……….As he announces commissioning of smart Schools

By Editor, Umuahia

American gospel minister Cindy Jacobs, has declared that God had positioned the governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, to become a model in leadership and governance.

Cindy Jacobs an independent charismatic prophetess, speaker, author and co-founder of Generals International,made the revelation on Saturday, May 2, during the national thanksgiving worship service at the Father’s House Church, Jahi – Abuja.

Governor Otti had honoured the invitation of the organisers of the programme where he announced his plans to inaugurate three smart schools soon.

.Mrs Jacobs, who was visiting Nigeria 23 years after her last visit alongside her husband, Mike Jacobs, said she saw massive road construction projects spreading across the state,connecting villages and enabling farmers to move their produce easily to their prospective customers.

She also revealed that she saw God supplying the finances needed to make the projects possible.

“God is going to begin to give you finance for infrastructure. I see literary supernatural finances that will enable farms to market produce to come.

“I see roads being built from the villages to the places where they need to sell their produce. I don’t know anything about where you are, but I just see God wants you to be a model,” she said.

She further declared that Governor Otti would introduce transformative policies that would make Abia the most educated state in the region, lifting many citizens out of poverty through education.

“God wants you to be a prototype of what can be done in the region when God is exalted and the Lord also showed me that you’re going to be able to put some policies in place that are going to begin to literally cause your area, your State, to be known as one of the most educated States and I see you building schools and getting that as a legacy for you, building schools and teachers education in particular.

“And so, God is going to help you, of course, raise those out of poverty, and education will take them out of poverty and God is going to do this,” she revealed.

Responding, Governor Otti informed the Gospel Minister, Cindy Jacobs, that since assuming office, his administration had consistently allocated 35 percent of the State’s annual budget to education and healthcare, with education receiving 20 percent and health 15 percent.

He noted that the prophet was “speaking in the spirit,” and further disclosed that his administration had hired and on-boarded 5394 teachers in the first batch of the teachers recruitment exercise and is in the process of hiring additional 4000 teachers.

The State Chief Executive also informed the prophetess that before the end of this month, 3 New smart schools built by his administration would be commissioned.and before the end of this month, we are commissioning three brand new smart schools we built,” Gov. Otti said.

Governor Otti stressed the need for Christians to live according to what they preach, especially leaders, saying that leadership is an opportunity to serve. He emphasized that people are more interested in what leaders and believers do than in what they merely say.

The Governor maintained that while fasting and prayers are important, righteousness exalts a nation, as stated in the Bible, stressing that doing what is wrong cancels prayers.

The National Thanksgiving Worship Service, currently ongoing at The Father’s House, is an interdenominational gathering organized to offer intercessory prayers for Nigeria, especially for an end to the killings and bloodshed in some parts of the country, caused by terrorists and bandits.

The programme also seeks divine healing for the land from the desecration and defilement of bloodshed, and for Nigeria to maximize her potential and become a great nation.

Stephanie Clems, Umuahia

The Labour party in Abia State has congratulated organised labour in Abia State on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ day celebration.

The leadership of the party under the chairmanship of Hon. Peter Azubuike said it acknowledged the

PRESS STATEMENT

LABOUR PARTY ABIA STATE CONGRATULATES LABOUR UNIONS ON 2026 MAY DAY CELEBRATION

The leadership of the Labour Party in Abia State, under the chairmanship of Hon. Peter Azubuike, said it acknowledged the critical role of workers and organized labour in sustaining governance, driving productivity, and ensuring the socio-economic stability of Abia State.

In a press statement signed by the publicity secretary of the party, Mr. Emenike Iroegbu, the party further said that the dedication, resilience, and sacrifices of workers remain the backbone of development and the engine that keep the machinery of government and society running.

The statement also encouraged workers to remain steadfast in their support to the governor.

The text read in parts:

“The Labour Party recognizes that the Party and the Labour Unions share a common ideological foundation, anchored on social justice, equity, and the unwavering commitment to improving the welfare of the common man.

” This historic and organic relationship continues to guide our collective efforts toward building a fair, inclusive, and prosperous society.

“We reaffirm our commitment to upholding the core values of the Labour movement and to strengthening collaboration with Labour Unions in advancing policies and programmes that prioritize workers’ welfare, economic growth, and sustainable development in Abia State.

As workers commemorate this year’s May Day, we urge all union members to remain steadfast in their support for the transformational leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, whose administration has consistently demonstrated a genuine commitment to good governance, institutional reforms, and people-oriented development.

Together, we can consolidate the gains already made and build a stronger Abia State that works for all.

Says, “my time has come”

Stephanie Clems, Umuahia

In response to the several calls by well wishes and brethren from Bende federal constituency, Dr. Chima Anyaso had finally offered himself to contest for the 2027 general elections for Bende.

Pressures intensified for him to run for the seat at weekend has intensified calls for Chima Anyaso with many describing him as the preferred choice to lead a new era of representation.

At the gathering of political leaders, stakeholders, and community influencers across the constituency, the focus was on the need for someone like him to replicate the ongoing transformation seen in Abia State under Governor Alex Otti.

Speakers pointed to visible improvements in governance and infrastructure, stressing that Bende must not be left behind in the state’s development drive

Amid those calls for him to contest, Dr. Anyaso quenched the thirst of the people by declaring readiness and resolve to throw his heart into the ring.

“Across Abia, we are witnessing what focused, competent leadership can achieve real results, real transformation. Bende must not be left behind,” he said.

He said, “I am fully prepared to deliver clean, quality, and effective representation for our people. If entrusted with the mandate, I will not disappoint,”

The businessman-turned-political described the moment as both timely and decisive, hinting strongly at a potential bid.

“The time for excellence is now. The time for Bende is now. It is my season,” he declared.

Observers say the development signals a shift in Bende’s political landscape, as influential voices rally behind Anyaso, urging him to translate his growing support base into a formal candidacy.