*Mobilizes Idumuje- Unor Youths
By Patrick Ochei
The Executive Assistant to Governor Ifeanyi Okowa on Media and former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, Comrade Norbert Chiazor has commenced canvassing votes for the candidates of the PDP ahead of the 2023 general elections.
The cerebral Media Aide of the Delta State Governor, was at his home town, Idumuje-Unor in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, on Saturday 10th December, 2022, where he addressed over 500 youths of the community in a memorable interactive session.
Chiazor, former Deputy General Manager and Head of News, Delta Broadcasting Service, DBS Warri, said he had networked various administrations of Government for over three decades of public service and noted that Idumuje unor had been on the front roll of history as regards peace and self-driven community development.
While giving the historical behaviour of the people of Idumuje-Unor, Chiazor said that an average Idumuje person symbolized integrity, honour, contentment and self worth, adding that such has always shown in the enterprising manner the people initiated projects.
He advised the youths on the importance of approaching the 2023 General Elections with one voice and full support for an organized and well structured political party like the PDP.
As a professional in politics, he also counseled them to support the PDP 5/5 as a party that had demonstrated sincerity in the affairs of the community.
His words: “Governor Okowa has done excellently well constructing the Idumuje unor- Idumuje Ugboko road which had existed as a narrow earth road for centuries. He has also made salutary efforts in school renovation among other positive interventions in Idumuje unor. A couple of Idumuje indigenes have been empowered with political appointments.
We certainly need more from the system; from the federal to the state levels.
“While Atiku and Okowa will be at the presidency rescuing Nigeria, Sheriff Oborovwori will be here doing MORE for Deltans. And the best of leadership is closer to us with Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko, illustrious Idumuje son in the Senate and other PDP candidates across our communities.
“We have a proud heritage; We had a king of blessed memory, who was the longest reigning monarch in Africa and second in the world. The reign of our current Obi, a God-fearing, intelligent and progressive King, has brought unprecedented development to the kingdom. Yet we have lagged behind in terms of political relevance among communities.
“We must change the narrative as a people. I am not vying for any political position. However, I am here because I am your brother and as someone that has fair knowledge of power and politics, I am convinced and confident that the PDP would win at all levels; and as such, would not want you to be in the opposition. Happily, Idumuje clan as a whole ranked among Anioma areas that had voted massively for the party since 1999. We must continue the good winning streak.
“Things will no longer be the same again. Believe me as your brother who is very close to these people, I will alongside other leaders of thought, ensure that we are not left out but benefit much, collectively as a people. I am particular about employment of our young graduates, skills development and social infrastructure for our community.
“I most warmly appreciate you for your prayers and going forward, we shall work together to achieve the necessary progress you desire as youths”, Chiazor posited.
Earlier in acknowledging his presence, the Idumuje-Unor Youth President, Mr. Hilary Ikechukwu had eulogized Comrade Chiazor as a man widely read and known for his outstanding contributions to the Nigerian media industry.
He affirmed that Idumuje-Unor is proud of him and in particular the youths who see him as a role model.
In addition, he said, “Because we hold you in high esteem, whatever you tell us we will believe and work with. Though we have had some failed promises in midst of much achievements, we need leaders who are experienced and widely connected to guide us and assist in making our collective desires realizable”, the youth leader submitted.
Moreover, several youths who spoke at the meeting attended by the councilor representing the community, Hon.Udoji
Azonuche and PDP youth leader, Felix Udoka Bardi, made germane observations, suggestions and appeals, aimed at the advancement of Idumuje community.
