Madumere drums support for Owerri Zone’s 2028  Governorship slot in Imo

By Athan Agbakwuru, Owerri 

Former Deputy Governor of Imo State, Prince Eze Madumere has harped on the need for political actors in the state to respect the Imo Charter of Equity and allow Owerri Zone to produce the next Governor after Senator Hope Uzodimma in 2028.

Madumere who spoke to newsmen in Owerri told politicians of Orlu and Okigwe zonal extractions  warming up to contest the position to drop their ambitions and consider Owerri zone for the seat.

According to him, the appeal for other zones to support Owerri Zone’s bid is neither to cause  disunity nor about zonal interest but one for fairness, a better and more united Imo “where no zone would be marginalized or neglected.”

Going down memory lane, Madumere recalled that while Orlu zone has ruled the state for over 20 years by producing three Governors, Chief Achike Udenwa (1999-2007); Senator Rochas Okorocha (2011-2019); and the incumbent Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, while Okigwe has had its turn twice via late Chief Sam Mbakwe and Chief Ikedi Ohakim while Owerri Zone has had only a short-lived opportunity under the late Chief Evan Enwerem and Emeka Ihedioha.

His words, “For a state that prides itself on unity and brotherhood, this imbalance is so glaring, even to a blind man. A state that prides itself not just as the epitome but the epicentre of knowledge and justice in the Eastern heartland, it is not only sad but most unfortunate.
“It has become so exigent and necessary to change the narrative. We have to be part of history in making peace, justice, and equity to reign in our state.

“Over the years, Ndi Owerre have been the pillar of support for our brothers from Orlu and Okigwe. We have stood by you in your times of need, voted for your leaders, and worked with you to build Imo State. We have never been selfish or sectional in our political choices because we believe in the unity of Imo State. 

“Now, we come to you not as beggars but as brothers and sisters, asking for justice and equity. It’s time for Owerri zone to be given the opportunity to govern Imo state.

“On our own part, Owerri zone is ready to produce a Governor for Imo people, a Governor you can trust, a Governor who will consider and treat Imo State as a united family.”

He applauded the initiatives of Sen. Hope Uzodimma and the Elders Council for adding fillip to this clarion call for the unity of Imo State by supporting Owerri zone in our efforts to produce the next Governor of Imo State.

“History now beckons on the Town union leaders, religious associations, youths, men and women of goodwill; our brothers and sisters from Orlu and Okigwe zones to join hands with us in Owerri zone to build the new Imo united family.”