Imo State Commissioner for Information, Public Orientation and Strategy, Hon Declan Emelumba has emphasized the need for unity in Oru North ahead of the 2027 elections.

He also stressed the need for the people to campaign vigorously for the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the senatorial bid of Governor Hope Uzodimma.

Emelumba who spoke at his country home in Ubulu in Oru West LGA of the state at a unity rally noted that the Oru North political entity must work together to strengthen its political relevance as well as accomplish the overall goal of ensuring a resounding victory for all APC candidates in next year’s elections.

The unity rally attended by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Local Government Affairs, Amb Willie T C Okolieogwo, and the immediate past Cordinator of Oru North Development Centre, Nze Chika Onyemenem among others was used to solidify the readiness of the political bloc in the coming elections.

Emelumba noted that supporting Tinubu and Uzodimma was the only way to show their loyalty and, in turn, benefit from the larger APC family in the state.

He cautioned against fragmented relationships, which were usually exploited by other blocs in the local government to the detriment of Oru North

According to him, ” it is important that we remain united, speak with one voice to be able to face our challenges and gain more electoral victory “

He expressed appreciation to all the leaders from the various wards who attended the unity rally, saying that their renewed unity and determination will certainly help advance the cause of the bloc and APC.

In his speech,the Special Adviser to the Governor on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and the Apex Political Leader of Nempi/Eleh Ward, Amb. Willie T.C Okolieogwo, said
that the unity of Oru North which he said is being solidified by Hon Declan Emelumba with the support of the people, would be tenderly and permanently sustained for improved peace and development.

He described the Commissioner as a committed party man and a good leader, who has led the people of Oru North, to firmly queue behind Governor Hope Uzodimma, who he said is making Imo citizens proud with actual democratic governance seen across the state.

Okolieogwo assured Emelumba of the continued pure alignment and support of APC members in Oru North going forward.

“This special meeting held at Emelumba’s residence in Ubulu has confirmed that the political house he started building has come together once again to carry out effective service to the people and we will always have it right because we are now solidly united. We shall often cue into his leadership as he leads us to the Governor who has done noble to the state with good governance”, Okolieogwo added.

Urging the members of the party to often disregard unverified information or rumour in order to avoid unpleasant situation that may draw the party backwards, Okolieogwo called for steadfastness, tolerance, activeness and cooperation to strengthen unity, progress and success of APC in Oru North.

Also speaking, Nze Chika Onyemenem, the immediate past Coordinator of Oru North Development Centre, Ubulu, admonished all members to be cautious of any untoward action or actions that may bring questionable behaviours amongst them, just as he prayed that the prevailing spirit of unity, oneness and dedication shall be sustained by all and sundry.

Prominent among leaders who attended the unity rally included Hon Casmir Onukaeze-Leader, Oru West Legislative Council, Hon. Kenneth Nwaka, former Coordinator of Oru North Development Centre, Ichie Theadeus Mgbeadichie, Sir. Paullyken Onyeka, Barr. T.U Asoegwu, Engr. Steve Eze-APC Chairman, Oru West Lga, Prince Emeka Agabaenwere, all the Councillors from the five Wards of Oru North, all the APC Ward Chairmen of Oru North, immediate past Oru West Local Government Area Councillors from Oru North, Chief Alphonsus Okike, Comrade Emmanuel Metu, Barr. Austing Enwerem, Chief Kenneth Okolieogwo and a host of other critical leaders from Oru North APC.