Abia
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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What appeared to have angered the 44-year-old politician from Abia state in south-eastern Nigeria was the driver’s request that he come outside to collect the delivery.
From BBC
Abia state Governor Alex Otti said young people should “think about the implications of pouring out onto the streets”, warning it might cause more harm than good.
From BBC
“You’re monitoring it for threats? Sure. You need to ensure safety,” said 40-year-old Thomas Abia.
From Seattle Times
At the Federal Medical Center in Nigeria’s Abia state, Dr. Chigozie Ozurumba said doctors can only hope that things get better for them, with the strike seen as a last resort.
From Washington Times
The working conditions are worse for doctors in state-owned hospitals like the Abia State University Teaching Hospital where doctors are owed 24 months’ salary in arrears.
From Seattle Times
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