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From Okey Sampson, Umuahia
The son of former Premier of the defunct Eastern region, Dr. M.I. OKpara, Chief Uzodinma Okpara, together with other stakeholders from Ohuhu clan in Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State, have endorsed Governor Alex Otti for a second term in office.
Addressing select journalists at his Umuegwu Afugiri country home, the Scion of the former Premier said their endorsement of Otti was borne out of the fact that he has performed very well in the two and half years he has been in office.
Okpara stated that Otti has been at the forefront of a remarkable initiative that is geared towards the reconstruction of Abia State.
“His commitment to the progress of the state is not just evident, it is palpable as, under his leadership, we are witnessing a renaissance that is revitalising our communities and enhancing the quality of lives of citizens of Abia State.”
Okpara, reeling out the numerous achievements of Otti in all sectors, stated that the positive impact of these developments is clear.
“Families are enjoying a better life, children are learning in better environments with better trained and qualified teachers, and businesses are thriving with improved infrastructure.
Placing Otti in the mould of his father, Dr. M.I Okpara, the junior Okpara said the governor has laid and is still laying the foundation for a prosperous Abia and called for total support for his second term bid.
Reacting to the allegation by the opposition that what the governor has put on ground, so far, is not commensurate with the allocation he receives from the Federal Government, Okpara said those who are alluding to that have no valid facts to present and dismissed the allegation.
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The member representing Umuahia/Ikwuano Federal Constituency, Hon. Obi Aguocha, expressed joy for the massive support the governor is receiving from his constituents.
Aguocha said for someone like Chief Uzodinma to endorse Otti for a second term, means the governor is doing very well.
“Going by the standard Dr, Michael Okpara set as Premier of Eastern region, for his son to openly commend Otti and endorse him for another tenure, means the governor is doing well.”
He called on his people to extend the type of massive support they gave to Okpara, when he was Premier, to Otti whom he said is taking after their son in terms of engaging in policies that positively touched the lives of the people.
A former Commissioner for Finance in the state, Dr. Aham Uko, commended Otti for doing a wonderful job in the state.
Uko mentioned some of the landmark projects Otti’s administration has executed in just two and half years and said Abians should have no choice than to re-elect him.
Others who spoke, including Hon. Kelechi Akaliro, Smart Iheoma, Nwachukwu Ogwuegbu and Eze Philip Ajomiwe, all commended Otti for the good work he is doing.
They called for massive support for Otti and pledged to work towards the governor’s re-election into office in 2027.
