Abuja, Nigeria – August 29, 2025 – In a powerful show of support, the Abia North Forum, a body representing indigenes of the Abia North Senatorial Zone residing in the Federal Capital Territory, has unanimously endorsed Governor Alex Otti for a second term in the forthcoming 2027 gubernatorial election.
The endorsement was a key resolution contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the Forum’s General Meeting held on Saturday, August 16th, 2025, in Wuse, Abuja.
The group, comprising stakeholders from the five Local Government Areas (Arochukwu, Bende, Isukwuato, Ohafia, and Umunneochi) of the senatorial district, conducted what it described as an “exhaustive discussion” on the state’s affairs under Governor Otti’s two-year administration.
After extensive deliberations, the Forum declared its “unanimous and unalloyed endorsement” of the Governor, citing his “outstanding leadership and vision” which they claim have transformed Abia State.
A Catalogue of Achievements
The communiqué detailed a comprehensive list of achievements across critical sectors that formed the basis for their support:
Infrastructure: Significant strides in road rehabilitation and construction, specifically naming the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway, Aba Road Networks, the Umuahia to Arochukwu Road, and the Abia Airport project.
Security: A marked reduction in crime rates, creating a safer environment for residents and businesses.
Economic Stability: Improved fiscal management, increased revenue generation, and a thriving business environment attracting investments.
Human Capital & Education: Empowerment programs for youth, skills enhancement, and significant improvements in the quality of education and learning environments.
Healthcare: Noteworthy improvements in medical facilities and services across the state.
Transparency & Accountability: A prioritization of ethical leadership, which included clearing the backlog of salary and pension arrears owed by previous administrations.
A Decisive Declaration for 2027
The Forum’s conclusion was unequivocal. The communiqué contained the bold declaration: “THERE IS NO VACANCY COME 2027 IN THE ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT HOUSE.”
The group stated its firm belief that Governor Otti’s re-election is “very essential for the continued development and progress of Abia State” and urged all stakeholders, including royal fathers, clergymen, and the general public, to rally behind the Governor to ensure a “landslide victory in 2027.”
They warned against any attempts to “disrupt the good works” of the administration, signaling a strong intent to protect what they see as a positive transformation for the state.
The communiqué was jointly signed by the leaders of the Forum’s five LGA chapters: Chief Iroha C. Iroha (Chairman, Bende), Mr. Emmanuel Azuma (Arochukwu), Chief Theophilus Ukona (Isukwuato), Chief Idika Okwara Kalu (Ohafia), Chief Barnabas Obidike (Umunneochi), and Barrister Victor Ogbonna (Secretary).
The communique is reproduced in full below:
COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF ABIA NORTH FORUM GENERAL MEETING HELD ON THE 16TH OF AUGUST, 2025 XRAYING THE PERFORMANCE OF HIS EXCELLENCY, GOVERNOR DR. ALEX CHIOMA OTTI (CFR) UNDER TWO (2) YEARS OF GOVERNANCE, VIZ-A-VIS THE FORTHCOMING 2027 ABIA STATE GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION.
1.0 PREAMBLE
Abia North Forum, Abuja is an association which comprised of the five (5) Local Government Area (Arochukwu, Bende, Isukwuato, Ohafia and Umunneochi) of Abia North Senatorial Zone resident in the FCT Abuja. During its general meeting held on the 15th of August, 2025 at Floris Garden, Zone 3, Wuse, Abuja we had an exhaustive discussion on the democratic and transformational changes that is being witnessed across the seventeen (17) Local Government Area of Abia State today under the able leadership of our pragmatic, hardworking and exceptional Governor, His Excellency Dr Alex Chioma Otti, CFR (Chioma Ndi Abia). The Forum extensively deliberated on the state of affairs and political calculations regarding the forthcoming 2027 Governorship Election of our dear Abia State, and wish to express our unanimous and unalloyed endorsement of Governor Alex Otti for the 2027 gubernatorial election in Abia State for the following reasons:
Governor Otti’s outstanding leadership and vision have transformed Abia State in various areas, including:
(a)Road Infrastructure: Governor Alex Otti’s administration has made significant strides in rehabilitating and constructing new roads, improving accessibility and connectivity across the state. These includes section one of the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway and Section Two from Umuahia Tower to Aba, Aba Road Networks, Aba Port Harcourt Road, Umuahia to Arochukwu Road, Abia Airport, Omenuko Bridge to mention but a few.
(b) Security: Governor Otti’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of lives and property has led to a marked reduction in crime rates, creating a conducive environment for businesses and citizens alike.
(c) Human Capital Development: His administration has implemented programs aimed at empowering the youth, enhancing skills, and promoting education, Remodeling of Enyimba Hotel, Abia International Stadium, International Conference Centre thereby investing in the future of Abia State.
(d) Economic Stability: Under his leadership, Abia State has witnessed improved fiscal management, increased revenue generation, and a thriving business environment, making it an attractive destination for investments.
(e) Healthcare: Governor has made noteworthy improvements in the healthcare sector, by aiming to provide better medical facilities and services to the people of Abia State.
(f) Education: This administration has made significant strides in improving the quality of education by establishing programs that enhance the educational system and providing better learning environment for students.
(g) Social Welfare: His administration has introduced social welfare programs like housing schemes and poverty alleviation initiatives aimed at uplifting the living standards of the less privileged in Abia State.
(h) Promotion of Transparency and Accountability: This government has prioritized transparency and accountability in governance, aiming to curb corruption and promote ethical leadership, fostering trust and confidence among the people of Abia State. The administration has also cleared the backlog of salary and pension arrears owed by successive previous administrations.
2.0 CONCLUSION
All the stakeholders from the five (5) Local Government Area resident in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja and their delegates were unanimous in commending the wonderful efforts of His Excellency Governor Alex Chioma Otti, CFR in delivering democratic dividends to all the nooks and crannies of the state. We want to categorically make this bold, definite and decisive statement as a Forum that, “THERE IS NO VACANCY COME 2027 IN THE ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT HOUSE”, as we do not want anyone or group of persons to disrupt the good works your
Excellency is doing in Abia State. As the saying goes, “the result for hard
work is more work”, therefore your Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti should continue with the good works you are doing in our state. Given the above achievements, we firmly believe that Governor Otti’s re- election in the forthcoming 2027 governorship election is very essential for the continued development and progress of Abia State. We call on all stakeholders, royal fathers, clergymen, men and women of goodwill irrespective of their political party affiliations, and the general public to rally behind Governor Alex Chioma Otti’s re-election bid, ensuring a landslide victory in 2027.
The communiqué was unanimously adopted by the forum.
Signed,
Mr. Emmanuel Azuma (Arochukwu LGA)
Chief Iroha C. Iroha (Bende LGA) & Chairman
Chief Theophilus Ukona (Isukwuato LGA)
Chief Idika Okwara Kalu (Ohafia LGA)
Chief Barnabas Obidike (Umunneochi LGA)
Barrister Victor Ogbonna (Secretary)
