...........as the hired crowd grumbled about the paltry sum of two thousand naira they received to fill the venue  In a striking display of political maneuvering, some Internally Displaced Politicians (IDPs) in Abia State hosted Governor Dr. Alex Otti at Enyimba Stadium in Aba.  However, the event was marked by a notable absence of public enthusiasm, as the stadium remained half-empty, raising questions about the current political climate in the region. The gathering was organized under the guise of being representatives of the old Bende stakeholders, a group that traditionally holds significant influence in the political landscape of Abia State.  However, the choice of venue—Aba instead of Bende—has sparked speculation and concern among political observers.  The decision to host the governor in a location outside of Bende could suggest a disconnect between the governor and the traditional power brokers of the area. The sparse attendance at the event is t...

............ as the hopes of Bendelites materializes into tangible reality  In a remarkable turn of events, the people of Bende are on the cusp of a transformative change. For years, this vibrant community has endured the challenges of living in darkness, deprived of a basic necessity that many take for granted: electricity. However, hope has arrived in the form of a solar farm spearheaded by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu. This initiative promises to illuminate Bende, bringing with it not just light, but a renewed sense of hope and progress. For too long, the residents of Bende have prayed for change, voiced their concerns to the government, and held onto the hope that one day, their plight would be addressed. Now, that hope is materializing into a tangible reality. The solar farm is not a mere rumor or a political ploy; it is a genuine project that stands to change lives for generations to come. E...