2027; Show Your Strength With PVCs, Otti Charges Abians

The Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has urged the people of Ukwa la Ngwa to go and get registered for their permanent voters card as it is the only thing he is expecting from them.

The Governor disclosed this on Friday during a grand reception ceremony on his behalf by the people of Ukwa la Ngwa, at the Enyimba International Stadium Aba.

The event, which drew thousands of enthusiastic supporters, traditional leaders, and political stakeholders, was held to celebrate the governor’s achievements and reaffirm the people’s support for his administration.

Addressing the crowd, Governor Otti expressed deep appreciation for the overwhelming show of love and unity and used the opportunity to remind Abians of the importance of active civic participation.

“The only thing I want you to do is, if you have not registered to vote, please go and do that, the number of people in Aba is ten times larger than the number of votes that come from Aba.

“So the only way to show your strength is to go to all the nooks and crannies around you and get people to register for their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs),” he urged.

He further encouraged residents to take ownership of their communities’ safety and stability while commending the peaceful atmosphere being maintained across the state.

“Also, be the chief security officer in your neighborhood, don’t let any miscreant come and spoil the peace we’re enjoying,” he said.

The governor’s remarks received loud applause from the jubilant crowd, many of whom described Otti’s administration as people-oriented and reform-driven.

The Rector, Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic, Professor Christopher Okoro, while speaking with THE WHISTLER, observed the massive turnout with a sense of expectation rather than astonishment.

He attributed the high attendance to the governor’s local roots, suggesting that the crowd’s presence was a deliberate demonstration of solidarity and home-grown support.

By gathering in such significant numbers, the community intended to broadcast a clear message to a global audience regarding their approval of the governor’s current administration and initiatives.

“I am not surprised by this crowd. The governor is their son, and the people have gathered here to show the entire world that they truly appreciate and support the work he is doing in the state,” Okoro said.

In his goodwill message, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, expressed gratitude to the Ukwa la Ngwa community for hosting the event and appreciated Governor Otti for his dedication to the development of Abia State.

“Your Excellency, we thank you for honoring this invitation and, more importantly, for the great work you’re doing across our state,” Ajagba said.

Abians can see the transformation happening under your leadership from infrastructure renewal to restoring trust in government. We are proud to stand with you,” he added .

The colorful reception featured cultural performances, traditional dances, and tributes from community leaders who pledged continued support for the Otti administration’s vision of a new Abia.

As the event rounded off, the governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to inclusive development and citizen empowerment, urging all Abians to stay united, vigilant, and proactive in shaping the future of the state.