OLAEDO 2027: FOUR-WARD WOMEN’S MOBILISATION TOUR RECORDS IMPRESSIVE TURNOUT, ENTHUSIASTIC RECEPTION ACROSS ABOH MBAISE

By Amb. Nwachukwu Chimenka Light

The grassroots mobilisation activities of Hon. Mrs. Pat Ekeji Ngozi (Esq.), popularly known as Olaedo 2027, continued with an extensive four-ward engagement tour across Nguru Nwenkwo, Ahiato, Nguru Nweke and Mbutu wards in Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area.

The tour provided an opportunity for women, political stakeholders, community leaders, religious representatives and supporters to interact with Hon. Mrs. Pat Ekeji Ngozi and members of her campaign delegation.

The first stop of the mobilisation tour was Nguru Nwenkwo Ward, where more than 800 women reportedly came out to welcome Hon. Mrs. Pat Ekeji Ngozi (Esq.) and her campaign delegation.

The atmosphere was filled with songs, excitement and expressions of appreciation. Women leaders, church representatives and other stakeholders welcomed the delegation, while some participants shared their testimonies about the candidate’s previous contributions to the community.

The delegation was led by the Director General of the Olaedo 2027 Campaign Team, Nze Eddy Olewuike (Millo).

The campaign delegation subsequently proceeded to Ahiato Ward, where APC leaders, women leaders, church representatives and other community stakeholders received the team with songs and enthusiastic expressions of welcome.

Among the prominent personalities who addressed the gathering were:

– Chief Michael Agwunonu, popularly known as Ighodo, who performed the traditional kola nut blessing.
– Chief Ifeanyi, APC Chairman of Ahiato Ward.
– Nwalozie Chimezie, popularly known as Chop I Chop, President General of Ahiato Ward.
– Rt. Hon. Ndulor I. Anthony, immediate past Leader of Aboh Mbaise Legislative Council.

In his remarks, Rt. Hon. Ndulor I. Anthony spoke positively about Hon. Mrs. Pat Ekeji Ngozi and highlighted the importance of effective legislative representation and democratic development across Aboh Mbaise and Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency.

The gathering also provided an opportunity for women and community representatives to express their expectations concerning development, empowerment and improved representation.

The next destination was Nguru Nweke Ward, where the opening prayer was offered by Veronica Amadi, committing the gathering and the visiting delegation into God’s hands.

Several community stakeholders and political leaders were present, including:

– Oke Onyeulor.
– Comr. Ifeanyi Anyanwu Sheriff, described by participants as one of the prominent grassroots mobilisers in the ward.
– Mrs. Kate Ezeocha, APC Women Leader of Nguru Nweke Ward.
– Hon. Ozichukwu Jude, a member of the Olaedo Campaign Team.
– Mrs. Chinyere Chukwuocha.
– Mrs. Ekeji Forstina.

Addressing the women, Mrs. Kate Ezeocha encouraged active participation in the political process and spoke about the importance of choosing capable representation.

Mrs. Chinyere Chukwuocha also highlighted Hon. Pat Ekeji Ngozi’s previous legislative experience at the Imo State House of Assembly.

In her remarks, Mrs. Ekeji Forstina recalled what she described as the candidate’s contributions to Nguru Nweke during her previous public service, particularly in the areas of women’s and youth empowerment, educational assistance and community support.

She further expressed confidence in the candidate’s capacity to contribute to further development if elected to represent Aboh Mbaise and Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency.

The gathering featured expressions of solidarity and commitments from participating women to remain actively involved in the political process.

The final destination of the four-ward mobilisation tour was Mbutu Ward, where the day’s activities concluded amid songs, prayers, traditional hospitality and enthusiastic interactions.

The opening prayer was offered by Lady Mrs. Onyinychi Onyeocha, while Comr. Chibueze Odoemenia, a prominent political stakeholder in Mbutu Ward, presented the traditional kola nut and
Chibueze OdoemeniaAlhaji Jnr. offered prayers over the kola nut.

Among the prominent personalities present were Mrs. Ngozi Opara, APC Women Leader, and Rt. Hon. Ugwuezumba Owuamaodo, a member of the Olaedo Campaign Team, who welcomed the gathering.

The General Women Leader of Mbutu Ward, Mrs. Ezinna Maxwell, spoke about her expectations for good leadership and described the testimonies she had heard about the candidate’s previous public service as encouraging.

Mrs. Augustine Onyeike, a Catholic women leader, also addressed the gathering, highlighting the importance of women’s participation in leadership and political representation.

Comr. Nonso Smith, Mbutu Ward Campaign Coordinator, expressed the commitment of the local campaign structure to its mobilisation activities.

Other stakeholders present included Bright Uchenna Njoku and several community leaders and supporters.

The Mbutu engagement brought the four-ward tour to a joyful conclusion, with participants expressing their expectations for effective representation and community development.

The delegation that accompanied Hon. Mrs. Pat Ekeji Ngozi (Esq.) throughout the four-ward mobilisation tour included:

1. Nze Eddy Olewuike (Millo) – Director General, Olaedo 2027 Campaign Team.
2. Hon. Chukwuemeka Ihejeirika.
3. Rt. Hon. Ugwuezumba Owuamaodo.
4. Hon. Ugwuamaka Sylvester.
5. Ezinne Benneth Mgbeahuruike – APC Women Leader, Aboh Mbaise LGA (Mama Father).
6. Hon. Chinwendu C. Iheanacho.
7. Amb. Hon. Mrs. Uchechi Ogbonna.
8. Obasi Mbaise.
9. Chief Agwajinma Nwachukwu.
10. Amb. Nwachukwu Chimenka Light.

The successful completion of the four-ward tour represents another important milestone in the ongoing grassroots engagement activities of the Olaedo 2027 Campaign Team.

From Nguru Nwenkwo to Ahiato, Nguru Nweke and Mbutu, the delegation engaged with women, political leaders, community representatives and other stakeholders, providing an opportunity to discuss leadership, previous achievements, democratic dividends and the development expectations of the people.

Hon. Mrs. Pat Ekeji Ngozi (Esq.) expressed appreciation to the women and stakeholders who came out to receive her and her delegation. She acknowledged their hospitality, prayers, encouragement and contributions to the successful outing.

OLAEDO 2027

Hon. Mrs. Pat Ekeji Ngozi (Esq.)

APC Candidate for Aboh Mbaise and Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency.