The Abia State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Chijioke Chukwu, has responded to what he described as sarcastic congratulatory remarks, from the Director General, Abia State Bureau of Strategic Communication, Onyebuchi Ememanka, following his recent assumption of office as the party’s chairman in Abia State.
In a statement, Chukwu expressed appreciation for the message but maintained that the APC, under his leadership, would firmly play its role as an opposition party holding the administration of Governor Alex Otti accountable.
According to the statement, the party is committed to promoting transparency, due process, and accountability in governance, which he alleged is lacking in the current administration.
Chukwu noted that the APC is well positioned to provide Abians with a credible alternative capable of delivering good governance anchored on transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness.
He further stated that under an APC-led government in the state, freedom of speech and the effective functioning of opposition parties would be guaranteed, describing such principles as essential elements of a democratic system.
The APC chairman also dismissed claims suggesting that the party should wait until 2031 or beyond to challenge the current administration, insisting that the people of Abia have begun to question what he described as “lies and deception” the Otti’s government.
He cited alleged inconsistencies in the state government’s claims on projects, including the construction of over 200 smart schools at 54b naira, the establishment of non existent recreation and ICT centre, and procurement expenses of one vehicle at 150bn naira, which he said could not be properly verified.
While reiterating his appreciation for the felicitations, Chukwu expressed confidence that the people of Abia would make their decision in the next electoral cycle, adding that the APC remains determined to provide what he called a better governance alternative for the state.
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