The Executive Chairman of Awgu Local Government Area, Hon. Uchenna Okolo, has felicitated with Nigerians, particularly the people of Awgu, on the historic occasion of the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!In a goodwill message conveyed through his Special Adviser on General Media and Publicity, Hon. Tochukwu Chukwu, the council boss hailed the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, describing him as a visionary leader whose bold reforms have repositioned Enugu as a “heaven for investors” and a model of modern governance.
Hon. Okolo praised Governor Mbah’s strides in infrastructure, human capital development, and innovative governance, which, according to him, have ushered in a new dawn for the state.
Reflecting on the significance of the Independence milestone, the Awgu council chairman said Nigeria’s 65-year journey as a sovereign nation remains a reminder of the resilience, sacrifices, and aspirations of the country’s founding fathers. He urged citizens to remain steadfast in building a united, prosperous, and peaceful nation anchored on mutual respect and shared values.
Hon. Okolo also extended appreciation to Awgu’s “super stakeholders” and the entire Ndi Awgu community, whose support and cooperation, he noted, have been the bedrock of his administration’s achievements over the past year. He assured them of his commitment to continue pursuing people-oriented projects and policies that promote sustainable development and inclusive growth.
He further encouraged Ndi Awgu, and Nigerians in general, to embrace peace, good character, and unity, stressing that “we are better off when we are united and when we look out for one another as our brother’s keeper.” According to him, it is only through collective responsibility and harmony that the dreams of Nigeria’s founding fathers can be truly realized.
Expressing optimism, Hon. Okolo noted that with Governor Mbah’s leadership in Enugu State and the spirit of patriotism among Nigerians, the coming years would usher in greater progress and prosperity for both Awgu and the nation at large.