By Victor Nwegede, Abakaliki.
An Ebonyi-born industrialist based in London, United Kingdom, Chief Engineer, Dr Emmanuel Ogai, Ugochinyere Eze 1 of Ngboejogu Kingdom has felicitated with Chief Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, the State Governor-elect under the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC on Saturday, March 18 polls.
Dr Ogai, who is also the Head Oil Production Engineering Division Karachagnack Petroleum Operations, Republic of Kazakhstan described Chief Nwifuru's victory as a victory for the entire Ebonyi people irrespective of political affiliation.
He said: "Your victory is a victory for the entire Abakaliki block and all Ebonyi people irrespective of political affiliation as it shows that the hand of the Almighty God is truly on our dear state.
"Indeed, your emergence is a major pointer that politics today is tilting towards meritocracy.
"Your campaign slogan of Divine Mandate Consolidation and Continuity encapsulates the whole yearning of the masses and we expect that you will hit the ground running as you face this daunting task.
"The task ahead is enormous but the fact that you have goodwill from across the board should make the task a bit easy for you and we hope that you will use this goodwill to make the Ebonyi people proud of you.
"Let your word be your bond. Let there be a positive difference seen and felt across the state.
"The best way to thank the Ebonyians for this mandate is by giving it your best shot and delivering on your campaign promises.
"I urge you to dare to be different. A lot of trust and confidence has been bestowed upon you and we expect that you do not disappoint.
"I also use this opportunity to appeal to Ndi Ebonyi and those who contested with him, to see the victory of Rt Hon Francis Nwifuru as their victory and urge them to support him to succeed.
"Once again, Congratulations Your Excellency and thanks for your tenacity, steadfastness and consistent courage.
"Congratulations Right honourable Francis gonna Nwifuru, the Governor-elect
"Congratulations, Onwaoferekpe"
