The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has blacklisted some secondary schools in Abia State from taking part in the regional body’s examination over involvement in examination malpractice. Commissioner for Education Uche Eme Uche disclosed this during a press briefing in Umuahia. Uche said that the state had just been informed by WAEC about the development.…

Abia House of Assembly passed a bill on Tuesday to stop the payment of pensions to former governors and their deputies in the state. It is entitled: “A Bill (H.A.B 11:) for a Law to Revoke the Abia State Governors and Deputy Governors Pensions Law No 4 of 2001 and for other Matters connected therewith.”…

The Abia Government says it has recorded three suspected cases of measles in Arochukwu and Umunneochi Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state.

In a refreshing shift from headlines dominated by unrest, the Peace In South East Project (PISE-P) is weaving a new narrative for the region – one of hope, stability, and full bellies. Their "Food for Peace Initiative" marks a pivotal step towards nourishing more than just the bodies of residents in Abia state; it aims…

The Government of Abia State is set to hold a grand civic reception in honour of their illustrious son, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, who emerged Deputy Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives. The event scheduled to take place Thursday, 28th December 2023 at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia, will have the Governor, Dr. Alex…

The Abia Police Command has confirmed Saturday’s alleged abduction of four underaged children in Umuahia by their unidentified female neighbour. The incident happened barely three weeks after the alleged disappearance of four schoolchildren of the same parents in Umuda Community, a suburb of Umuahia. The command’s Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Maureen Chinaka, confirmed the…

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has urged the government at all levels in Nigeria to prioritise the security of lives and properties.

Gov. Alex Otti of Abia has said that his administration initiated measures to cut down the cost of governance to the barest minimum and save money.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) handed a 14-day ultimatum to Abia governor, Dr. Alex Otti, on Monday to restore the elected officials of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in the state.

The immediate-past Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Abia State, Chief Eze Chikamnayo, has urged the state governor, Alex Otti to tread carefully over the appointment of the mayor of Aba city.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has condemned the beheading of Mr. Zachary Maduka in Uturu, Isiukwuato Local Government Area of Abia State.

• Anambra workers chased out of offices  Nigeria Labour Congress’ (NLC) warning strike, yesterday, partially paralysed commercial activities within the Enugu metropolis. Although federal and state secretariats were open, some workers stayed away, even as the courtrooms were under lock and key. Commercial banks opened much later in the day for business activities. Recall that…