Gov. Alex Otti Saturday rolled off the assessment of the impact of his government’s policies and programmes in communities across the state.
This is a strategic move to deepen grassroots governance ay engagements aimed at accessing firsthand information on the impact of his government’s policies and programmes across communities in the state.
Speaking during the commencement of the community engagement programme at Agburuke Community Primary School, Isialangwa North LGA, Otti reaffirmed his commitment to people-centered governance.
The governor who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, described the engagement as part of deliberate efforts by the administration to deepen grassroots inclusion.
According to him, “this is essentially a community engagement designed to connect directly with the people. Our administration has redefined governance in Abia state through a holistic vision and inclusive policies.
“What we are doing is to visit communities, interface with them, and evaluate how these policies are impacting their daily lives, Gov. Otti stated.
The governor noted that the exercise provides an opportunity for government to move beyond assumptions and to obtain authentic feedback from the grassroots.
He expressed satisfaction at the overwhelming testimonies from residents, who pointed to visible developmental projects and improvements in their communities.
“It is gratifying to hear directly from the people. Their responses are genuine and heartfelt. These are not people you can influence to speak otherwise.
“They have clearly identified projects and confirmed that governance has truly reached the grassroots under this administration,” he stated.
Otti, who highlighted ongoing projects in the area, including road constructions, assured the community that all ongoing projects initiated by his government within the area and across the state would be completed in record time.
He used the opportunity to sensitize residents on the importance of obtaining their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the forthcoming registration exercise of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
Earlier, community leaders of Agburike Nsulu, including Dr. Sir Jesse Odu, President General of Agburuke Nsulu Development Association, Hon. Oji Ikechukwu, and Mrs. Ngozi Israel, among many others, on behalf of the Agburike community endorsed Governor Alex Otti for a second term in office, disclosing that their people are united in support of Otti, and are poised to vote for him and members of his party in 2027.
They lauded the developmental strides of the Governor, describing the projects as visible and impactful adding that the evidence of good governance is everywhere, and assured of the full participation of members of the community in PVC, NIN registration.
