Hon. Chidiebere Declares Bid for Ebonyi Meeting, Vows to Finish ‘Years of Neglect’ in Ohaukwu South
A enterprise mogul , Akah Excel Chidiebere, has formally declared his intention to contest for the place of Member representing Ohaukwu South Constituency within the Ebonyi State Home of Meeting, pledging to handle what he described as years of neglect and underrepresentation in elements of the constituency.
In an announcement launched on April 12, 2026, the aspirant mentioned his determination adopted “cautious commentary, huge consultations, and a honest reflection on the present realities” dealing with the folks.
He mentioned, “I, Akah Excel Chidiebere, with a deep sense of accountability and dedication to the progress of our folks, formally declare my intention to vie for the place of Member representing Ohaukwu South Constituency.”
Chidiebere pressured that his ambition was pushed not by private curiosity however by a need to revive equity and inclusive improvement throughout the constituency. Based on him, there stays a disconnect between the expectations of the folks and the standard of illustration they’ve acquired through the years.
“I’m motivated by the necessity to restore hope, promote equity, and be certain that each group inside Ohaukwu South enjoys purposeful illustration and inclusive improvement,” he mentioned.
He outlined his priorities to incorporate efficient lawmaking, grassroots improvement, youth empowerment, improved training, healthcare, and help for farmers and small companies.
The aspirant significantly highlighted the issues of Umuagara/Amechi ward, which he claimed has been sidelined politically since 1999.
“I stand at the moment not simply as a candidate, however as a voice—a protester for the deserted and uncared for folks of Amechi/Umuagara ward,” he mentioned. “For too lengthy, we’ve got watched from the margins whereas others have taken their flip.”
Chidiebere additionally referenced an current zoning association between blocs within the constituency, arguing that energy rotation ought to now favour his space. He famous that earlier representatives from Ngbo had accomplished a number of tenures, together with prolonged stays in workplace.
“For the sake of fairness, equity, and justice, it is just proper that energy now rotates to the Umuagara/Amechi ward,” he added.
He known as on stakeholders, together with youths, girls, conventional leaders, and elders, to help what he described as a motion for justice and inclusion.
“That is greater than a candidacy—it’s a wrestle for justice, a name for unity, and a mission for change,” he mentioned.
Chidiebere concluded by urging residents of Ohaukwu South to rally behind his ambition, expressing confidence that collective motion may “rewrite the story” of the constituency and guarantee balanced illustration going ahead.