The governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara has congratulated the newly elected President-general of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, John Azuta-Mbata on his election on Friday, January 10.
Fubara described Azuka-Mbata’s victory as the people’s show of confidence in his ability to deliver on their expectations for the Igbo socio-political group.
In a statement issued by Nelson Chukwudi, the governor’s chief press secretary, Fubara was quoted as saying that the PG’s win is a wide acceptance as a devoted Nigerian whose test of character and integrity is emulating.
He also stated that members of the Ohanaeze Ndigbi through the votes has shown the trust they have in Azuka-Mbata.
Further calling for national cohesion through the group, Fubara urged the Azuka-Mbata to he ensure he stays alive to his responsibility as the new President-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
“On behalf of the government and the good people of Rivers State, I once again congratulate you and assure you of our readiness to work with you towards maintaining and preserving national unity and cohesion,” the governor said.
