Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has called on the leaders of Ohanaeze Ndigbo to help bring back the moral values the Igbo people used to be known for.

He explained that it is now the duty of all Igbo leaders to revive key cultural traits like honesty, dedication to work, resilience, dignity, and respect for elders.

Governor Otti gave this advice on Tuesday during a meeting with the executive members of the Abia State chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. The delegation was led by the State President, Chukwuemeka Okwuonu.

Otti reminded everyone that Igbos are known for their self-reliance and not for begging or depending on government support. He said his government is working hard to make the state a good place for businesses to grow.

He encouraged Ohanaeze leaders to start programs that will make the Igbo people feel a sense of unity and shared responsibility in achieving the group’s goals.

The Governor also mentioned that a total of ₦4.1 billion has already been raised for the new Abia State Security Trust Fund. He promised to give full support to any good plans Ohanaeze Ndigbo has.

In response, Chukwuemeka Okwuonu, the President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Abia State, praised Governor Otti for making the Igbo language a required subject in primary and secondary schools across the state. He also appreciated the Governor’s work since taking office.

Okwuonu shared that Ohanaeze plans to set up branches in every local government area in Abia before the end of the year. He also encouraged parents to speak Igbo at home so that children can grow up learning the language.