The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Enugu State Chapter has declared total support for the gubernatorial aspiration of the people of Nkanu East local government area of Enugu state against the 2023 general elections in the state, appealing to the Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, to consider ceding the slot to the council area.
The appeal was contained in a statement by the Chairman of CAN, Reverend Ositadimma Emmanuel Ede when he received the Nkanu East Consultative Leaders’ Forum, NECLF, who came to consult with him in Enugu.
The CAN Chairman who expressed appreciation for the coming together of the leaders including traditional rulers in soliciting for others’ support for Enugu State governorship, stated that God has already granted their prayers. Making reference to the Bible, 1 Sam Chapter 8:4, when the elders in a land in Israel came together to seek for a solution to the problem they had at the time, Rev. Ede commended the Prof. Bart Nnaji-led delegation said he fully understood the plight of Nkanu East people.
“I welcome you on this all important visit to me as the CAN Chairman Enugu State. I have been reading about your consultations and I am impressed with your actions. I thank all of you particularly, Prof. Bart Nnaji and Hon. Anayo Ede for your good (proper) handling of the consultations.”
Meanwhile, the anointed and spiritually-filled Man of God who superintends over all the churches in the state further declared that it was only Nkanu East local government area that’s showing seriousness for the state’s top job in Enugu East Senatorial Zone. According to him, the assemblage of leaders united in pushing a common front in the state was a testimony of competence.
“I have not heard or read of any LGA in Enugu East Senatorial zone that has an assemblage of leaders united in soliciting for support among Enugu State stakeholders like Nkanu East.
“I fully understand the plight of Nkanu East people. I can confirm your claim that you do not have good roads. I have personally had bitter experiences on the roads. I know how terrible the Ihuokpara is, especially during the rainy season. Everybody feels this harsh reality.
“The whole world, and I believe, God has heard your cry. God is sure to do something positive for Nkanu East using your consultations. CAN Enugu State is behind you. We shall be praying for you, and your efforts shall never be in vain,” the Chairman added.
While presenting the purpose of the forum, Prof. Bart Nnaji told the State Chairman of CAN that the challenges being encountered by people of Nkanu East were enormous that people from Idodo zone of the LGA, traverse through four LGAs before assessing the Local Government Council Headquarters at Amagunze. According to him, Nomeh, Mburubu, Nkerefi and other towns in that area also journey through at least two LGAs before going to their Council Headquarters.
Prof. Barth further stated that Nkanu East was the most underdeveloped LGA, adding that if the people of Enugu consents to one of their sons or daughters to become the governor of Enugu State in 2023, such an individual would build upon the strong peace foundation established by Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, and while ensuring widespread of development projects across the state.
“Our traditional rulers, elders and leaders have come together in soliciting for support. This is to show you how important it is to us. This is why we are going to all other LGAs and leaders in Enugu State to see reason with us and allow the governorship ticket of the parties given to our sons.
“We are earnestly appealing to you as the head of the Christian body in Enugu State to please join with us in making this request.
“We are capable. We have sons and daughters who can deliver on the job and further develop Enugu State,” the internationally reputed Professor added.
Meanwhile, political watchers and analysts in the state have tipped Nkanu East as the most favoured local government area to watch out for having prided itself as a home of competent people with world renowned engineers, successful entrepreneurs, captains of industry, and intellectuals. With zoning on their side, it’s reasoned that the people will capitalize on their topnotch reservoir of competent hands to win the race.
