Awgu Chairman calls for patriotism, peace and collective responsibility; appreciates community stakeholders and pledges sustained people-oriented projects in his second term.
The Executive Chairman of Awgu Local Government Area, Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo, has felicitated with Nigerians, particularly the people of Awgu, on the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary, calling for renewed patriotism, national unity, peace and collective commitment to building a prosperous Nigeria.
In his Independence Day goodwill message, conveyed through his Special Adviser on General Media and Publicity, Hon. Tochukwu Chukwu, the Awgu council boss reflected on Nigeria’s journey since independence, describing the anniversary as an important moment to honour the sacrifices of the nation’s founding fathers and renew the collective determination to build a peaceful, united and economically prosperous country.
Hon. Okolo urged Nigerians to rise above divisions, embrace mutual respect and work together in the pursuit of national development, stressing that the country’s aspirations could only be achieved through unity, responsible citizenship and a shared commitment to the common good.
OKOLO HAILS MBAH’S TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
The council chairman used the occasion to commend the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, for what he described as his visionary leadership, bold reforms and commitment to transforming the state.
Hon. Okolo praised the governor’s focus on infrastructure development, human capital advancement and innovative governance, noting that these priorities were contributing to Enugu State’s development ambitions and efforts to strengthen its attractiveness to investors.
Describing Governor Mbah as a blessing to Ndi Enugu, the chairman expressed confidence in the administration’s development agenda, particularly its emphasis on modern infrastructure, economic opportunities and improved public service delivery.
He maintained that sustained commitment to development-oriented policies would create greater opportunities for residents and support the state’s long-term prosperity.
THANKS AWGU STAKEHOLDERS, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO DEVELOPMENT
Hon. Okolo also expressed profound appreciation to Awgu’s stakeholders, community leaders and the entire Ndi Awgu community for their support, cooperation and contributions to his administration over the past two years.
According to him, the goodwill and collaboration of the people have remained important to the implementation of his administration’s programmes and projects.
The chairman, who was sworn in for a second term on September 30, 2026, following his re-election in the September 26 local government election, reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive governance and people-oriented policies.
He assured the people that his administration would continue to pursue programmes and projects designed to promote sustainable development, improve community welfare and ensure that the benefits of governance reach residents across the local government area.
Hon. Okolo emphasised that the renewed mandate placed an even greater responsibility on his administration to remain focused, accessible and responsive to the needs and aspirations of the people.
He called on Ndi Awgu to sustain their support for development initiatives, noting that meaningful progress requires cooperation between government, community stakeholders and citizens.
“UNITY REMAINS THE FOUNDATION OF PROGRESS”
Reiterating his message of peace and national cohesion, the Awgu council boss encouraged Nigerians to uphold good character, demonstrate compassion and remain committed to peaceful coexistence.
He stressed the importance of looking beyond individual interests and embracing the spirit of brotherhood as a foundation for stronger communities and a more united nation.
According to him, “We are better off when we are united and when we look out for one another as our brother’s keeper
He noted that the values of mutual respect, shared responsibility and collective action remained essential to translating the dreams of Nigeria’s founding fathers into tangible realities for present and future generations.
The chairman further expressed optimism that continued development efforts in Enugu State, combined with greater patriotism and cooperation among Nigerians, would contribute to a future of expanded opportunities, peace and prosperity.
OKOLO WELCOMES OCTOBER WITH PRAYERS FOR NDI AWGU
In a special message marking the beginning of October, Hon. Okolo extended warm new-month greetings to the people of Awgu, praying that the month would bring good health, abundant blessings, everlasting love, happiness and prosperity to families and communities across the local government area.
He encouraged residents to approach the new month with renewed hope, faith and determination, while continuing to promote peace, unity and community development.
The chairman reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive development and service to the people, expressing hope that October would usher in fresh opportunities, positive achievements and greater progress for Awgu.
As Nigeria marks 66 years of independence, Hon. Okolo’s message underscores the importance of patriotism, responsible leadership, community participation and collective action in building a stronger nation, while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to advancing development across Awgu Local Government Area.
