{"id":118660,"date":"2024-05-12T22:06:53","date_gmt":"2024-05-12T21:06:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/enugu-no-igweship-tussle-in-ogugu-community-concerned-citizens"},"modified":"2024-05-13T00:19:21","modified_gmt":"2024-05-12T23:19:21","slug":"enugu-no-igweship-tussle-in-ogugu-community-concerned-citizens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/enugu-no-igweship-tussle-in-ogugu-community-concerned-citizens","title":{"rendered":"Enugu: No Igweship tussle in Ogugu Community \u2013 Concerned Citizens"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The Concerned Citizens of Ogugu community in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State have frowned at a media report questioning the authenticity of the community\u2019s election that produced Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna, Jnr, as their Igwe elect.<\/p>\n<p>Ogbonna was elected as the new monarch of the community at an election where he polled 867 votes, while his opponent, Chief Egbo Godwin received 363 votes.<\/p>\n<p>However, some unidentified persons issued a press statement disowning the election after five months.<\/p>\n<p>Reacting, the concerned citizens, in a statement signed by their national coordinator and the secretary, Chief Egbo Silas and Sebastine Okolie, respectively, urged the media to resist the temptation of being used to tell lies against their community.<\/p>\n<p>They emphasized the transparency, fairness, and credibility of the recent election process in Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>They also highlighted the integrity and uprightness of Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna Jnr, the newly elected Igwe, stating that his selection was based on merit and adherence to constitutional provisions governing the Igwe institution in Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>The Concerned Citizens also underscored Chief Ogbonna\u2019s leadership qualities, praising his unwavering dedication to the welfare of the community, commitment to upholding traditional values, and vision for a prosperous and united Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>Addressing the outcome of the election, the group revealed that Chief Ogbonna secured victory with 867 votes, while his opponent, Chief Egbo Godwin, received 363 votes.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis overwhelming support from the community\u201d, they argued, \u201cfurther affirms Chief Ogbonna\u2019s widespread popularity and endorsement.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The statement reads: \u201cClarification on Misleading Information Regarding Ogugu Community-<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe, the Concerned Citizens of Ogugu (CCO), are compelled to issue this press release to set the record straight amidst recent misleading information.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe wish to categorically state that names such as Chief Ikenna Akubueze and Mazi Paul Chiako are fictitious and have no bearing on the ongoing situation in our community. These names are merely fabrications propagated by naysayers seeking to disrupt the peace and development of Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is imperative to clarify that the recent election process in Ogugu was conducted in a transparent, free, fair, and credible manner.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe personality of the Igwe-elect, Mr. Alloysius Ogbonna Jr, is one of integrity and uprightness. His selection was based on merit and adherence to the established constitutional provisions governing the Igwe institution in Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFurthermore, we would like to highlight the character of Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna Jr, whose leadership qualities have endeared him to the people of Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cChief Ogbonna is known for his unwavering dedication to the welfare of the community, his commitment to upholding traditional values, and his vision for a prosperous and united Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHe has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in various capacities, earning the respect and admiration of his fellow citizens.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe recent election, which took place on January 14, 2024, saw Chief Ogbonna\u2019s victory with 867 votes, a testament to the overwhelming support he enjoys from the community.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHis opponent, Chief Egbo Godwin, received 363 votes, further affirming Chief Ogbonna\u2019s widespread popularity and endorsement.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe extend our sincere appreciation to His Excellency, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State, for his swift intervention in resolving the longstanding leadership impasse in Ogugu.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHis commitment to ensuring peace and stability in our community is commendable and has brought an end to a 24-year-old impasse, paving the way for progress and development.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs concerned citizens deeply invested in the well-being of Ogugu, we reaffirm our unwavering support for Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna, Jnr, and urge all stakeholders to rally behind him for the collective advancement of our community.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe remain resolute in our dedication to upholding the values and traditions that define Ogugu and will continue to work tirelessly towards its prosperity.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe demand that the perpetrators of this lie come out openly and use their identity. These are the same individuals who told numerous lies to our people to discredit Barrister Peter Ndubuisi Mbah during the 2023 gubernatorial elections in Enugu State but failed woefully.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTheir antics can no longer work as our community has decided to move forward. All they want is perpetual crisis and our names cannot be used to do such.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe reaffirm that the Concerned Citizens of Ogugu (CCO) has only one structure led by chief Egbo Silas, who is from Uhuahu Ogugu, and other members.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOgugu Ntu-egbenese Community is blessed with a traditional ruler-elect, with enviable track records across the globe.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\">Nigeria<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. The Concerned Citizens of Ogugu community in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State have frowned at a media report questioning the authenticity of the community\u2019s election that produced Chief Aloysius Chidozie Ogbonna, Jnr, as their Igwe elect. 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