Archives Tag: Abia State

Everyday Heroes

Nkechi Rosalind Colwill: A Beacon of Compassion

April 19, 2022

  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 … Continue reading Nkechi Rosalind Colwill: A Beacon of Compassion

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BUSINESS

Abia State Introduces Digital Tax System for Traders and Transporters

April 19, 2022

  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 … Continue reading Abia State Introduces Digital Tax System for Traders and Transporters

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SPORTS

Former Super Eagles Star Ojigwe Appointed Commissioner For Sports

April 19, 2022

  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 … Continue reading Former Super Eagles Star Ojigwe Appointed Commissioner For Sports

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Fashion

Abia State Makes Noble Igwe #MADEINABA Ambassador

April 19, 2022

  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 … Continue reading Abia State Makes Noble Igwe #MADEINABA Ambassador

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BUSINESS Fashion Top 100 SMEs

2019 CN’s Top 100 Emerging SMEs: Seams Classics

April 19, 2022

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, … Continue reading 2019 CN’s Top 100 Emerging SMEs: Seams Classics

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Personality

Women You Should Know: Arunma Oteh

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Arunma Oteh

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Food Nigeria in Detail

Did You Know? 5 Delicacies that are Indigenous to Abia State

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading Did You Know? 5 Delicacies that are Indigenous to Abia State

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Nigeria in Detail Tourism Travel

Do You Know? Cultural Tourism in Abia State

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading Do You Know? Cultural Tourism in Abia State

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Law

The Supreme Court And Orji Uzor Kalu’s Conviction

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading The Supreme Court And Orji Uzor Kalu’s Conviction

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Discover Nigeria Nigeria in Detail Personality Social Media

5 Men From Abia State To Follow On Social Media

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading 5 Men From Abia State To Follow On Social Media

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Tourism Travel

Where to Travel to: Arochukwu

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading Where to Travel to: Arochukwu

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Food

Recipe for Ofe Achara

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading Recipe for Ofe Achara

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Food

South Eastern Delicacies: Ofe Achara, the Traditional Soup of Abia State

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading South Eastern Delicacies: Ofe Achara, the Traditional Soup of Abia State

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Politics

The New Aba Women Protest and the Trials of Okezie Ikpeazu

April 19, 2022

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 … Continue reading The New Aba Women Protest and the Trials of Okezie Ikpeazu

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Tourism travel

3 Things To Do In Abia State

April 19, 2022

Now that we know all the fun places to visit in Abia state, here are three major things every tourist must do there: 1. Go on a City Tour A city tour involves driving around a town and some places have a lot of landmarks to see. For instance, if you visit Aba, you can have … Continue reading 3 Things To Do In Abia State

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