Opah Promises To End Draconian Taxation, Restore Accountability In Abia

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Opah, has promised to run a transparent and people-oriented government driven by empathy, accountability and policies that will improve the welfare of residents if elected in 2027.

Outlining his agenda, Opah expressed concern over what he described as a draconian tax regime in the state, particularly its impact on residents and business owners, pledging to review and reduce the tax burden.

According to him, although taxation remains necessary for government revenue generation, the system must be reasonable and commensurate with the economic realities of the people.

“We cannot run government without taxes, but we should not have a draconian tax regime. Our government will review the tax system to ensure that Abians and business owners are not overtaxed,” he stated.

On local government administration, the APC candidate promised to ensure that funds accruing to the 17 Local Government Areas are effectively utilised for grassroots development.

He questioned the state of infrastructure and sanitation in several local government headquarters, arguing that their present condition does not reflect the level of financial allocations reportedly received by the councils.

“Most Local Government Areas receive not less than N350 million, yet their headquarters do not look as if such funds are coming in. Most of the local government headquarters are overgrown with weeds,” he said.

Opah maintained that his proposed administration would prioritise accountability in the management of public funds, restore confidence in the civil service and create a more business-friendly environment for economic growth.

Opah who addressed journalists in Umuahia on Saturday, November 7, 2026 dispelled rumours of an alliance with other governorship candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying he is very much in the race.

“I want to reassure you that Eric Opah is in the race as a candidate of the APC, the party at the centre, to win. I am not in alliance with any other candidates as far as the APC governorship contest is concerned. If there is anybody other candidates should align with, it should be me”, he said.