By Chuks Uzochukwu
Natives chiefs of the Obube Ancient Kingdom in Owerri North Local Government of Imo state have pledged their support to the governorship candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Sir Tony Ejiogu in the November 11th election.
The community leaders who expressed their confidence on the capacity of Ejiogu to deliver good governance if elected, said they were pleased with his courage to join the race.
They stated this during the APGA candidate visit to their area on campaign tour on Thursday.
The native chiefs decried how past and present governments of the state had neglected them and commended Ejiogu for being the first candidate to acknowledge their historic significance in the state.
Chief Samuel Akujiuobi who spoke on their behalf said, "Sir Tony Ejiogu is an exceptional leader. We are praying for him to succeed because he means well for our people. We need a progressive-minded leader like him who would create an enabling environment for business to thrive and for the state to prosper."
"Our community has suffered gross neglect by the government, evidenced by the lack of any meaningful public infrastructure in our entire community, despite our strategic and historic significance."
Responding, Ejiogu thanked the chiefs for their support and promised to run an inclusive government if elected.
He assured them that his administration would accord them deserved recognition and urged them to ensure their people participate actively in the coming election.
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He said, "the discussion to create Imo started in this community (Ngwoma), the late traditional ruler, Eze A.I Onukogu was the Chairman of that Committee, he played a vital role in the creation of Imo State.
"I thought it wise to come back to here and pay homage to you, the founding fathers of our state and as well seek the land's blessings in my determination to rebuild Imo state for developmental strides".
"The present Imo is not what the founding fathers had hoped for, hence my desire to right the wrongs."
"There is a wind of change blowing across this nation. Our people are desirous to sign a new social contract, hence everybody should be bold enough to come out on November 11th to vote and secure their votes.
"I equally call on our security agencies to ensure the safety of all, we want to bring about good governance,” he added.
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