Abia news today from The Trumpet: government and politics, security, roads, technology and sports from Umuahia, Aba, Ohafia, Arochukwu and across Abia State, updated every time we publish a new Abia story.
Abia State was created on 27 August 1991 from part of the old Imo State, with Umuahia as its capital. Known as God’s Own State, it is home to Aba, one of Nigeria’s busiest commercial and manufacturing centres, and borders Imo, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Ebonyi and Enugu states.
Abia State at a glance
| Capital | Umuahia |
|---|---|
| Created | 27 August 1991 (from Imo State) |
| Governor | Alex Otti (since May 2023) |
| Local government areas | 17 |
| Senatorial districts | Abia North, Abia Central, Abia South |
| Population (2006 census) | 2,845,380 |
| Slogan | God’s Own State |
| Region | South-East Nigeria |
What we cover in Abia
- Government: Governor Alex Otti’s administration, including a new salary structure for teachers, the site for Aba Open University and a $13.1m CNG project.
- Politics: the road to 2027, from Otti’s explanation of his support for Tinubu to “Obi! Obi!” chants at a Ben Kalu event.
- Security and crime: policing and the army, such as the arrest of 19 pipeline vandals and a suspected counterfeit currency factory in Aba.
- Roads and technology: infrastructure, including calls to rebuild the Owerri-Aba Expressway and the NUCAP telecom tower launch.
- Sports: Abia Comets and national events, such as the volleyball league finals in Umuahia.
Latest Abia news
Bayelsa United Beat Abia Comets 1-0 As Godswill Ibomo Scores Winning Goal In NNL Opener
Bayelsa United began their 2026/2027 Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign on a winning note after defeating Abia Comets 1-0 in…
“Obi! Obi!” Chants Interrupt Ben Kalu’s Tinubu Campaign at Abia Cultural Festival
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, reportedly faced repeated chants of “Obi! Obi!” from a crowd during…
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Blames Uzodimma Over Deplorable Owerri-Aba Federal Highway, Urges Tinubu, Umahi to Intervene
Ohanaeze Ndigbo has described the deplorable condition of the Owerri-Aba Federal Highway as a national emergency, blaming Imo State Governor…
Abia Dismisses Report Of Non-Passage Of State Police Bill By State House Of Assembly
The Abia State Government has dismissed reports that the State House of Assembly has not passed the State Police Bill,…
Abia to Host 2026 National Division 1 and 2 Volleyball League Finals in Umuahia
Abia State will host the 2026 National Division 1 and Division 2 Volleyball League Finals in Umuahia from November 12…
Army Arrests 19 Pipeline Vandals, Including Police Sergeant, In Abia
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 19 suspected pipeline vandals, including a serving police sergeant, allegedly caught stealing underground…
Nigeria Launches NUCAP in Abia, Targets 3,700 Telecom Towers to Connect 20 Million People
The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Universal Communication Access Project (NUCAP), beginning with the commissioning of its first telecommunications…
Police Arrest 40-Year-Old Man Over Alleged Counterfeit Currency Factory In Aba
The Abia State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man, identified as John Paul, after police officers allegedly uncovered a…
Abia 2027: ADC Candidate Kalu Kalu Challenges Otti to Show One Project in Ohafia
African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate Kalu Kalu has challenged Abia State Governor Alex Otti to identify one state government…
Alex Otti Explains Support for Tinubu, Says He Has Labour Party Candidate for 2027
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has explained his support for President Bola Tinubu, saying his position reflects his responsibilities as…
Ohanaeze Urges FG to Reconstruct Owerri-Aba Expressway
The Global Executive Committee of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has urged the Federal Government to rehabilitate and reconstruct the Owerri-Aba Expressway,…
Alex Otti Says He Will Retire From Politics After 2031 Tenure
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has reiterated that he will retire from active politics after completing his tenure in 2031,…
Abia State Approves ₦200 Million Campaign Permit Fee for Presidential Candidates Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Abia State Government has announced that political parties fielding presidential candidates in the 2027 general elections will pay ₦200…
Governor Otti Expresses Support For$13.1m CNG Project In Abia
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has expressed support for a proposed $13.1 Million Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) mother station project…
You Have No Choice But To Accept Me As Your Next Governor, Doris Ogala Tells Abia Residents
Nollywood actress and African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate for Abia State, Doris Ogala, has stirred reactions online after declaring…
Abia Crowned Champions At Maiden South-East Amateur Boxing Championship
Abia State emerged overall champions of the maiden South-East Amateur Boxing Championship after an impressive performance at the competition held…
Beyond Viral Beatings: How Landlord’s Account of Abia Assault Reignites Domestic Violence Debate
The arrest of 37-year-old Agwu Ukpo following a disturbing assault video involving a woman identified as Amarachi Chinyere has once…
NDLEA Arrests 2 Grandfathers For Supplying Drugs To Secondary School Students In Abia
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two grandfathers for allegedly supplying illicit drugs to secondary school students…
Nollywood Actor Alex Ekubo To Be Laid To Rest In Arochukwu
Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo is to be laid to rest on June 18 in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State…
Kalu allegedly bows out of Abia guber race
There are indications that the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has bowed out of the Abia…
Abia news: frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Abia State?
Umuahia is the capital of Abia State. Aba is its largest commercial city.
When was Abia State created?
Abia State was created on 27 August 1991 from part of the old Imo State.
How many local government areas are in Abia State?
Abia State has 17 local government areas, across three senatorial districts: Abia North, Abia Central and Abia South.
Who is the governor of Abia State?
Alex Otti has been Governor of Abia State since May 2023.
Why is Abia called God’s Own State?
“God’s Own State” is Abia’s official slogan.
Where can I read the latest Abia news today?
This page updates automatically whenever The Trumpet publishes a story about Abia, so the newest reports always appear in the Latest Abia news section.
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