Abia speaker denies rift with Ikpeazu, says criticism lubricates democracy | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News

Contrary to insinuations in some quarters that the Abia State House of Assembly was on collision course with the governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, the Speaker, Hon. Chinedum Orji said there was no truth in such speculations. However, the Speaker told The Guardian that although the 7th ABHA enjoys cordial working relationship with the Executive, the fact remains that “constructive criticisms of government activities and policies are part of the ideals of democracy.

While challenging Abia citizens to imbibe the culture of speaking out, Orji tasked journalists on factual reportage of policies and programmes of the government, stressing that democracy could only make meaning when citizens take interest in the goings on of the state.

Hon. Orji maintained that the 24-member Abia legislature, comprising 19 PDP members and five opposition lawmakers, is on the same page and with abiding resolve to continue supporting the PDP administration of Governor Ikpeazu as he strives to develop the state within the limits of available resources.

On whether his position as speaker is under any threat, Hon Orji, who is a ranking legislator representing Umuahia Central State Constituency for a second term, disclosed that he enjoys the maximum cooperation, support and rapport of his colleagues.

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