Umuahia is on the verge of securing its place on Nigeria’s upscale hospitality map as the Abia State Government moves closer to finalising a partnership with hilton to develop a five-star hotel under the renowned DoubleTree by Hilton brand.The ambitious project gained momentum on June 18, 2026, when a high-level delegation from Hilton International arrived…
The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, has approved the ban on commercial motorcycle operations, popularly known as “Okada,” within the metropolitan areas of Umuahia, Aba, and Ohafia.In a statement issued by the Abia State Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, the ban will take effect from tomorrow ,Monday, June 22, 2026.According to…
By Ndife David, Awka The Anambra State Government has unveiled far-reaching reforms aimed at restructuring the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, tightening regulations against fraudulent developers, land grabbers, quacks, and other unqualified practitioners operating within the construction and built-environment sector.The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Barr. Chijioke Ojukwu, announced the measures…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has conducted its 2026 digital promotion examination for over 10,005 personnel nationwide.In a statement issued by the Deputy Corps Commander and Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC Headquarters, Abuja, Mr. Osondu Ohaeri, the exercise was described as a landmark demonstration of the commitment of the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, to…
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, on Thursday in Lagos unveiled two newly acquired Boeing 737-800 Next Generation (NG) aircraft by United Nigeria Airlines.The two aircraft are named in honour of two distinguished sons of Nigeria: the late Professor Chinua Achebe, the globally acclaimed literary icon, and His Royal Majesty, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe,…
