Abia State Archives - Page 115 of 375

Jan

15

2026

Umuimo Junction Tragedy: Hon. Munachim Alozie Mourns Victims, Calls for Urgent Traffic Safety Measures

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Following the tragic road accident at Umuimo Junction, near Osisioma Junction, which claimed the lives of members of a family and left others injured, Hon. Munachim Alozie, Member representing Obingwa–Osisioma–Ugwunagbo Federal Constituency, has expressed deep sorrow over the heartbreaking incident. The accident, which reportedly involved a private vehicle crashing into a stationary trailer laden with crates of drinks along the busy expressway, has sparked renewed concerns over road safety and the persistent danger posed by indiscriminate parking of heavy-duty vehicles on major highways. In a press statement released on Thursday, Hon. Alozie condoled with the bereaved family, described the incident…

Jan

14

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Setting the Record Straight: Clarifying the Okon Aku Crisis and the Deputy Governor’s Role

Abia State, Metro, News, Ohafia

In light of the recent allegations circulating online and within Abia State, falsely implicating the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, in the tragic death of Mr. Igwe Akuma, it is imperative to categorically refute these claims as baseless, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to tarnish the reputation of a public servant committed to peace and justice. On January 2nd 2026, the Deputy Governor received a distress call from residents of the Okon Aku community reporting widespread violence, including the burning of homes, vehicles, and other properties. In response, he immediately contacted relevant security agencies, including the Divisional Police…

Jan

14

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Political Earthquake Looms in Abia as Ohaneze Youth Council Targets Orji Uzor Kalu for Recall Over False Statements

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The Ohaneze Youth Council (OYC) has issued a stern warning to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu over what it described as false, misleading, and inflammatory statements against the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, vowing to initiate his recall before 2027 elections if he fails to retract the comments and apologise publicly. In a press release signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the Ohaneze Youth Council, Hon. Authority Micheal Ukpabi, the youth body expressed deep concern over the remarks allegedly made by the former Abia State governor, describing them as reckless, politically motivated, and disconnected from the prevailing…

Jan

14

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia North 2027: ANYA Draws the Battle Line, Vows to Reject Sentiment-Driven Candidates

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The Abia North Youth Agenda (ANYA) has issued a stern warning to political actors ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that the era of entitlement politics and recycled leadership in Abia North is coming to an end. ‎In a strongly worded statement signed by its Convener, Hon. Udoeze Kalu, the youth pressure group made it clear that it will not be part of premature political calculations or sentimental endorsements, insisting that only candidates with proven competence, integrity, and capacity to deliver will earn its support. ‎ANYA stated unequivocally that its mandate is to protect the political future and development…

Jan

13

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ifemba Age Grade of Okon-Aku Commissions Tarred Road to Mark Traditional Retirement

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, News, OhafiaAbia State, Metro, Nigeria, Politics

https://youtu.be/8AriK3EEMcU?si=5ReN-5aeAw7K60DZ The ancient town of Okon-Aku Ohafia, in Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State, came alive on December 29, 2025, as sons and daughters of the community gathered to witness the traditional retirement ceremony of the Ifemba Age Grade from active community service. The event, which drew indigenes from across Nigeria and the diaspora, marked a significant milestone in the life of the age grade. Traditionally, such retirement ceremonies are moments of thanksgiving to God for life, strength, and the opportunity to serve one’s community to the fullest. For members of the Ifemba Age Grade, the occasion was both…