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Political Shake-Up in Ohafia As Hon. Ifeanyi Uchendu Leads Mass Defection from PDP to APC Ohafia Local Government Area in Abia State is witnessing significant political realignment as Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Uchendu, former Deputy Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, recently announced his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Alongside this move, … Read more
Nigerian Lecturers Launch NGO to Drive Sustainable Food Security A group of university lecturers has launched an organization to address Nigeria’s food security challenges through modern agricultural practices. The initiative, spearheaded by Dr Philips Nto, the Director of the Agribusiness Incubation Centre at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, is designed to mobilize Nigerians … Read more
Non-indigenes in River State, under the umbrella of the River State Non-Indigenous Front, have reinstated their commitment to support the government of Governor Sim Fubara. In a recent statement, Dr. Stephen Ukpai (KSJI), the President General of the group, emphasized the significant opportunities that the governor has provided for non-indigenes, highlighting the involvement of Hon. … Read more
The Ignes Ogbonna Movement (IOM) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the much-anticipated Checkers Games Competition (CGC). The competition, which brought together participants from across the Arochukwu community, highlighted the power of healthy competition and community engagement. The event, filled with excitement and strategic gameplay, saw some of the best players emerge as … Read more
The much-anticipated final match of the Ignes Ogbonna Movement (IOM) Female Football Competition between Obinkita and Atani, originally scheduled for Sunday, September 15, 2024, has been postponed. The decision comes in light of the upcoming Ikeji Festival, a significant cultural event for the Arochukwu Kingdom. In an official statement made available to Aro Okeigbo Blog, … Read more
Following series of petitions against some professors at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), the authorities of the institution have been given an ultimatum to avail the public, the academic records of the affected teachers. Specifically, they have been requested to submit the files, for public scrutiny, of the current Chairman of Academic Staff … Read more
Atani Set to Face Obinkita in the Finals After a 1-0 Victory Over Ibom in Semi-Finals As the Ignes Ogbonna Female Football Competition nears its grand finale, the stage is set for a thrilling conclusion with Atani ready to face Obinkita in the finals on Sunday, September 15, 2024. This follows Atani’s hard-fought 1-0 victory … Read more
The 2024 Ikeji Festival calendar, officially approved by His Majesty, Eze Mazi Godwin Kanu Idei, IX Eze Aro of Arochukwu Kingdom, outlines the key events and rituals that will take place from September 9th to October 1st. This sacred festival, deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Arochukwu people, spans 17 days … Read more
Communities like $mogi_cet, $snek, and $FREN_ADA have garnered significant attention and growth, making them prime candidates for becoming decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). What makes these communities particularly interesting? 1. They have a coin. 2. They have NFTs. 3. They have an active and engaged community. These three elements provide a solid foundation for transitioning into a … Read more
The people of Arochukwu/Ohafia federal constituency in Abia State have concluded plans for the recall of their representative in the House of Representatives, Hon Ibe Osonwa Okwara over an alleged non performance. They are angry that the only visible achievement of Osobwa in the last one year of his representation is the distribution of cassava … Read more