In his inaugural speech at the Umuahia Township Stadium, the governor assured the people that the state government would be transparent and accountable in carrying out its duties.
The banker-turned-politician also vowed to shun every form of corruption, saying gratification is forbidden in his government.
He also revealed plans by his administration to reform the civil service in the state, saying he will prioritise the workforce for efficiency and professionalism.
Otti explained that as part of measures to unmask ghost workers in the civil service, the state government will embrace technology.
The move, he stated, is to determine those who had been genuinely employed and those who are actively stealing from the public treasury.
