Ikpeazu, in a press release made available to Journalists by his Chief Press Secretary, Onyebuchi Ememanka,
noted that the future of the state is bright adding that the vision for a more prosperous Abia under his administration remains intact.
He made it clear that even in the face of tough challenges, the people have continued to trudge on towards the path of peace and progress and assured that he will remain focused and dedicated in the discharge of his obligations as Governor of the state.
Describing Abia as “work in progress”, the Governor stated that the development of critical infrastructure in the State has received massive impetus under his administration, especially with the number of road projects that have either been completed or ongoing, assuring that the tempo will be sustained and increased to ensure that the infrastructural stock in the State is improved significantly.
The Governor thanked God and the people of the State for the security, peace and stability the State has enjoyed in last couple of years, describing Abia as the most politically stable state in the country.
Governor Ikpeazu assured the people of the State that even with the challenges posed by the sudden outbreak of COVID-19 which created massive economic shocks across the globe, his administration will continue to apply prudence in ensuring that available resources are managed for the good of our people, while seeking creative means to improve our financial capabilities.
He also tasked the people of the State to appreciate the fact that the economic disequilibrum created by the effects of Covid-19 especially on the global financial system will inevitably demand certain levels of readjustments and sacrifices in the management of the State’s finances.
He thanked the people of the State for the support his administration has enjoyed and assured them that he will continue to discharge the responsibilities of his office with dedication and commitment to the ideals of economic development and progress.
According to the governor, his administration will develop more sustainable means of solidifying the state’s position as the SME Capital of Nigeria by continuing to support the growth of local enterprises as a catalyst for economic development”.
He encourged Abians not to become faint hearted especially in the face of the effects of COVID-19, but continue to accept the reality of the deadly nature of the virus and take all necessary precautions in line with the protocols as enunciated by all relevant health authorities.
