By Kenechukwu Ofomah,
Awka
The Enugu State National Caucus of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Worldwide and the Enugu State Chapter Executive Committee have reaffirmed their support for the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator John Azuta Mbata, while passing a strong vote of confidence in the National Youth Leader, Mazi Chukwuma Okpalaezeukwu.
The endorsement was contained in a communiqué issued after a joint meeting held on September 7 in Enugu.
The youth leaders commended the current leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo for initiatives aimed at promoting Igbo unity, preserving the cultural heritage of Ndigbo and advancing youth development.
They particularly applauded Senator Mbata’s administration for programmes aimed at preserving Igbo identity, including a scholarship scheme for 200 tertiary institution students, describing the initiative as a demonstration of commitment to the future and welfare of young people.
According to the communiqué, the preservation of the Igbo language, traditions, values and customs has become increasingly important in the face of changing societal realities.
The group therefore urged the President-General to sustain programmes that empower youths, create opportunities and improve the welfare of Ndigbo.
The gathering also expressed “unreserved solidarity” with the National Executive Committee of the Ohanaeze Youth Wing led by Mazi Okpalaezeukwu, saying the committee had provided a platform for young people to participate meaningfully in the affairs of Ndigbo.
The youth leaders subsequently passed what they described as a “strong and unequivocal vote of confidence” in Okpalaezeukwu, citing his accessibility, commitment to youth development and inclusive leadership style.
They called on youths across the South-East to rally behind the national leadership, embrace dialogue and peaceful engagement, and shun divisions capable of undermining the collective aspirations of Ndigbo.
The communiqué stressed that differences of opinion should not degenerate into hostility, maintaining that the shared interests of the Igbo people should take precedence over individual disagreements.
It concluded with a call for sustained unity, peace and active youth participation in strengthening Igbo communities and preserving their cultural heritage for future generations.
The communiqué was signed by the Enugu State Youth Leader of Ohanaeze Youth, Raymond Ahanonu; Assistant National Youth Leader, Ogbonnia Wenceslaus; Enugu State Secretary, Nnalue Okafor; Assistant Legal Adviser, Odoh Ikenna, Esq.; and Enugu State Local Government Coordinating Coordinator, Onuabueke Kingsley.
Tags: Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Igbo Youths, Azuta Mbata, Chukwuma Okpalaezeukwu
