Work for Peace, Nigeria’s Unity, Peter Obi Urges Mbata, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Executive

*Kalu congratulates new president-general

Chuks Okocha and Sunday Aborisade in Abuja  

Leader of the opposition Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has admonished the newly elected leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, led by Senator John Azuta-Mbata, to work towards peace and unity of the nation.

A former Abia State governor, now representing Abia North senatorial district, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, also congratulated Azuta-Mbata on his emergence as President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
Writing on X in a congratulatory post to the executive, Obi urged the new executive to leverage their position, which showed the people’s confidence in them to strengthen the Igbo family and unite the country.

Obi stated, “On behalf of my family and the Obedient movement, I congratulate the newly elected President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Senator John Azuta-Mbata; the Deputy President General, Prince Okey Nwadinobi; the Secretary-General, Emeka Sibeudu, and other newly elected executive members, on their emergence as the leaders of the noble organisation.

“Their emergence as the leaders of Ohaneze Ndigbo, the umbrella body that unites the Igbo people, underscores the level of confidence and hope the people have in their leadership ability and their commitment to the development of the region and the nation in general.

“I pray that they will leverage their new offices to continue to work for the peace and unity of our nation and contribute immeasurably to ideas that will drive development, peace, and progress among the people.
“May God give you all, the wisdom and strength to serve the people. A new Nigeria remains possible.”
Kalu, in a statement, said he was confident that Azuta-Mbata would bring his wealth of experience into the role.

He stated, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you, Senator John Azuta-Mbata, on your emergence as the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
“Over the years, you have established yourself as a distinguished businessman, politician, and statesman, serving Rivers State and Nigeria with excellence and dedication.

“I am confident that your wealth of experience and expertise will greatly benefit this role.
“There is no doubt that you possess the necessary credentials to champion the cause of Ndi Igbo and strategically position the Igbo people within the complexities of today’s Nigerian politics.
“Please, know that I remain fully committed to supporting you as we move forward together.”