Abia State – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com Breaking News, Nigeria News and Top Stories Sun, 31 May 2026 01:31:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.theinfostride.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/cropped-The-InfoStride-Favicon-150x150.png Abia State – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com 32 32 Doris Ogala Emerges AAC Governorship Candidate In Abia State https://www.theinfostride.com/doris-ogala-emerges-aac-governorship-candidate-in-abia-state/ https://www.theinfostride.com/doris-ogala-emerges-aac-governorship-candidate-in-abia-state/#respond Sun, 31 May 2026 00:30:31 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=485002 Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has emerged as the governorship candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) for the 2027 election in Abia State. A video circulating on social media showed the AAC governorship primary returning officer declaring her the winner of the party’s primary election. Outlining her plans for the state, Ogala said that her [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/doris-ogala-emerges-aac-governorship-candidate-in-abia-state/feed/ 0 Tinubu Is Sponsoring Alex Otti’s Good Work In Abia – Cubana Chief Priest https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-is-sponsoring-alex-ottis-good-work-in-abia-cubana-chief-priest/ https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-is-sponsoring-alex-ottis-good-work-in-abia-cubana-chief-priest/#respond Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:18 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=481183 Popular socialite Cubana Chief Priest has shared why Governor Otti of Abia State has refused to join ADC. He recently had his say via his social media page, and Nigerians have been reacting. Describing Tinubu as a president with doings, he noted that Cubana Otti has refused to join the ADC because BAT has been [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/tinubu-is-sponsoring-alex-ottis-good-work-in-abia-cubana-chief-priest/feed/ 0 Abia Govt Demolishes Hotel After C-of-O Revocation, Firm Alleges Political Motive https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-demolishes-hotel-after-c-of-o-revocation-firm-alleges-political-motive/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-demolishes-hotel-after-c-of-o-revocation-firm-alleges-political-motive/#respond Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:00:57 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=472747 The Abia State Government has demolished multiple structures within Abia Hotels, Umuahia, following the revocation of the property’s Certificate of Occupancy earlier held by Investment Guarantee Limited. The demolition, executed over the weekend by Bulldozers, came after the state government repossessed the facility from Investment Guarantee Limited, pursuant to the reversal of its property lease [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-demolishes-hotel-after-c-of-o-revocation-firm-alleges-political-motive/feed/ 0 Abia Government Denies Governor Otti’s Alleged Defection to APC https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-government-denies-governor-ottis-alleged-defection-to-apc/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-government-denies-governor-ottis-alleged-defection-to-apc/#respond Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:23 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=469814 The Abia State Government has dismissed reports claiming that Governor Alex Otti has defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The clarification follows social media posts by some individuals from the state who circulated a picture of Governor Otti during a recent visit to Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah—just days [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-government-denies-governor-ottis-alleged-defection-to-apc/feed/ 0 Abia Government Issues Stern Warning to Corrupt Civil Servants, Unveils Whistleblowing Channels https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-government-issues-stern-warning-to-corrupt-civil-servants-unveils-whistleblowing-channels/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-government-issues-stern-warning-to-corrupt-civil-servants-unveils-whistleblowing-channels/#respond Sun, 20 Jul 2025 13:00:47 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=462515 The Abia State Government has issued a strong warning to civil servants engaging in theft and corrupt practices, urging them to desist immediately or face dire consequences. The warning was delivered by the Head of Service, Mr Benson Ojeikere, while addressing civil servants in Umuahia. He emphasised that the present administration is committed to rooting [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-government-issues-stern-warning-to-corrupt-civil-servants-unveils-whistleblowing-channels/feed/ 0 Man Sets House Ablaze Over Alleged Infidelity in Abia, Daughter Killed, Family Hospitalised https://www.theinfostride.com/man-sets-house-ablaze-over-alleged-infidelity-in-abia-daughter-killed-family-hospitalised/ https://www.theinfostride.com/man-sets-house-ablaze-over-alleged-infidelity-in-abia-daughter-killed-family-hospitalised/#respond Sun, 18 May 2025 12:00:24 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=411065 Tragedy struck Asa Umudim community in Osisioma Local Government Area of Abia State after a man, reportedly around 40 years old, set his house on fire, killing one of his daughters and leaving his wife and two other children critically injured. According to eyewitnesses, the suspect allegedly poured an inflammable substance around the house before [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/man-sets-house-ablaze-over-alleged-infidelity-in-abia-daughter-killed-family-hospitalised/feed/ 0 Abia Govt Begins Registration of Residents, Introduces Social Identification Number https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-begins-registration-of-residents-introduces-social-identification-number/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-begins-registration-of-residents-introduces-social-identification-number/#respond Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:00:34 