The Illusion of Governance: A Call for Accountability in Abia State

............𝒂𝒔 𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒆 𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒅𝒂𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒋𝒂𝒎𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒃𝒂

The true measure of a leader lies not in the applause of a crowd but in the tangible impact they have on the lives of their constituents.

Unfortunately, the current administration in Abia State, under Governor Alex Otti, seems to have lost sight of this fundamental principle.

Instead of focusing on meaningful projects that benefit the people, the governor appears more concerned with orchestrating public receptions and garnering accolades, even three years into his tenure.

While governors in other states are commissioning legacy projects that will stand the test of time, Otti is busy hosting events that often rely on paid crowds.

This practice raises serious questions about the authenticity of the support he claims to have and, more importantly, about the priorities of his administration.

Governance is not about gathering and paying for applause; it is about working for the people in a visible and impactful way.

The situation in Old Bende and it's local government areas in Abia State, serves as a stark illustration of this disconnect.

Despite the funds allocated to the region for infrastructure development, only a meager 5 percent has actually reached the local communities.

This is a disheartening statistic that reflects a broader issue of mismanagement and neglect.

Furthermore, Old Bende has received a mere 1 percent of the federal government allocations, leaving residents to wonder where their resources are going and why their needs remain unmet.

The reality is that many of those organizing receptions and public displays of support for Governor Otti cannot point to concrete achievements in their rural areas.

Instead, they are left to celebrate a façade of governance that lacks substance.

It is particularly disheartening to see older citizens, whose roads were built by  APC administrations, and young people relying on interventions from the same party, being hired to cheer for a governor whose administration has yet to deliver meaningful change.

This situation is not just a failure of leadership; it is a betrayal of the trust placed in elected officials.

The people of Abia State deserve better than a governor who prioritizes public relations over public service.

It is time for Governor Otti to shift his focus from orchestrating applause to implementing projects that will genuinely improve the lives of his constituents.

The people of Old Bende and Abia State as a whole are calling for accountability.

They want to see their tax money at work, funding infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other essential services that will uplift their communities.

The time for empty gestures and superficial gatherings is over.

It is time for Governor Otti to step up and govern like his counterparts in other states, with a commitment to meaningful projects that will leave a lasting legacy.

Let me conclude by saying that the people of Abia State are not interested in a governor who seeks validation through paid crowds.

They are looking for a leader who will prioritize their needs and work tirelessly to improve their quality of life.

It is time for Governor Alex Otti to recognize that true governance is about service, not spectacle.

The future of Abia State depends on it.

ℐ𝓎𝓀ℯ ℳ𝒷𝒶