…Says Ogbeke Nike People, Family Are Happy, Prays God to Continue Elevating Council Chairman
Comrade Ugwu Michael Okwudili, popularly known as Alhaji Jango, has expressed profound gratitude and appreciation to the Executive Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Engr. Pastor Dr. Beloved-Dan Obi-Anike, for recommending him for appointment as the Administrator of Iyiukwu Development Centre, describing the gesture as a historic milestone for the people of Ogbeke Nike.
Alhaji Jango, a prominent grassroots mobiliser and President-General of Ogbeke Nike Autonomous Community, said the appointment had brought immense joy to his family and community, particularly as it marks, to his knowledge, the first time a son of Ogbeke Nike would occupy the office.
He described Pastor Engr. Beloved Dan Obi-Anike as a God-sent leader whose recommendation had opened a significant door of opportunity for him and the people of Ogbeke Nike, adding that the gesture had further strengthened his commitment to grassroots development and public service.
Expressing his appreciation, Alhaji Jango said the appointment was not merely a personal achievement but a source of collective pride for his community, which he pledged to represent with dedication, humility and a strong sense of responsibility.
In his message of gratitude, he said:
“First and foremost, I give all glory, honour and adoration to Almighty God for making this wonderful opportunity possible in my life. I am deeply grateful to God for His grace, favour and blessings, which have brought me to this important stage of my journey in public service.
“I sincerely and wholeheartedly appreciate the Executive Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Engr. Pastor Dr. Beloved-Dan Obi-Anike, for finding me worthy of this noble appointment and, particularly, for recommending me to serve as the Administrator of Iyiukwu Development Centre.
“Your confidence in me means so much to me, my family and the entire people of Ogbeke Nike. This appointment is a great honour, and I do not take it for granted. I see it as a call to greater service, a responsibility to my people and an opportunity to contribute more meaningfully to the development of our communities.
“Pastor Engr. Beloved Dan Obi-Anike is truly a God-sent leader. I regard him as someone God has used to open a historic door for the people of Nike. To the best of my knowledge, this is the first time a son of Ogbeke Nike will occupy the office of Administrator of Iyiukwu Development Centre. This is a moment of great pride for us, and I am sincerely grateful to him for making this opportunity possible.
“Your recommendation has brought joy and happiness to my family and our entire community. It has given the people of Ogbeke Nike another reason to celebrate and has strengthened our hope for greater participation in grassroots governance and development.
“Ogbeke Nike people are happy, my family is happy, and I am soon happy myself. God will continue to elevate Beloved Dan higher. I pray that Almighty God will continue to bless him, grant him greater wisdom, protect him, strengthen him and elevate him to greater heights in his service to humanity. May God reward him abundantly for this gesture and continue to open greater doors of success and accomplishment for him.
“I also want to sincerely appreciate all the stakeholders, community leaders, friends, well-wishers, political associates and all the lovers of Jango who took time out of their busy schedules to celebrate with me and congratulate me on this appointment.
“Your calls, messages, prayers, goodwill and expressions of love have touched me deeply. I am grateful to every one of you who has shared in this moment of joy. Your support means a lot to me, and I want you to know that I do not take your love and encouragement for granted.
“To the good people of Ogbeke Nike, I thank you for your continued support, solidarity and confidence in me. As your President-General, I have always believed in the importance of unity, peace, understanding and collective responsibility in building a stronger community. This new appointment presents another opportunity for me to continue contributing to our collective progress.
“I assure everyone that I will approach this responsibility with humility, dedication, integrity and a genuine commitment to the welfare of the people. I understand that an appointment of this nature comes with expectations, and I am determined to work with relevant stakeholders, community leaders and residents to promote development, peace and unity across Iyiukwu Development Centre.
“I also appreciate the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Barr. Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, for the broader commitment of his administration to grassroots development and inclusive governance. I look forward to contributing my quota to the realisation of the state's development aspirations and the Tomorrow Is Here vision.
“Once again, I thank Pastor Engr. Beloved Dan Obi-Anike for his confidence in me, and I pray that God will continue to elevate him higher and higher. To my family, the people of Ogbeke Nike, our stakeholders, friends and all well-wishers, I say a very big thank you.
“This appointment is not just about me; it is about our people, our community and the greater opportunities that lie ahead. By God's grace, I will do my best to justify the confidence reposed in me and make our people proud.
“May God bless Ogbeke Nike, bless Iyiukwu Development Centre, bless Enugu East Local Government Area and continue to bless Enugu State.”
Alhaji Jango's appreciation message underscores the significance he attaches to the appointment and the role of community representation in grassroots administration. His transition from serving as President-General of Ogbeke Nike Autonomous Community to include Administrator of Iyiukwu Development Centre presents an opportunity to extend his community leadership experience to a broader development platform.
He expressed optimism that the new responsibility would strengthen collaboration among stakeholders, encourage greater grassroots participation and contribute to initiatives that improve the welfare of residents.
For Alhaji Jango and the people of Ogbeke Nike, the appointment represents a moment of collective pride and renewed expectations. He reaffirmed his commitment to serving with humility and accountability while maintaining the spirit of unity and cooperation that he considers essential to sustainable community development.
while the celebrations continue, Alhaji Jango's central message remains one of gratitude to God, appreciation to Pastor Engr. Beloved Dan Obi-Anike, and heartfelt thanks to everyone who has shared in his joy.
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