Abia State Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, joined Igbo leaders, statesmen and other stakeholders at the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Igbo Day Lecture and Dinner held in Umuahia.

The event, held at the Michael Okpara Auditorium, was organised around the theme, “The Igbo Charter and Development of Ala Igbo,” and brought together political leaders, traditional rulers, clergy, business leaders and representatives of socio-cultural organisations.

Speaking at the gathering, Abia State Governor Alex Otti outlined his administration’s economic direction for the state, with emphasis on manufacturing, digital commerce and technology-driven businesses.

Otti said Abia was deliberately moving beyond conventional trading to create an economy driven by local production, technology and digital platforms.