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Abia State House of Assembly Moves to Protect Rehabilitated Roads, Regulate VIO Activities in Aba as Lawmakers Table Fresh Motions at Plenary
By @TheKELVINATOR, The Eyes Opener News | February 2026
The Abia State House of Assembly has recorded another significant legislative milestone as two new motions aimed at improving road safety and regulating enforcement activities were formally introduced during plenary.
At the heart of the session were proposals that reflect growing concerns over infrastructure preservation and urban order, particularly in areas recently benefiting from government interventions.
Leading the first proposal, Hon. Isienyi Boniface, representing Ikwuano LGA, presented Motion H.A.M. 45, which seeks urgent government action to halt the construction of poorly designed speed bumps by residents on newly rehabilitated roads across the state.
The motion highlights the increasing trend of unauthorized speed breakers springing up on roads that have just undergone reconstruction.
Lawmakers expressed concern that such unregulated structures not only undermine the durability of the roads but also pose safety risks to motorists and commuters. The proposal urges the State Government to take decisive steps to prevent indiscriminate road alterations and to establish proper guidelines for traffic calming measures where necessary.
In a related development, Hon. Ucheonye Stephen Akachukwu of Aba Central State Constituency introduced Motion H.A.M. 46, calling for the establishment of clear operational regulations to control the activities of Vehicle Inspection Officers within the commercial city of Aba.
The motion underscores complaints from residents and motorists regarding the conduct and operational patterns of VIO officials in the city. It seeks the formulation of structured guidelines that would ensure professionalism, prevent excesses, and promote smoother traffic management in one of the state’s busiest economic hubs.
Both motions have been officially received by the House and are scheduled for further legislative debate and consideration in subsequent sittings.
Meanwhile, a separate motion, H.A.M. 44, sponsored by Hon. Godwin Adiele of Ukwa West, was set aside during the session. The proposal had focused on the installation of proper street signage across cities in Abia State.
However, after deliberation, the House resolved not to proceed with the motion, citing constitutional provisions that vest the responsibility for street signage management in Local Government Councils rather than the State Assembly.
The plenary session once again demonstrated the Assembly’s commitment to legislative oversight, infrastructure protection, and responsive governance, as lawmakers continue to engage critical issues affecting residents across Abia State.