Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti has approved the establishment of a 10-megawatt Independent Power Plant at Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU), to solve electricity challenges in the university and the surrounding Uturu community.
The governor made the announcement during a civic reception in his honour at Isuikwuato High School, Otankpa, hosted by the people of Isuikwuato LGA. He said the project is backed by the newly signed Abia State Electricity Law, which empowers the state to execute independent power initiatives without federal clearance.
“This initiative will enhance academic productivity at ABSU and improve power supply in Uturu,” Otti stated. He also revealed that key roads, including the Amibo–Acha and Eziama–Ndundu roads, have been included in the state’s rehabilitation plans and will soon receive attention.
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The event turned into a political rallying point as top political figures including Hon. Amobi Ogah and Speaker Emmanuel Emeruwa endorsed Otti for a second term, describing him as a transformational leader.
In a major political shift, Hon. Lucky Johnson officially joined the Labour Party at the event, declaring that all political structures in Isuikwuato now support the party and the Governor.
Other dignitaries present—Attorney General Barr. Ikechukwu Uwanna, Mayor of Isuikwuato Hon. Chinedu Ekeke, and Hon. Uche Maduako—commended Otti’s strides in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and workers’ welfare, expressing confidence in his re-election bid.
Prominent figures from Isuikwuato and Uturu, including Dr. Onyinyechi Rufus-Obi, Mr. Ken Ahia (SAN), Dr. Chidi Mba, and Chief Chidiebere Uguru, also praised the Governor’s performance and pledged continued support.
The event also witnessed a mass defection of PDP, APGA, and AA members to the Labour Party, further strengthening Labour’s dominance in Isuikwuato.
