NDLEA Seeks Skills Training Support for Rehabilitated Drug Users
The Abia State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has called for stronger collaboration with the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) to support the reintegration of individuals recovering from drug abuse through skills acquisition and employment opportunities. The NDLEA State Commander, Chilee Chigbu, made the appeal during a visit to the Abia […]
Mobile Phone Stolen from Lawmaker Amid Funeral Crowd
A thief reportedly stole a mobile phone belonging to Amobi Ogah, member representing Umunneochi/Isuikwuato Federal Constituency, during a state funeral in Umuahia, Abia State. The incident occurred on Thursday at the International Conference Centre (ICC), where the state government held a burial ceremony for the late Evangelist Rev Uma Ukpai. Reports indicated that the thief […]
Otti Signs Senior Citizens Welfare Law In Abia
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has signed into law a Senior Citizens Bill providing lifelong welfare support for indigenes aged 60 and above. The new law guarantees a monthly stipend, full access to healthcare in public hospitals, and priority treatment in government services for eligible senior citizens across the state. Otti signed the bill alongside […]
Abia Inaugurates Safe Schools Steering Committee
The Abia State Government has inaugurated the Abia State Safe Schools Steering Committee to enhance the protection of lives and property in educational institutions across the state. The Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists at the Government House on the outcome of the state executive council meeting chaired by […]
