The Umunneochi Traditional Rulers' Advisory Council in Abia State conferred the chieftaincy title of 'Ike Oha 1 of Umunneochi' on President Bola Tinubu on Friday. The title, meaning "the strength of the people," was awarded during a civic reception in Amuda Isuochi. The event was held in honour of former Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, who was also given the title of 'Anyanwu na enye ihie 1 of Umunneochi', translating to "the sun that provides light." Eze Franklin Ohalezim, Chairman of the council and Ezema III of Lokpa, said the honour for Tinubu recognised his appointment of Mrs Onyejeocha and her achievements in office. He stated that the president gave their "daughter" the chance to serve with distinction. Donatus Nwankpa, National Welfare Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, responded on Tinubu's behalf, thanking the royal fathers for "gifting their daughter for national service." He praised Onyejeocha for bringing "peace and tranquility" to the ministry and noted Tinubu's difficulty in accepting her resignation. Eze Ohalezim credited Onyejeocha with attracting capital projects to Umunneochi Local Government Area during her public service years. She represented the Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency for four terms between 2007 and 2023 and resigned as minister ahead of the 2027 elections. Onyejeocha declared her intention to contest the same federal seat in 2027 and urged mass support for Tinubu at the polls. Abia APC Chairman Chijioke Chukwu pledged transparent party primaries and called for maximum support for her ambition.
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