The National Leadership of the CityBoy Movement (CBM) has formally inaugurated the Abia State Executive and Women’s Wing of the movement, officially setting the state structure into operation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The inauguration, held in Umuahia, brought together members of the CBM National Working Committee, state executives, women leaders, members of the movement across the 17 Local Government Areas of Abia State, and other distinguished guests and well-meaning Abia indigenes.

Speaking at the event, the Director General of the CityBoy Movement, Hon. Francis Oluwatosin Shoga, charged members of the newly inaugurated Abia State structure to build a strong and effective grassroots political network across the state.

Shoga urged the leadership to expand the movement’s presence across all 17 Local Government Areas, stressing that a strong grassroots structure would give young Nigerians the political strength to influence leadership and produce governors, ministers and other leaders in the future.

He further stated that the CityBoy Movement is targeting the mobilisation of over 10 million votes from young Nigerians in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, while encouraging members to remain focused on building a sustainable political platform beyond the 2027 elections.

The CBM Deputy Director General, Hon. Favour Abayomi, called for unity among members of the Abia State Chapter and urged the newly inaugurated executive to work closely with the State Director, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe.

Abayomi described Igbokwe as the duly recognised State Director of the CityBoy Movement in Abia and urged members to remain united and committed to the growth of the movement.

In his remarks, the Abia State Director, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, said the newly inaugurated structure would prioritise civic engagement, voter education, grassroots mobilisation and public enlightenment.

He stated that the core mission of the CityBoy Movement in Abia is to Inform, Engage and Empower residents, particularly young Nigerians, by helping them understand their civic responsibilities, government policies and development initiatives.

Igbokwe also highlighted ongoing federal development initiatives in the South-East, including infrastructure and industrial development programmes with potential impact on Abia State and the wider region.

He noted that citizens must be adequately informed about government programmes and developments so they can understand, engage with and benefit from opportunities available to their communities.

The State Director reaffirmed the commitment of the Abia Chapter to embark on a comprehensive voter education and grassroots mobilisation campaign across the state in support of President Tinubu’s re-election bid.

He said the movement would work towards building a generation of informed and politically active young Nigerians who understand their rights and responsibilities and are prepared to participate meaningfully in Nigeria’s democratic process.

The inauguration by the CBM National Leadership marks the commencement of full operations for the newly constituted Abia State Executive and Women’s Wing as the movement continues to strengthen its grassroots network ahead of the 2027 elections.

The CityBoy Movement, Abia State Chapter, reaffirmed its commitment to unity, grassroots mobilisation, civic engagement and increased youth and women participation in Nigeria’s democratic process.

Signed:

Godson Emenike
State Communication & Media Director
CityBoy Movement, Abia State Chapter

A university lecturer at Abia State University and a worthy son of Asa, Ukwa West Local Government Area, Mr. Chidubem Felix, has rallied support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections, while calling for urgent intervention to address what he described as the prolonged neglect of Ukwa West by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

Felix made the call during a solidarity gathering held at Community Primary School, Ugwati Asa, Ukwa West LGA, in support of Comrade Enyeribe Odinakachi Nwankwo.

He also appealed to President Tinubu to consider Nwankwo, whom he described as an illustrious son of Ukwa West, a committed grassroots politician and a man with a strong understanding of the needs of the people, for appointment to the NDDC Board.

According to Felix, the call became necessary because of what he described as the inadequate presence and impact of the NDDC in Ukwa West despite the area’s significant contribution to Nigeria’s oil economy.

He lamented that many communities in the local government continue to face infrastructural challenges, including poor roads, inadequate social amenities and other development deficits that, in his view, require greater attention from the interventionist agency.

Felix expressed concern that the people of Ukwa West, particularly those in oil-producing communities, have not received commensurate development despite the area’s contribution to the Niger Delta region and the Nigerian economy.

He alleged that the situation had been worsened by what he described as “invisible hands” from the old Bende bloc influencing the affairs of the NDDC, stressing that such perceived marginalisation should no longer be allowed to continue.

He called for a more equitable approach to the distribution of NDDC projects and opportunities, insisting that oil-producing communities in Ukwa West should have a stronger voice in decisions concerning development projects and representation on the commission.

The university lecturer further argued that the appointment of credible sons and daughters of the area to strategic positions would help bridge the communication gap between the people and government agencies responsible for development interventions.

Felix said Nwankwo’s grassroots experience, understanding of the socio-economic challenges facing Ukwa West and connection with the people made him suitable for consideration for a position on the NDDC Board.

