Obi Sues Kenneth Okonkwo 5bn+Okpebholo: No Vacancy In Aso, Blames Kidnappings On Opposition|Ojy Okpe

The Managing Director of the South-East Development Commission, Mark Okoye, has been grilled by the Senate over alleged mismanagement of ₦16.6 billion in the 2025 budget, with lawmakers demanding full documentation after he claimed that about ₦12 billion remains in the commission’s account. Nigerians are also reacting to claims by Power Minister Joseph Tegbe that electricity supply has improved in the last four weeks, with many expressing scepticism, saying there is no visible improvement in power delivery. In contrast, Abia State Governor Alex Otti says parts of the state, including Aba, are now enjoying 24-hour electricity through the Geometric Power project, with expansion planned for other areas. Vice President Kashim Shettima has sparked debate after saying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has “taken the bullet” for tough economic reforms, a comment that has drawn mixed reactions amid ongoing hardship. In Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo is facing criticism after alleging that opposition forces are sponsoring insecurity to destabilise the country. In Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has condemned rising political violence and called for federal intervention after suspected thugs allegedly attacked communities in Ile-Ife, Ede, and Osogbo. Peter Obi has filed a ₦5 billion defamation suit against Kenneth Okonkwo over bribery allegations and internal party claims, escalating tensions ahead of 2027. In Oyo State, a viral video showing residents chanting political slogans while holding bags of semovita has sparked debate over poverty and political influence. In the business and energy space, Tony Elumelu continues to draw attention following major investments in Seplat Energy, while Seplat has named Engr. Effiong Okon as its new CEO. And finally, LeBron James has further cemented his legacy as one of basketball’s greatest players, with record-breaking achievements across championships and NBA history alongside his son Bronny James. Watch, like, share and subscribe for more breaking stories and global headlines. OjyOkpeMorningShow WhatsTrendingWithOjyOkpe OjyOkpe NigeriaNews BreakingNews TrendingNow Politics NigeriaPolitics Tinubu APC Senate PowerSector Electricity Insecurity SouthEast AbiaState OsunState EdoState PeterObi Shettima AlexOtti TonyElumelu LeBronJames WorldNews NigeriaUpdates CurrentAffairs Subscribe to our Channel for high profile interviews. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ARISEtv | and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arisenewsofficial | and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AriseTVNews | Check out our website www.arise.tv