The Chairman, Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers, Eze Linus Nto Mbah (Linto), has said that the $125 million financing facility secured by Governor Alex Otti from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) for the State’s Integrated Infrastructure Development Project will greatly accelerate development in the state.
Eze Mbah made the remark while reacting to the approval of the facility by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Federal Executive Council meeting held on Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
The Royal father expressed delight that the loan would support the construction of approximately 126 kilometres of road network in Aba and 35.57 kilometres in Umuahia, alongside critical erosion control works across the state.
He expressed optimism that the infrastructural projects initiated by Governor Otti would reduce travel time on Abia roads, create employment opportunities, and help to tackle erosion challenges, amongst other benefits.
Commending Governor Otti for his achievements so far, Eze Mbah said that the administration had earned the confidence of leading international development institutions through its transparency in governance.
According to him, the Governor’s commitment has not only restored public trust but also attracted the attention of multilateral and bilateral partners eager to support his transformation agenda.
Eze Mbah, who is also the traditional ruler of Atalgboukwu Kingdom, Umuzomgbo, Arochukwu Local Government Area, thanked President Tinubu for approving the facility and the development partners of the Abia State Government for their roles in securing the loan to further enhance growth in the state.
