Imo indigenes resident in Abia State have endorsed the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, for a second term in office, and pledged their commitment to ensuring his re-election.
The endorsement was made on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at a grand civic reception organised by Ndi Imo in Abia in honour of Governor Otti and his wife, Mrs. Priscilla Otti. The event held at the pavilion of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Aba.
Speaking at the event, Governor Otti assured that his administration would continue to implement people-oriented projects that benefit all residents irrespective of state of origin. He reiterated that under his government, “there is no state of origin in Abia State.”
The Governor appreciated the Imo community for acknowledging his modest achievements, and said the current developments were just the beginning.
”This is just the beginning. We have been here for just three years. And by the grace of God, in the next five years, you will see what will happen. Like the Americans will say, ‘you ain’t seen nothing yet.’
”The reality is that once you have found your feet, there is no going back to Egypt. So, what will happen after now is that we will continue to develop and do better,” Gov. Otti stated.
On the request for the recall of workers disengaged around 2011-2012, he said he had directed that their entitlements be calculated and paid.
”I have also listened to a plea about recalling those who were disengaged a long time ago, about 2011-2012, if I am not mistaken. I thought I had given that directive when Anambra people received me.
”It was not just for Anambra people, it was for everyone. The reality is that some of those people who were disengaged 15, 16, 17 years ago have become too old to return to work.
”So, what we said was that we will calculate their entitlements and pay them. Anambra people have received their entitlements. Maybe you need to show up for verification and you will be paid. Let me also make it very clear, and all of you know that in Abia State there is no state of origin,” Gov. Otti stated.
The Governor thanked the Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, who was represented by his Special Adviser on Political Matters, Chief Perry Opara, for identifying with him. He assured that Imolites resident in Abia are not only secure but are treated as indigenes.
In his remarks, Chief Opara said the reception was proof that Imo people resident in Abia are happy with Governor Otti. He noted that the Governor’s wife, Lady Priscilla Otti, is from Imo State, and urged Imolites in Abia to continue to live peacefully.
Earlier, speakers at the event, including the Chairman of the occasion, Chief Chibuike Achigbu; Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Ndi Imo in Abia, Chief MacDonald; Chief Boniface Mbachu, represented by Chief James Odocha; National President of South East Town Unions, Chief Emeka Diwe; and Zonal Women Leader of the Labour Party in Abia South, Mrs. Lilian Ezenobi, unanimously endorsed Governor Otti for a second term.
They commended his transformational leadership and achievements in road rehabilitation, environmental sanitation, flood control, security, prompt payment of salaries and pensions, and reforms in education, healthcare, transportation, and power.
They also acknowledged the support of the First Lady, Lady Priscilla Otti, describing her as a worthy daughter of Imo State.
The State Chairman of NURTW and Founder of Local Boys Movement, Abia State Chapter, Comrade Chukwuma Azode, said Governor Otti represents the best leadership Abia has witnessed in years. He described Abia and Imo as one family.
In a vote of thanks, an Imo indigene and Commissioner in the Local Government Service Commission, Chief G.C. Duru, assured the Governor of their support for his re-election.
The Governor was joined at the event by senior government officials.
Imo Indigenes In Abia Back Otti’s Second Term Bid
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