The Secretary to the Abia State Government (SSG), Professor Kenneth Kalu, has received approval from Governor Alex Otti to embark on a leave of absence to address “some serious domestic matters” that require his physical presence in Canada.
Governor Otti announced the development in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma, during the State Executive Council (EXCO) Meeting on Monday.
Governor Otti noted the enormous responsibility of the SSG’s office, explaining that he could not allow Professor Kalu to work remotely.
He thanked the Professor for the “excellent services” he rendered to the state during his tenure and wished him well as he commenced his leave.
Addressing the State EXCO, Professor Kalu expressed his profound gratitude to Governor Otti for the opportunity to serve in a government that he believes has “wiped the tears of Abia people and made them proud.”
He assured his colleagues that he would continue to contribute to the development of the state from afar.
“Above all, having the opportunity to serve in a government that has wiped the tears of Abia people and made them proud, was a dream come through, hence my gratitude to Governor Otti for his support,” Professor Kalu said.
Professor Kalu, an accomplished Chartered Accountant who hails from Abam in Arochukwu Local Government Area, was a Senior University Don in Canada before his appointment.
He had taken a leave of absence from his academic role to join Governor Otti’s campaign and was subsequently appointed the SSG following Otti’s victory at the polls.
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