By Juliana Nwachukwu
Dr. Chris Obiajulu Onyekachukwu Nwokedi, JP, popularly known as (Akaekpuchionwa) declared his bid for the Ogbaru Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives on April 15, at Umudaike Village, Atani, Ogbaru Local Government Area.
Addressing the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) members and supporters at the declaration, Nwokedi said his pursuit of the National Assembly seat has been consistent since 2010.
“I have been contesting for the House of Representatives seat, and I have remained in APGA because I am committed to the party until I achieve this goal,” he said.
He commended Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo for what he called “visible achievements” funded through internally generated revenue, arguing that the governor’s performance has made APGA the choice platform for aspirants across party lines.
Nwokedi appealed directly to Ogbaru delegates to give him one term to prove his capacity. “No candidate wants to stay less than eight years, but I am asking for one tenure first to show Ndi Ogbaru what good governance is all about.
“If I do well, I can seek another term. If not, I will step aside. Please support me. You are my first twelve, my first twenty-one. Allow me to go this time, and I will make each and every one of you proud.”
He also asked party members to forgive any past shortcomings, saying he was born on Christmas Day and wants everyone to always be happy with him.
Juliana is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
