BY SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT
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There have been heightened jubilation and excitement among citizens of Okigwe LGA as the news of Dr. Marcel Izuegbu Ekwezuo’s formal decision to serve as Chairman of the council area filters in.
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After a painstaking consultations with critical stakeholders of the council leadership, his overwhelming acceptance spreading accross the length and breadth of the council’s 11 wards and Dr. Ekwezuo’s unwavering decision to serve, the Okigwe – born multi-faceted expert
excelling in business, academia, marketing, and community leadership says, “My vision is to restore and transform Okigwe local government area into a haven of peace and prosperity, where serenity is renewed, sustenance is abundant, stimulation ignites innovation, dignity is upheld, development is inclusive and sustainable, and defense of our people and resources is paramount.
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I envision Okigwe where everyone has access to quality education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, and where our unique cultural heritage is celebrated and preserved for future generations.”
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According to Dr. Ekwezuo, “My main objective is to restore serenity: through crime reduction and public safety improvement. I seek to enhance community policing and engagement, promote conflict resolution and mediation; ensure sustenance by improved access to clean water, sanitation, and healthcare and promote economic empowerment, and job creation.
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Other objectives are to:
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1.Provide Stimulation by investing in education and skills development,
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2.Promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity,
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3.Enhance cultural and recreational activities
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4.Uphold Dignity through protection of human rights
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5.Drive Development by seeking and actually improving infrastructure and public services.
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According to him, Dr Ekwezuo’s leadership of Okigwe LGA will be driven by a passion for Community engagement and participation, Exemplary leadership and Prudent Financial management.
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The specific developmental and social welfare package will among other things include:
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– Economic empowerment programs for youths, women and men
– Investment in education and skills development
– Promotion of entrepreneurship and small business growth
– Road maintenance and construction
– Provision of clean water and sanitation facilities within the limit of resources available to us
– Building and maintenance of public facilities like markets and town halls.
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The administration will focus on implementing robust security measures to safeguard lives and property, creating a secure and attractive environment for investment, driving economic growth and prosperity for Okigwe community.
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“We will collaborate with relevant bodies and agencies to make electricity supply to Okigwe urban and rural areas a reality and construct new roads in our hinterlands while maintaining existing ones through proposed volunteerism package program.”
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He therefore appealed to the entire Okigwe electorate to support his aspiration.
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Dr. Ekwezuo expressed unflinching confidence in his party, the All Progressives Congress, APC at all levels and solicits for the party’s coordination, cooperation and Support.
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