Abia State Governor Alex Otti has said that his decision on whether to seek re-election in 2027 will only come after seeking divine direction.
Speaking at the Sam Ihesiulor Stadium in Okpuala Ngwa during a ceremony organized by the Oha Isiala Ngwa People from Isiala Ngwa North and South local government areas, Otti expressed gratitude for the support shown to him but stressed that the future remains in God’s hands.
His remarks were conveyed in a statement by his spokesperson, Njoku Ukoha.
“Just like 2023 was in the hands of God, 2027 will also be in the hands of God,” the governor said.
“So, while I thank you for this endorsement because I see it as an endorsement of what has been achieved so far, I also thank you for making predictions.
“I would only say that, I would go back and consult with my God. And as time goes on, my response will be made public. Because, as I said the other day, I know my people are waiting.”
Governor Otti also spoke about the administration’s focused investment in Aba, describing it as a critical strategy to drive the economic transformation of the entire state.
“Our concentration on Aba is because we do know that Aba can generate revenue for us to develop other parts of the state,” he stated.
“Aba occupies a prime place in our strategy because that is our major commercial hub. Not just for Abia, but the South-East and South-South.”
He reiterated that his government is committed to inclusive governance, with projects spread across all parts of the state.
He noted that the Mgboko–Ntigha road project is expected to be completed by December.
Otti also addressed the concerns surrounding the location of the Abia Airport project, affirming that the decision was made on technical grounds, not political influence.
He assured that landowners affected by the project had been fully compensated.
“We are not just building an airport; we are building an airport city. A three or four-star hotel is going to be there, and even the Nigeria Air Force is going to have a base there. There are going to be markets and shopping plazas within the facility.
“We have paid 100 per cent compensation to everybody whose land was affected. If there’s anyone that has not been paid, it is not our fault. Maybe, they provided the wrong account number or there are three or four people struggling for the same space,” he explained.
