FENRAD hails Gov. Otti at 60, calls for enhanced transparency in Abia

Stanley Ihedigbo

Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy, and Development (FENRAD) has congratulated Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, on his 60th birthday, while also emphasizing the need for enhanced transparency in governance.

The call for transparency is particularly significant, given the recent passage of the 2025 budget, which has been described as “aggressive”.

According to the Executive Director, FENRAD, Comrade Nelson Nnanna Nwafor, they acknowledges and commends Governor Otti’s strides in infrastructural development across the state, particularly the ongoing road rehabilitation, urban renewal projects, and other initiatives aimed at improving the socio-economic landscape of Abia.

” These interventions are critical to enhancing the welfare of citizens and fostering sustainable development. While we celebrate these commendable efforts, we also seize this opportunity to call on the governor to deepen his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and prudent resource management. As a state that yearns for inclusive governance and participatory democracy, we urge the government to institutionalize a proactive disclosure framework where citizens are regularly informed about state projects, expenditures, and decision-making processes.

“To achieve this, FENRAD recommends the establishment of a periodic Accountability and Transparency Briefing, where the government provides Abians with updates on project execution, budget implementation, and policy direction. This initiative will not only build public trust but also encourage civic engagement in governance.

“As Governor Otti marks his 60th birthday, we urge him to consolidate his administration’s achievements by strengthening accountability mechanisms, ensuring prudent use of public funds, and fostering open governance. The people of Abia State deserve a government that prioritizes integrity, efficiency, and inclusivity in decision-making,” he emphasized.

The Human Rights Activist further congratulated His Excellency on the milestone and wish him continued wisdom and strength in his leadership journey.