He made the remarks on Tuesday while receiving members of the Old Students Association of the Federal School of Arts and Science, Aba, who paid him a courtesy visit and pledged support for his re-election bid to enable him complete ongoing projects.
Otti said he was not worried about the 2027 elections, stressing that the people of Abia understand what is beneficial to them and would not abandon meaningful development.
According to him, “About 2027, we don’t allow it to distract us. Primaries will come soon, and elections will follow next year. But we know Abia people are not foolish.
“They know what is good for them. In politics, people may try things, but we believe no one will want to discard what is working.
“This is God’s own state, and at the right time, God makes changes. God does not leave projects unfinished, so we are confident we will complete what we have been mandated to do.”
The governor also commended the alumni association for initiating the renovation of a hostel in their former school, describing the gesture as commendable and impactful.
He encouraged them to continue contributing to their alma mater, noting that their identity is tied to the institution.
Speaking further, Otti explained his administration’s efforts in the power sector, including support for Professor Bart Nnaji’s Aba Power project to improve electricity supply across the state.
He disclosed that arrangements were underway to acquire the Umuahia ring-fenced area of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, which would expand power distribution beyond Aba.
Otti added that once completed, excess electricity from Aba would be distributed to other parts of the state, including Abia Central and Abia North.
He also noted that the state had established the Abia State Electricity Regulatory Agency, giving the state full control over electricity regulation.
According to him, this development would eventually allow Abia to operate independently from the national electricity grid.