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=403929 The Abia State Government has commenced the registration of all citizens and residents as part of efforts to enhance socio-economic planning and intervention programs. The Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Kingsley Anosike, announced this on Monday, stating that the initiative will involve the issuance of the Abia State Social Identification Number (ABSSIN)—a unique identity system [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-govt-begins-registration-of-residents-introduces-social-identification-number/feed/ 0 Abia Electoral Commission Assures Free and Fair Elections Ahead of Local Government Polls https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-electoral-commission-assures-free-and-fair-elections-ahead-of-local-government-polls/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-electoral-commission-assures-free-and-fair-elections-ahead-of-local-government-polls/#respond Wed, 30 Oct 2024 21:56:49 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=392758 As the local government elections in Abia State approach, the Abia State Electoral Commission has made a strong commitment to ensuring that the electoral process is conducted transparently and fairly. This announcement comes at a crucial time as stakeholders, including political parties, civil society organizations, and voters, express concerns about the integrity of the electoral [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-electoral-commission-assures-free-and-fair-elections-ahead-of-local-government-polls/feed/ 0 Abia State Residents Stay Home Amid National Protest Against Hunger and Hardship https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-residents-stay-home-amid-national-protest-against-hunger-and-hardship/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-residents-stay-home-amid-national-protest-against-hunger-and-hardship/#respond Thu, 01 Aug 2024 19:00:12 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=386155 The national protest against hunger and hardship, which saw participation in several states across the nation today, did not witness involvement in Abia State, as most residents opted to stay at home while a few went about their usual activities. Despite initial concerns that protests might erupt in Umuahia and Aba or be hijacked, both [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-residents-stay-home-amid-national-protest-against-hunger-and-hardship/feed/ 0 Abia State Civil Servants Threaten Indefinite Strike on July 28 https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-civil-servants-threaten-indefinite-strike-on-july-28/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-civil-servants-threaten-indefinite-strike-on-july-28/#respond Sun, 14 Jul 2024 13:00:36 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=383415 The organized labor in Abia State has announced plans to embark on an indefinite strike starting July 28, 2024, if the state government fails to honor its agreements. The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Okoro Ogbonnaya, and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Chairman in Abia briefed the press on Sunday evening, advising civil [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-civil-servants-threaten-indefinite-strike-on-july-28/feed/ 0 34-Year-Old Man Declared Missing After a Phone Call in Abia State https://www.theinfostride.com/34-year-old-man-declared-missing-after-a-phone-call-in-abia-state/ https://www.theinfostride.com/34-year-old-man-declared-missing-after-a-phone-call-in-abia-state/#respond Fri, 05 Jul 2024 21:00:01 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=382731 A 34-year-old man, Onyekachi Kingsley Ugochukwu, has been declared missing by his family in Isiala Akpaa Amaiyi village, Osisioma Ngwa LGA of Abia State. Ugochukwu, who is described as fair in complexion, disappeared without a trace after allegedly answering a phone call from an undisclosed person. According to Onyekachi Alfred Ahuama, the father of the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/34-year-old-man-declared-missing-after-a-phone-call-in-abia-state/feed/ 0 Abia State Government Commends Eket Street Residents for Sanitary Improvements https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-government-commends-eket-street-residents-for-sanitary-improvements/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-government-commends-eket-street-residents-for-sanitary-improvements/#respond Fri, 28 Jun 2024 21:00:54 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=381991 The Abia State government has praised the residents of Eket Street, popularly known as Ama Hausa, by Owerri Road in Umuahia, for the significant improvement in the sanitary condition of their surroundings. The area, which predominantly hosts the Northern community and the Umuahia Central Mosque, has shown remarkable progress in cleanliness. Commissioner for Environment, Philemon [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-government-commends-eket-street-residents-for-sanitary-improvements/feed/ 0 Abia State imposes night-time ban on tricycles and motorcycles in Aba and Umuahia https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-imposes-night-time-ban-on-tricycles-and-motorcycles-in-aba-and-umuahia/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-imposes-night-time-ban-on-tricycles-and-motorcycles-in-aba-and-umuahia/#respond Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:18:30 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=381617 The Abia State Government has announced a ban on the operation of tricycles and motorcycles in the cities of Aba and Umuahia from 7 PM to 6 AM, effective July 1. This decision was disclosed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr. Uzor Nwachukwu, in Umuahia. According to the Commissioner, the decision [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-imposes-night-time-ban-on-tricycles-and-motorcycles-in-aba-and-umuahia/feed/ 0 President Tinubu condemns Killing of Soldiers in Abia https://www.theinfostride.com/president-tinubu-condemns-killing-of-soldiers-in-abia/ https://www.theinfostride.com/president-tinubu-condemns-killing-of-soldiers-in-abia/#respond Sun, 02 Jun 2024 15:52:15 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=379648 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned the heinous killing of soldiers in Aba, Abia State, according to the statement issued below: Statement on the Killings of Soldiers in Abia I have received yet another disheartening news story about the killing of five soldiers by suspected militants of the proscribed terrorist organisation, IPOB. The slain soldiers [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/president-tinubu-condemns-killing-of-soldiers-in-abia/feed/ 0 Abia State Panel Issues Bench Warrant for General Manager Over Failure to Appear https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-panel-issues-bench-warrant-for-general-manager-over-failure-to-appear/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-panel-issues-bench-warrant-for-general-manager-over-failure-to-appear/#respond Sat, 20 Apr 2024 21:00:14 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=376260 The Chairman of Abia State Judicial Panel on Recovery of Government Property and Funds, Justice Florence Duruoha-Igwe (Rtd), has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of Mr Umezuruike Ikenna Kingsley, General Manager of South East Farms and Agro Processing Co. Ltd. This action was taken due to Umezuruike’s alleged failure to appear before the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-panel-issues-bench-warrant-for-general-manager-over-failure-to-appear/feed/ 0 Fire Razes About 30 Hectares of Cocoa Farm in Abia State https://www.theinfostride.com/fire-razes-about-30-hectares-of-cocoa-farm-in-abia-state/ https://www.theinfostride.com/fire-razes-about-30-hectares-of-cocoa-farm-in-abia-state/#respond Tue, 13 Feb 2024 09:46:28 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=370260 A devastating fire has reportedly razed approximately 30 hectares of cocoa farm in Abia State. The incident raises concerns about the impact on agricultural livelihoods and the broader implications for the cocoa industry in the region. As Infostride News closely monitors these developments, comprehensive coverage will be provided, including insights into the extent of the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/fire-razes-about-30-hectares-of-cocoa-farm-in-abia-state/feed/ 0 Abia State Police Command Arrests Four Men Posing as EFCC Officials with Toy Gun https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-police-command-arrests-four-men-posing-as-efcc-officials-with-toy-gun/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-police-command-arrests-four-men-posing-as-efcc-officials-with-toy-gun/#respond Sat, 27 Jan 2024 13:00:14 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=368922 The Abia State Police Command has apprehended four individuals disguised in Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) uniforms who were operating with a toy gun. According to a statement released by the Command, the arrests were made following credible intelligence received by the Central Police Station, Umuahia. The statement, signed by the Police Public Relations [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-police-command-arrests-four-men-posing-as-efcc-officials-with-toy-gun/feed/ 0 Abia State’s Modular Refinery Set to Commence Operations by 2025, Says Commissioner https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-states-modular-refinery-set-to-commence-operations-by-2025-says-commissioner/ https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-states-modular-refinery-set-to-commence-operations-by-2025-says-commissioner/#respond Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:37:58 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=367706 The Commissioner for Energy in Abia State has announced that the state’s modular refinery is expected to commence operations by the year 2025. This revelation underscores the state government’s commitment to enhancing the energy sector, fostering economic growth, and reducing dependence on imported petroleum products. The projected timeline for the modular refinery’s commencement aligns with [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-states-modular-refinery-set-to-commence-operations-by-2025-says-commissioner/feed/ 0 Alex Otti Denies Detention of Protesters in Abia, Calls Reports Inaccurate https://www.theinfostride.com/alex-otti-denies-detention-of-protesters-in-abia-calls-reports-inaccurate/ https://www.theinfostride.com/alex-otti-denies-detention-of-protesters-in-abia-calls-reports-inaccurate/#respond Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:44:00 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=364064 In recent developments surrounding the construction of the Port Harcourt-Aba Road in Abia State, Infostride News has come forward to challenge reports claiming that Governor Alex Otti detained several youths and elders who were invited for a peace dialogue regarding the ongoing project. The controversy stems from social media reports highlighting the actions of youth [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/alex-otti-denies-detention-of-protesters-in-abia-calls-reports-inaccurate/feed/ 0 Governor Alex Otti commissions three more roads in Aba https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-alex-otti-commissions-three-more-roads-in-aba/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-alex-otti-commissions-three-more-roads-in-aba/#respond Sun, 05 Nov 2023 11:40:30 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=359547 Alex Otti, the governor of Abia State, recently put the finishing touches on the reopening of three highways in Aba that had been renovated by the state. The governor inaugurated three new roads on Sunday: MCC by Old Express Road, Umuimo Road, and Udeagbala Road. Udeagbala Road is a bypass that travels through the Abia [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-alex-otti-commissions-three-more-roads-in-aba/feed/ 0 Ndukwe hails Gov Otti’s appointment of Duroha-Igwe has Judicial Panel Chairman