Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has unveiled an ambitious plan to revolutionize transportation infrastructure with the proposal of a groundbreaking light rail construction project spanning the entirety of the state.
This significant announcement comes hot on the heels of the inauguration of the 181-megawatt Geometric Power plant in Aba, the bustling commercial hub of Abia State.
In an exclusive interview on the Thursday edition of “Politics Today” on Channels Television, Governor Otti disclosed his administration’s ongoing discussions with a prominent Chinese company to materialize the ambitious light rail project, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to fulfilling key campaign promises.
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“We are discussing with a Chinese company and the discussions are going on well. It is not going to be easy, but it is going to be done. It is not something that you will just start and finish today,” Otti affirmed during the interview.
The revelation was prompted by a question from the program’s anchor regarding Otti’s electoral pledge to initiate the construction of a light rail system if elected as governor of Abia State.
Governor Otti further expounded on the progress of the project, emphasizing that while challenges may arise, his administration is resolute in its determination to see the project through to fruition.
“Currently, the designs for the light rail project are in the process of being developed. We will move from there to address commercial issues, and at the end of the day, we will do it,” Otti asserted with confidence.
The proposed light rail project is poised to usher in a new era of economic development and connectivity for Abia State, which has long grappled with infrastructural deficits under previous administrations.
Meanwhile, Governor Otti has declared an end to the era of chronic power outages in the state following the recent commissioning of the 181-megawatt Geometric Power plant in Aba.
“Power outage will be the exception rather than the rule,” Otti declared emphatically during the interview, underscoring the transformative impact of the power generation milestone on the lives of Abia State residents.
The $800 million power project, spearheaded by Geometric Power Limited, boasts the capacity to generate and distribute sufficient electricity to significantly ameliorate the state’s power supply woes. A critical component of the project is the 27-kilometer natural gas pipeline vital for the plant’s operation.
Governor Otti recounted the project’s tumultuous history, shedding light on his involvement in securing funding for the initiative back in 2010. Despite encountering unforeseen challenges such as the sale of the Aba Invest Island and shifting priorities in gas supply, Otti remained steadfast in his commitment to overcoming obstacles and delivering on his promise of reliable electricity for Abia State.
Since assuming office in May 2023, Otti has prioritized resolving the lingering issues surrounding the power project and fostering collaboration with the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to ensure a consistent supply of natural gas.
Currently, the Geometric Power plant generates 141 megawatts of electricity, with plans underway to expand capacity to the full 181 megawatts upon the installation of the final turbine. Residents have already begun to experience the tangible benefits, enjoying extended periods of uninterrupted power supply.
This monumental achievement marks a turning point for Abia State, heralding a future characterized by reliable electricity and the potential for economic growth, particularly in Aba, the state’s industrial nerve center. Governor Otti has been lauded for his visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to progress position Abia State on a trajectory towards prosperity and sustainable development.
my good governor you have put the past government to shame please after ruling abia State come and rule imo State as well thank you
Can you imagine, INEC nearly denied the people of Abia State good governance through rigging if not for the lady professor who stood her ground and returned To, the true winner. You can see from this how Nigerians have been raped and denied good leadership through compromise on the part of the electoral umpires.
On point. It’s actually disheartening that Abia had to unnecessarily suffer for over 2 decades of bad leadership just because of INEC. Thank God that lady Prof.
It is the same inec that appointed the lady professor, remember.
Then why do they want to rig it? This development would have been denied.
But they never know she is a straightforward person
Are you fool soliciting for INEC?
Pm! Right on point. We celebrate with Abia state people and governor Otti today without a mention of this professor’s bold stands for the truth.
Madam Prof. I am from Abia state because I am an Igbo-man. May God bless you and shower you with his blessings.
Nigerians are missing Obi, thank God Abians got Otti…
Can you imagine, INEC nearly denied the people of Abia State good governance through rigging if not for the lady professor who stood her ground and returned To, the true winner. You can see from this how Nigerians have been raped and denied good leadership through compromise on the part of the electoral umpires.
God bless you lady professor
God bless HE Alex Otti
God bless Abia state
God bless Nigeria
A very big shame to Orji Uzo Kalu, Theodore Orji, and Okezie Ikpeazu. They just wasted Abia’s resources and time as previous governors, made Abia to be a laughing stuff and seen as the worst and dirtiest state in Nigeria.
Well done governor Otti.
Success and progress have many admirers!
