Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State has described the State as a “work in progress”, assuring that the tempo in providing critical infrastructure in the State, especially Aba, the state commercial hub, will be sustained.
Ikpeazu in a statement to mark the 29th anniversary of the creation of the State explained that the development of critical infrastructure in the State has received massive impetus under his administration, judging from the sheer number of road projects that have either been completed or ongoing.
He saluted the people of the State on the auspicious occasion of the 29th anniversary of the creation of Abia State, as a full-fledged sub-national entity and federating unit in Nigeria.
This is as he paid glowing tribute to the founding fathers of the State, who worked tirelessly to ensure the actualization of the creation of Abia State and made it clear that even in the face of tough challenges that the people have continued to trudge on towards the path of peace and progress.
The Governor thanked God and the people of the State for the security, peace, and stability the State has enjoyed in the last couple of years, describing Abia, as the most politically stable state in the country.
He expressed appreciation to Ude Oko-Chukwu, his deputy, Chinedum Orji, speaker and members of the State House of Assembly, members of the State Executive Council, Traditional, Religious, and other political leaders for their roles in ensuring that the political stability enjoyed in the state is sustained.
Governor Ikpeazu also assured the people of the State that his administration will continue to apply prudence in ensuring that available resources are managed for the good of the people, even with the challenges posed, by the sudden outbreak of COVID-19, which created massive economic shocks across the globe.
He tasked the people to appreciate the fact that the economic disequilibrium created by the effects of Covid-19, especially on the global financial system, will inevitably demand certain levels of readjustments and sacrifices in the management of the State’s finances.
He thanked the people of the State for the support his administration has enjoyed and assured them that he will continue to discharge the responsibilities of his office with dedication and commitment, to the ideals of economic development and progress.
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In his words, “I shall remain focused on the discharge of the obligations of my office and I do so relentlessly and with dedication until the very last day of my tenure as your Governor”.
“In the months ahead, we shall develop more sustainable means of solidifying our position as the small and medium enterprises (SME) capital of Nigeria, by continuing to support the growth of local enterprises, as a catalyst for economic development”.
Encouraging Abians not to become faint-hearted, especially in the face of the effects of COVID-19, the Abia State Governor, tasked the people to continue to accept the reality of the deadly nature of the virus and take all necessary precautions in line with the protocols, as enunciated by all relevant health authorities.
He sent his gratitude to all medical and allied services workers, who have been at the forefront of the fight against Covid-19 and assured that his administration will do everything necessary to protect the people.
He also reiterated his deep gratitude to the people of Abia State, for standing by him in prayers during the time of his health challenge and sent his deep condolences to the families of all those, who lost their loved ones to the pandemic.
According to the Governor, “the vision for a more prosperous Abia remains intact and our future as a people and as a State remains very bright.”
Governor Ikpeazu, on behalf of his family and government, wished the entire people of Abia State, a happy 29th anniversary.
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