By Ibrahim Garba
The lawmaker representing Nkwerre/Isu/Njaba federal constituency of Imo State, Honorable Ugonna Ozurigbo has expressed gratitude to friends, colleagues and associates that honoured him with a surprise birthday in Abuja over the weekend
At 46, he says “I dedicate this day to my mother, my siblings, my family and my constituency who stood by me right from my early days growing up when I began as a councillor in my ward”.
” I was a councillor before emerging as member of Imo State Assembly rising to become the Speaker during the tenure of His Excellency Rochas Okorocha”.
” This is my second appearance at the National Assembly and it is attributed to the support and goodwill of my constituency, if they have not seen the light in me they wouldn’t have voted, supported and nurtured me to grow this big as a federal lawmaker”.
“In my first term in the house of reps, the Speaker Hon Femi Gbajabiamila took me in his wings as a brother, friend and mentor, hone my skills and taught me leadership traits to which I remain eternally grateful. As Chief of Staff to President Tinubu he still show empathy by calling to remind me of my responsibilities as a law maker challenging me to do more, he is indeed a leader”.
On his relationship with Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and his Deputy Benjamin Kalu, ” Nigeria is blessed to have these two at the Red Chamber and I see a great future for our nation in law making due to thier knowledge and foresight”.
“As Chairman House Committee on Niger Delta Ministry, I assure those in the region of fairness and equity and more dividends of democracy. I have seen the impact of the Presidential Amnesty Programme under the interim administrator which is very impactful leading to peace, tranquiilty in the region. The youths now aquire more skills, sponsorship, human capacity building and we see the impact today as oil production improved showing signs of more revenues in years to come for Nigeria “.
Some guest that spoke with our reporter affirm Honorable Ugonna’s sterling qualities whose imprints can be felt. Thomas Peretu who attended on behalf of the Presidential Amnesty Programme spoke glowing about the lawmaker as humble and dedicated whose impact is felt in the region wishing him more fruitful years in service to the nation.
Politicians and members of his parish and friends who gather to mark the day in grand style also affirm his selfless service to mankind.
