Igbo Stakeholders Congratulate Chief Moses Amobichukwu Nwokoro As Ohaneze Ndigbo Chairman, Mosan-Okunola

KINGSLEY EBERE

Stakeholders and members of the Igbo community in Mosan-Okunola Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State, have congratulated Chief Moses Amobichukwu Nwokoro on his emergence as the new Chairman of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Mosan-Okunola Chapter.

Chief Moses Amobichukwu Nwokoro, the Ohamadike Ndigbo of Mosan-Okunola LCDA, emerged Chairman following a peaceful, credible and transparent election conducted in conjunction with the Lagos State Executives of Ohaneze Ndigbo led by Chief Leonard Okafor, Oba Ojoto, in line with the constitution of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization.

The election, which was held in Mosan-Okunola, was witnessed by elders, women leaders, youth representatives and stakeholders from different communities within the LCDA and has been described as free, fair and credible by all present.

Speaking on the conduct of the election, members of the State Executive led by Chief Leonard Okafor (Oba Ojoto) commended the delegates for their orderly conduct and strict adherence to the guidelines of Ohaneze Ndigbo. They noted that the process was peaceful and reflects the unity, maturity and love that exists among Ndigbo in Mosan-Okunola.

In his acceptance speech, Chief Moses Amobichukwu Nwokoro expressed deep gratitude to the Almighty God, the State Executives and members of Ohaneze Ndigbo in Mosan-Okunola for the confidence reposed in him and his newly elected executives. He pledged to run an inclusive, transparent and purposeful administration that will promote unity, peace and progress of all Igbo sons and daughters residing in the LCDA.

“I thank the Almighty God, the State Executives led by our able leader, Chief Leonard Okafor, Oba Ojoto, and all stakeholders for this opportunity to serve. This victory is not for me alone but for all Ndigbo in Mosan-Okunola. My executives and I will work to unite our people, promote our culture and project the good image of Ndigbo in Lagos State,” Chief Amobichukwu Nwokoro said.

The Ohamadike Ndigbo assured that his administration will focus on welfare of members, youth empowerment, cultural promotion, support for widows and less privileged, and strong collaboration with the host community, traditional institutions and security agencies to foster peaceful coexistence.

Stakeholders who spoke at the event praised Chief Moses Amobichukwu Nwokoro for his long-standing commitment to community development, philanthropy and selfless service to Ndigbo in Alimosho and beyond. They described him as a humble, accessible and God-fearing leader.

According to one of the stakeholders, Chief Amobichukwu Nwokoro has over the years demonstrated leadership, humility and dedication to the affairs of Ndigbo, which made his emergence as Chairman well-deserved and widely accepted.

Another stakeholder noted that the new executives led by Chief Moses Amobichukwu Nwokoro have the capacity and experience to reposition Ohaneze Ndigbo Mosan-Okunola Chapter for greater achievements and to strengthen the bond between Ndigbo and other ethnic groups in the area.

The members also showered praise on the Lagos State Executives of Ohaneze Ndigbo ably led by Chief Leonard Okafor, Oba Ojoto, for ensuring transparency and providing a level playing ground for all contestants.

They described Chief Leonard Okafor as a father, bridge builder and peacemaker whose leadership has continued to bring stability and progress to Ohaneze Ndigbo in Lagos State.

With his emergence, Chief Moses Amobichukwu Nwokoro is expected to work closely with his executives to promote Igbo culture and contribute to the development of Mosan-Okunola LCDA and Lagos State at large.

The event ended with prayers for peace in Igbo land, Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole.