On 13 October 2026, the Abia State Government delegation visited the Abia Industrial and Innovation Park (AIIP) in Owaza, Ukwa West LGA, to assess site requirements and advance preparations for the Park’s development.

The visit was led by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Ph.D.; the newly appointed MD/CEO, Ms. Sandra Ivonye-Ntofon; Commissioner for Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Prof. Joel Ogbonna; Commissioners for Information, Prince Okey Kanu; Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Philemon Asonye; Commissioner for Lands, Hon. Chaka Chukwumereije; Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Engr. Ikechukwu Monday and Special Adviser to the Governor on Energy, Kachi Etuluo among other government officials. 

The visit focused on infrastructure needs, site security and the next phase of implementation.

With renewed government support and a new management team in place, AIIP is working towards its vision of becoming a major hub for industry, innovation and investment in Abia State.