Rebuilding Abia: Otti’s Passion for Infrastructure Development
Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D
Governor Alex Otti’s administration has been on a mission to rebuild Abia State, with a strong focus on infrastructure development. The recent commissioning of Abak Street and Obiora Street in Aba is a another testament to the governor’s commitment to transforming the state’s infrastructure landscape.
According to Governor Otti, the administration’s primary target is to improve the living conditions of the general population, increase the output of goods and services, and create an environment that supports the entrepreneurial energy of the population. This vision is being actualized through the execution of infrastructure development projects that enhance ease of doing business, create a sense of pride for residents, and make the city economically and socially competitive.
The governor’s comprehensive agenda for rebuilding Abia State is not limited to infrastructure development. The administration is also focused on delivering dividends of democracy at the grassroots level. This includes the ongoing renovation and equipping of 200 Primary Health Centers, which is a massive and audacious project aimed at improving an affordable healthcare delivery in the state.
In addition, the administration is investing in education, with a focus on training and retraining public school teachers to acquaint them with modern teaching practices and digital knowledge. This initiative is aimed at raising the standard of education in primary and secondary schools in Abia State.
The commissioning of Abak Street and Obiora Street in Aba is a significant milestone in the administration’s infrastructure development agenda. These roads were previously in a state of disrepair, but have now been restored to their former glory. The governor’s commitment to maintaining these roads and ensuring that they remain in good condition is a testament to his administration’s focus on sustainability.
The earlier commissioning of the renovated, retrofitted, modernized, and equipped Azikiwe Secretariat, which was abandoned by past administrations, is another example of the governor’s commitment to infrastructure development. The commissioning of Dozie Dual Carriageway is also a significant achievement, as it has improved the connectivity in that axis of Umuahia capital city.
There is no gainsaying that Governor Otti’s passion for infrastructure development is evident in the numerous projects that his administration has commissioned in Abia State. The governor’s comprehensive agenda for rebuilding the state is a testament to his commitment to delivering dividends of democracy to the people. As the governor continues to work tirelessly to transform the state’s infrastructure landscape, it is clear that Abia State is on the path to greatness.
We therefore commend the people of Abia State for their unwavering support and prayers, which have motivated the governor to take more actions. We are also confident that with the continued support of the people, Governor Otti’s administration will achieve its vision of rebuilding Abia State and making it a hub for economic growth and development.
Dr. Ebere Uzoukwa is the SSA on Public Affairs to the Governor of Abia State.
