Kehinde Fajobi
The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on the newly elected leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, led by Senator John Azuta Mbata, to prioritise the unity and peace of Nigeria.
In a congratulatory message shared on his verified X account on Sunday, Obi urged the new executives to use their positions, entrusted by the people’s confidence, to strengthen the Igbo race and contribute to national cohesion.
“On behalf of my family and the Obedient movement, I congratulate the newly elected President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Senator John Azuta-Mbata; the Deputy President General, Prince Okey Nwadinobi; the Secretary-General, Emeka Sibeudu, and other newly elected executive members on their emergence as the leaders of the noble organisation,” Obi stated.
He added, “Their emergence as the leaders of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the umbrella body that unites the Igbo people, underscores the level of confidence and hope the people have in their leadership ability and their commitment to the development of the region and the nation in general.”
Obi expressed hope that the new leadership would drive development and foster peace, saying, “I pray that they will leverage their new offices to continue to work for the peace and unity of our nation and contribute immeasurably to ideas that will drive development, peace, and progress among the people.”
He concluded with a message of encouragement: “May God give you all the wisdom and strength to serve the people. A New Nigeria remains Possible.”
The apex Igbo sociocultural body recently held elections to fill its leadership positions following the passing of its former President General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.