Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has approved the setting-up of an independent power plant project in Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) to solve the power challenge of ABSU and Uturu community. Governor Otti revealed this while being hosted by the people of Isuikwuato LGA at the Isuikwuato High School, Otankpa.
Gov Otti said that the power project is part of the ongoing rehabilitation in ABSU. “As part of the rehabilitation of Abia State University, I have approved that an independent power plant project is set up in Abia State University.
“The independent power plant project would generate not less than 10 megawatts of electricity. So, the idea is that not just Abia State University will be served, Uturu town would also have power from the initiative. “Those of you who have followed what is happening in this State will know that a few weeks ago, we signed the Abia State Electricity Bill into law. “So, we don’t need to go to anybody for approval to set up whether it is renewable energy or IPP; integrated power plant, stands alone and as soon as we have the approval of the House of Assembly, the members and leadership of the Abia state electricity regulatory agency (ASERA) would be put in place,” Gov. Otti stated.
The Governor, who stated that the days of darkness were over in the State, also said that for the appeal made by the people concerning fixing the Amibo — Acha road, it would be fixed as it was captured in the budget, adding that the Eziama – Ndundu road will soon be flagged-off for construction.
The Member representing, Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Hon. Amobi Ogah and the Speaker, Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Emeruwa described Governor Otti as a visionary Governor and called for support for the Governor to ensure that he secures his second term in office.
In his speech, the member representing Isuikwuato State Constituency, Hon. Lucky Johnson who used the occasion to officially join the Labour Party said that Governor Alex Otti has made Abians proud through his achievements.
He stated that with his entrance into the Labour party alongside other stakeholders in Isuikwuato, all political parties in Isuikwuato have collapsed into the Labour Party, assuring that 2027 governorship election would be decided by Isuikwuato in favour of Governor Otti. Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of Abia State, Barr. Ikechukwu Uwanna, the Mayor of Isuikwuato, Hon. Chinedu Ekeke and the Chairman, Abia State House of Assembly Commission, Hon. Uche Maduako highlighted the various achievements of the Governor in education, health, road infrastructure as well as payment of workers’ salaries and pensions among others.
Several key stakeholders at the event applauded the governor’s vision and commitment to energy and infrastructure development.
- Hon. Amobi Ogah, member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, and Mr. Emmanuel Emeruwa, Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, described Otti as a visionary leader who deserves the people’s continued support.
- Mr. Ikechukwu Uwanna, Abia State Commissioner for Justice, commended the governor’s performance, noting that his achievements have exceeded expectations.
- Chief Chidiebere Uguru, President General of Isuikwuato Development Union, and Dr. Chidi Mba, President General of Uturu Development Union, expressed gratitude for the power project and infrastructure developments in the region.
- Dr. Onyinyechi Rufus-Obi of the Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA) described the IPP as a “welcome development” that would significantly enhance the quality of life and economic activities in the area.
The 10MW IPP project, once completed, is expected to serve as a model for decentralized, state-led electricity solutions in Nigeria, demonstrating the practical benefits of power sector reform at the subnational level.
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