Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has hailed the emergence of a former lawmaker representing Rivers East senatorial district at the National Assembly, Senator John Azuta-Mbata, as the president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
In a statement issued in Port Harcourt, Fubara said “victory at the poll in Enugu, on Friday, is a testament to his wide acceptance across the aisle as an accomplished Nigerian, whose test of character and integrity is exemplary.”
The governor said that the overwhelming votes of the delegates showed the implicit confidence of members of the socio-cultural organisation in his ability to provide the needed leadership to move Ohanaeze Ndigbo forward.
He, therefore, extended his best wishes to Senator Mbata, and expressed the hope that he succeeds in discharging the lofty duties of furthering national cohesion, and fostering friendly cooperation based on mutual trust and respect within the Igbos and among non-Igbos.
“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,” Fubara said.
