Abia has sixth highest HIV prevalence rate in Nigeria, says U.S. envoy
“The U.S. will work with the (Abia) state government and other stakeholders to close the HIV treatment gap.”
Tag: Governor Okezie Ikpeazu
Abia government launches social identity scheme
An identity number would also be required in school enrollment and other businesses citizens have with the government, Governor Okezie ...
Explosives found in Abia primary school
The government has temporarily shut down the school.
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I thank God I went to prison – Kalu
“My going to prison is part of my life script and I am thankful God allowed it,” Orji Kalu says.
Nigerian Governors Take Fools’ Ride To Next Level, By Azu Ishiekwene
We’re not fooled by this attempt to give delinquency a new name. We know these folks are members of different ...
Governor Ikpeazu dissolves State Executive Council
Some officials were not affected by Mr Ikpeazu's cabinet dissolution.
Abia govt approves reopening of schools
The govt says all school heads and proprietors must ensure the observance of COVID-19 protocols for the safety of teachers ...
As ex-governors, deputies get outrageous pension packages, retired civil servants scramble for crumbs
Many states find it difficult to pay the pensions of their retired civil servants but have no qualms awarding humongous ...
Ikpeazu imposes 24-hour curfew in Aba, Umuahia
The curfew followed the killing of two policemen and burning of two police stations in the state.
Abia university staff protest non-payment of salaries
The state has released N400m to enable the school pay the wages.
Abia govt owes polytechnic lecturers 20 months salaries – ASUP
ASUP has written to the human rights commission on the matter of the Abia lecturers.
Abia governor sacks commissioner, council boss
No reason was given for the sack and suspension of the officials.
Abia Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, tests positive for coronavirus
His deputy, Use Oko Chukwu, will act as governor while Mr Okezie is in isolation.
Abia residents blame porous boundaries for COVID-19 cases
As of May 18, there are five cases of COVID-19, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control.
COVID-19: Abia residents react to compulsory wearing of face masks order
The governor on Tuesday announced the compulsory wearing of face masks, among other precautionary measures against the spread of the ...
Ikpeazu swears in three new judges
The governor charged the judges to contribute to the building of a strong and reliable judicial system in the state.
INEC tenders final exhibits to Abia governorship election petition tribunal
INEC opened its defence last Thursday.
Gov. Ikpeazu inaugurates commissioner, council chairmen
Okiyi Kalu had previously served as information commissioner.
Elections: Abia govt, opposition trade accusations over fake result sheets
The governor and the gubernatorial candidate are political foes.
2019 Polls: Abia governorship debate ends in chaos, many injured
Abia governor, Mr Ikpeazu was smuggled out of the venue as stampede ensued.
Abia gov presents N139.54 billion Appropriation Bill for 2019 fiscal year
The budget outlay is slightly less than that of 2018, which was N140. 9 billion.
Abia governor appoints new Head of Service, 3 perm secs
The governor says the civil service is the engine room that runs the government
NJC recommends sack of two judges, issues stern warning to two others
The NJC gave reasons for its recommendations.
Abia governor backtracks, obeys NJC directive
“Our desire is to stabilise the judicial system of the state.”
National Judicial Council queries, suspends acting Abia Chief Judge
The regulatory body recommends an acting chief judge for the state.
