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In a significant development for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Nigerian youth, Hon. Kenneth Gbandi the ADC Deputy National Chairman (Diaspora Engagement) and 2023 Senatorial candidate Delta North has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Comrade Nixon Chukwuka Odimbu on his recent appointment as the National Youth Leader of the ADC. This appointment is seen as a remarkable step forward, reflecting the party’s commitment to youth empowerment and active political participation. Hon. Gbandi expressed deep appreciation for the visionary leadership of Chief Ralf Okey Nwosu and the National Working Committee (NWC) of the ADC for recognizing and elevating a natural-born…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), alongside eight other political parties, convened a significant summit in Kaduna on Thursday, May 16th. The primary objective of the gathering was to strategize for the 2027 elections and to reinforce their party structures in a bid to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the main opposition, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). IPAC Chairman & ADC National Chairman Hon. Kenneth Gbandi, in his address, reiterated the ADC’s stance on forging alliances with like-minded entities across Nigeria. He emphasized the necessity of broadening political cooperation to build a formidable opposition capable of driving meaningful…

Earlier this week, Hon. Sir Tochukwu Okere, Chairman of the House Committee on Diaspora, welcomed representatives from the German Embassy, the International Trade Center (ITC), and the International Agency for Return and Reintegration Assistance (IRARA) in Abuja. The delegation, led by Lisa Apitz, First Secretary Refugee, Migration, and Humanitarian Assistance for Nigeria and the ECOWAS region, along with delegates from IRARA and ITC, came to discuss initiatives aimed at supporting small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) through various support programs. Their mission was to brief Hon. Sir Tochukwu Okere on Germany’s efforts to assist Nigerians who voluntarily return to Nigeria but…

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In a recent address to ADC party members in Aniocha North, Hon. Gbandi, the former senatorial candidate for Delta North, urged his fellow party faithful to recognize the shifting political landscape in Delta State. With the forthcoming local government election on the horizon, he emphasized that the ruling party’s artificial dominance at the LGAs is not guaranteed as it has been in the past. Hon. Gbandi highlighted the growing demand for financial and administrative autonomy for local councils across Nigeria, a sentiment echoed by many stakeholders in the political arena. He sees this push for autonomy as a catalyst for…

Full text by national chairman of ADC, Ralphs Okey Nwosu at the World Press Conference at the ADC global campus, Abuja Protocols I welcome us to this ADC stakeholders meeting of members of NWC and BOT and strategic others. Due to the timing of the meeting, some of our members have opted to participate virtually. Notwithstanding the fact that this is the last day before the Salah eve, as committed patriots we have continued to make the sacrifices of nation building under a harsh and tyrannical political environment. The nation’s roads remain unsafe, transportation costs are unbearable, food unaffordable, security…

In a recent exchange that reverberated across Nigeria’s political landscape, Hon (Dr) Gbandi, a prominent Diaspora leader and former senatorial candidate for Delta North, issued a scathing critique of the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu. The minister’s controversial statement regarding Nigerians turning off their freezers to justify electricity price hikes amidst economic hardship sparked widespread condemnation, prompting Gbandi to draw parallels with past instances of governmental disconnect. Recalling a previous federal minister’s assertion that telephones were not for the poor, Gbandi highlighted the glaring irony of mobile phone companies thriving on the patronage of low-income Nigerians. In 2024, Minister Adelabu’s…

In a move to bolster grassroots football and unearth promising talent, the Gbandi-Ojiodu Diaspora Football Outreach has hit another stride, with three standout players from Delta State being invited to Lagos for the next phase of their football journey. The trio, hailing from Akwukwu Igbo, Onicha Olona, and Illah, were initially spotted during the U-20 Inter-Community Diaspora Street Football Tournament held in Akwukwu-Igbo, Delta State. Now, their talents have garnered attention from Lagos State FA, signaling a significant step forward in their football careers. Hon. Kenneth Gbandi, the Global Director for Gbandi-Ojiodu Diaspora Football Outreach, emphasized the project’s dedication to…

Do you know that “The Committee on Diaspora National Assembly Nigeria is mandated to encourage and monitor diaspora network and organizations, assisting NIDO and the Diaspora community in the realization of their agenda and promoting institutional change to help public servants collaborate effectively with diaspora representatives.” Do you also know that the proposed Diaspora Policy made provisions that Government shall continue to work firstly with NIDO and other relevant Diaspora associations including individuals to develop outreach strategies that will facilitate the involvement of Diaspora in national development. In addition, Diaspora Offices shall be established in all the relevant MDAs to…

It is with profound sorrow and deep respect for the legacies left behind that the Apex Association of Anioma Indigens Inc (AAAI) extends its heartfelt condolences to the esteemed royal palaces and families of Anioma, mourning the loss of: His Royal Majesty Obi Joseph Chike Edozien (Asagba of Asaba); Chief (Dr) Sylvan Olisanye Ebigwei, MON.; HRM Obi Dr. Martha Dunkwu (Omu of Okpanam, Omu of Anioma) and HRM Obi Gregory Ogwuolise Imegwu II, the Obi of Aboh, who have transitioned to join our great ancestors. AAAI extends its deepest sympathies to the grieving families and the entire Anioma community. We…