Abia State Archives - Page 194 of 377

Jul

06

2025

‎Governor Otti Secures Release Of Citizens On Death Row After 26Years in Prison

Abia State, Metro, News, PoliticsAbia State, Alex Otti, Metro, Politics

Facilitates Their Reintegration Into Society ‎‎The intervention of Abia State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has helped Mr. Ogbonnaya Igbojionu, an Abia citizen, and two other citizens of Nigeria from other regions to regain their freedom after 26 years in prison after they were sentenced to death. ‎‎Presenting the released individuals on Saturday 6th June, to Governor Otti, Hon. Simon Oshi from Enugu State, who contacted the Governor for his intervention, said that he got the information about the case through a social media influencer, Olumide Ogunsanwo, popularly known on the social Media space as "Sea King" and…

Jul

06

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia Police Command Records Major Breakthroughs, Arrests 245 Suspects in Crime Crackdown

Abia State, Metro, NewsAbia State, Crime, Metro, Police

The Abia State Police Command has made significant strides in its fight against crime, apprehending 245 suspects and rescuing multiple victims in a series of operations conducted between January and June 2025. The efforts, which also led to the recovery of illegal firearms, vehicles, and illicit drugs, underscore the command’s commitment to enhancing public safety across the state. During a press briefing on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Command Headquarters in Umuahia, Commissioner of Police Danladi Isa detailed the achievements. The operations resulted in the arrest of 230 male and 15 female suspects, many of whom are now facing…

Jun

29

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

2nd Year Anniversary: Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Set to Commission All Year One (2024/2025) Constituency Projects

Abia State, Metro, News, Ohafia, Politics, Sponsored2027, Abia State, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Metro, Nigeria, Ohafia, Politics

As part of activities marking his second anniversary in the House of Representatives, Hon. Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member Representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, is set to commission a series of vital constituency projects executed across selected wards under the 2024 and 2025 budget years. The commissioning ceremony, scheduled for dates to be announced in July 2025, will highlight two years of impactful and people-centered representation that goes beyond legislation. These projects reflect Hon. Osonwa’s commitment to grassroots development and the fulfillment of his promise to deliver projects in no fewer than six wards each year. They will add to several…

Jun

29

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Celebrating the New Udumeze of Ohafia: Ezieogo Amb. Uka Uba Anya, Ph.D.

Abia State, Cultural Heritage, Lifestyle, Metro, News, Ohafia, SponsoredAbia State, culture, Ohafia

We joyfully announce the enthronement of His Royal Paramountcy, Ezieogo Amb. Uka Uba Anya, Ph.D., as the latest Udumeze of Ohafia. The selection and coronation process was steeped in tradition, with the Kingmakers, Nde Imaga Uwa, performing the sacred anointing ceremony (Isuyi Nzu Ishi). The Elu community is abuzz with excitement as Ohafia parade and celebrate their new Udumeze, proudly showcasing the rich cultural heritage.As the Ebiri of Elu, Ezieogo Uka Uba Anya embodies the values and traditions of the land. We extend our warmest congratulations to His Royal Paramountcy, Udumeze of Ohafia, on this momentous occasion. May his reign…

Jun

27

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Reps to Probe Alleged ₦6 Billion Police Contract Scam Following Motion Of Urgent National Importance By Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa

Abia State, News, PoliticsIbe Okwara Osonwa, Nigeria, Police, Politics

Reps to investigate alleged police contract racketeering after motion of urgent national importance by Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the alleged contract racketeering in the Nigerian Police Force amounting to billions of naira. The decision was taken after a motion of urgent national importance moved by the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia federal constituency, Abia, Ibe Osonwa during the plenary on Thursday in Abuja. Mr Osonwa had raised concerns over the alleged award of N6 billion contract by the Nigerian Police Procurement department without due process which according to him was erosion of public trust.…