L-R: Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo and Dr. Prince Chibuike Echem
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The illustrious son of Anambra State, Okenwa Ogbunka and President, of Princeton Leadership Forum Africa, Dr. Prince Chibuike Echem, has tasked the newly inaugurated Board Members of the Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC) to ensure a credible local government electoral process to drive sustainable socioeconomic and infrastructure development of local communities in Anambra State.
In a statement which he issued and sent to CAPITAL POST in Abuja, Chibuike said
the upcoming local Government elections represent a significant moment in our state’s democratic journey.
He said: The integrity of these elections will shape the future of public service and political leadership recruitment at the local levels, improve the quality of governance outcomes, and impact the lives of residents in Anambra State through the local government administration, which is the closest government to the people.
“On behalf of my family and Global Members of the Okenwa Ogbunka Foundation, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the new Board of the ANSIEC. Your appointment underscores a testament to your professional credentials and commitment to high ethical standards for public service and an accountable democratic process.
“As you embark on this pivotal role, it is important to state the responsibilities ahead of the commission.
“Accordingly, I urge the Chairman and Honourable Commissioners of ANSIEC to approach the sacred duties of their solemn mandate with unwavering commitment, diligence and dedication to high standards of public service excellence.
“The principles of inclusivity, electoral integrity, transparency, accountability, and credibility must be the cornerstones of your operations.
“Governance at the local level is fundamental to our sustainable democracy and inclusive socioeconomic and infrastructure development of Anambra State.
“As the primary political leadership recruitment and inclusive grassroots governance gateway, the local government administration provides the much-needed platform where the needs and voices of Ndi Anambra are directly addressed, and where the principles of good governance are exemplified.
“By ensuring a free, fair, and credible electoral process, you contribute not only to the health of our democracy but also to the strength and progress of our communities.
“We have full confidence in your ability to deliver on these expectations/responsibilities and to lead the ANSIEC with integrity and excellence, understanding that your role is instrumental in driving the renaissance of democratic values we cherish at the grassroots levels and in ensuring that the electoral process is inclusive and equitable for all.
“Together, let us work towards deepening the quality of governance at the local governments for the purposeful development of all Ndi Anambra. *When Anambra LGAs develop, Anambra State as a whole Develops. Let’s Do It Together!”
