I am Ready To Dedicate My Life for the Betterment of My Beloved Community Oba – Odinammadu Ikeora
By Uzo Ugwunze
Chief Samuel Odinammadu (Ikeora Idemili), who is one of the top candidates for the prestigious throne, EzeOkpoko II of Oba has redeclared his interest afresh to contest for the Igweship of Oba community saying that he is ever ready to dedicate his life for the betterment of his beloved community.
Speaking during a crucial general meeting held by Okuzu Improvement Union (OIU) at Okuzu hall Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Chief Odinammadu said that although he went through the first Igweship selection/election process which was inconclusive and declared cancelled without satisfactory explanations, he was still willing to serve his community as traditional ruler if given the opportunity.
Chiief Odinamadu, an astute business man and Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of SKC Properties Ltd, SKC Oil and Gas services said he was was willing and capable of working with Oba people to overcome challenges facing the community from lack of adequate infrastructure, youth unemployment, healthcare deficiency, to educational shortcomings.
“My fellow people of Okuzu village, Oba, I stand before you today with a humble heart and bold vision, not as a mere individual but as a servant leader who is ready to dedicate his life to the betterment of our beloved community, Oba.
“I am aware of the challenges that face us as a people but I believe that together we can overcome these obstacles and build a stronger and more prosperous Oba Community.
“I am not seeking the throne out of desire for power or personal glory but because I believe that I have the skills, dedication and the passion to lead Oba community towards a brighter future.
“I have lived among you, worked with you and listened to your voices . I understand your hopes and fears and I committed to serving you with intergity, honesty and compassion if given the opportunity to become your traditional ruler.
“I promise to prioritize the needs of our community above all else. I will work tirelessly to improve the infrastructure, create job opportunity for our youths and ensure that every member of our community has access to quality healthcare and education.
“Most importantly I will listen to you. I will be accessible, a king committed to listening and addressing your concerns to the best of my ability.
“I humbly ask for your support and trust as I embark on this journey to become the EzeOkpoko II of our great community Oba. Together we can build a community that is bright, which thrives and prospers for us today and for the future generations to come,” Odinammadu said.
A Youth Commander from Okuzu mbana village, Okwudili Ejiofor described Chief Odinammadu as a philanthropist who has touched the lives of many through his acts of charity saying that his scholarship programmes have been of immense benefit to several underprivileged desirous of getting a good education.
“Ikeora is the man of the people. He has been conferred with prestigious traditional titles in Igbo land like Mmiri oma na ezoruora of Abagana, Ikeora Oba, Ikeora idemili. He has also been decorated with numerous national and international awards.The most treasured is
Exemplary Performance Medal by Rwandan President,Paul Kagame,” he said.
