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Abia not poor, just poorly managed – PDP gov candidate Anosike

From The Punch · () English

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Interview Named sources Context piece
  • Kelechi Anosike, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Abia, Nigeria, asserts that the state is poorly managed, not impoverished.
  • Anosike claims his political background and experience as a "reformer" and "builder" position him to effectively manage the state's resources, contrasting with the incumbent governor.
  • He addresses concerns about zoning, arguing his candidacy from the "Old Bende" region does not disrupt the political balance, as previous governors were from the "Ukwa-Ngwa" region.

Kelechi Anosike, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Nigeria's Abia State, contends that the state's challenges stem from mismanagement rather than a lack of resources.

Abia is not poor; but Abia is poorly managed.

— Kelechi AnosikeStating his core message about the state's economic condition.

Anosike, who joined the PDP in 2005, highlights his extensive political involvement, including national assignments for the party and past electoral contests for positions like National Working Committee member and House of Representatives. He describes himself not as a "regular politician" but as a "reformer" and "builder," likening his business acumen to that of a "blue-chip lawyer" capable of revamping corporate fortunes. His core message, resonating with the populace, is that "Abia is not poor; but Abia is poorly managed."

So, for us, the last governor, Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, was from Ukwa-Ngwa, and the current governor, Governor Alex Otti, is from Ukwa-Ngwa. Dr Kelechi Anosike is coming as a governor from Old Bende. So, I am not disrupting any order.

— Kelechi AnosikeExplaining his position on the state's zoning arrangement.

Addressing concerns about the state's zoning arrangement, Anosike clarifies his position. He explains that Abia Central, his home district, comprises "Ukwa-Ngwa" and "Old Bende." He notes that the immediate past governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, and the current governor, Alex Otti, are both from the Ukwa-Ngwa region. As Anosike hails from Old Bende, he asserts that his emergence as governor would not disrupt the established political balance or violate the zoning arrangement, which he views as a new development in Abia politics.

I’m more of a reformer, more of a builder. I create things, I look at situations. They call me blue-chip lawyer.

— Kelechi AnosikeDescribing his approach to leadership and problem-solving.

Anosike's campaign emphasizes his ability to manage funds and resources more effectively than the incumbent, Alex Otti. He believes his approach will unlock greater potential for Abia State, attracting support from citizens who see the possibility of receiving more under his leadership. He positions himself as a candidate with a clear vision for economic transformation, social protection, and inclusive development.

So, the popular slogan is, they say, Alex Otti is doing well, but Anozie will do better because he knows how to manage funds and resources.

— Kelechi AnosikeHighlighting the public perception and his campaign's promise.
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