Otti Reveals Abia Govt’s Plans to Buyback Star Paper Mill Aba

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has disclosed that the State Government has made offers to buyback the moribund Star Paper Mill, Aba with a view to reviving the industry.

Otti disclosed this on Thursday, during a grand civic reception organised in his honour by the Abiriba Communal Improvement Union (ACIU) held at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba.

He recalled how the once bubbling industry closed down and was bought over by the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), adding that the State Government has made an offer to AMCON to it buyback.

“So, one thing you can take to the bank is that under our watch, Star Paper Mill will be back,” Gov. Otti assured.

The Governor promised to restore electric power to the communities in Ohafia LGA and informed the audience that discussions are on with EEDC for Abia State Government to acquire the Abia North and Umuahia ringed fence of the EEDC.

“We are working very hard to ensure that the entire Ohafia local government begins to have power, not just power, but constant power. I heard the Mayor of Ohafia LGA say that he is discussing with EEDC.

“We have made the offer already and we are in discussions. We will soon conclude it and take it over completely, Gov. Otti stated.

He thanked the Abiriba people for the reception describing it as overwhelming, adding that he has always enjoyed a very strong relationship with the Abiriba people.

In their speeches, the Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Anya Oko Anya and President general Abiriba Communal Improvement Union (ACIU), Chief Yuccee Otta Uwa appreciated Governor Alex Otti for his transformational projects across the State.

They noted that the Governor is restoring Aba through strategic actions, adding that he has changed the narrative of governance in Abia State within 2 years in office and assured him of their sustained support. They equally applauded him for the reconstruction of the Umuahia – Uzuakoli – Akara – Abiriba road and the approval he has granted for the construction of Ndi Okoronta road.

In their goodwill messages, Chief Jackson Agbai Abba (Kukunda Abiriba), Chief Nwaka Inem (Enyioha), Chief David Ogba Onuoha (Ugo’Ena Abiriba), Mrs Ukanwa Onuma, and the Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Chief Eleanya Ochu Kalu saluted the visionary leadership of Governor Otti, which has positively affected all facets of the economy.

The reception featured various presentations including cultural displays, while few Abiriba people in other political parties including Chief James Agbagha Ochunkwo (Owoblow), Chief Kalu Ume and Chief Kalu Udeagha declared their intention to join Governor Otti’s Labour Party.