All Questions & Answers
Who is the current Governor of Abia State?
Dr. Alex Chioma Otti
What is the capital of Abia State?
Umuahia
Who is the current Deputy Governor of Abia State?
Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu
What is Abia State's slogan?
God's Own State
Who is the Speaker of Abia State House of Assembly?
Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Emeruwa
When was Abia State created?
August 27, 1991
Who is the Chief Judge of Abia State?
Justice Lilian Abai
How many Local Government Areas does Abia State have?
17
Who created Abia State?
General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida
Who represents Abia North Senatorial District?
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu
Which state was Abia carved from?
Imo State
Which geopolitical zone is Abia State in?
South-East
What are the indigenous ethnic groups of Abia State?
Igbo people
Who was the first military Governor of Abia State?
Colonel Frank Ajobena
Who represents Abia Central Senatorial District?
Senator Augustine Akobundu
What does ABIA stand for?
Aba, Bende, Isuikwuato, and Afikpo
What is the estimated population of Abia State?
Over 3.7 million people
What is Aba city famous for?
Made in Aba manufacturing, especially textiles, footwear, and leather products
Which states border Abia State?
Enugu, Imo, Ebonyi, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom
Who was the first civilian Governor of Abia State?
Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu
Who represents Abia South Senatorial District?
Senator Enyinnaya Harcourt Abaribe
What is Ariaria International Market known for?
One of the largest markets in West Africa, often called the China of Africa
Name three major towns in Abia State
Umuahia, Aba, Arochukwu, Ohafia, and Bende
What is the main economic base of Abia State?
Manufacturing, crude oil, natural gas, and agriculture
Which major rivers flow through Abia State?
Imo River and Aba River
What is the name of Abia State's football club?
Enyimba Football Club
What does Enyimba mean?
People's Elephant
How many CAF Champions League titles has Enyimba FC won?
Two (2)
What is the name of the main stadium in Abia State?
Enyimba International Stadium
Which languages are spoken in Abia State?
Igbo, English, and Ibibio
Which famous university is located in Abia State?
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
What is Aba city often called because of its manufacturing prowess?
Made in Aba or China of Africa
Which political party does Governor Alex Otti belong to?
Labour Party (LP)
When was Governor Alex Otti sworn into office?
May 29, 2023
Which former Nigerian Governor became Minister and passed away in 2024?
Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu
What is the capacity of Enyimba International Stadium?
16,000 seaters
What are the key agricultural products of Abia State?
Oil palm, yams, cassava, rice, and plantains
Which historical event occurred in Aba in 1929?
Aba Women's Riot against British colonial taxation
What percentage of Abia's population are Igbo?
95%
Which industry dominates Aba's economy?
Textile manufacturing, footwear, leather works, and plastics
How many Nigeria Premier League titles has Enyimba FC won?
Nine (9)
Which former Chief of Army Staff is from Abia State?
General Azubuike Ihejirika
What is the second largest city in Abia State?
Aba
Which Olympic medalist in Taekwondo is from Abia State?
Chika Chukwumerije
What is the Abia State Polytechnic now called?
Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic
Which historical confederacy existed in Abia before colonization?
Aro Confederacy
What is the commercial capital of Abia State?
Aba
Which brewing company has operations in Abia State?
Nigerian Breweries, Aba and Golden Guinea Breweries, Umuahia
What rank does Abia State hold in Nigeria by Human Development Index?
8th position
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