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Abia State
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Abia State Mandates Geotechnical Testing for All New Construction Projects
Abia State has introduced a mandatory requirement for soil and geotechnical testing before new building permits are issued, following multiple recent building collapses.
July 21, 2026
Federal Court Permits Lawsuit Against AGF and Abia Officials Regarding Local Government Funds
A Federal High Court has allowed a civil society group to challenge Abia State officials and the AGF over the alleged lack of transparency in local government fund utilization.
July 19, 2026
Abia Ruler Urges Government Intervention After Three Decades of Road Neglect
A traditional ruler in Abia State is calling on Governor Alex Otti to repair community roads that have been neglected for three decades, leaving the village isolated.
July 19, 2026
Abia State Administration Draws Criticism Over Flooding in Owerinta
The Abia State government is addressing public backlash after road construction activities in Owerinta led to increased flooding, citing natural terrain issues as the primary cause.
July 19, 2026
Abia State Political Dispute: APC Targets Gov Otti Over Worker Welfare
The APC and Labour Party have clashed in Abia State over allegations that Governor Alex Otti is failing to pay workers the national minimum wage and ignoring promised benefit increases.
July 19, 2026
Aisha Yesufu Criticizes Benjamin Kalu’s Approach to Governor Alex Otti
Activist Aisha Yesufu has criticized Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu for his confrontational stance toward Abia State Governor Alex Otti, arguing it reflects a poor political strategy.
July 18, 2026
Nigerian Army secures release of captives and intercepts stolen truck in Abia
Nigerian troops freed two hostages, recovered a stolen cement truck, and detained two suspected gunmen in separate operations across Abia State.
July 18, 2026
Abia Community Concludes 77-Year Land Dispute Through Court-Mandated Possession
Officials from the Abia State High Court have executed a Writ of Possession in the Ujara Ukwuakwu land dispute, ending a 77-year legal battle between the Ukwuakwu and Obinto communities.
July 18, 2026
U.O.O Nigeria Plc Leadership Praises Governor Otti for Abia State Development
U.O.O Nigeria Plc Chairman Nze Edozie Uche Okafor has praised Governor Alex Otti for his rapid developmental impact in Abia State while confirming the company's financial stability during its 36th Annual General Meeting.
July 17, 2026
Abia State Warns New Medical Recruits Against Misconduct and Corruption
Abia State officials have warned newly employed medical staff to avoid corruption, absenteeism, and the sale of public hospital property, stressing the importance of professional ethics and patient care.
July 16, 2026