President Bola Tinubu says Abia State is already feeling the benefits of his bold decision to scrap fuel subsidy, insisting the move is driving major projects across the country.
Speaking through Works Minister Dave Umahi during a one-day visit to Abia, Tinubu declared, “The removal of the fuel subsidy is gaining momentum projects, and we are beginning to see the benefits here in Abia State. The same progress is being experienced in other states across Nigeria. I am committed to working with your governor to ensure that Abia State fully reclaims its potential.”
Projects commissioned during the visit included the remodeled Dr. Michael Okpara Auditorium and key road networks.
Umahi also urged unity in the South-East, saying, “I ask the people of the South-East to unite and come together. As your brother, I have listened to the messages for Mr President and the comments of the governor of Abia State.”
But the spotlight quickly shifted to the fate of detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe renewed calls for his release, while Governor Alex Otti assured, “I can assure you that I am engaging with Mr President. He is favourably disposed to it, and I am sure that in no distant future, Nnamdi Kanu will regain his freedom.”
In response, Umahi stressed that South-East leaders were pushing for a political settlement.
“I want to assure Senator Abaribe and Governor Otti that the governors of the South-East are working very seriously… I am confident that with the love of the president for the South-East, a peaceful resolution will come to pass. But we must remain law-abiding, appreciative, and recognise that this president has placed the South-East at the centre of national activities.”
