Igbo Town Unions laud Otti over infrastructure development, as Diaspora group assure of investment

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia

Association of Igbo Town Unions (ASITU), has commended Governor Alex Otti for his massive developmental strides in Abia since taking over the reigns of the State over two years ago.

This is even as Igbo Diaspora Investment Group (IDIG) has assured of huge investment in the state moving forward.

National President of ASITU, Chief Emeka Diwe made the commendation
when he received members of the IDIG led by Dr. Chucks Obilor, during a courtesy visit to his office

Chief Diwe observed that the infrastructural transformation currently taking place in Abia State has rekindled hope among Ndigbo both at home and abroad.

He noted that roads, markets, industrial parks, and urban renewal projects being executed under Governor Otti’s administration have laid a solid foundation for sustainable development and business confidence.

“The governor’s vision aligns perfectly with ASITU’s long-standing campaign for the repatriation of Igbo wealth through the Aku Ruo Ulo investment initiative.

“The new infrastructure across Abia, ranging from modern roads to improved power and sanitation projects, has changed the narrative about governance in the South East.

“Governor Otti is making bold and deliberate efforts to reposition Abia as the number one investment destination in Nigeria. What we see happening here today is the kind of leadership that inspires our people in the diaspora to bring their wealth, technology, and expertise back home.”

Diwe, who had during the launch of the State security fund in Aba and Umuahia, donated N3m to the fund, said with the level of security the Otti administration has put in place, the state is now Haven for investors.

Diwe was equally full of commendation to IDIG for their patriotic zeal and commitment to the development of Igboland.

Dr. Chucks Obilor had earlier lauded ASITU for her tireless efforts in advocating for the unity, development, and economic self-reliance among Ndigbo.

He informed that the group’s mission was to explore opportunities for direct investment in the South East and to collaborate with local stakeholders to build a resilient regional economy.

“Our people abroad are eager to invest back home, but what they want to see is transparency, security, and infrastructure. Abia under Governor Otti has become a model in that regard,” he said.