Anambra community elects new traditional ruler

Ndiowu community in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra has elected Chief Chibuzor Okeke as the new traditional ruler of the town, after eleven years.

Chief Okeke polled 506 votes to defeat his four other contestants; Chief Onyeka Ekwueme-2 votes, Mr Ogochukwu Nwankwo-2 votes, Mr Onyeka Kanu-2 votes and Chief Obuneme Okeke-Non vote.

The returning officer for the election, Mr Alex Omenugor, who announced the results in the election that took place at Central School field Ndiowu, on Monday, said 18 votes were invalid out of 512 valid votes billed for the exercise.

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In his brief acceptance speech, the Traditional ruler elect, Chief Okeke, thanked the people for their participation during the voting process, and promised to be father to all through an all-inclusive leadership.

According to him, his rulership will put an end to all humanitarian divisions in the community.

“I contested the Igweship position to ensure a safe environment for my people. I want my people to sleep with their two yes close. My rulership would transform the Ndiowu community into a modern city in Anambra State and Nigeria as a whole. My aim is to strengthen unity and also to ensure that every son and daughter of Ndiowu acquired a University degree irrespective of family background, the Monarch assured.

He commended the leadership of the Ndiowu Development union for its continuous focus and commitment towards the development of the town.

He also commended the state governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo for his visionary leadership and pledged to do everything to deliver good governance to the people.