https://www.theinfostride.com/ndukwe-hails-gov-ottis-appointment-of-duroha-igwe-has-judicial-panel-chairman/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ndukwe-hails-gov-ottis-appointment-of-duroha-igwe-has-judicial-panel-chairman/#respond Wed, 28 Jun 2023 09:02:13 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=349665 Convener of Think Home Campaign, Chief Mrs Oby Ndukwe hails Governor Otti’s appointment of Rtd Justice Duroha-Igwe as Chairman of the Judicial Panel of Enquiry on Assets Recovery. In his administration’s bid to recover all Abia State Government Properties and Funds that were looted and are in the hands of retrogressive forces, the governor of [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ndukwe-hails-gov-ottis-appointment-of-duroha-igwe-has-judicial-panel-chairman/feed/ 0 We will support the HIV epidemic control in Abia State – US https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-hiv-epidemic-control-in-abia-state-us/ https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-hiv-epidemic-control-in-abia-state-us/#respond Tue, 12 Oct 2021 22:23:54 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=310237 The U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires (CDA), Kathleen FitzGibbon, has arranged a Mission Nigeria interagency team to Abia State to establish the re-engagement of U.S. assistance to the State through the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and support renewed efforts towards HIV epidemic control. This was made known by the U.S Mission in [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-hiv-epidemic-control-in-abia-state-us/feed/ 0 NBS: Benue, Abia, Cross River paid highest for petrol in June https://www.theinfostride.com/nbs-benue-abia-cross-river-paid-highest-for-petrol-in-june/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nbs-benue-abia-cross-river-paid-highest-for-petrol-in-june/#respond Mon, 19 Jul 2021 20:38:15 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=301310 The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says Benue, Abia and Cross River states paid highest for premium motor spirit (PMS), better known as petrol, at an average price of N175.22 in June 2021. This is contained in NBS report, titled: ‘Premium motor spirit (petrol) price watch (June 2021)’, released during the weekend. According to the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nbs-benue-abia-cross-river-paid-highest-for-petrol-in-june/feed/ 0 EFCC To Prosecute Orji Kalu All Over Again – Bawa https://www.theinfostride.com/efcc-to-prosecute-orji-kalu-all-over-again-bawa/ https://www.theinfostride.com/efcc-to-prosecute-orji-kalu-all-over-again-bawa/#respond Thu, 17 Jun 2021 19:07:58 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=297574 Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Abdulrasheed Bawa has said former Abia State governor, Orji Uzor Kalu will be prosecuted by the agency all over again. The anti-graft agency boss also said he is not perturbed over the threats to his life and he is determined to prosecute the many pending cases [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/efcc-to-prosecute-orji-kalu-all-over-again-bawa/feed/ 0 Governor Ikpeazu Justifies His Six Years As Abia Governor https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-ikpeazu-justifies-his-six-years-as-abia-governor/ https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-ikpeazu-justifies-his-six-years-as-abia-governor/#respond Sun, 30 May 2021 11:00:14 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=295308 Abia State governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, yesterday, assured his people of his resolve not to relent in the reconstruction and provision of critical infrastructure across the state. Giving account of his six years in office, the governor implored the people to look forward to 500 kilometres of roads that would be constructed across the state in [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-ikpeazu-justifies-his-six-years-as-abia-governor/feed/ 0 Ikpeazu Debunks Planned Defection Of Abia PDP Members To APC https://www.theinfostride.com/ikpeazu-debunks-planned-defection-of-abia-pdp-members-to-apc/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ikpeazu-debunks-planned-defection-of-abia-pdp-members-to-apc/#respond Thu, 21 Jan 2021 19:09:42 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=282399 Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has debunked rumours of mass defection of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members to the All Progressives Congress (APC), including himself, insisting that he will hand over power to a PDP governor in 2023. He told stakeholders not to panic over the rumour, stating that the two party chieftains did so [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ikpeazu-debunks-planned-defection-of-abia-pdp-members-to-apc/feed/ 0 PDP Remains Party Of Choice In Abia State — Governor Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-remains-party-of-choice-in-abia-state-governor-ikpeazu/ https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-remains-party-of-choice-in-abia-state-governor-ikpeazu/#respond Mon, 18 Jan 2021 14:14:20 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=281965 Okezie Ikpeazu, the Governor of Abia State, has stated that the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the State remains the party of choice. He said as such, all hands must be on deck to consolidate on the gains and strength of the party in the State. Governor Ikpeazu stated this on Sunday, at the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-remains-party-of-choice-in-abia-state-governor-ikpeazu/feed/ 0 The Lockdown Will Be Indefinite From April 20 To Protect Our People – Abia https://www.theinfostride.com/the-lockdown-will-be-indefinite-from-april-20-to-protect-our-people-abia/ Fri, 17 Apr 2020 18:06:49 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=253182 Abia state government has come out to announce an indefinite extension of the ongoing lockdown in the state, which will start from April 20, as part of its effort to prevent coronavirus outbreak in the state. This was revealed in a recent statement signed by Chief John Okiyi-Kalu, the Commissioner for Information, and made available [...]

