By: Felix Ikpotor
The Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has hailed Senator John Azuta Mbata, on his emergence as President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
Fubara also expressed his readiness to work with the new Igbo leader to preserve national unity and cohesion.
Mbata, a former lawmaker representing Rivers East Senatorial District at the National Assembly, was elected at a congress conducted by the body in Enugu on Friday after he emerged consensus candidate for the top job.
Fubara in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, said the frontline politician’s victory at the poll is a testament to his wide acceptance as an accomplished Nigerian, whose test of character and integrity is exemplary.
He said the overwhelming votes of the delegates showed the confidence of members of the socio-cultural organisation in his ability to provide the needed leadership to move the body forward at this time.
While extending his best wishes to Mbata, Fubara expressed the hope that he will succeed as he discharges the lofty duties of furthering national cohesion, and fostering friendly cooperation based on mutual trust and respect within the Igbos and among non-Igbos.
“On behalf of the government and the good people of Rivers State, I once again congratulate you and assure you of our readiness to work with you towards maintaining and preserving national unity and cohesion”, he said.
