Abia State
Coverage of Abia State in the Nexus archive.
- Nigeria: Two Terms Enough, Bende Stakeholders Press Kalu to Step Down in 2027 Elections
Stakeholders in Bende Local Government Area, Abia State, have rejected a claimed endorsement of Hon. Benjamin Kalu seeking a third term. They urge him to step down in the 2027 elections.
- Abia demands probe over police killing of Nigerian in South Africa
Abia State has condemned the torture and killing of Mr. Ibe by South African police, demanding justice. Concerns are growing over the safety of Nigerians in South Africa due to rising anti-migrant violence.
- Abia to begin urgent flood, erosion control works in affected communities
Abia State is set to begin urgent flood and erosion control works in affected communities. An official revealed that the Abia State Climate Change Policy Document is awaiting the governor’s approval, aiming to address environmental challenges.
- Otti’s gradual but steady push into the future of basic education in Abia, By Ururu Aja
Otti is advancing basic education in Abia State through smart schools that outperform all primary schools, including private ones. The article highlights the state's commitment to educational innovation.
- Abia State Leadership Academy: A governor’s bold investment in the soul of a nation, By Kenneth Kalu
The article highlights Governor Otti's infrastructure achievements but emphasizes his establishment of the Abia State Leadership Academy as a transformative, less visible investment in leadership development. It frames the academy as a critical, enduring contribution to the state's future.
- Otti backs establishment of $13.1m CNG project in Abia
Otti supports a $13.1m Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) project in Abia State, proposed by Earthoc Group and partners. The project involves establishing a CNG mother station with a capacity of 14.13 million Standard Cubic Feet Per Day in Owaza, Ukwa West Local Government Area.
- Abia, neighbouring states in talks for regional railway project – Otti
Abia State Governor Otti stated that the state government engaged a Chinese company to design a railway project initially focused on linking parts of Abia, which has since been expanded to a regional network involving neighboring states. Talks are ongoing among Abia and its neighbors to develop this regional railway.
- Deputy Speaker clarifies ₦1 billion vote for Bende church instruments
The Deputy Speaker clarified that a ₦1 billion allocation for churches in Bende Federal Constituency of Abia State is meant to support youth engagement, character development, community outreach, and campaigns against social vices, not just musical instruments. The provision was initially reported to be for church instruments.
- ‘He ran away after I fainted,’ assaulted woman narrates ordeal
A woman recounted being assaulted in an apartment in Aba, Abia State, with the suspect fleeing after she fainted. The incident was captured on video and reported by Premium Times Nigeria.