Abia state news today
Here are some news updates from Abia State, Nigeria for today:
Breaking News
- The Abia State Government has announced the reopening of the Aba-Owerri Road, which was closed due to a collapsed bridge. The road is now open to traffic, but motorists are advised to exercise caution. (Source: Vanguard News)
- The Abia State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old man, Chukwuemeka Nwosu, for allegedly killing his 25-year-old wife, Nneoma Nwosu, in their home in Umuahia. (Source: The Nation)
Politics
- The Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has appealed to the Federal Government to release the N13.2 billion bailout fund meant for the state. The governor said the fund is needed to address the state's financial challenges. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
- The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of planning to rig the 2023 governorship election in the state. The APC said it has uncovered a plot by the PDP to manipulate the electoral process. (Source: Daily Trust)
Economy
- The Abia State Government has announced plans to establish a cassava processing plant in the state. The plant is expected to create jobs and boost the state's economy. (Source: This Day Live)
- The Abia State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ABACCIMA) has called on the state government to provide support to small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in the state. The chamber said SMEs are the backbone of the state's economy. (Source: BusinessDay)
Education
- The Abia State Government has announced the reopening of schools in the state, which were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The government said schools will reopen on Monday, March 1. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
- The Abia State University (ABSU) has announced the appointment of a new Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ikechi Mgbeoji. Professor Mgbeoji takes over from Professor Ikechi Nwosu, who has retired. (Source: The Guardian)
These are just a few of the news updates from Abia State for today.