Ohanaeze Ndigbo's Enugu State chapter has endorsed Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah for a second term, citing his leadership in infrastructure, security, economic revival, and human capital development. The endorsement followed an expanded stakeholders meeting at Michael Okpara Square, where the group presented Mbah with the Ofo, a symbol of authority and justice. Attendees included traditional rulers, town union leaders, professionals, and representatives of women and youth groups.
Senator Joahn Azuta-Mbata, President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, was represented by Livingstone Wechie, while Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mrs. Bianca Ojukwu, attended in person. Both praised Mbah's transformative governance. Ojukwu described him as a visionary, stating, "Your name is Peter, and upon this rock the progress, development, and future of Enugu State is built; and that tomorrow is here."
The group cited the sustained observance of Enugu State's zoning arrangement since 1999 as a factor in their decision. They also acknowledged President Bola Tinubu's interventions in the South East, including the concession of Akanu Ibiam International Airport, approval of the national gas pipeline extension to Enugu, and ongoing road reconstructions. Tinubu's appointments of Enugu natives Air Marshal Sunday Aneke and Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla (Rtd.) to lead the Air Force and Navy were also highlighted.
Professor Fredrick Eze, Vice President-General of Ohanaeze representing Enugu State, said the endorsement aligns with the organisation's mandate to promote credible leadership among the Igbo. High Chief Uche Obisi, President of the Enugu chapter, praised Mbah's inclusive governance across sectors. Mbah, in response, urged Igbo elites to build bridges for future generations, referencing Michael Okpara's 1964 cross-Niger political outreach.
Ohanaeze endorses Mbah for continuity yet celebrates Tinubu's recent appointments after years of exclusion, despite having no role in those federal decisions. The praise for presidential actions that predate the endorsement risks reducing the group's stance to political cheerleading. Mbah's call for unity across the Niger rings hollow when the endorsement itself reinforces regional political silos. The symbolism of the Ofo now sits within a narrative of convenience, not consistency.
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