. DECLARES 100% SUPPORT FOR UZODIMMA’S SENATORIAL AMBITION,says
Bishop Prof. Athan Azubuike JP(President MICF)
Mezie Imo Clergy Forum Orlu Zone has unequivocally pledged their 100% total support for Governor Hope Uzodimma’s senatorial bid for Imo West.
This powerful endorsement emanates from a formidable assembly of 12 LGA Directors, 30 Autonomous Community Coordinators, and a significant contingent of 400 members of the esteemed clergy forum, signifying a profound affirmation of Governor Uzodimma’s leadership and a collective belief in his capacity to represent Ndigbo on the national stage.
The declaration, made during a pivotal Orlu Zonal meeting and sensitization session held at the hallowed grounds of Littlewood Bishop’s Court, Egbu Road, Owerri, underscores a unified vision for progress and development.
Presiding over this historic gathering was Bishop Prof. Athan Azubuike JP, the distinguished founder/President of the Mezie Imo Clergy Forum. His address, delivered with a blend of spiritual gravitas and pragmatic political insight, laid the bedrock for the resounding affirmation that swept through the assembly. As renowned clergy figure whose pronouncements carry considerable moral and spiritual weight, articulated with forceful clarity the compelling reasons behind this robust endorsement, emphasizing the organization’s unique position as spiritual guides tasked with illuminating the path for their people. Bishop Azubuike powerfully declared that “no man or gang-up shall stop him” from fulfilling this destiny. This conviction served to galvanize the assembly, transforming the endorsement into a spiritual affirmation of Governor Uzodimma’s perceived path. The clergy are not simply endorsing a politician; they are affirming a belief in his divinely appointed role to serve Ndigbo on a higher national platform, a role that promises to bring blessings and honor to the region.
“We gather today not as partisan politicians, but as shepherds tasked with guiding our flock,” Bishop Azubuike proclaimed, his voice resonating with the deep conviction of a man convinced of his divine calling. “Our mandate is clear: to discern the path that leads to blessings, development, and honor for our people. We have witnessed, with open eyes and prayerful hearts, the transformative leadership of Governor Hope Uzodimma. His giant strides in infrastructure, his national recognition, and his sheer leadership prowess speak volumes. Therefore, with one voice, representing the heart and soul of the Orlu Zone, we declare our 100% total and unwavering support for his senatorial bid.” The reasons underpinning this forceful and passionate endorsement are deeply rooted in the tangible realities of Governor Uzodimma’s impactful governance and his undeniable national stature.
Rev. Osogu, the Mezie Imo Clergy Forum Orlu Zonal Director General meticulously joined his voice in highlighting Governor Uzodimma’s “giant infrastructural legacy” as a cornerstone of the clergy’s support. He vividly described the physical transformation of Imo State under the current administration, detailing the extensive network of roads that have reconnected communities, revitalized commerce, and restored a palpable sense of progress. From the landmark Owerri-Onitsha and Owerri-Umuahia expressways to the myriad of intra-local government roads, these projects are seen as tangible proof of a governor who possesses not only a grand vision but also the unwavering determination and leadership capacity to execute it. The energy at Littlewood Bishop’s Court was palpable, a testament to the collective resolve of the Orlu Zone clergy. The presence and unified declaration of the 12 LGA Directors, 30 Autonomous Community Coordinators, and the 400 members present underscored a formidable grassroots network ready to champion Governor Uzodimma’s senatorial ambition.
Bishop Azubuike underscored that the Governor has transcended regional boundaries to become a respected figure on the Nigerian political stage. His influential roles in national governance bodies, including his chairmanship of critical forums and his active participation in national economic discourse, attest to his broad acceptance and his ability to navigate complex national issues. This widespread recognition, the Bishop emphasized, is crucial for effective representation. A senator who commands national respect can more credibly and forcefully advocate for the interests of Imo West and, by extension, Ndigbo. Governor Uzodimma’s leadership is perceived as strong, decisive, and pragmatic qualities essential for a senator who must champion the cause of his people in the hallowed halls of the National Assembly. Bishop Azubuike reiterated his organization’s firm belief that the call for Governor Uzodimma to contest for the Senate is a “divine mandate.”
In addressing the organization’s role, Bishop Azubuike eloquently clarified their position. “While the Mezie Imo Clergy Forum is not involved in partisan politics, our sacred duty as spiritual leaders is to guide our people aright,” he stated firmly. “We must discern and support pathways that promise blessings and genuine development for our communities. The passion was evident in every resolute gaze, every resounding affirmation. This was more than a meeting; it was a spiritual consecration of a political mission.
The clergy, by throwing their unwavering 100% support behind Governor Uzodimma, are not merely endorsing a candidate; they are affirming a vision of progress, a belief in his capacity to lead, and a hope for a future where Ndigbo’s voice is powerfully represented in the national Senate. Their actions speak volumes: when spiritual leaders witness tangible development and national acceptance, they are compelled by their calling to guide their flock towards that which promises blessings and advancement. The Mezie Imo Clergy Forum has spoken, and their message is a powerful force propelling Governor Hope Uzodimma’s senatorial aspirations
