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2027: My Re-election Unstoppable, Otti Tells Orji Kalu

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has warned that no individual or group can distract his administration with 2027 elections, saying he is focused on delivering development for the state.Otti made the statement on Saturday at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Umuikaa District headquarters, Isialangwa South LGA, while attending worship with his wife, Priscilla Chidinma.“I am not bothered about 2027. The same God who settled 2023 will also settle 2027,” he said.He vowed that his government will continue to do the right thing, not minding the attacks by the opposition.In his sermon on “Living With Eternal Perspective”, Masterguide Chidera Mark cited Isaiah 40:28-31, reminding the congregation that God does not change or faint. He said:“Before Governor Otti came, there were issues to worry about in Abia State, but his emergence brought hope. His re-election would sustain the hope and good works being witnessed today.”The church service concluded with prayers for Governor Otti and the state government.

Nwakanma Sunday | 1) Gubernatorial elections—Nigeria 2) Political campaigns—Nigeria 3) Incumbents—Nigeria | Punch Newspaper | Monday, January 19, 2026