Governance is not a rocket science.
Dear Governor Alex Otti, when you finish with Abia state, please come to Enugu state. Governor Amuneke wants to finish us here.
Today, I expressed our commitment to the immediate flag-off and successful delivery of the Aba Commercial Smart City project, a transformative initiative that has the potential to redefine Aba as a modern commercial and technology-driven hub.
During a business meeting with the leadership of the project at Government House, Umuahia, I charged all project partners to fast-track the necessary processes so we can move from planning to implementation. In Abia, we do not believe in abandoned projects. We only embark on projects we are determined to complete.
I also directed the DG/CEO of the Public Private Partnership and Investment Promotion Office, Mr. Chinedu Chijioke, to work closely with the project team to ensure the State is ready for the project's flag-off.
I appreciate the commitment shown by the CEO of Aba Commercial Smart City and former Minister of Power, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, who described the project as one that will restore Aba to its pride of place, as well as the Board of Trustees Chairman, Sir Dr. Mike Okiro, former Inspector General of Police, and the Founder and President of Aba Commercial Smart City, Ambassador Osita Offor (Ultimate Commander), who presented a financially realistic framework for the project.
The team also informed us that, through their financial adviser and partnering banks, they have secured an initial โฆ20 billion to commence the project.
The Aba Commercial Smart City promises to be a game changer for our State. With technology, innovation, and strategic partnerships driving its development, we remain committed to ensuring that this vision becomes a reality for the benefit of Ndi Abia and generations to come.