26/04/2025
*"We Need Men Like Okonkwo", Says Nigerian Ex-serviceman As Environmental Sanitation Holds At Ibusa*
By Augustine Nwaobi
A retired military colonel, Onowu Oseloka Oweazim, has urged youths to emulate the service-oriented attributes of Ekene Paul Okonkwo, the elected Councilor of Ward 8, Oshimili-North government area.
The septuagenarian made this call on Saturday in Ibusa while commending the monthly environmental sanitation exercise organised by the Councilor, whom he described as a work-inclined representative.
The April sanitation exercise engaged the youths in desilting drains and unblocking waterways to ensure the easy flow of erosion water on the drainage leading to Abraham Kaffas Street, Ibusa. Oweazim, a renowned community leader, stated that the utilisation of one's skill is the prerequisite for meaningful advancement in both community and larger society.
Recalling how Okonkwo had been consistent in finding solution to issues bedevilling the community, he added that only an individual who knows how to fish or invest practically in doing something of value to society is considered a good leadership example.
He commended the lawmaker for working the talk by putting it upon himself to ensure that busy streets in Ibusa are kept tidy.
He noted that the council chairman, Hon. Innocent Ezenweze's administration will actualize lots of sustainable people-oriented initiatives when youths are actively involved in doing what is expected to better the lives of citizens as well as the environment.
He concluded with words of prayer of elevation for the Councilor, stressing that Nigeria can only get better when persons with serious service mindset are in position.