He appealed to President Tinubu to give the request serious consideration, stressing that appointing Nwankwo would not only provide representation for Ukwa West but also strengthen the participation of the people in decisions affecting development in the Niger Delta.

He also urged the people of Ukwa West to remain united and continue to engage government constructively in demanding development, stressing that the region deserved purposeful representation and tangible dividends of democracy.

While expressing support for President Tinubu’s administration, Felix said the people of Ukwa West were looking forward to seeing greater federal presence and more meaningful development interventions in the area.

He appealed to relevant authorities, particularly the NDDC, to prioritise critical infrastructure and other projects capable of improving the living conditions of residents and stimulating economic activities across the local government.

Felix maintained that development in Ukwa West should go beyond political promises, urging government agencies to ensure that projects targeted at oil-producing communities translate into visible and sustainable benefits for the people.

He further called on stakeholders, community leaders and political actors from the area to work together in presenting a united voice on issues affecting the development and political representation of Ukwa West.

The gathering, which attracted supporters and stakeholders from the area, also provided an opportunity for participants to express their views on the need for improved infrastructure, effective representation and greater inclusion of Ukwa West in development programmes.

Felix reiterated his commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at attracting greater attention to the development needs of Ukwa West, while urging President Tinubu and the NDDC leadership to respond positively to the concerns of the people.

The Solidarity Movement for Enyeribe Nwankwo ,a strong political group and structure in Ukwa West has expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and called on him to appoint their son, Comrade Enyeribe Nwankwo Odinakachi, to the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) board.

The Group made the call during a solidarity gathering held at Community Primary School, Ugwati Asa, in Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, where members also lamented what they described as the prolonged neglect and underdevelopment of Ukwa West despite its status as an oil-producing area.

Speaking at the event, leader of the Solidarity Movement for Enyeribe Nwankwo, Hon. Innocent Chiuwa, thanked President Tinubu and the Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum, Governor Hope Uzodimma, for what he described as their commitment to equity and fairness in the distribution of political opportunities.

Chiuwa also commended the recognition of Hon. Samuel Nwogu as the APC flag bearer for the Ukwa West/Ukwa East Federal Constituency, noting that the position had been occupied by Ndoki for about 20 years.

He similarly congratulated Prince Paul Ikonne on his emergence as the APC flag bearer for the Abia South Senatorial District, saying the development would promote equity after Obingwa had occupied the position for about two decades.

The group also congratulated Governor Hope Uzodimma on his appointment as Secretary of the Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Chiuwa, however, lamented the poor state of infrastructure in Ukwa West, despite the area’s contribution to the state’s oil economy.

He alleged that the people of Ukwa West had not received sufficient intervention from the NDDC, citing the absence of major infrastructure projects, scholarships, overseas educational opportunities, solar lighting and accessible roads.

He called on President Tinubu to intervene in what the group described as the marginalisation of Ukwa West in the distribution of NDDC projects and to consider appointing Enyeribe Nwankwo to the commission’s board.

Also speaking, former APC Chairman of Ukwa West Local Government Area, Elder Uju Nwarie, declared support for President Tinubu, describing him as a leader whose administration deserves the support of the people.

Nwarie appealed to the President to carry their son, Comrade Enyeribe Nwankwo, along in his administration, describing him as a grassroots politician and committed APC supporter who had contributed to strengthening the party in Ukwa West.

He said Ukwa West could experience significant development if Nwankwo was given an opportunity to serve on the NDDC board, urging the President to consider the area in future appointments.

A university lecturer at Abia State University, Chidubem Felix and an illustrious son of Ukwa west also rallied support for President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election and appealed to the Federal Government to address the a underdevelopment of Ukwa West.

.Felix called for a massive infrastructural upgrade of Ukwa West after years of neglect by the NDDC and urged the President to consider Nwankwo for a position on the Commission’s board

Similarly , Elder Onyekaozuru Nwankwo, elder brother of Comrade Enyeribe Nwankwo, said the people of Ukwa West had suffered significant neglect despite the area’s oil-producing status.

He described his brother as a man of good character who understands the needs of the people and urged President Tinubu to appoint him to the NDDC board, arguing that such an appointment would give the people of Ukwa West stronger representation and create opportunities for meaningful development.

The women’s leader, Chinyere Ogugua, also declared the group’s support for President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, saying the people of Ukwa West wanted to be carried along in the Federal Government’s programmes and appointments.

The gathering, organised under the theme and structure of support for Odinakachi Enyeribe Nwankwo, ended with renewed calls for greater political inclusion, equitable representation and increased development of Ukwa West.