Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, has tasked security agencies to protect the public property and assets to ensure they serve their purposes.
Otti stated this at the flag-off of the resuscitation of Aba regional water scheme and the State Integrated (WASH) Accelerated Programme in Aba, the commercial hub of the state.
His words, “The initiative, in addition to guaranteeing steady and sufficient water supply, will also support human hygiene and effective sanitation.
”The project will also support emergency response services, especially in moments of fire outbreaks, enabling rescue workers to save lives and mitigate damages to property.”
Contributing, the member representing Aba Central constituency, Ucheonye Stephen and the leader of Aba organised private sector, John Udeagbala lauded Otti for the projects.
In a goodwill message, the Catholic Bishop of Aba Diocese, Most Rev. Prof. Augustine Echema commended the governor for the laudable project he initiated.
The bishop, who described it as a new beginning in Abia State, said that the governor is matching words with action, adding that Abia has not have it so good as it is today.
Earlier, the general manager of the State Water and Sewage Corporation, Felix Okonkwo, said the event was a bold initiative to improve the living standard of the people.
