Governor Otti Flags Off Uratta, Old Express Roads reconstruction, Approves Construction of Umuebeke Road

Stephanie Clems, Umuahia

The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, has announced that the State Government will soon commence the reconstruction of Uratta and old express roads in Aba as part of ongoing efforts to completely recover Aba and improve infrastructure in the commercial city.

Governor Otti also announced the approval for the construction of Umuebeke Road off Port Harcourt Road, Aba, to ease the difficulties faced by residents and businesses in that area.

The Governor made the announcement on Sunday, September 13, 2026, during a thanksgiving mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Umuogor, in Aba South LGA.

Responding to requests presented by the church, governor Otti said the issue of bringing polling units closer to the people would be considered in future, noting that INEC would have concluded delineation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He also assured that he would collaborate with industrialist, John Udeagbala, to develop a land project they brought to his knowledge .

He reiterated that he does not use government funds for non-government projects, but pledged pledged support for the parish’s fund drive to build a home for retired priests of the parish.

Governor Otti also commended the homily delivered by the Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Brendan Obiji, on forgiveness, saying it is key to progress and National healing.

“Our life is ordained by God. Sometimes, God uses those who offend us to teach us lessons or prepare us for the future. If we hold on to grievances, God may not forgive us. Forgiveness is key. Some of us may not be here today if we had not forgiven. We must forgive, forget and move on,” the Governor stated.

Earlier in his homily, Rev. Fr. Obiji stressed the need for believers to practice forgiveness. He thanked Governor Otti for the reconstruction of the long-abandoned Port Harcourt Road, which he said has restored economic activities in the area.

The Parish Priest assured the Governor of the Church’s support for his re-election in 2027 and requested the creation of additional polling units in the area to bring voting closer to the people. He also appealed for government assistance with the Church’s land project.

In his goodwill message, Chief Peter Nwosu thanked the Governor for the visit and pledged the unwavering support of the Church for his administration. He assured that the congregation would mobilize massively for the Governor’s re-election in 2027 in appreciation of his achievements and commitment to the wellbeing of Abia people.

He said that Governor Otti has done exceptionally well in road reconstruction and construction but singled out environmental sanitation as his greatest achievement in office while recalling the filthy environment before the emergence of Governor Otti.