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The Asa Liberation Movement (ALM), a socio-political organization in Asa, Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, has formally rejected the senatorial ambition of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe and called for justice over the killing of an Asa youth, Mr. Chinye Uchenna.
The resolutions were reached during the group\'s monthly meeting held on June 15, 2026, at the residence of the movement\'s leader, Hon. Emeka Adiele. The gathering attracted members and supporters from various communities across Asa and Ukwa.
Speaking at the meeting, Adiele commended members for their large turnout, describing it as a demonstration of the growing acceptance and confidence in the movement\'s vision and leadership.
Members observed a minute of silence in honour of Mr. Chinye Uchenna, an indigene of Umukalu Asa, who was reportedly killed by unidentified assailants in the early hours of Sunday. The attackers were said to have escaped with the victim\'s motorcycle after the incident.
Condemning the killing, ALM called on security agencies to conduct a comprehensive investigation, arrest those responsible, and ensure they are brought to justice. The group also sympathized with the bereaved family and the Umukalu Asa community, pledging its support during the burial arrangements.
On the political scene, the movement expressed strong opposition to the emergence of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe as the Labour Party\'s candidate for the Abia South Senatorial District, arguing that his lengthy tenure in the National Assembly has not yielded sufficient benefits for the people of the district.
The group maintained that after nearly two decades in the Senate, Abaribe should allow another individual the opportunity to represent the constituency and advance its interests.
ALM further alleged that the senator failed to fulfill commitments made to the movement during the 2023 election campaign period, a development it said influenced its decision to withdraw support for his current bid.
Consequently, the movement announced that it would not back Abaribe\'s senatorial aspiration and cautioned members against actions that contradict its collective position, warning that disciplinary measures could be imposed on defaulters.
The organization also criticized the performance of the Abia State representative on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Board, Chief Dr. Eruba Dimgba, accusing him of neglecting several road projects in Asa communities after their inauguration.
Among the projects cited were the Umuololo-Okohia-Uzuaku-Imo River Road, 144 Battalion-Obuzor Road, Ezendioma-Umuorie Road, Umuadienwe Road, and Umuiku-Owo Road. The group said the abandonment of the projects has continued to affect economic activities and the welfare of residents.
ALM urged Dimgba to revive his development agenda and ensure the completion of all ongoing NDDC projects across Asa and Ukwa communities.
As part of its grassroots empowerment programme, the movement also disbursed financial support to over 200 members from different communities, encouraging beneficiaries to channel the funds into business and other productive ventures.
The group assured members yet to benefit from the initiative that additional phases of the empowerment programme would be implemented in the future.
Reaffirming its commitment to justice, accountability, good governance, and socio-economic development, ALM pledged to remain a strong voice for the interests of Asa and Ukwa people while advocating policies aimed at improving the welfare and prosperity of the communities.Youth
