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By The Revd Uruakpa Onyemaechi Charles | Living Spring Media Correspondent Umuahia, Abia State – Abia State is set to witness a defining moment on Friday, 3rd October 2025 , as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR , arrives in the commercial city of Aba to commission a number of strategic road projects completed under the transformational leadership of Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR . This historic visit is more than an infrastructure celebration—it is a testament to the renewed partnership between the Federal Government and Abia State, symbolizing growth, progress, and a shared vision for sustainable development. Roads to Be Commissioned Port Harcourt Road (dual carriageway of 3 lanes each with modern drainage) Ohanku Road Ndoki Road Ajiwe Street Umuatako Road Chief Nkoro Street and Spurs, Abayi, Aba Gabriel Nwosu Street Each of these roads has been fully equipped with solar-powered floodlights , establishing a ne...

By The Revd Uruakpa Onyemaechi Charles | Living Spring Media Correspondent Umuahia, Abia State – The Archbishop of the Methodist Church Nigeria, Archdiocese of Umuahia, His Grace, The Most Revd Dr. Chibuzo Raphael Opoko, TFSG, DOB, JP , has sent a heartfelt felicitation to Nigeria on the occasion of her 65th Independence Anniversary , urging the nation to embrace peace, justice, and true progress. In his goodwill message, Archbishop Opoko reflected on Nigeria’s journey since independence, acknowledging the resilience of her people while highlighting urgent areas that require national attention. He called for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu , describing it as a necessary step toward healing wounds, ending prolonged agitations, and ensuring freedom from colonial-style oppression. “True independence must reflect freedom, fairness, and unity,” he noted. The Archbishop prayed for Nigeria to overcome her current economic woes and rise into a new era of economic prosperity , where citiz...

By The Revd Uruakpa Onyemaechi Charles | Methodist Blog Enugu, Nigeria — September 15, 2025 A powerful collective voice has risen from the South East of Nigeria. Representatives of Igbo Archbishops and Bishops, under the platform “Fathers of Faith in Alaigbo for Peace and Justice,” have issued an open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR , passionately urging him to release the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu . The open letter, dated 15th September 2025 , was addressed directly to the President and signed by five prominent church leaders: Most Rev. Dr. David O.C. Onuoha (Anglican Archbishop of Owerri, Chairman) Most Rev. Dr. Valerian Okeke (Catholic Archbishop of Onitsha) Most Rev. (Dr.) Chibuzo Raphael Opoko, TFSG, DOB, DSW, JP (Methodist Archbishop of Umuahia, Secretary General) Most Rev. Prof. Ezichi Anya Ituma (Moderator, Enugu Synod of the Presbyterian Church) Archbishop Goddy Okafor (Chairman Emeritus, CAN South East Z...

By   The   Rev. Uruakpa, Onyemaechi Charles Faith and Policy Correspondent, Methodist Blog Nigeria Published: September 15, 2025 | Enugu, Nigeria Enugu, Nigeria — A Historic Plea for Peace In a solemn yet historic moment for the Nigerian Church and nation, leading Archbishops and Bishops of the South East—under the banner of the Fathers of Faith —have made a united, passionate appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR , for the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu . The open letter, dated September 15, 2025 , was issued from the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Enugu , and signed by representatives of the Anglican, Methodist, Catholic, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal communities in Igboland. Their message is clear: this is a moment for mercy, unity, and statesmanship . The Heart of the Appeal The Fathers of Faith acknowledged the sensitivity of Kanu’s case, which remains before the courts and adjourned to October 10, 2025 , bu...

By The Rev. Uruakpa Onyemaechi Charles Methodist Minister & Faith Correspondent, Nigerian Christian News Network Published: September 12, 2025 | 03:01 AM WAT In the stillness of a Utah evening, a single gunshot pierced the air and ended a voice that had thundered across nations for Christ, truth, and liberty. Charlie Kirk , the young Christian leader and founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated on September 10, 2025 , at only 31 years old. His sudden death sent shockwaves from Utah to Uyo, Arizona to Abuja, Lagos to London , leaving behind a global conversation about faith, courage, and Christian witness in a hostile age. For the Methodist Church Nigeria , with its 2 million members steeped in Wesleyan holiness and social action, Kirk’s life and martyrdom ring with prophetic relevance. His boldness, his unapologetic faith, and his ultimate sacrifice echo John Wesley’s mandate to “spread scriptural holiness across the land.” As we grieve, we must ask: Who was Charlie Kirk...

Celebrating 34 Years of Abia State. Bu Uruakpa, Onyemaechi Charles  Umuahia, Abia State — August 29, 2025 As Abia State marks its 34th anniversary , the Archbishop of Umuahia Archdiocese, His Grace, Most Rev. Dr. Chibuzo Raphael Opoko, TFSG, DOB, JP , has issued a heartfelt congratulatory message to the Governor, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR , praising his transformational leadership and developmental milestones since assuming office. A Heartfelt Message from the Archbishop In a letter released to the Methodist media and shared with the public, Archbishop Opoko extolled the Governor’s commitment to good governance, transparency, and the people’s welfare. “On behalf of the clergy, laity, and the entire Methodist family within the Archdiocese of Umuahia, I heartily congratulate Your Excellency and the good people of Abia State on this 34th anniversary of our dear state. Indeed, the story of Abia is incomplete without acknowledging God’s mercies, and at this junctu...

Umuimenyi, Bende, Abia State – The air of Umuimenyi carried both history and hope today as His Eminence, Dr. Oliver Ali Aba, JP, Prelate of the Methodist Church Nigeria , led a distinguished delegation on an official visit to the proposed site of a new Methodist University near the historic Methodist Colony, Umuimenyi, Abia State. Accompanying the Prelate were top-ranking leaders of the church, including Rt. Rev. Dr. Babatunde Taiwo, TFG Secretary of Conference; Sir (Ide) Ifeanyichukwu Okechukwu, Conference Lay President; His Grace, Most Rev. Dr. Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha, President of Vision Africa; and bishops from the Archdiocese of Umuahia. Also present was Prof. Udo Nwokocha , Chairman of the Committee for the Establishment of Methodist University, Umuimenyi, and immediate past University Librarian of Abia State University, Uturu. Representing the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti , was the Honourable Commissioner for Tertiary Education, accompanied by the Special ...