February 18, 2026
The Chairman of the Abia State Disability Commission, Mr. David Anyaele, has extended warm felicitations to the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, as he marks his 61st birthday on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
In a goodwill message issued on Wednesday, Anyaele described Otti’s birthday as not only a personal milestone but also a moment of reflection on what he called “a renewed trajectory of purposeful governance” in the state.
The Commission Chairman praised Governor Otti’s commitment to disability inclusion and the welfare of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), noting that the administration has demonstrated visible efforts toward breaking long-standing barriers that hinder equal access and participation.
According to Anyaele, the disability community in Abia is witnessing a new era of participation, recognition, and visibility under Otti’s leadership. He stated that deliberate policies and reforms have created opportunities for traditionally marginalized groups, especially PWDs, to have a voice in governance and a stake in the state’s development.
“The disability community is witnessing participation and visibility in your government, with special attention being paid to removing barriers that hinder equal opportunities,” the statement read in part.
Anyaele commended the governor’s energy, doggedness, intellectual depth, and what he described as a deliberate dedication to rescuing the state from years of negative development. He said Otti’s style of leadership has restored confidence in governance and inspired hope among vulnerable populations.
“Your Excellency’s birthday is a constant reminder that a better Abia State is possible,” Anyaele stated. “Breaking barriers against persons with disabilities is not rocket science. What it requires is political will, compassion, and commitment — qualities your administration continues to demonstrate.”
He further expressed gratitude to God for what he termed divine timing in Otti’s emergence as governor, saying the state is benefiting from leadership positioned for transformative impact.
Anyaele emphasized that inclusion must remain central to governance, stressing that sustainable development cannot be achieved if any segment of society is left behind.
“As Chairman of the Disability Commission, I join men and women of goodwill across the world to pray for your continued good health, long life, and greater accomplishments,” he said. “May God grant you divine insight, foresight, and innovative ideas as you lead Abia State beyond 2027.”
Stakeholders within the disability community have similarly acknowledged ongoing reforms aimed at institutional strengthening, accessibility improvements, and broader civic engagement. Observers note that such recognition from the Commission underscores growing collaboration between government and advocacy groups in the state.
As Governor Otti turns 61, tributes from different quarters continue to highlight his administration’s reform-driven agenda, with disability inclusion increasingly seen as a defining pillar of his governance philosophy.
For many in Abia’s disability community, the celebration of the governor’s birthday is also a celebration of renewed hope — hope that inclusive leadership can translate policy promises into lived realities.
