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Abia LP HoR Caucus urges Deputy Speaker to shun divisive politics
The Abia Labour Party (LP) Caucus has urged the Deputy Speaker, Rep. Benjamin Kalu to shun divisive politics especially against the Abia governor and the federal government.
The Chairman Abia Labour Party (LP) Caucus, Rep. Ginger Onwusibe said this in a statement to journalists in Abuja on Wednesday.
Onwusibe who condemned the alleged arrogance and unguarded utterances of the Deputy Speaker, advised him to watch his utterances.
“We have observed with dismay a recent unfortunate political development in our dear state, Abia, occasioned by unguarded and unhealthy utterances of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives.
“Kalu openly, boasted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would “capture Abia” in 2027, flaunting his “number six” position in the federal hierarchy as if political power were a personal trophy,” he said.
Onwusibe who described utterances as careless talk, said it is unintelligent and insensitive and unbecoming of a public officer who ought to embody humility and emotional intelligence.
He accused the Deputy Speaker of carrying on with arrogance and making provocative, sycophantic, and inflammatory statements both publicly and privately against the Abia governor.
According to Onwusibe, his conduct reveals a deliberate strategy, to incite the Federal Government and the ruling party at the centre against the Abia State Government.
He said that governor Otti has consistently shown respect for both the Age and the Exalted Office of Mr. President, maintaining a cordial and constructive relationship with him.
Onwusibe admonished the Deputy Speaker to accord due respect to the Governor, not only in recognition of his office but in Deference to his Age, and Igbo cultural values.
The Abia LP Caucus Chairman lauded Gov.Alex Otti’s giant strides in Abia having facilitated and executed numerous federal projects across Abia — including Port Harcourt Road.
He identified rehabilitation Ohafia-Arochukwu Road, Omenuko Bridge, and the 25 km Umuahia as tangible results, of leadership of hope to ordinary people.
He therefore urged Nigerians to disregard Kalu’s empty boasts and divisive rhetoric, saying his actions are driven by selfish ambition, not love for the people.
“We call on all Abians- young and old, market women and traders, professionals, party members.
“Elders and elites across party lines and political persuasions to stand united in support of the transformational work of Governor Alex Otti.”
He said: “Governor Otti enjoys a cordial relationship with Mr. President, and no amount of political scheming by Honorable Kalu can disrupt Abia’s steady progress.”
NAN
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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.
The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.
Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.
He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.
On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.
He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.
On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.
Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.
Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.
He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.
The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.
He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.
Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.
He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.
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