The Association of Igbo Town Unions, Abia chapter has felicitated the people of Abia on the 34th anniversary of creation of the state.
Addressing newsmen in Umuahia, the association’s President-General, Chief George Mgborukwe, appreciated God for sustaining the state towards the part of development and in setbacks during the period under review.
He urged the people to continue to work for the progress of the state, “because when the righteous is on the throne the people rejoice.”
Mgborukwe commended Gov. Alex Otti on his impactful and people-oriented administration in the state.
He said that the governor’s leadership prowess has distinguished him as God-fearing man, who is determined to leave indelible footprints in the administration of the state.
Mgborukwe noted that since the creation of the state 34 years ago, God has used Otti to actualise the yearnings of the people and wipe away their tears.
He appealed to the people to continue to pray to God for guidance and protection on the governor.
He seized the opportunity to call on those who have just attended the age of 18, changed residence as well as lost their voter cards to participate in the ongoing voter card registration and revalidation exercise.
