Gov. Otti Raises Alarm Over Plot To Destabilize Administration

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has uncovered plans of some political actors to sponsor a protest against his administration and destabilise the state.

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Naija News reports that Otti made this known in a statement on Friday, through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma.

According to the statement, intelligence reports indicate that some individuals are mobilising miscreants from Aba and neighbouring states to stage a protest tagged “Tinubu Dey Work, Otti Dey Chop.”

Ekeoma described the planned protest as an attempt to promote a false narrative that the Federal Government funded projects currently being executed by the state government.

He reiterated that Governor Otti’s government had earlier clarified that federal refunds for such projects had been discontinued.

The statement further urged parents and guardians to advise their children and wards against participating in any politically motivated protests that could jeopardise their safety.

The government assured residents that it remains committed to maintaining peace, security, and an open political environment where individuals can freely pursue their political ambitions without fear or intimidation.

The statement read, “The alleged plot is designed to trigger confrontation between the protesters and security operatives, particularly the State Task Force in Aba, which could escalate into violence, loss of lives, and a breakdown of law and order.

“The government warns that such actions may be part of efforts to create instability in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections.

“While we reaffirm our commitment to democratic principles and tolerance of opposition, we will take decisive action against any individual or group found attempting to endanger public safety under the guise of political expression”.