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]]> The Current Lassa Fever Outbreak In The State Will Be Contained – Abia State https://www.theinfostride.com/the-current-lassa-fever-outbreak-in-the-state-will-be-contained-abia-state/ Tue, 07 Jan 2020 22:48:40 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=244578 Abia State government has announced an outbreak of Lassa Fever in Olokoro community, Umuahia South council area, revealing that a 28-year-old man recently died of the disease. Permanent Secretary, State Ministry of Health, Chief Egbulefu Eze spoke about the outbreak at a news conference and dismissed fears of a potential epidemic. According to him, the [...]

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]]> Education Is A Priority For Governor Emmanuel Udom In Abia State – Charles Udoh https://www.theinfostride.com/education-is-a-priority-for-governor-emmanuel-udom-in-abia-state-charles-udoh/ Fri, 27 Dec 2019 09:54:27 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=243828 The Akwa Ibom state Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Udoh, has come out to say that the Governor Udom Emmanuel government is focused on transforming education in the state and he has shown this via strategic policies and investments in the sector. Chris, revealed this in a statement as he reacted to a publication in [...]

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]]> 700,000 New Jobs Will Be Created To Battle Insecurity In Abia State – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/700000-new-jobs-will-be-created-to-battle-insecurity-in-abia-state-okezie-ikpeazu/ Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:36:47 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=235153 Abia State governor, Okezie Ikpeazu has vowed that 700,000 new jobs will be created in the state before 2030 as part of conscious efforts to tackle insecurity and socio-economic unrest. He disclosed this when he answered questions from State House correspondents on Sunday in Abuja bordering on President Muhammadu Buhari’s inaugural speech at the National [...]

