Alex Otti reveals how he would operate in his second term

He said his government would use the next four and a half years to strengthen its achievements and introduce lasting reforms across the state.

Otti spoke at the Southeast Conference of Dominion City Global in Aba, Abia State.

The governor described the achievements of his administration so far as a foundation, saying more development projects and reforms were ahead.

“What has happened here is what I call a dress rehearsal, to let people know that they haven’t seen anything yet. What we have built in the last three years is just the foundation.

“So, the next four and a half years, we will use them to consolidate. And when I say consolidation, I mean changes that are irreversible,” he said.

Otti said his administration was more interested in delivering practical projects and policies than making promises it could not fulfil.

He disclosed that his government was working towards providing regular electricity across Abia State.

According to him, the government has taken the remaining eight local government areas out of the regulatory arrangement of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC).

He said the move would give the state more control over electricity regulation, improve power generation and distribution, and make it possible to supply excess electricity to other parts of the state.

The governor also spoke about his administration’s monthly media chat, which he said was introduced to keep residents informed about government activities, policies and achievements.

He urged residents to follow the monthly programme and other government communication channels to get accurate information about developments in the state.

Otti also said his government treated everyone living in Abia equally, regardless of their state of origin.

He added that appointments into his administration were based on merit and not religion or other personal considerations.

The governor further urged Christians to show their faith through good deeds, hard work and personal responsibility.

He congratulated Dominion City Global on the conference and the construction of its new facility in Aba.

Otti also disclosed that his financial contribution to the church project would come from his personal funds and not government resources.

Earlier, the President of Dominion City Church, Pastor David Ogbueli, praised Otti for what he described as purposeful leadership and development in Abia State.

Ogbueli urged the governor to continue his efforts, saying the state was witnessing positive changes in infrastructure, electricity and its business environment.

He also stressed the need for society to recognise and encourage leaders who perform well.