By Chiekezie Emmanuel

Enugu – Oscar Osmond Chukwumarijem has emerged winner of the kingship election in Umana Ndiuno, Ezeagu Local Government Area, Enugu State, and will serve as Igwe Awo IV of Umana Ndiuno. Community.

The election was conducted on Monday at Nkwo Arusi, Umana Ndiuno. The community became joyous as Ozo Chimaije emerged after other contestants withdrew from the race.

During his acceptance speech, he stated:

“First and foremost, my highest gratitude belongs to the Almighty Creator of the heavens, the earth, and all that dwells within. It is He alone who has granted us the grace to witness this day and to behold the new dawn that we, the people of Umana Ndiuno, have proudly chosen. To Him be all the glory, for His grace has brought us peace and unity at this sacred moment.”

He extended his gratitude and appreciation to the Executive Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, represented by delegates from the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs, led by the Honourable Commissioner, Dr. C.O.C. He equally acknowledged the President General, Chief Chinedu Chineke, the Igwe Election Committee, and the current Onowu, Chief Engineer Dr. Kenneth Enebe, for the transparency and free and fair election conducted. He further appreciated the observers and friends of the community who travelled from far places to witness the election.

“Your impartial presence and words of encouragement added integrity and credibility to the entire exercise. Thank you for standing with us. And to all my supporters who worked very hard day after day and night after night, campaigning to see this come to reality, may God bless you.”

To his co-contestants, he said: “Thank you for your willingness to offer your service to Umana Ndiuno. Special appreciation to Ozo Hon. Festus Ifeacho for his respectful campaign and his courage to step aside in the name of unity in our community for peaceful coexistence.”

He assured his fellow co-contestants that he is open and ready to work alongside them.

“Together, we will build an Umana Ndiuno not only of our dreams, but one we will be proud to hand over to future generations.”

“I thank the Almighty God for His mercy and kindness in keeping us all alive to witness this day. Now, my beloved people of Umana Ndiuno, with a heart full of joy, I declare before you and before the Almighty God: I have accepted the outcome we witness today, and I accept the responsibility of serving as your Igwe, Awo IV of Umana Ndiuno. This is not a victory for one individual; it is a victory for our unity, our heritage, and our common future. No one lost; rather, we all have won. And when we all win, Umana Ndiuno wins.”

“As this journey begins, I humbly seek your full support, prayers, and blessings, as I ask for the wisdom that only the true God can provide to guide me and direct my steps as I lead Umana Ndiuno along this new path. The new dawn is here. Umana Ndiuno is now undergoing a fresh start, affording us all the opportunity to set aside individual differences and private misunderstandings.”

He urged the people to maintain peace and harmony, calling for dialogue for reconciliation.

“Anyone who feels he or she has offended another, or has been offended, I kindly urge you to seek reconciliation and find a way forward. I will not be a party to any internal conflict that has, in the past, undermined us in all ramifications.”

“I intend to focus on the work at hand and make appointments based on competence, free from any external interference. This will enable us to bring forward those who will add genuine value to Umana Ndiuno with their skills, work experience, or academic knowledge,” he said.