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]]> Marginalisation: Niger Delta Leaders urge President Buhari to appoint Indigenes as NDDC Chairman, MD https://www.theinfostride.com/marginalisation-niger-delta-leaders-urge-president-buhari-to-appoint-indigenes-as-nddc-chairman-md/ Sun, 02 Jun 2019 09:45:42 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=233913 Niger Delta leaders have decried marginalisation of Delta State and vowed on Friday to take up the marginalisation issue of Delta State with the highest authority in Nigeria. The leaders said there was no reason whatsoever for Delta State to be so treated compared with Bayelsa, Akwa-Ibom and Cross River in the appointment of Chairman [...]

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]]> Orji Kalu Will Be Removed From The Senate – PDP https://www.theinfostride.com/orji-kalu-will-be-removed-from-the-senate-pdp/ Thu, 25 Apr 2019 21:25:47 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=231555 PDP in Abia State just promised to make sure that the senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Orji Kalu, who won the election, will be removed from the Senate. PDP said the ex governor enjoyed “a stolen mandate” that is for another candidate, Mao Ohuabunwa. PDP’s chairman in the zone, Matthew Ibe, revealed this [...]

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]]> Gov. Ikpeazu Sets Up Works, Project, Evaluation Committee In Abia https://www.theinfostride.com/gov-ikpeazu-sets-up-works-project-evaluation-committee-in-abia/ Tue, 16 Apr 2019 10:33:20 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=231068 Abia State governor, Okezie Ikpeazu recently inaugurated the Works and Project Evaluation Committee to observe the amount of work done on the ongoing projects in the state and proffer solutions to speed up completion. Speaking hours back, he ordered the committee to conduct proper review of the ongoing road projects and give a credible report [...]

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]]> Uche Ogah And Alex Otti Should Join Me To Build Abia State – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/uche-ogah-and-alex-otti-should-join-me-to-build-abia-state-okezie-ikpeazu/ Thu, 28 Mar 2019 11:37:21 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=230017 Incumbent Governor of Abia State and the Governor-Elect, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has told his rivals at the just concluded governorship election, Dr Uche Ogah of APC and Dr Alex Otti of APGA to join forces with him as he hopes to build Abia State. He disclosed this when he collected his Certificate of Return as [...]

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]]> Governor Okezie Ikpeazu Set To Win Second Term In Abia State https://www.theinfostride.com/governor-okezie-ikpeazu-set-to-be-named-abia-states-next-governor/ Sun, 10 Mar 2019 20:05:41 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=228669 Governor Okezie Ikpeazu is about to be named the winner of the governorship election Abia State. The governor polled 261,127 votes to defeat his closest rival from APC, Samson Ogah. Mr Ogah received 99,754, coming second while All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate, Alex Otti got 64,366 votes to finish third. The Returning officer in [...]

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]]> PDP Is Destroying Our Posters, Bill Boards In Abia State – APC https://www.theinfostride.com/pdp-is-destroying-our-posters-bill-boards-in-abia-state-apc/ Tue, 08 Jan 2019 23:03:32 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=225040 The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia has warned members of the ruling party in the state, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to refrain from damaging its posters and billboards. APC Publicity Secretary, Mr Benedict Godson, dished out the warning on Monday while reacting to alleged destruction of campaign billboards and posters of some the [...]

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]]> I Will Recreate Dubai In Abia State – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/i-will-recreate-dubai-in-abia-state-okezie-ikpeazu/ Sun, 30 Dec 2018 21:14:16 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=224428 Okezie Ikpeazu’s zeal to change the narrative of Abia state has increased when he led a high powered delegation to the presidential Villa, Abuja to meet with President Muhammadu Buhari for a deal that would create over 600,000 jobs. Speaking to Vanguard on the project, governor Ikpeazu said: “This city is borne out of a [...]

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]]> We Will Create Jobs In Abia State – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-create-jobs-in-abia-state-okezie-ikpeazu/ Tue, 18 Dec 2018 05:06:02 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=223555 His determination to change the narrative of the state was taken to a notch higher last week when he led a high powered delegation to the presidential Villa, Abuja to meet with President Muhammadu Buhari for a deal that would create over 600,000 jobs. Outside the drive for the provision of massive roads infrastructure, his [...]

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]]> Abia Youths Should Take Advantage Of The Skills Acquisition Centres – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-youths-should-take-advantage-of-the-skills-acquisition-centres-okezie-ikpeazu/ Sat, 11 Aug 2018 09:24:48 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=213172 Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia has charged the youth of Abia to acquire skills in order to become self-reliant and make meaningful contributions to the growth of the society. Ikpeazu said that the International Youth Day celebration provided an opportunity for youths to engage in sober reflection on the way forward. He urged Abia youths [...]

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]]> We Are Focused On Building Roads In Abia State – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/we-are-focused-on-building-roads-in-abia-state-okezie-ikpeazu/ Tue, 27 Mar 2018 12:21:03 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=203637 Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has said his administration had constructed 60 roads across the state since inauguration in 2015. According to him, 33 out of the 60 roads constructed are located in Aba, while about 105 construction sites are currently active in the state. “Clearly, Aba has about 33 roads out a total stock of 60 [...]

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]]> Abia State Has Seven Neighbours – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-has-seven-neighbours-okezie-ikpeazu/ Sun, 25 Mar 2018 22:41:33 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=203549 Dr Okezie Ikpeazu has said his administration had constructed 60 roads across the state since inauguration in 2015. According to him, 33 out of the 60 roads constructed are located in Aba, while about 105 construction sites are currently active in the state. “Clearly, Aba has about 33 roads out a total stock of 60 [...]

