“Don’t Quit Politics After 2031” Abia PFN Clerics Urge Governor Alex Otti to Remain in Public Service!
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“Don’t Quit Politics After 2031” Abia PFN Clerics Urge Governor Alex Otti to Remain in Public Service!
Reported by Mustapha Labake Omowumi (Journalist)| Sele Media Africa
Clerics under the umbrella of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) in Abia State have urged Governor Alex Otti not to retire from politics after completing his constitutionally permitted second term in 2031, but instead allow citizens to determine his future in public service.
The appeal was made during a recent engagement between the governor and PFN leaders in the state, where the clerics commended Otti’s administration for what they described as visible improvements in governance and infrastructure.
Clerics Cite Governance Reforms
Speaking on behalf of the fellowship, PFN representatives praised the governor’s economic and administrative reforms, noting that his leadership style has rekindled public confidence in governance within Abia State.
The clerics said that while respect for constitutional term limits remains paramount, Otti should not prematurely withdraw from Nigeria’s political space. Rather, they urged him to remain available for future national or sub-national service if called upon by the electorate.
According to the religious leaders, “the people should ultimately decide” the governor’s political trajectory beyond 2031.
Otti Reaffirms Commitment to Service
In response, Governor Otti reportedly expressed appreciation for the prayers and support from the Christian community, reiterating that his primary focus remains delivering good governance to Abia residents.
He emphasized that his administration is committed to institutional reforms, fiscal discipline, and infrastructure renewal, which he says are central to repositioning the state’s economy.
Observers note that Otti, elected on the platform of the Labour Party in 2023, has consistently framed his political mission around service delivery rather than career longevity, though calls from supporters for a broader national role have continued to surface.
Broader Political Context
Political analysts say the clerics’ appeal reflects growing approval among key civil society and faith-based groups in Abia State. However, they caution that discussions about post-tenure political plans remain premature, given that Otti is still in the early phase of his first term.
Nigeria’s constitutional framework limits governors to two four-year terms, but former state executives often remain influential in national politics, policy advocacy, or party leadership roles after leaving office.
Why It Matters
The intervention by PFN clerics highlights the increasing role of faith-based organizations in shaping political discourse at the state level. It also underscores the broader conversation about leadership continuity versus democratic rotation in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.
For now, the Abia governor’s immediate challenge remains sustaining reform momentum and meeting public expectations through the remainder of his tenure.
Sources
The Punch
Vanguard Nigeria
Daily Trust
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