Tinubu Sends Delegation To Inspect FG, State Projects In Abia

A high-powered Renewed Hope Ambassadors Presidential Media Team arrived in Abia State on Tuesday to inspect federal and state government projects across the state.

Naija News reports that the Abia State Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting held on Monday and presided over by Governor Alex Otti.

Kanu said the visit was part of the Renewed Hope National Media Tour aimed at showcasing projects being executed by the administration of President Bola Tinubu and various state governments across the country.

The commissioner said the media tour would cover the six geopolitical zones, adding that the visit to Abia was timely because of the cordial relationship between the state government and the Federal Government.

“This is part of the Renewed Hope National Media Tour of projects under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and state governments,” Kanu said.

“The tour is designed to cover the six geopolitical zones of the country. The visit by the team is quite timely, given the very cordial relationship between the state government and the Federal Government.

“This is a relationship that has led to partnerships between the state and Federal Government, as reflected in projects such as the airport project and the recently flagged-off Renewed Hope Housing Estate project.”

According to him, members of the presidential media team will visit various parts of Abia to inspect road projects and other development initiatives being carried out across the 17 local government areas.

He added that the tour would culminate in a civic reception to be hosted by Governor Otti in honour of the team.

Kanu also disclosed that full operations had commenced at the ultra-modern bus terminal in Umuahia.

He said operators in the informal transport sector had started moving into the facility as part of the state government’s plan to reorganise transport operations in the capital city.

“The first phase of operations involves the Abia Green Shuttle buses. The second phase involves the informal transport operators, while the third phase will involve the formal transport operators,” he said.

The commissioner noted that stakeholders had expressed satisfaction with the services and operations at the terminal.

He, however, admitted that some operators were initially reluctant to embrace the relocation.

“There appears to be some pushback among some operators, and this is a result of the fact that people are not always willing to embrace change easily,” he said.

Kanu explained that about 39 transport operators were involved in the relocation process.

He said enforcement would commence on Tuesday to ensure that all operators comply with the directive and move into the terminal.

“Enforcement will also commence today (Tuesday) to bring all the operators into the terminal,” he added.

The commissioner said the move was part of efforts to improve orderliness, safety and efficiency in public transportation within Umuahia.

Speaking on infrastructure development, Kanu said the Otti administration remained committed to improving the road network across Abia State.

He said the government had continued to pursue road construction and rehabilitation projects despite the progress already recorded.

“Despite these laudable achievements, the transformative work in road infrastructure continues,” he stated.

The commissioner said the ongoing projects were aimed at improving movement, opening up communities and supporting economic activities across the state.

Kanu also announced that the Abia State Government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs and in collaboration with the Office of the Wife of the Governor, would commemorate the International Day of the Boy Child on June 16, 2026.

He said the event formed part of the state government’s broader commitment to social development and family welfare.

The commissioner added that the Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection, in partnership with the Office of the Wife of the Governor, had joined the global community in marking the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

According to Kanu, activities lined up for the event include public sensitisation campaigns on the rights of older persons, available protection services and reporting channels for abuse cases.

He said, “As part of activities marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2026, the ministry will undertake public sensitisation and awareness campaigns on elders’ rights, protection services and available reporting mechanisms. It will also engage senior citizens, community stakeholders and development partners on the Senior Citizens Policy Framework.”

Kanu said the ministry would also strengthen collaboration with healthcare facilities, community leaders and social protection actors to improve prevention, reporting, response and referral mechanisms for older persons.

He explained that the initiative was designed to support older persons and promote an inclusive society where senior citizens could live with dignity, security and hope.

The commissioner said the Otti administration remained committed to infrastructure renewal, social protection and partnerships that would improve the lives of residents across Abia State.