Alex Otti: The Banker Turned Governor Charting a New Course for Abia State.
Alex Otti: The Banker Turned Governor Charting a New Course for Abia State. By Amb. Dr. Onwuka Okorie In the dynamic landscape of Nigerian politics, the emergence of Dr. Alex Otti as the Governor of Abia State marks a significant shift. A renowned economist and former top banker, Otti's victory in the March 2023 gubernatorial election under the banner of the Labour Party (LP) not only broke the long-standing dominance of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the state but also ushered in an era of high expectations for reform and development. From Boardroom to Government House Before venturing into the political arena, Alex Otti built an impressive career in the Nigerian banking sector. Armed with a First Class Honours degree in Economics from the University of Port Harcourt and an MBA, his journey culminated in his appointment as the Group Managing Director/CEO of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc (now part of Access Bank). During his tenure, he was credited with driving signi...