In a significant development, the Bill for the creation of Aba State has passed its first reading on the floor of the House of Representatives. Sponsored by Hon. Ginger Onwusibe and three others, the Bill aims to create a new state out of the current Abia State, with the proposed Aba State comprising nine Local Government Areas.
The creation of Aba State, when passed into law, will bring the total number of states in the South East Region to six, achieving parity with other geopolitical zones in Nigeria. This development is expected to have far-reaching implications for the region, driving development, and opening up opportunities for commerce, industry, and megacity development.
The proposed Aba State will comprise Aba North, Aba South, Isiala Ngwa North, Isiala Ngwa South, Obingwa, Osisioma Ngwa, Ugwunagbo, Ukwa East, and Ukwa West Local Government Areas. The creation of Aba State is expected to bring governance closer to the people, foster economic growth, and enhance the overall development of the region.
The sponsors of the Bill, Hon. Ginger Onwusibe, Hon. Munachim Alozie, Hon. Chris Nkwonta, and Hon. Ifeanyi Ikwechegh, have been commended for their efforts in pushing for the creation of Aba State. The Bill's passage is seen as a significant step towards addressing the region's marginalization and underdevelopment.
The creation of Aba State is expected to have a positive impact on the entire nation, as it will open up new opportunities for economic growth, industrialization, and megacity development. The region is known for its commercial and industrial prowess, and the creation of Aba State is expected to further enhance its contribution to the nation's economy.