8 h. ago World leaders, Kalu, Obi, others congratulate Pope Leo XIV, seek global peace

By Philip Nwosu, Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja, Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo and Emmanuel Uzor, Awka   President Bola Tinubu, former governor of Abia State and senator representing Abia North, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas and Mr. Peter Obi  have joined other world leaders to celebrate the emergence of Pope Leo XIV. President Tinubu […] The post World leaders, Kalu, Obi, others congratulate Pope Leo XIV, seek global peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, has extended his warm congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, on his election as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church. In a statement released on Wednesday, Senator Kalu described the emergence […] The post Senator Orji Kalu congratulates Pope Leo XIV, seeks global peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Anyaoku, Emeka Offor, Ohanaeze Beg For Tinubu To Support Soludo’s Re

Former secretary-general of Commonwealth of Nations, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to support the re-election of the Anambra State governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, in the upcoming November 8, 2025 governorship election. The 92-year-old distinguished diplomat and elder statesman made the request on Thursday when President Tinubu visited the state during which […]

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4 d. ago Kalu praised for Amankalu–Abiriba road project in Abia North

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Constituents in Amankalu, Abiriba, and nearby towns have praised Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for initiating an additional stretch of the Amankalu–Abiriba Junction (Ogidiala) Road project. The strategic road is seen as vital for grassroots development in Abia North Senatorial District. Chief J. C. Ukoha, speaking for the community via Igbere Voice […] The post Kalu praised for Amankalu–Abiriba road project in Abia North appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Abia pensioners praise Kalu for transformational projects, grassroots impact

By Kenneth Udeh Retired civil servants and pensioners in Abia State have commended Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for his enduring commitment to public service and grassroots development. Lauding his leadership as “a natural trait embedded in his DNA,” the group expressed their admiration during a recent inspection tour of constituency projects facilitated by the former […] The post Abia pensioners praise Kalu for transformational projects, grassroots impact appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2023 Election: Tinubu Unhappy With 4% Vote In Abia – Orji Kalu

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has urged the South East to make strategic political choices ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning against continued isolation from the national mainstream. The former Abia State governor emphasised the need for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the region to maximize political opportunities. In a statement on […] The post 2023 Election: Tinubu Unhappy With 4% Vote In Abia – Orji Kalu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kalu Promises New Era Of Growth, Dev’t In Abia North Senatorial Zone

The President of ECK Foundation Worldwide, Chief Dr Emeka Kalu, has said that he was poised to make a lasting impact in Abia North Senatorial Zone of Abia State, pledging that his leadership promises a new era of growth, development, and prosperity for the people of the zone. Addressing a gathering of enthusiastic youths, Dr. […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu, Buhari, Kefas, Ododo, Kalu, CAN, others, mourn Pope Francis

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Fred Ezeh, Abuja and Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo   President Bola Tinubu; former President Muhammadu Buhari; the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in 2023, Mr. Peter Obi; Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas; his Kogi State counterpart, Ahmed  Ododo; Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have all joined Catholic faithful across […] The post Tinubu, Buhari, Kefas, Ododo, Kalu, CAN, others, mourn Pope Francis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago You’ve redefined quality leadership – Ignes celebrates Sen Orji Kalu at 65

A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Ignes, has congratulated the Lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, on the occasion of his 65th birthday, describing the former Abia Governor’s leadership strides as impactful, valuable and indelible. Chronicling Kalu’s business, political and philanthropic […] The post You’ve redefined quality leadership – Ignes celebrates Sen Orji Kalu at 65 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu hails Orji Uzor Kalu’s patriotism on his 65th birthday

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on his 65th birthday, hailing the former Abia State governor’s unwavering patriotism and transformative impact on Nigeria’s political and economic landscape. In a statement marking the milestone, issued by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President […] The post Tinubu hails Orji Uzor Kalu’s patriotism on his 65th birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Insecurity: Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Worried by the escalating insecurity across the country, Abia North lawmaker, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has challenged the Federal Government to take urgent steps to end the scourge. As a way out of the dire situation, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on South-East Development Commission, called for investment of more […] The post Insecurity: Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Insecurity: Sen Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised

Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Worried by the spate of escalating insecurity in the country, Abia North Lawmaker, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has called for urgent steps by the Government to end the ugly scourge. In light of the prevailing situation, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on South-East Development Commission advocated for the investment of additional […] The post Insecurity: Sen Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Abia 2027: Party bigwigs attend Sen Kalu’s unity meeting, reaffirm APC’s readiness for elections

Kenneth Udeh, Abuja   The Aso Villa home of Abia-North Senator, Orji Uzor Kalu on Thursday evening played host to Top stakeholders of the ruling All Progressives Congress ( APC ) in the state on the behest of the Party’s National Welfare Officer of the party, Hon. Donatus Nwankpa, in collaboration with the state leadership. […] The post Abia 2027: Party bigwigs attend Sen Kalu’s unity meeting, reaffirm APC’s readiness for elections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Senate S’East caucus, Kalu, Uzodimma mourn former Diamond Bank chairman, Dozie

•Ex-Abia gov describes him as statesman From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The South East caucus in the Senate has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the  former chairman of Diamond Bank and a prominent figure in Nigeria’s financial sector, Dr. Pascal Dozie. In a statement by the chairman of the caucus, yesterday, Sen Enyinnaya Abaribe, […] The post Senate S’East caucus, Kalu, Uzodimma mourn former Diamond Bank chairman, Dozie appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Pascal Dozie was an illustrious Nigerian, pathfinder, S’East senators mourn

The South East Senate Caucus on Wednesday expressed shock and sorrow over the death of former Chairman of Diamond Bank, Dr Pascal Dozie. This was disclosed in a condolence message issued in Abuja by the Caucus Chairman, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe. Dozie, the founder of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc and a former chairman of MTN Read More

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4 w. ago Senate Southeast Caucus mourns former Diamond Bank Chairman Pascal Dozie

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Southeast Caucus in the Senate has shared its deep sadness over Dr Pascal Dozie’s death, former Diamond Bank Chairman and a key figure in Nigeria’s financial world. In a statement released on Wednesday in Abuja, signed by caucus chairman Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, the lawmakers hailed Dozie as a banking expert […] The post Senate Southeast Caucus mourns former Diamond Bank Chairman Pascal Dozie appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Dozie: We have lost one of our finest ambassadors – Ihedioha 

…described him an ” Iroko from the East”   From George Onyejiuwa,  Owerri Ex-Governor of Imo State, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, CON, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of renowned entrepreneur and elder statesman, Mr. Pascal Gabriel Dozie, CON, describing him as “an Iroko from the East” whose passing has left a significant void […] The post Dozie: We have lost one of our finest ambassadors – Ihedioha  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Senator Kalu mourns Pascal Dozie, describes him as a distinguished statesman

Former Governor of Abia State and Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has paid tribute to late Pascal Dozie, describing him as a patriotic Nigerian and a distinguished statesman who contributed immensely to national development. The founder of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc and former chairman of MTN Nigeria, Pascal Gabriel Dozie, passed […] The post Senator Kalu mourns Pascal Dozie, describes him as a distinguished statesman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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