REPORTER: PEACE AGBO
The people of Item Ward C irrespective of party membership have unianimously called on Chief Orji Udeagha of the All Progressive Congress, APC, to represent them at the Abia state House of Assembly in the 2027 general election.
The People who made the call during a stakeholders meeting in the area said the decision of appealing to Chief Udeagha followed several consultations and resolutions of the stakeholders due to his transparency, accountability, honesty and generosity to his people.
Speaking, the APC Chairman Item Ward C, Mr Ogbonnaya Chukwuemeka explained that the attendance of the meeting was not just from a particular political party but stakeholders of the area who have gathered to chat for general interest and benefits of the four clans of Item Ward C and the entire Bende North.
According to the Ward chairman, Chief Orji Udeagha has been an accommodative son of Item who does not discriminate irrespective of party, age or background and urged him to accept the call of his people.
In the separate speeches of the clans representatives including, Mr Desmond Ndukwe, Chief Eke Okoye,, Mrs Jannie Igwe, Mrs Catherine and the APC Publicity Secretary Item Ward C Mr Okoroafor Appolos amongst others all described Chief Orji Udeagha as a brave man, an achiever, a motivator and illustrious son of Item who piroitize the affairs of his people in spite political affiliations.
They all assured him of their maximum support to ensure that he emerged into office.
Responding, Chief Orji Udeagha appreciated his kinsmen for their desire for him to contest for such prestigious political position and assured them that he will run inclusive leadership if emerged.
While reminding his people that it is only their votes and others that will help him to emerge Chief Udeagha noted that politics is not turn by turn but victory only emerges through balloting.
He advised his people to register and acquire their PVC as it is their only power to return President Ahmed Bola Tinubu and other APC members to office in 2027.