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]]> Abia Governor Ikpeazu lauds Security Personnels in the State https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-governor-ikpeazu-lauds-security-personnels-in-the-state/ Sun, 04 Feb 2018 19:49:12 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=198625 The Governor of Abia State, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has expressed gratitude to security personnels in the state for the synergy that exists amongst them and which has helped to reduce crime in the state. Speaking at the launch of the Abia Security Fund and unveiling of the Abia Security Card in Umuahia, the Governor commended [...]

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]]> Abia will not cede Any Part of Her Territory as Colony for Cattle – Governor Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-will-not-cede-any-part-of-her-territory-as-colony-for-cattle-governor-ikpeazu/ Sat, 13 Jan 2018 21:40:04 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=196252 The Governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu has raised his opposition to plans by the federal government to establish ‘cattle colonies’ across the country, noting that no part of the state will be ceded for the practice. The federal government had proposed the measure to curb the incessant killings in some parts of the country [...]

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]]> Abia Governor Ikeapzu celebrates Rivers counterpart Wike at 50 https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-governor-ikeapzu-celebrates-rivers-counterpart-wike-at-50/ Thu, 14 Dec 2017 11:43:54 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=192648 Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu has congratulated his Rivers State counterpart, Barrister Nyesome Wike on his 50th birthday. In a release by his Chief press Secretary Mr. Eyinnaya Appolos, governor Ikpeazu described Wike as “an uncommon achiever”, while thanking God for blessing him with another year. “My brother, God has blessed you with another [...]

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]]> Abia State Judiciary Should Have Financial Autonomy – Justice Theresa Uzokwe https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-judiciary-should-have-financial-autonomy-justice-theresa-uzokwe/ Thu, 09 Nov 2017 06:31:21 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=188184 The Chief Judge of Abia, Justice Theresa Uzokwe, has asked for financial autonomy of the state’s judiciary. She referenced that the importance of financial autonomy of the judiciary could not be over-emphasised because of the impact it would have on its performance. “The dilapidated court halls in the state would have been fixed if the [...]

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]]> We Will Buy Into The Free Home Healthcare Programme In Abia State – Isaac Adewole https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-buy-into-the-free-home-healthcare-programme-in-abia-state-isaac-adewole/ Sat, 04 Nov 2017 15:35:59 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=187596 Prof. Isaac Adewole, has praised Abia Government for giving out free home healthcare programme for elderly people in the state. He said “for Abia Government to deem it necessary to do more for this category of people, it is commendable and we shall explore areas of assistance and buy into this scheme.” He urged the [...]

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]]> Abia State Government Is Responsible For The Invasion Of Nnamdi Kanu’s Home – IPOB https://www.theinfostride.com/abia-state-government-is-responsible-for-the-invasion-of-nnamdi-kanus-home-ipob/ Wed, 01 Nov 2017 14:32:56 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=187265 The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has said that the Abia state Governor should answer for the attack on Nnamdi Kanu’s home. The group said “We, the IPOB, under the command and leadership of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu are holding the Government of Abia State, four other South-East state governments and Ohanaeze Ndigbo responsible for the [...]

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]]> We Will No Longer Condone Unwarranted Assault On The People Of Abia State – Okezie Ikpeazu https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-no-longer-condone-unwarranted-assault-on-the-people-of-abia-state-okezie-ikpeazu/ Mon, 16 Oct 2017 22:46:04 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=185549 Okezie Ikpeazu has warned the Army not to maltreat residents. He said “While the state government has always indicated its preparedness to cooperate with all security agencies in their lawful operations within the state, we shall not condone a situation where the presence of the Army in the state becomes a platform to (trample on) [...]

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]]> We All Owe It To The Black Race To Make Nigeria Work – Kashim Shettima https://www.theinfostride.com/we-all-owe-it-to-the-black-race-to-make-nigeria-work-kashim-shettima/ Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:25:55 +0000 http://www.theinfostride.com/?p=182670 Northern governors have called on their counterparts from the Southeast to visit their states to interact with Igbo communities as a way of promoting peace and communal harmony among various groups in the country. Kashim Shettima announced this recently. “The visit will afford them the opportunity to assess first hand, efforts made by their colleagues [...]

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