By: Chuks Ogbu 

 

The 2025 edition of Aba international trade fair yesterday Sunday 14th of December came to it's conclusion, with a closing ceremony that attracted so many high ranking individuals in the State.

The event which had the Abia State Governor Dr Alex Otti ably represented by His Deputy Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu saw the exhibition of so many made in Abia goods ranging from foot wears, hand bags, garments, edibles etc, it also had some electronics and electronical equipments on display.

Speaking at the event, The State Governor, represented by his Deputy Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu expressed his happiness at the success of the exercise and also pledged the State governments continued support to small and medium enterprises in the State and the ministry of trade and commerce.

Speaking to Newsmen on the sidelines of the event, The Chairman Eziukwu road market Aba Hon. Oba Moses Ibe who also doubles as the Chairman Of Abia State market leaders thanked the State governments and Mr governor for their support in strengthen the business landscape in the State and also pledged his unalloyed support to the administration of Dr Alex Otti.

The event which had in attendance The Honourable Commissioner for trade and commerce Dr Mrs Salome Obiukwu , The Mayor of Aba North Hon. Timothy Kalu Iheke, the mayor of Aba South Hon. Obialor and a host of other top government officials.

The 2nd Aba International Trade Fair was held at the Aba Mega Mall Osisioma Aba from the 10th to the 14th of December  2025, it was themed "Sustaining the Momentum: Unlocking Abia's Economic Potential," featuring local and international participation.