The people of Awgbu Community in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State have organized a grand reception in honour of the immediate past Chief of Staff to Governor Chukwuma Soludo, Chief Ernest Ezeajughi, following his service in government.
Speaking at the event, Governor Chukwuma Soludo commended Chief Ezeajughi for his contributions while serving as Chief of Staff described him as a man who worked with dexterity and uniqueness.
According to the Governor, Chief Ezeajughi’s exceptional qualities would continue to take him to greater heights globally.
Prof. Soludo noted that henceforth, road construction across Anambra State will be guided by some strategic considerations, including the economic importance of the road, traffic volume and the cost of construction and roads that will open up communities.
The Governor explained that his administration would continue to build roads that are economically important and capable of opening up communities for development. He said the proposed Aerotropolis development would have a touch in Awgbu, assuring the people that the community would be part of the development agenda of the state government.
He also thanked the people of Awgbu for honouring and celebrating their son, describing such recognition as rare, and urged them to continue supporting the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, in the forthcoming election.
Speaking, the Convener of Awgbu Progressive Minds, Mr Emeka Owoh, described the reception as the first of its kind for an indigene of the community who served in public office.
Mr Owoh said Chief Ezeajughi served with a clear sense of direction, integrity and transparency, noting that the celebration was not only for posterity but also to teach younger generations the true meaning of selfless public service.
Also speaking, the local government chairman of Orumba North Local Government Area, Barrister Casmir Nwafor, described the celebrant as a good example to others in public office, stressing that Chief Ezeajughi served without scandals.
In his response, Chief Ernest Ezeajughi expressed gratitude to the people of Awgbu for remembering and honouring him and noted that being close to Governor Soludo gave him opportunities to attract development projects to his community.
