2027: Alex Otti Warns Those Planning to Rig Abia Gubernatorial Election to Write Their Wills

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has issued a stern warning to individuals or groups contemplating election rigging ahead of the 2027 governorship election in the state. According to the governor, the outcome of the next gubernatorial poll in Abia will solely be determined by the will of God and the mandate of the people, not by manipulation or electoral malpractice.

Governor Otti made this bold statement during the October edition of “Alex Otti Speaks to Abians”, held at the Government House in Umuahia on Thursday. While addressing the public, he emphasized that anyone with plans to rig the 2027 elections should reconsider their actions, advising such persons to first “write their wills” before attempting to undermine the people’s choice.

He stressed that Abia has moved beyond the dark days of electoral fraud and manipulation, reiterating his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and the protection of democratic values. According to him, the era when powerful politicians determined electoral outcomes through illegal means is over.

Governor Otti stated that the people of Abia now have the power and voice to decide their leaders through free and fair elections, noting that his government will resist any attempt to compromise the integrity of the electoral process.

In his words, “The will of God and the mandate of the people will determine who becomes the next governor of Abia State. Anyone thinking of rigging should first go and write their will.”

He further reminded political stakeholders that the state’s leadership has undergone a transformation that prioritizes good governance and public interest over personal ambition. Otti encouraged citizens to remain vigilant and defend their votes when the time comes, assuring that his administration will continue to uphold democratic values.

This statement has sparked various reactions within the state’s political circles, as Governor Otti’s stance underscores his determination to protect the sanctity of the ballot box and ensure that the 2027 elections in Abia reflect the true wishes of the people.

For the governor, the message is clear: Abia’s destiny will not be decided in secret meetings or through electoral fraud, but by the collective voice of its people under God’s guidance.