A senior clergyman of the Assemblies of God, Nigeria, Dr John Amah, has written an open letter to the Governor of Abia State, Dr Alex Otti, commending his achievements within a short period in office and lauding his exceptional leadership style.
In the letter titled “THANK YOU HIS EXCELLENCY, DR ALEX OTTI, THE LISTENING GOVERNOR”, and made available to the Newsmen , Dr Amah lauded the Governor’s tireless efforts in transforming Abia State.
He particularly commended Governor Otti’s outstanding leadership and uncommon humility, describing him as “a listening Governor”.
“I particularly acknowledge your bold and visionary decision to flag off the construction of the Ohafia–Arochukwu Road, a major road that had remained in deplorable condition for decades.
“Although this road falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government, you chose not to hide behind bureaucracy but instead took responsibility for the well-being of your people.
“That singular act demonstrated your uncommon sense of duty, responsibility, and leadership,” he stated.
Dr Amah expressed joy that a request he made to the Governor through his representative at the burial of the former Mayor of Osisioma Ngwa LGA, Engr Israel Nweke, was acted upon.
“Before delivering the message that day, I humbly informed your representative that I had been told the contractors had left the construction site. I pleaded, with the little influence I have as a preacher in Assemblies of God, that they should be asked to return to site.
“To my utmost joy and amazement, Your Excellency responded with swift and decisive action. Today, the contractors are back on the site, and the work has resumed. That, Sir, is what we call responsive leadership”, Dr Amah stated.
He said the Governor’s action has renewed hope in governance among the ordinary people of Abia State and strengthened confidence in the future of the state.
The clergyman, while thanking Governor Otti for making the people proud, prayed that the Almighty God who placed the sceptre of governance in his hands would continue to uphold and guide him.
“May the Lord who enthroned you preserve your throne. You shall not fall, and your light shall not go dim. You will finish well and finish strong.
“Wisdom beyond your peers is your portion. You shall continue to operate with clarity of vision, sound judgment, and divine strategy.
“Every hand lifted against your leadership shall be confounded. Those who plot your downfall shall stumble and fall before your rising.
“May your government experience supernatural acceleration. What takes others years, may it take you months. What seems impossible, may it become your everyday testimony.
“The peace of God shall rest upon Abia State under your leadership. Violence shall be far from your gates; prosperity shall overflow in the land.
“Your legacy shall be generational. Long after you’ve left office, the works of your hands will still speak in Abia State and beyond.
“Your family is shielded from every form of attack, scandal, or shame. Your wife shall be a crown upon your head, and your children shall be mighty in the land.
“May heaven continually back you up. As you listen to the cry of the common man, so shall heaven listen to your own prayers. You shall never lack the right men and women—helpers of destiny, counsellors, advisors, and implementers—who will help you carry out your divine assignment.
“Your second term shall not be a struggle. If the Lord tarries, and it is His will, He will grant you the favour of continuity and legacy completion,” Dr Amah declared.
