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 […]
Nigerian Man Remembers His Father And Two Siblings Who D!ed After Eating Suya
A Nigerian man, Chinedu Victor Ogba, has remembered his late father, Sunday Okechukwu Ogba, and two younger siblings, Chigozirim (17) and Eberechi (14), who sadly lost their lives after eating suya. He marked their fourth death anniversary with an emotional remembrance. Chinedu recalled that his father, siblings, and four other relatives aged 3, 9, 10, […]
$125m facility from Islamic Development Bank will tackle erosion menace – Abia monarch
The Chairman of Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers, Eze Linus Nto Mbah, has praised Governor Alex Otti for securing a $125 million loan from the Islamic Development Bank. He noted that the funding for the Abia State Integrated Infrastructure Development Project will bring massive growth to the state. He explained that the facility will […]
Aba Power announces weeklong electricity disruption
Aba Power, one of Nigeria’s major electricity distributors, has announced that there will be a one-week disruption in power supply across Abia State. The company said in a statement on Tuesday that the disruption will take place from 21st to 28th August 2025. According to Aba Power, the outage is happening because its main power […]
Recall threat: I committed no sin endorsing Otti – Reps member, Ikwechegh
Alex Ikwechegh, who represents Aba North/Aba South Federal Constituency, has dismissed the threat to recall him from the National Assembly over his support for Governor Alex Otti’s re-election. He said the move will not distract him. The lawmaker, who was elected under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), explained that he did nothing wrong by […]
A Nigerian man named Chinedu has made headlines after marrying two women, Blessing and Kelechi, in one ceremony.
The traditional wedding was held on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Umuacha/Amuzu Primary School in Isiala-Ngwa South Local Government Area of Abia State. The event was full of colour and excitement, with cultural marriage rites, lively music, and energetic dancing that kept guests and community members entertained. Reactions online have been mixed. Some praised the […]
Family announces burial arrangements for Abia couple k!lled by bandits
A heartbroken family has shared details for the burial of a young couple who were killed by suspected bandits. Obinna Princewill Kaburu and his wife, Ifeyinwa Kaburu, both aged 34, were attacked and killed on July 24, 2025, while inside their shop. The tragic incident cut their lives short and left many in shock. Obinna […]
Relocate now – NSCDC issues flood alert to high-risk area residents in Abia
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has told people living in flood-prone areas of Abia State to leave those locations and move to safer places for their own safety. This advice was shared through an official statement released by the Abia State NSCDC Commandant, Akinsola Aderemi. The statement was made at the NSCDC […]
Teacher found de@d in tricycle in Abia
A 51-year-old teacher, Mrs. Emmanuel Love Onuora, was found dead inside a commercial tricycle in Aba, Abia State, on Tuesday, July 29. Mrs. Onuora, who was well-known for her role at a private school in the city, had boarded the tricycle for her usual journey along Aba Road. The rider, identified as Mr. Okechukwu Sunday, […]
FRSC lacks power to seize drivers’ licences, vehicles – Appeal Court
The Court of Appeal sitting in Owerri, Imo State, has declared that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) does not have the legal power to take away drivers’ licences, impound vehicles, or hold related documents unless there is a lawful reason. This decision was reached in a case with the number CA/OW/199/2022, which was brought […]