Nnewi, Anambra State – The Obi of Nnewichi Nnewi, Obi George Onyekaba (Obidiugwu), has declared his unwavering support for the Nnewi People’s Forum, emphasizing his commitment to upholding the existing tenurship zoning arrangement of nnewi North Local Government chairmanship position. Insists it’s two years for every quarter and Umudim must step aside for Nnewichi in the interest of peace and mutual coexistence.
Speaking at the recently concluded summit held at Anaedo Hall, Obidiugwu strongly condemned attempts to distort the zoning arrangement, particularly with regards to the local government chairmanship position.
He described such efforts as a significant threat to the unity and peace of Nnewi, emphasizing that any attempts to disrupt the arrangement would have far-reaching consequences.
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The traditional ruler reiterated that his quarter, Nnewichi, is due to produce the next local government chairman of Nnewi North, and he would not tolerate any moves to undermine this arrangement.
He urged The Executive Governor of Anambra state and all stakeholders to respect the zoning arrangement, which he described as a time-tested framework for ensuring equity and fairness in the distribution of political offices in Nnewi North.
Obi Nnewichi addressing NPF on Zonning in Nnewi.
The Nnewi People’s Forum, in response, reaffirmed its commitment to promoting justice, equity, and fairness in Nnewi, and pledged to work towards ensuring the sustainability of these values.
The group emphasized that it would continue to advocate for the rights of everyone and ensure that the zoning arrangement is respected and upheld.
The summit, which brought together various progressive minded stakeholders from Nnewi snd beyond, was aimed at discussing the way forward for the community and finding ways to promote unity and development if the town.
Obidiugwu’s statement is seen as a key highlight of the event, and is expected to have far-reaching implications for the town’s political landscape.