#Abia State

A middle-aged man was arrested on Sunday for allegedly attempting to steal a vehicle parked outside the Assemblies of God Church on Item Street in Umuahia, Abia State. This incident follows a recent car theft involving a Toyota Sienna belonging to the wife of a traditional ruler, HRH Eze Izuwa, which occurred just a month prior.

The media team of former Abia State Governor Theodore Orji has denied social media reports claiming that operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) conducted a raid related to him. They described the reports as 'deliberately crafted' misinformation.

Dr. Kelechi Anosike, the 2027 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State, has criticized the ban on commercial motorcycles, stating that it negatively impacts the community. He promises to implement a welfarist government that will prioritize humane policies if elected.

The Abia State Government has inaugurated an anti-corruption steering committee aimed at implementing the state's anti-corruption framework and promoting transparency. This initiative is part of the government's efforts to combat corruption within the state.

Two men impersonating agents of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) were arrested in Abia State following a viral video that depicted them assaulting a tricycle rider. The incident has raised concerns about impersonation and public safety, prompting police action against the suspects.

The Abia State Government has initiated the enforcement of a ban on motorcycle operations in the cities of Aba, Umuahia, and Ohafia. This action is part of broader measures intended to enhance security and public safety in the region.