Infrastructure

A Glimpse into Governor Otti's UN designed Aba Master Plan: The Dream City of Nigeria The Greater Aba City project is an ambitious initiative aimed at transforming Aba into a thriving economic hub. As described by Governor Alex Otti, the project focuses on facilitating socioeconomic development in Aba and the surrounding areas. The project's goals include improving infrastructure, enhancing the ease of doing business, and attracting investments to the region.¹ People who attended the ceremony where Governor Otti expounded on the project were optimistic about its potential to drive growth and development in Aba. They saw the project as a…

"Aba thrives, Umuahia innovates, and Ohafia rises: The trio driving Abia State's growth under Governor Otti's leadership." Despite the crippling power challenges plaguing Ohafia, Nkporo, and Abiriba, where residents often endure excruciating power outages lasting up to months, the indomitable spirit of the people has given rise to economic miracles. Against all odds, entrepreneurs in these communities have harnessed their ingenuity to create thriving businesses, leveraging alternative energy sources and innovative technologies to stay afloat. From makeshift solar-powered farms to artisanal crafts and small-scale manufacturing, the people of Ohafia, Nkporo, and Abiriba have defied the limitations imposed by inadequate power…

From Neglect to Revival: Otti's Aba Transformation Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Aba, the economic nerve center of the South East and South South, has experienced a transformation under Governor Alex Otti's administration. Once a thriving commercial hub, Aba earned the nickname "the Japan of Africa" due to its entrepreneurial prowess and craftsmanship. However, years of neglect and abandonment led to infrastructure collapse, decay, and rot. The city's roads became impassable, streets were littered with refuse, and the once-thriving markets were in shambles. Aba's contributions to the early development of Igboland cannot be overstated. The city attracted Ndigbo from other states and…

Global Partnerships for Local Impact: UNDP's Work in Abia State Abia State's economy presents a complex picture, with both challenges and opportunities for growth. One of the most pressing issues facing the state is unemployment, which stood at nearly 19% as of 2023, the highest rate in Nigeria. This statistic underscores the need for targeted interventions to create jobs and stimulate economic activity. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the unemployment rate in Abia State has been consistently higher than the national average, highlighting the need for state-specific solutions. Despite the challenges posed by unemployment, Abia State has…