuere as Chief of Staff to Abia governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, a group Abia Youth Forum has appealed to the governor to exercise leniency and recall the Chief of Staff.

This is one of the many bodies that have in recent days urged the governor to forgive Agbazuere of his wrongdoings and recall him to office.

ABN TV reports that the group led by the President, Mr. Obiukwun Chibuzo had besieged the Government House Umuahia on Monday, appealing to the governor to show mercy.

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While underlining that to err is human but forgiving is divine, Mr. Chibuzo urged the governor to exercise his fatherly role and recall the embattled Agbazuere.

He assured that the Chief of Staff has learned his lesson, appealing for a second chance for him.

Vice President of the group, Mr. Donatus Enyinnaya Orji in his comment said the suspended Chief of Staff has been hardworking since appointment.

According to Mr. Orji, the visit is for solidarity with Agbazuere him he described as "our man" as well as opportunity to plead for the governor's leniency.

The governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu had on December 6, 2020, suspended the Chief of Staff from office.

Though no reason was given for the action, it may not be unconnected with a viral video in which Agbazuere was seen spraying money on a popular clergy, Odumeje at Government House Umuahia.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/acb-agbazuere-please-show-mercy-again-group-begs-ikpeazu-video/

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Founder and president of LoveWorld Incorporated, also known as Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome on Sunday told the Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu that God saved him from the mouth of lions, adding that God will continue to guide him.

The popular cleric made the statement in Lagos during the Thanksgiving service of Christ Embassy which Senator Kalu also attended.

He recalled that many former governors had gone to prison but never came out, stating that God has turned everything around for Senator  Kalu.

Speaking after Kalu's testimony,  he said, "How many former governors went into prison and came out. How many? And the way God turned his case around was extraordinary, very extraordinary. A situation human being will take as imposible, but God turned it around.

"Look at the details of the case, it was later that what sent him out of prison was not even his own suit. Do u understand?  He was made the subject of the case and when the judgement was given for that suit, the whole case was sent away, everything was dissolved. God saved you from the mouth of a lioness and may he continue to protect you in Jesus' name"  the pastor said.

Earlier, the Senate Chief Whip had thanked God for using Pastor Chris Oyakhilome as an instrument to speak to him. He revealed that Oyakhilome gave him a prophecy about his incarceration in October 2019, 

According to him, "Pastor told me I will be sent to Prison and released after six months . He also told me that no amount of intervention from anyone including world leaders would prevent me from going to the prison ".

Testifying from the pulpit,   the former governor said, "In October 2019, I was traveling to Abuja and Pastor asked me to drop by for a dinner. We have been friends for more than 28 years and we are very close.  When I was about to leave, we prayed together and he told me what I didn't know how to digest. He said I should prepare myself because I was going to be in prison for six months. He told me it is something I cannot stop and no amount of intervention from world leaders can stop it. 

"He said the expected day of the High Court judgement will be postponed and it all happened as he said. He told me I should come closer to God because what He has in stock for me after the prison experience is great. He made me understand it's a phase God really wants me to pass through. Today I am very grateful for that experience. Then,  I wished the cup could pass by but today I am glad and extremely happy very to God for everything.

"That was not the first time Pastor has given me Prophesies and I have always disagreed with him because I don't believe in prophecies. In 2011, he told me I should not contest for Senate election because my mandate would be stolen and won't be recovered.  I disobeyed him and it went as he said. In 2014, he also told me Muhammadu Buhari would win the 2015 election and it happened. There are several cases he gave me prophesies and even though I disagreed with him, it all came to pass. So I am here to thank God and to thank Pastor for being the instrument God uses to speak to me.

"If you can remember I wore black for the Court's judgment that fateful day and I was not worried because I was prepared both in body and in spirit. God's will always prevail and I give all the Glory to Him" He also said.

Recall that Senator Kalu who was sentenced to 12 years imprisonment in December 2019 on corruption charges was released from Kuje Correctional Centre, Abuja in June 2020 after the Federal High Court in Lagos presided by Justice Muhammed Liman ordered his release, in line with the Supreme Court judgment nullifying his trial and conviction.

The Supreme Court had, in May, ruled that the trial and judgment delivered by Justice Mohammed Idris against Kalu and two others were null and void since the trial judge had no jurisdiction, having been elevated to the Court of Appeal.

Source: https://abntv.com.ng/2020/12/god-saved-you-from-mouth-of-lions-pastor-chris-oyakhilome-tells-sen-kalu/

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