UMUAHIA – The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, has reaffirmed Governor Alex Otti’s commitment to equal treatment of all residents, irrespective of ethnicity, religion, gender and state of origin.
Pastor Ajagba who stated this at Government House, Umuahia, while receiving a delegation of the Yoruba Community in the State, disclosed that anyone that lives and works in Abia is entitled to the same rights and opportunities as other citizens of the state.
The Chief of Staff to the Governor while commending the cordial relationship between the Yoruba community and other residents, attributed the state’s development strides in roads, healthcare, education, electricity and security to collective efforts and cooperation.
He disclosed that the administration’s commitment to inclusiveness is reflected in appointments and employment opportunities based on merit and competence, citing the appointment of Mr Benson Ojeikere from Edo State as the state Head of Service and Dr Sunday Jackson from Rivers State as a Permanent Secretary.
On land administration, Pastor Ajagba assured the delegation that the government will take reasonable steps to address concerns over its land acquisition, assuring residents of continued efforts to strengthen security, particularly as the state approaches the 2027 general elections, to enable people to live and conduct their businesses without fear.
In his address earlier, the Board of Trustees Chairman of the association, Tunji Jerome Olowohunwa, commended Governor Otti for his administration’s achievements in waste management, prompt payment of workers’ salaries and pensions, healthcare, security, education and infrastructure, and pledged the community’s total support for the Governor’s re-election bid in 2027.
Some top government officials were present during the visit.
