The Ebonyi leaders were honored at the Ishiagu Day and Hall of Fame celebration, held in Ishiagu, Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The event was organized to recognize excellence in leadership, service, and hard work. The awardees were commended for their contributions to the development of the state and the country. Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru was represented by his Deputy, Patricia Obila, during the event.
Nwifuru expressed gratitude for the honor and for his endorsement for the 2027 general election. He assured that his second term would bring greater democracy dividends and infrastructural investments to Ishiagu. The Governor's commitment to the development of the area was commended by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim.
Anyim commended Nwifuru for restoring peace in Ishiagu and executing projects aimed at improving the welfare of the people. He described the award as a testament to the community's appreciation of the governor's commitment, urging the people to sustain the peace and cooperation that had enabled the community to come together for the celebration.
The Chairman of Ivo Local Government Area, Chief Stanley Anyim, hailed the return of peace in the community, which he said made the event possible. He expressed his commitment to upholding the peace and urged the people to maintain it. The event was a significant milestone in the community, showcasing unity and cooperation among residents.
One of the awardees, Chief Gideon Osi, described his recognition as a testimony to his years of service to humanity. He cited medical outreaches, scholarships, skills training, and assistance to residents as some of his interventions in the community. Osi urged successful people to use their resources to support others rather than intimidate them.
A stakeholder from the community, Oka Franklin, described the event as historic, celebrating the existence, unity, culture, and traditions of the Ishiagu people. He expressed hope that the initiative would encourage communities across Ebonyi and the South-East to embrace peaceful coexistence. The event was a celebration of the community's mineral wealth and its potential to provide long-term benefits if properly harnessed.
The Chairman of the central planning committee of the event, Uchenna Orji, said it was organized by the community to recognize excellence in leadership, service, and hard work. He commended the honored Ebonyi leaders for peace and development of the state and urged them to continue their good works. Orji expressed happiness over the unity and peace in the community and the state in general.
Key points
- Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru, former SGF Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, and Minister of Works David Umahi were honored with iconic awards for their contributions to the development of the state and the country.
