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NWAKAIBIE, ODAA OPUO AND DR. NESTOR EZEME DRAW PUBLIC ATTENTION DURING ENUGU CITY MOVEMENT
Elections

NWAKAIBIE, ODAA OPUO AND DR. NESTOR EZEME DRAW PUBLIC ATTENTION DURING ENUGU CITY MOVEMENT

Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji (Nwakaibie), alongside Chief Nweke Chizoba (Odaa Opuo) and Dr. Nestor Ezeme, attracted enthusiastic attention as they passed through Enugu’s popular Holy Ghost area. The gathering highlighted supporters’ enthusiasm for the PDP and renewed cal9ls for tax relief, people-oriented governance, and meaningful development ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Site manager·Oct 12, 2026
ENUGU 2027: NWAKAIBIE, OCHO AND OHAA URGED TO CHAMPION PEACE AND REJECT POLITICAL THUGGERY
Elections

ENUGU 2027: NWAKAIBIE, OCHO AND OHAA URGED TO CHAMPION PEACE AND REJECT POLITICAL THUGGERY

Three Enugu State governorship contenders—Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji of the PDP, Obodoeze Chukwuma Ocho of the ADC, and Hon. Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa of the NDC—have reportedly united against political thuggery, although the development remains independently unverified. The article calls on political candidates, supporters and security agencies to promote peaceful campaigns, reject intimidation and ensure that the 2027 electoral contest is determined by ideas, accountability and the free will of voters.

Site manager·Oct 12, 2026
Odaa Opuo Intervenes as Rainstorm Victims in Abakpa Nike Receive Support, Building Renovation Begins
Interviews

Odaa Opuo Intervenes as Rainstorm Victims in Abakpa Nike Receive Support, Building Renovation Begins

Victims of a recent rainstorm at No. 2 Tamgbo Street, Ugbo Ezeji, Abakpa Nike, Enugu East LGA, have received assistance from PDP Enugu East Senatorial District candidate Chief Nweke Kingsley Chizoba, popularly known as Odaa Opuo. Following his visit to the affected families, renovation work on the damaged building has commenced to support the families’ return to their homes. The intervention was welcomed by the beneficiaries, who expressed appreciation and offered prayers for Chief Nweke’s support during the difficult period.

Site manager·Oct 08, 2026
Odaa Opuo’s Ikem Nkwo Visit Highlights Road Challenges, Community Aspirations and Inclusive Leadership
Elections

Odaa Opuo’s Ikem Nkwo Visit Highlights Road Challenges, Community Aspirations and Inclusive Leadership

Chief (Dr.) Nweke Kingsley Chizoba, popularly known as Odaa Opuo 1 Na-Ala Igbo, visited Ikem Nkwo in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State, where he joined the community in celebrating its rich cultural heritage while engaging with residents on their development concerns. The visit highlighted the community's longstanding infrastructural challenges, particularly its road conditions, and underscored the importance of grassroots engagement, inclusive representation and equitable development. Received by traditional leaders and community members, Odaa Opuo reaffirmed his commitment to listening to the people and promoting initiatives focused on empowerment, education and community development ahead of the 2027 senatorial election.

Site manager·Oct 01, 2026
POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN ENUGU: PROTECTING DEMOCRACY, PEACE AND THE RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE
Elections

POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN ENUGU: PROTECTING DEMOCRACY, PEACE AND THE RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE

The reported attack at a ward political meeting in Ndiuno-Obuoffia, Nkanu West, has renewed concerns about the safety of grassroots political participation in Enugu State. Following the incident, PDP governorship candidate Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji visited some of the injured victims in hospital, expressed solidarity with them and condemned political violence in all its forms. The incident underscores the urgent need for restraint, thorough investigation and accountability, while reaffirming a fundamental democratic principle.

Site manager·Sep 19, 2026
From Federal Experience to Enugu Opportunity: What Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji’s Record Could Mean for the State
Governance

From Federal Experience to Enugu Opportunity: What Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji’s Record Could Mean for the State

Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji’s tenure in the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology placed him within national conversations on science, technology, innovation, industrial development and investment. Official ministry records document initiatives involving innovation partnerships, support for inventors, raw-material development, technology-driven economic diversification and international collaboration. As Enugu looks toward 2027, the broader policy question is how experience gained at the federal level could be translated into practical opportunities at the state level.

Site manager·Sep 17, 2026
Uche Nnaji Advocates Youth Empowerment, Peaceful Politics and Rule of Law in Enugu
Governance

Uche Nnaji Advocates Youth Empowerment, Peaceful Politics and Rule of Law in Enugu

PDP governorship hopeful Uche Nnaji has reaffirmed his commitment to youth empowerment, peaceful political engagement and respect for the rule of law, stressing that Enugu youths should be given opportunities to build their future rather than being drawn into political violence and thuggery. He urged voters to reject intimidation and electoral violence, exercise their franchise peacefully, and protect the democratic process through lawful and constitutional means.

Site manager·Sep 14, 2026
Agbani Disruption: Odaa Opuo Vows to Remain Undeterred, Reaffirms Commitment to Peaceful Politics
Elections

Agbani Disruption: Odaa Opuo Vows to Remain Undeterred, Reaffirms Commitment to Peaceful Politics

Despite the reported destruction of campaign materials at his scheduled engagement in Agbani, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State, the PDP candidate for Enugu East Senatorial District, Chief (Dr.) Nweke Kingsley Chizoba, popularly known as Odaa Opuo, has vowed to remain focused on his political mission. Rather than allowing the incident to escalate, Odaa Opuo proceeded with his community engagement, meeting with traditional rulers and calling for dialogue, tolerance and peaceful democratic participation. He reiterated his commitment to people-oriented leadership, accountability and effective representation ahead of the 2027 elections.

Site manager·Sep 13, 2026