By NGOZI Ezekiel
In the ever-evolving chessboard of Nigerian politics, there is always a need to secure the king—the most valuable piece that holds the strategy together. For Imo State, Chief Mike Duru Ejiogu stands as that king: visionary, strategic, and indispensable.
A man of action rather than rhetoric, Chief Mike Duru Ejiogu has not only rewritten the narrative of private sector innovation through CityGate Homes Abuja, but has also emerged as a beacon of industrial excellence, philanthropy, and resourceful leadership. He is not a career politician, but a seasoned technocrat and economic strategist with a deep-rooted understanding of wealth creation, infrastructural development, and social empowerment. This is the kind of leadership Imo State needs—not tomorrow, but now.
A Proven Industrialist with a Legacy of Impact
Chief Mike has built his name not through political maneuvering but by transforming ideas into tangible realities. His work through CityGate Homes has delivered thousands of housing solutions, created sustainable jobs, and reshaped communities. His business acumen and extensive real estate investments reflect his ability to identify growth corridors and deliver scalable infrastructure—skills that directly translate into the kind of economic restructuring Imo State requires.
A Philanthropist with People at Heart
Beyond business, Chief Mike Duru Ejiogu has consistently demonstrated a commitment to uplifting lives—from education and healthcare support, to community development programs. He understands that governance is not just about policy but about people-centered leadership that listens, acts, and delivers.
Imo Needs More Than Politics—it Needs Vision
The current trajectory of government in Imo has set the wheels of progress in motion. However, to accelerate this journey and push Imo into the league of Tier-A states like Lagos and Rivers, we need a governor who thinks beyond the four-year cycle. We need a builder, a strategist, and a servant-leader who can:
• Drive foreign and local investments
• Deploy human-friendly economic policies
• Harness untapped resources across all LGAs
• Ensure transparent infrastructural planning and execution
• Create a tech and innovation-friendly environment to absorb our talented youths
Chief Mike Duru Ejiogu fits this mold perfectly.
From Boardroom to Government House—A Seamless Transition
Leadership is transferable. The same principles of efficiency, accountability, and sustainable development that guided Chief Mike in building a real estate empire can be harnessed in transforming Imo State’s economic fortunes. He brings not just promises but a portfolio of performance, making him uniquely equipped to:
• Stimulate SMEs and industrial clusters
• Reimagine rural development and agriculture
• Partner with the private sector for infrastructure delivery
• Reposition Imo as a hub of innovation and productivity
Why Support Chief Mike Duru Ejiogu?
• Because Imo needs brains, not just brawn.
• Because we need economic pragmatism, not empty populism.
• Because his private sector excellence, ethical track record, and genuine compassion for people are the exact leadership traits that can elevate Imo to prosperity.
Support the Mandate of Chief Mike Duru Ejiogu
He is not just a candidate—he is the catalyst for a better Imo. One who represents clarity, competence, capacity, and character. The man who sees governance as a tool for transformation, not self-enrichment.
Imo State deserves more. Imo State deserves Mike Duru Ejiogu.
