Jones Nnanna Ike
Governor Alex Otti’s recent appearance on Arise TV has continued to receive widespread acclaim from a broad spectrum of well-meaning Nigerians. His articulate delivery, visionary leadership, and clear policy direction during the interview won the admiration of many. However, as expected, his growing popularity has unsettled a small band of critics—largely displaced loyalists of the former PDP-led administration in Abia State. These individuals, having lost access to public resources, now occupy themselves with unrelenting and often baseless attacks against every move the Governor makes.
Leading this group is John Okiyi Kalu, who has assumed the role of chief critic and unofficial opposition spokesman. Known for his flair for propaganda, Okiyi Kalu previously served as Commissioner for Information under the unpopular administration of Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu. During that tenure, he was more preoccupied with media optics than real development—crafting a misleading narrative of progress while the state visibly deteriorated.