Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has dismissed speculations about plans to contest for Senate after his governorship, declaring he will retire from politics upon completing his tenure.

Speaking at a reception hosted by the Anambra Development Unions Association, Aba branch, on Saturday, Otti labeled the reports as “unfounded” and “misleading.”

“When I finish my eight years here, I will retire. I am not going to Abuja,” he stated.

He called on critics to stop spreading falsehoods and emphasized the importance of giving younger Nigerians more opportunities in politics. “We are no longer that young. Society is changing, and the young ones are rising. It’s time we give them the opportunity,” he added.

Otti also addressed past administrative injustices, announcing a review of the 2011 disengagement of 154 civil servants—mostly teachers—dismissed on the basis of state of origin. He condemned the move as “unjust” and “illegal,” and directed the head of service to urgently assess the matter for possible reinstatement or compensation.

He said those under 65 could be re-engaged on contract to tackle the teacher shortage, while others would receive fair consideration.

Governor Otti reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to justice, inclusion, and righting the wrongs of the past.