Abia taskforce busts fake revenue syndicate in Aba, arrests two, recovers N766,000
Authorities in Abia State have shut down a fake revenue ring in Aba, arresting two suspects and recovering ₦766,000 that was collected illegally from residents. The sting operation was carried out by the Abia State Harmonised Task Force (ASHTF) in partnership with the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Internally Generated Revenue […]
Rescued children reunited with parents as police nab two suspects for child trafficking, conspiracy in Abia
The Abia State Police Command has confirmed that some of the children rescued from a suspected child trafficking syndicate in October 2025 have been successfully reunited with their parents. The announcement was made in a statement by DSP Maureen Chinaka, the Police Public Relations Officer, on Monday. According to the statement, parents who were able […]
Adamawa loses to Kwara as National Volleyball League begins in Umuahia
The National Volleyball Division One and Division Two League officially began in Umuahia, Abia State, with thrilling matches marking the start of the competition. In one of the opening fixtures, the Ajase-Ipo Volleyball Team of Kwara State defeated Adamawa in straight sets, 25–18, 28–27, 25–15, to secure an early victory in Division One. The championship, […]
NUJ calls for implementation of workers’ promotion exercise in Abia
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Abia State Council, has called on the Abia State Government to ensure the full implementation of the recently approved 2024–2025 promotion exercise for civil servants. The union commended Governor Alex Otti for approving the process but expressed concern that the last promotion exercise has yet to reflect in workers’ […]
Kwara wins Adamawa as National Volleyball League Phase 2 begins in Umuahia
The National Volleyball Division One and Two Leagues officially began on Friday in Umuahia, Abia State, with the Ajase-Ipo Volleyball Team of Kwara State defeating Adamawa in straight sets, 25–18, 28–27, 25–15, to claim an early victory in the Division One category. The championship, which features 34 teams from 22 states, includes both male and […]
Road crashes, fatalities reduced in Abia in 2025 – FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced a significant drop in road crashes and fatalities in Abia State for the year 2025, compared to figures recorded in 2024. The revelation was made by the FRSC Sector Commander, Ngozi Ezeoma, during a town hall meeting with stakeholders in Umuahia as part of the 2025 Ember […]
Desperate job seekers offering money for employment – MOUAU raises alarm
The Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), Abia State, has issued a strong warning to the public over fraudulent activities surrounding its ongoing recruitment process. The university revealed that some desperate job seekers have started reaching out to contacts within and outside the institution, offering money to secure employment. In a statement by the […]
Gov Otti’s wife charges Abia teachers to discover pupils’ potentials
The wife of Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti, has encouraged teachers in the state to identify and develop the talents of schoolchildren. She said teachers play an important role in shaping the future and urged them to show care and compassion while teaching, so they can raise responsible leaders for Abia State. Mrs. […]
Abia government bans mid-school transfers for SS2 and SS3 students
The Abia State Government has introduced a rule that stops students from moving to another school between Senior Secondary 2 (SS2) and Senior Secondary 3 (SS3). The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Goodluck Ubochi, announced the new rule on Tuesday, September 9, in Umuahia. The ban affects both public and private schools and is […]
EFCC declares ex-Abia commissioner and another wanted over alleged fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Abia State commissioner, Christopher Enweremadu, and Abia resident, Fortune Ozoemela, wanted for alleged crimes including conspiracy, embezzlement of public funds, theft, and money laundering. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale announced this in a public notice shared on the agency’s website on Wednesday, September 3. Enweremadu was […]