Oh God, let the light in Abia glow to the admiration of Ndigbo at large and be the watershed for the birth of a new dawn in SE, IJN ?
We celebrate the success and we thank God for the new leadership and emancipation!
Thanks Our point I, more grace. What you need is our collective prayers. Good Lord who brought you to put smile on our faces will uphold, shield, guide, protect ,defend you , throughout your call to serve Abians and beyond IJCN Amen.
Thank God Almighty for remembering us finally through his servant,Dr Alex Oti.Abia use to be a laughing stock as center of Dirt and backwardness,but today envied.May God sustain what he has started in Abia.Blesss and give Oti all he needs to succeed IJN, AMEEEEN.
Truly we have seen light at the end of Abia state long winding tunnel. Thanks to God for giving us Dr Alex Otti. Our visionary Governor is poised to lift Abians out of hopelessness, poverty, backwardness, and infrastructural collapse which have been there lot since the return to democratic governance.
Every Abian is now proud to say he/she is an Abian. Our dear governor God is on your side and you have our total unalloyed support and loyalty.Remain focused on your promised democratic dividend to Abians
This man is really a God sent to deliver ABIA State, but the previous governments should be ashamed of their selves.
God bless Dr Alex otti n Abians.
I humbly salute you, Governor of Abia State. Keep the good work going. Thank you so much ? ? ? ?
Gov. Otti, you will be remembered for what you have done . God bless and protect you and your family .
The only governor from labour party had it been that peter obi,s mandate was not snatch by emiloko,s and co Nigeria would have been smiling like Abia people
God bless you our 001. The people’s governor. Please and please sir make sure the light passes Okezie’s house but doesn’t enter, make sure the light will never get to the Orjis at all at all.
Smile
I’m from Akwa Ibom State
But i school in Aba…. I know how Aba was in 2014..
Trust me…. His a Blessing to Abians
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Believe me… Outside from Politics…… Alex Oti is a good Man
May the good Lord Open a way for you to carry on this project to the End Amen ?
Sir God bless you & your Family
I commend the LP led government of HE Gov. Otti on this landmark breakthrough in the area of sustainable power supply. I dare submit though that proper and watertight security must be put on ground to protect the facilities in place from felons and arsonists roaming the nation.
Amen
Oga Oti what you have so has shown that righteous visionary leadership is all that’s needed to turn things around for good. Good bless the womb that birthed you. I live in Aba.
Thanks be to God for Alex Otti.
More will come from Abia State to all Nigeria. I am from Abia State, read Engineering at University of Lagos, and I live and work in Houston, Texas. A model has been developed to fight organized crime and corruption. It’s been with me for years, and I don’t know how to bring it to the powers that be. I am not seeking for appointment nor for money, as I am doing well on my job, but this is for Nigeria.
Can somebody please contact whoever should know, and the powers that be so that this project can come to light!!
I can be reached through email.
Thanks!
Where’s the email?
As it is said ‘if there is a will there is a way’
If you are willing I might be able to arrange a link to make this happen and you never know until you try
08105902102
Charles l still remember the campaign promise of orji kalu when he was trying to be governor of Abia state, that he will turn Aba into Dubai
of Nigeria.When he became Gov,l passed Aba on my way to Port Harcourt.The dirt l saw on the road in Aba.it was so shameful.Then he was governor
Thanks be to God Almighty for using the Prof. to provide a savior for my dear state Abia. God answered the earnest prayers of good Abians and it’s certain that he (God) doesn’t end whatever he starts half way so therefore, Abia must become and remain the number 1 and the best . God bless you with strong health, strength and long life my dear Governor ( His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti).
We have seen light for the past 3 days now
God bless Dr. Alex Otti for his good work in Abia people.
We have not seen light for the past 3 days now
Could it be that our side isn’t included on the ongoing electricity benefits? Because for the past three – four days we don’t have light and the area is controlled by the power supply agency @FAULS ROAD, ABA. Trust me this people are very mean and who knows if they have disconnected us to algebralize the good work of our Amiable/unbeatable Governor Dr ALEX CHIOMA OTTI.
We thank God Almighty for the good and perfect work He is using our unbeatable Governor to do. We pray that no evil shall see him nor will the plans of haters of good disrupt every proposed plan of our Governor for the plan of God towards us through His son the Governor is to bring us a new hope.
May the almighty God bless you and protect you from the hand of enemies of progress Ameeen ??. Long live Abia state. Long live Nigeria ?? ??. Long live His Excellency Governor Alex Otti ???