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Abia Labour Party Chairman Asserts Readiness for 2027 Sweep
Abia State Labour Party Chairman Peter Azubuike claims the party is stronger than ever for the 2027 polls due to Governor Alex Otti's performance, while dismissing the Julius Abure faction as irrelevant.
Abia State Authorities Initiate Search for Kidnapped Pupils
The Abia State government is working with regional security forces to locate two pupils abducted by a tricycle operator, while also providing relief to victims of a recent oil pipeline explosion in Owaza.
Umuoparaozara community in Abia launches security unit to tackle local crime
To combat rising crime, the Umuoparaozara community in Abia has launched a local security unit and begun intensive forest patrols to flush out criminal hideouts.
Abia State Government Requests Public Cooperation as Motorcycle Ban Enforcement Begins
Abia State has begun enforcing a commercial motorcycle ban in key cities, urging residents to comply while reducing associated fines and implementing a mandatory registration system.
Abia Police Investigate Abduction of Two Schoolchildren by Tricycle Driver
Abia State police are investigating the disappearance of two students who were kidnapped by a tricycle operator who deceived their classmates into leaving the vehicle to buy fuel.
Abia State launches oversight body to bolster anti-corruption efforts
Abia State has established a specialized Monitoring and Evaluation Committee, supported by the EU-funded RoLAC program, to enforce transparency and combat corruption across its public sector agencies.
FENRAD calls for impartial probe following Abia oil pipeline blast
An environmental advocacy group, FENRAD, is urging authorities to launch an independent investigation into the pipeline explosion in Abia State that caused widespread property and agricultural loss.
Abia State Authorities Issue Warning Against Refuse Dumping in Drainage Systems
Abia State officials have warned residents against blocking drains with waste, as the government implements stricter enforcement and sanitation oversight to prevent flooding.
Abia Council Limits Motorcycle Operating Hours to Combat Rising Crime
Ukwa West LGA in Abia State has restricted commercial motorcycle operations to daytime hours following a series of criminal incidents, including a recent murder.
Abia State clinches top spot at inaugural South-East Amateur Boxing Championship in Umuahia
Host state Abia secured the overall victory at the first South-East Amateur Boxing Championship held in Umuahia, topping the medal table with eight golds.