Ahead of President Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Abia State on the 23rd of May, 2025, Igbo apex group Ohanaeze Ndigbo, on Tuesday, urged Governor Alex Otti to emulate Governor Charles Soludo by endorsing President Tinubu for reelection by 2027.

The deputy National President of Ohanaeze faction, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, in a statement, noted that the adoption of Mr. President by Gov Otti is very crucial, especially now Southeast is benefiting immensely not because he has done well for the zone but to also affirm our commitment to his leadership in the forthcoming elections.

He commended Otti for the completion of the Port Harcourt Road project, which had suffered neglect for over 15 years, stressing that this achievement represents not only a victory for the governance of Abia State but also serves as a pivotal opportunity for the Governor to embrace President Tinubu’s national vision and policies.

He urged Otti to draw inspiration from Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, during President Tinubu’s visit to Anambra, by boldly affirming that his administration has officially adopted President Tinubu as their sole candidate for the upcoming 2027 presidential election.

“In light of Governor Otti’s commendable accomplishment in completing the Port Harcourt Road project, which had suffered neglect for over 15 years, Ohanaeze Ndigbo extends heartfelt congratulations,” he said.

“This achievement represents not only a victory for the governance of Abia State but also serves as a pivotal opportunity for the Governor to embrace President Tinubu’s national vision and policies.

“We earnestly urge our Governor, Alex Chioma Otti, to draw inspiration from the recent commendable actions of Anambra State’s Governor, Charles Soludo, who adopted Tinubu during his visit to Anambra.

“Ohanaeze Ndigbo unequivocally advocates for a similar stance from the leadership in Abia State, encouraging Governor Otti to align strategically with President Tinubu. Such alignment is not merely a political maneuver; it is an opportunity to foster deeper connections with the federal government, thereby augmenting the potential for development and investment in our region.

“We call upon all Abians and esteemed members of the Igbo community to rise in unison and extend a rousing welcome to President Tinubu upon his visit on May 23, 2025, and at this occasion serve as a powerful symbol of our collective aspiration for progress, unity, and national development.

“In conclusion, let us seize this opportunity to not only welcome President Tinubu with open arms but to also affirm our commitment to his leadership in the forthcoming elections.

“The time for decisive action is now, and Ohanaeze Ndigbo stands ready to champion a united front for the benefit of Abia State and the entire Igbo Nation.”