By Nathaniel Irobi
The Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR, has approved the reconstruction of three major roads in Aba, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to fully recovering the commercial city.
The approved projects are Uratta Road, Old Express Road, and Umuebeke Road off Port Harcourt Road.
Governor Otti made the announcement on Sunday, September 13, 2026, during a thanksgiving mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Umuogor, in Aba South LGA.
The Governor disclosed that the State Government would soon flag off the reconstruction of Uratta Road and Old Express Road as part of ongoing efforts to completely recover Aba and improve infrastructure in the commercial city.
He also announced his approval for the construction of Umuebeke Road off Port Harcourt Road, Aba, to ease the difficulties faced by residents and businesses in that corridor.
Beyond infrastructure, Governor Otti used the occasion to preach forgiveness, describing it as essential to progress and national healing.
He commended the homily delivered by the Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Brendan Obiji, on forgiveness, emphasizing that holding onto grievances hinders both personal and collective growth.
“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.
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.
On the Church’s land project, he assured that he would collaborate with industrialist, Ide John Udeagbara, to support it. He reiterated that he does not use government funds for non-government projects.
The Governor also pledged support for the parish’s fund drive to build a home for retired priests.
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.
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.
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