UMUAHIA – The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, has described Abia as a reference point for democratic governance.
Pastor Ajagba who stated this at Government House, Umuahia, while receiving the state leadership of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), led by its State Chairman, Baba Lawal, attributed the state’s transformation to Governor Alex Otti’s commitment to inclusive leadership, merit, security and people-oriented development.
The Chief of Staff to the Governor commended the forum for its support during the 2023 governorship election, noting that the administration’s achievements demonstrated that good governance is possible when competent leaders are entrusted with responsibility.
He highlighted the administration’s commitment to treating all residents equally, irrespective of ethnicity, religion and state of origin, citing the appointment of non-indigenes into key positions and the recruitment of qualified personnel on merit, stressing that peace and security are essential for sustainable development.
Pastor Ajagba further appreciated the forum’s pledge to support Governor Otti’s re-election bid in 2027 and urged its members to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to translate their support into votes, assuring the delegation of government’s continued support for all residents who uphold peace, truth and responsible citizenship.
In his speech earlier, the State Chairman of Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, Baba Lawal, while commending Governor Alex Otti for what he described as the remarkable transformation of the State, particularly in infrastructural development, security, healthcare, education and commerce, noted that the administration’s policies and ongoing projects have renewed public confidence in governance and positioned Abia as an emerging model of development and inclusive leadership.
Lawal further used the opportunity to reaffirm the commitment of the Arewa community to peaceful coexistence and continued partnership with the state government in advancing development and promoting unity among residents of diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds while pledging the forum’s unalloyed support towards the reelection bid of Governor Alex Otti in 2027.
The Special Assistant to the Governor on Religious Affairs, Apostle Kenneth Wiper among other top government officials were present during the visit.
