Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate, has congratulated the newly elected leaders of Ohanaeze Ndigbo.

In a heartfelt message posted on his X handle, Obi extended his congratulations to Senator John Azuta-Mbata, who was elected as President General; Prince Okey Nwadinobi, the Deputy President General; Emeka Sibeudu, the Secretary General; and the other newly elected executive members.

Obi emphasized the significance of their emergence as leaders of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, an organization that serves as the umbrella body uniting the Igbo people across Nigeria and beyond.

He noted that their election reflects the trust and confidence the Igbo community has in their leadership abilities, as well as their commitment to advancing the development of the Igbo region and the country as a whole.

He further expressed hope that the new leadership will use their positions to promote peace, unity, and progress not only within the Igbo community but across the nation.

Obi also prayed for the newly elected officials, wishing them wisdom and strength as they take on the responsibility of serving their people.

As he concluded his message, Obi reaffirmed his belief in a brighter future for Nigeria, stating, “A New Nigeria Remains Possible,” encouraging the leaders to stay focused on driving change and development in their new roles.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed confidence in taking over the leadership of Abia State in the 2027 elections, pledging to deliver greater democratic benefits to the people of the state.

Speaking at Abiriba Stadium in Ohafia Local Government Area, Abia APC Chairman Kingsley Ononogbu welcomed former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart Kelvin Jombo Onumah and his supporters into the party.

Ononogbu credited the APC’s growing popularity in the state to the contributions of prominent party figures like Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, and Minister of State for Labour and Employment Nkeiruka Onyejeocha.

“We are now more united and prepared than ever. If we take over Abia State in 2027, you will witness more visible and impactful actions,” Ononogbu said.

Kelvin Jombo, now an APC member, said his move was motivated by a desire to attract meaningful development to his constituents in Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency and Abia North as a whole.

He pledged to contribute significantly to the APC’s growth in Abia State.

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, speaking at the event, urged Nigerians to remain patient with President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing economic reforms.

Kalu assured citizens that the current challenges of hardship and hunger were temporary and that the government’s policies would eventually lead to economic recovery and stability.

Meanwhile, the Abia PDP Chairman, Abraham Amah, responded to the APC’s claims, asserting that his party remained strong and would make a significant comeback.

In a statement, Amah said, “We will bounce back to the amazement of naysayers and detractors”.

Abdullahi Baffa Bichi, the former Secretary to the Kano State government, has threatened to expose explosive details about Governor Abba Yusuf and his political mentor, Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Bichi claims to possess compromising documents, voice recordings, and videos that he plans to release “when the time is right.”

This statement came after Bichi’s dismissal in December 2024, along with five other commissioners, by Governor Yusuf.

Speaking to his supporters on Thursday, shortly after returning from Saudi Arabia, Bichi revealed his intentions to reveal the actions of those he once worked with.

“I’m at peace with the end of my tenure, but the time will come when we’ll expose the truth,” he said.

“People will see what kind of individuals they are.

They are untrustworthy, full of deception, and only know betrayal and treachery. These are not people you can trust.”