24-Hour Power Supply in Aba — A Turning Point for Local and National Businesses
The fashion brand Beyond Clothing NG has announced through its Instagram account that it now enjoys a 24-hour uninterrupted power supply in Aba, Abia State. In an enthusiastic post titled “Aba Has Done It! 24-Hour of Power Is Here!”, the company celebrated the milestone made possible by Aba Power and Geometric Power, describing it as […]
10 Best Businesses to Start in Aba, Abia State
Aba is one of Nigeria’s leading commercial cities. It, along with Onitsha, is a major economic nerve centre in the country’s South East, with markets attracting visitors from across West Africa. But for all of its entrepreneurial allure, the aspiring founder may struggle to carve out ground to thrive on within it. Unless you […]
Nkechi Rosalind Colwill: A Beacon of Compassion
In 1981, an overseas mission beckoned Nkechi Rosalind Colwill, a young nurse with a passion for service. Her destination was the Uzuakoli Leprosy Centre in Nigeria, where she embarked on a mission that would leave an indelible mark on countless lives. Read more about Everyday Heroes Arriving in Uzuakoli, Abia State, she witnessed a […]
Abia State Introduces Digital Tax System for Traders and Transporters
The government of Abia State has introduced a new digital tax system for transporters and traders within its domain, with the aim of eradicating tax fraud and raising its Internally Generated Revenue. The state governor, Dr Alex Otti, disclosed this on Tuesday. Read more about Business According to Dr. Otti, the digitalized tax collection […]
Former Super Eagles Star Ojigwe Appointed Commissioner For Sports
Retired Nigerian footballer Karibe Paschal Ojigwe has been appointed the Sports Commissioner for Abia State. Read more about Sports The former Super Eagles defensive midfielder was sworn in alongside 26 other commissioners on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, by State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu after screening and confirmation by the Abia State House of Assembly. Governor […]
Abia State Makes Noble Igwe #MADEINABA Ambassador
Local entrepreneurship is not something that gets a lot of good rep even among Nigerians. We do not rate our own for the most part so, talent when it actually shows does not get noticed. Aba has suffered from this notion for the longest time and though it can be viewed both ways, what […]
2019 CN’s Top 100 Emerging SMEs: Seams Classics
Seams Classics is a clothing line based in the city of Aba in Abia State. It produces moderately priced corporate and casual wear for men. The clothing brand was founded in 2018 by a group of entrepreneurs and fashion enthusiasts. Read more about 2019 CN’s Top 100 Emerging SMEs Although the company began in 2018, […]
Women You Should Know: Arunma Oteh
Background Arunma Oteh is of Nigerian-British national. She hails from Abia State. She studied at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, earning a first class honors degree in Computer Science. She went on to the Harvard Business School where she obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration. She co-edited the book, African Voices, African Visions. In […]
Did You Know? 5 Delicacies that are Indigenous to Abia State
Abia State is located in southeastern Nigeria. This state which has been dubbed “God’s Own State” has Umuahia as its capital. The people of Abia are reputed to be industrious and hospitable. They have an interesting culture too. This culture finds expression in their food. Today, we’ll briefly discuss five delicacies that are indigenous to […]
Do You Know? Cultural Tourism in Abia State
Africa is full of cultural diversities, and Nigeria is no exception. Within each ethnic group in Nigeria lies diversities that give us a rich cultural heritage. Read more about Travel and Tourism An aspect of cultural heritage that makes domestic tourism within a delight is myths. Most tourist destinations in Nigeria have a myth or […]
The Supreme Court And Orji Uzor Kalu’s Conviction
The Supreme court acted according to law not minding whoever is involved. You see, the issue of jurisdiction is sacred in law and once a court acts without it any judgment therefrom no matter how brilliantly delivered must fail. See the case of ISAAC OBIUWEBI V. CENTRAL BANK OF NIGERIA (2011) 7 NWLR PT 465 […]
5 Men From Abia State To Follow On Social Media
Nigeria is a diverse country comprising people of various ethnic nationalities and states. It helps to acknowledge the greatness of the country by highlighting natives of the country who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields. There are a plethora of such individuals throughout Nigeria – in all 36 states – from Abia to […]
Where to Travel to: Arochukwu
Welcome to one of the most historic places in Igbo land. Arochukwu is the third biggest city in Abia State, with over 19 villages in the region. It was once the Aro Confederacy of Ibibio people before the British invasion and the Anglo-Aro war in the early part of the 20th century. Now it is the […]
Recipe for Ofe Achara
Ofe achara is a delicious soup that hails from Abia State. There are two major ingredients for this soup. The first is achara which is derived from the edible elephant grass. The second is grinded melon seeds which the natives mould and which they call akpuruakpu egusi. Read more about Nigerian Foods Ingredients: Egusi Osu […]
South Eastern Delicacies: Ofe Achara, the Traditional Soup of Abia State
The first time I ate Ofe Achara was at my friend’s traditional wedding at one of the communities in Isiala Ngwa Local Government Area. I was one of the asoebi ladies. While we were getting dressed, the bride’s younger sister walked in. Behind her were three waiters; each was carrying a small warmer. We were […]
The New Aba Women Protest and the Trials of Okezie Ikpeazu
In a fashion reminiscent of the Aba Women’s Riots of 1929 where women came out en masse to resist an unfair tax imposed on the people by the colonial administration, a group of women in Aba city on Tuesday, September 8, staged a mass protest. Hundreds of women who were mostly traders came out for […]