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2027 Twist: Alex Otti Shocks Supporters, Says Divine Guidance Will Decide His Future
Governor Otti Says 2027 Re-election Bid Depends on Divine Direction....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has declared that his decision to seek re-election in 2027 rests solely with God.
Speaking at a civic reception organized in his honour by the Oha Isiala Ngwa people from Isiala Ngwa North and South Local Government Areas, held at the Okpuala Ngwa Stadium, Governor Otti was publicly endorsed by his Oha Ngwa clan as their sole candidate for the next gubernatorial election.
In response to the endorsement, the Governor expressed gratitude but emphasized that he would continue to seek divine guidance before making a definitive decision.
“Just as 2023 was determined by God, so will 2027 be,” Otti stated. “I appreciate your endorsement, which I take as recognition of the work we’ve accomplished, but I will keep consulting with God. At the appropriate time, I will announce my decision.”
Governor Otti underscored the strategic role of Aba in his administration’s economic blueprint, noting that the city’s revitalization is key to increasing internally generated revenue, which in turn supports development across the state.
“Aba is central to our economic vision—not just for Abia, but for the South East and South-South regions. Unlocking its potential is vital for the state’s future,” he said.
Addressing infrastructure projects, he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive development and announced that the Mgboko–Ntigha road would be completed by December. He also addressed concerns surrounding the Abia Airport project, clarifying that its location in Nsulu was based purely on technical viability, not political considerations.
“We are not just constructing an airport—we are developing an airport city,” Otti explained. “The project will include hotels, shopping centers, and even a Nigeria Air Force base. It’s a long-term investment in Abia’s economy.” He further noted that verified landowners affected by the project have been fully compensated, with any outstanding issues linked to documentation problems.
Governor Otti also welcomed defectors from other political parties, including former members of the PDP and Accord Party, as well as leaders of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, who formally declared their support for the Labour Party.
In a show of commitment to grassroots development, the Governor announced plans to upgrade the Sam Ihesiulo Stadium in Okpuala Ngwa into a modern sports facility and directed the Commissioners for Works and Youth & Sports to initiate the project immediately.
Lawmakers present at the event—Rep. Ginger Onwusibe, Senator Darlington Nwokocha, and Hon. Collins Iheonunekwu—commended Otti’s leadership and urged him to seek a second term, citing his accomplishments in governance and infrastructure.
Also speaking at the event, the Chairman of the occasion, Mr. Obinna Anaba, and a prominent stakeholder, Mr. Cyril Ishmael, lauded the Governor’s efforts in improving infrastructure, social services, and driving economic reform across the state.
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, says the state has mapped out 22,435 hectares of degraded land for restoration under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project using modern geospatial mapping technology.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said the initiative is part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience, tackle environmental degradation, and promote sustainable land use in the state.
Speaking at the ACReSAL mid-term review meeting in Kaduna through the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Abubakar Buba, the governor explained that the use of geospatial tools has made it possible to accurately identify affected areas for targeted intervention.
He added that the project is not only focused on land recovery but also on boosting agricultural output and improving livelihoods in affected communities.
Sani also noted that the state is supporting the programme with empowerment initiatives, including training over 500 women, youths, and school feeding vendors in biomass briquette production.
According to him, the effort is already helping to reduce dependence on firewood while creating alternative sources of income for beneficiaries.
President Tinubu has given full backing for the implementation of the ₦68.32 trillion 2026 budget after signing the Appropriation Bill passed by the National Assembly into law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He also approved an amendment extending the lifespan of the 2025 budget from March 31 to June 30, 2026, to ensure completion of ongoing capital projects nationwide.
Under the 2026 fiscal plan, ₦4.799 trillion is set aside for statutory transfers, ₦15.8 trillion for debt servicing, ₦15.4 trillion for recurrent spending, while ₦32.2 trillion goes to capital projects—about half of the total budget.
The focus, according to the administration, is on infrastructure development, security, and growth-driven investments aimed at improving living standards.
Speaking on the development, presidential aide Bayo Onanuga said the extension of the 2025 budget will help ensure full use of allocated funds, especially for major ongoing projects.
Tinubu directed all ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure transparency, discipline, and value-for-money in implementing the budget, while praising the National Assembly for its swift passage of the bill.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to economic reforms, revenue growth, job creation, and social welfare improvements.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described moves to prosecute former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over alleged culpable homicide as an attempt to reopen the 2018 Offa robbery tragedy for political purposes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement on Friday, the party’s spokesperson, Olusegun Adewara, said the development is a disturbing and dangerous politicisation of a case they claim has already been addressed through judicial processes.
He warned against dragging the state into fresh tension, accusing the state government of attempting to revive old allegations for political advantage.
Adewara said the PDP would not remain silent while what he called “political narratives” are used to influence public perception around a tragic incident that claimed multiple lives in Offa in 2018.
He also urged residents, especially affected families, not to allow their pain to be used for political gains, insisting it is unjust to associate Saraki with the crime.
The party further alleged that the move is aimed at distracting attention from governance challenges in the state.
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