The President-General of Awka-Etiti, Chief Silas Emeka Ezeoke, Okenwa Awka-Etiti, has declared the community’s strong support for Senator Uche Ekwunife’s 2027 senatorial ambition, insisting that her capacity, legislative experience and record of achievements make her the most qualified candidate for Anambra Central.
Speaking during Senator Ekwunife’s engagement with stakeholders in Awka-Etiti, Idemili South Local Government Area, Chief Ezeoke said his conviction followed a recent meeting with the Senator and other Presidents-General, which further reinforced his belief that she possesses the requisite competence for effective representation.
The PG, in a striking endorsement, declared: “After attending your meeting with PGs a few days ago, I came to the conclusion that nobody should be contesting with you. Since our governor is supporting Tinubu for President, we in Awka-Etiti will support you so that Mr President will have capable hands to work with.”
He stressed that the community’s support for Ekwunife was not driven by political party considerations but by her proven capacity and demonstrable achievements.
“We are supporting Ekwunife, not because of party affiliation or any other consideration, but because you have the capacity required for effective representation. We know your achievements and what you are capable of doing if elected. Therefore, Awka-Etiti is strongly behind you,” he stated.
Also speaking, the Women Leader, Lolo Amaka Okpala, and the Youth Leader, Chinedu Muoneke, separately acknowledged Senator Ekwunife’s developmental contributions and expressed confidence in her commitment to the progress of Anambra Central, particularly Awka-Etiti.
Responding, Senator Ekwunife expressed appreciation to the traditional ruler of Awka-Etiti, HRH Igwe Michael Chidozie Ezeudenna (Okagbado), the President-General, community leaders and other stakeholders for their warm reception and continued confidence in her leadership.
She highlighted some of her interventions in the community, particularly the laboratory project she facilitated, describing it as an exceptional facility designed to serve the entire South-East Zone through advanced medical and material testing.
According to her, she also attracted the installation of the first solar-powered streetlights in Awka-Etiti and facilitated the construction and handover of a school project, alongside other developmental interventions.
The APC senatorial candidate maintained that her return to the Senate would create greater opportunities for Awka-Etiti and other communities in Anambra Central, expressing confidence that her experience and anticipated elevation to a more strategic position in the National Assembly would enhance her capacity to attract more democratic dividends.
“I will be more useful to Awka-Etiti if elected, considering that I am likely to secure a better position in the Senate and will be more equipped to deliver more democracy dividends to my constituents,” she said.
Ekwunife also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what she described as his commitment to providing development opportunities for the South-East, noting that several projects being implemented by the Federal Government were already delivering benefits to the people.
She urged the electorate to support APC candidates across the ballot in the forthcoming elections, stressing the importance of aligning effective representation at the National Assembly with the Federal Government’s development agenda.
The Awka-Etiti endorsement adds to the growing expressions of support Senator Ekwunife has received from community leaders and stakeholders across Anambra Central as her campaign engagements continue.
