Sat. Feb 8th, 2025

From TCNEWS

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has reaffirmed his commitment to repairing the state’s deteriorating infrastructure, regardless of whether projects are federally or state-owned.

Speaking on February 2nd at the Living Word Church in Aba, Governor Otti emphasized his administration’s dedication to the people of Abia.

In response to images and videos of renovations at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Bende LGA, Governor Otti highlighted his administration’s proactive approach. “NYSC is a federal project, but in Abia, we don’t differentiate between Federal and State Projects,” he stated, citing ongoing work on federal roads like Port Harcourt Road and Ohafia to Arochukwu Road.

Governor Otti revealed that upon the NYSC State Director’s request, a team assessed the camp’s 26 buildings, finding them in severe disrepair. Contractors quoted N3.6 billion for repairs, but the state government completed the work for N520 million through direct labor, saving over N3 billion.

“We’ve achieved this without borrowing,” Governor Otti declared, adding that borrowing would only be considered when absolutely necessary. He stressed his administration’s intolerance for dishonesty, urging honesty among collaborators.

The Governor expressed gratitude to the church for their prayers and support, which bolstered his decade-long journey from banking to governance. He praised the resilience of Abians, attributing the state’s progress to their unwavering faith.

In his sermon, Living Word Church founder Brother Emma Okorie lauded Governor Otti’s leadership, recalling past skepticism about Aba’s potential. He noted the city’s transformation under Otti’s administration, describing it as a “captivity overturned.”

The service was attended by several government officials, including Hon. Fyne Ahuama and Hon. Iheanacho Nwaogu, as reported by Chief Press Secretary Ctz. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha.

By NWAMARA

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