The national burial committee announced this in Abuja shortly after its inauguration by Governor Hope Uzodinma.
Abia was created on August 27, 1991, during the military dictatorship of Gen Ibrahim Babangida.
INEC spokesman Sam Olumekun announced this in a statement on Tuesday.
The Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) has expressed grave concern over the alarming rise in insecurity across the country.
Ms Isopi also said supporting democracy in Africa and West Africa is now more important than ever, given the recent backsliding witnessed in many parts of the region.
George Moughalu, the immediate past managing director of the Nigeria Inland Waterways Agency (NIWA)
Tony Ezekwelu, who represented the Njoku faction of the party, told journalists that the APGA-led government of Anambra was trying to intimidate them.
Mr Uzodimma said the decision to opt for consensus candidates was taken to promote unity and cohesion in the party and stability of politics in the state.
“The national leadership will not hesitate to discipline any member who is not ready to obey the constitution of the party and obey directives,’’ Mr Abure said.
Greg Igbinomwanhia, the state chairman, urged the residents to rally support for the party, emphasising PRP’s mission to bring good governance to the state.
