“He speaks truth to power, he’s a beloved son”
Following the December 23 attack on the convoy of Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere by gunmen led by known state actors in Imo state, solidarity and support for the candidacy of the Spokesperson of the Coalition of United Political Parties,CUPP and People’s Democratic Party,PDP candidate for Ideato Federal Constituency seat at the House of Representatives, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere has continued to soar.
In a flash solidarity, thousands of men, women and especially youths had thronged the country home of Ikenga and kept vigil till next day, forming a human shield around their favourite candidate, following the attack on his convoy by state actors.
It was alleged that the executors were the same hooded gunmen used to abduct, Senator Rochas Anayo Okorocha’s son in-law, Uche Nwosu last year.
“What was intended for the worst kind of evil, was through providence turned into a great political fortune, with persons whose political choices were hitherto not known, coming out openly to take a firm stand for the CUPP chieftain”.
An eye witness, Emeka Ejiofor said: “Even persons who were apolitical have taken bold stand in support of the candidacy of Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, stressing that a representative that can speak truth to power is an asset to any people.”
One of such persons, a renowned technologist who is rarely seen in the political space, Nwabueze Obinna Stephens said: “Why I’m out here supporting Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere is because he is bold, intelligent and politically versatile. He is always one step ahead of his peers. All those contesting with him are not as qualified as he is in terms of character, accessibility, credibility and competence. I have no doubt Ikenga will make a good representative. Yes, I believe he will do well and I believe it is time for young men to step into the office and make the right changes.”
It will be recalled that Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere’s convoy was attacked by no fewer than 15 masked gunmen in three Sienna vehicles, two tinted Hilux trucks and an armoured personnel carrier allegedly led by officials of the Imo Government House.
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