Abia prepares for ‘solemn assembly’ as electioneering heightens - Punch Newspapers
The Abia State Government has concluded plans to hold a Solemn Assembly and Covenant Renewal Service this week. The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and Coordinator of the programme, Prince Uzor Nwachukwu, said the programme with the theme, ‘Remembering the Covenant,’ ahead of the 2027 general elections, became necessary to thank God for His faithfulness to the state. “For all those who have been in Abia, the story of our state is well known. From the time of our creation as a state in 1991, the various leaders had given their best, but the state had serious and terrible challenges,” he said. The Commissioner recalled that Abia at a time became a national embarrassment following reports of leaders being taken to shrines for allegiance, adding that the state became synonymous with bad governance and underdevelopment until the emergence of the Governor Alex Otti. He recalled the wild jubilation that greeted the declaration of Otti as governor and the subsequent seven-day fasting and prayers coordinated by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) that culminated in the rededication of the state to God at Ngwa High School, Aba, where the new leadership entered into a covenant with God. Kanu rallies Enyimba fans amid crisis Otti, Achebe caution Ohanaeze against partisan politics Gratuity: Pensioners’ forum alleges payment shortfall “As we get into another season of election, by next month, October, campaigns may start in full swing, it was the thinking of the governor and his leadership that same God, we need to go and thank Him for thus far He has led us, and renew this covenant. “After God has answered your prayers, the normal thing will be to thank Him,” Nwachukwu said. Contributing, the Commissioner for Information Prince Okey Kanu said the initiative was conceived out of the administration’s belief to further seek God’s guidance and commit the affairs of the state into His hands, especially as campaigns and other activities surrounding the 2027 general elections gather momentum. Sunday Nwakanma Sunday Nwakanma is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over 25 years of professional experience in reporting. He is based in Abia State and has worked across local, regional, and national newspapers, covering a wide range of public affairs issues. Sunday’s work reflects extensive newsroom experience, multiple professional recognitions, and a strong commitment to press freedom and responsible journalism.
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