AdminThe Forum of South-east Academic Doctors (FOSAD) has highlighted key issues the new leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo should focus on to make meaningful impact in the Igbo nation.
These it said, include fostering unity among Igbos, advocating the region’s political and economic interests, and addressing the challenges of insecurity and underdevelopment in the South-east.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelFOSAD stated this while congratulating Senator John Azuta-Mbata on his election as the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
Azuta-Mbata, a former lawmaker who represented Rivers East in the Senate between 1999 and 2007, was elected as Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General at an event held on Friday in Enugu.
FOSAD noted that the emergence of Senator Mbata as leader of Ohanaeze, came at a crucial moment for the Igbo nation and expressed confidence in his ability to provide visionary and transformational leadership to the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation.
In a statement signed by its President, Dr Stephen Nwala, and Secretary General, Dr Uzor Ngoladi, FOSAD commended the democratic process that led to Senator Mbata’s election, describing it as a testament to the unity and collective will of the Igbo people.
“We are confident that Senator Mbata’s vast experience as a distinguished public servant, legislator, and advocate for the Igbo cause will greatly benefit Ohanaeze Ndigbo and the entire South-east region. His track record of service and commitment to the principles of equity, justice, and development makes him the right leader at this critical time,” part of the statement read.
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The forum pledged its support for the new President-General, noting that the academic community stands ready to collaborate with Ohanaeze Ndigbo in the pursuit of policies and initiatives that will uplift the Igbo nation.
“Under Senator Mbata’s leadership, we hope to see increased collaboration between Ohanaeze Ndigbo and intellectuals in the region, leveraging research and innovation to address societal challenges and advance the socio-economic progress of Ndigbo,” it added.
FOSAD called on all Igbos at home and in the diaspora to support Senator Mbata and contribute their quota to the collective advancement of the Igbo agenda.
