The Abia State Government wishes to inform the general public that His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, will on Tuesday, 16th December 2025, officially unveil the Abia State 25-Year Development Plan, a landmark and visionary policy framework of the present administration.
The unveiling ceremony is scheduled to hold by 2:00pm at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Umuahia.
The Abia State Government invites the following development partners to witness and participate in this historic event: UNDP, PIND, PACE, PWC, AGEAC, Local Government Chairmen, traditional rulers, student bodies, persons with disabilities (PWD), and other stakeholders.
This disclosure follows the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting held at Government House, Umuahia, and presided over by Governor Alex Otti. The 25-Year Development Plan represents one of the most significant legacy initiatives of the administration, carefully designed to provide a deliberate, transformative and long-term roadmap for the socio-economic advancement of Abia State up to the middle of the 21st century.
The Development Plan articulates a comprehensive vision for economic resilience, infrastructural expansion, social advancement and generational security. It is strategically structured around six key pillars, namely: people and resources; growth and stability; sustainable economy; social infrastructure and inclusion; governance and reform; as well as cross-sector linkages.
When fully implemented, the plan is expected to build a dynamic and inclusive economy by unlocking local potential, strengthening productivity and attracting both local and global investments across critical sectors of the state’s economy. It also places strong emphasis on the development of modern, climate-resilient infrastructure, including clean energy solutions, digital connectivity and sustainable urban planning.
Furthermore, the Development Plan prioritizes strong institutional frameworks that promote transparency, accountability, citizen participation, peace, security and inclusive development. It is a future-ready blueprint intended to reposition Abia State on a sustainable path of growth, competitiveness and prosperity.
The Abia State Government assures stakeholders, development partners and the general public of its firm commitment to the diligent and faithful implementation of this Development Plan, which is projected to elevate Abia State to the forefront of economic well-being and development among states in Nigeria.
Signed:
Prince Okey Kanu
Hon. Commissioner for Information
15-12-2025
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