Member representing Ohaozara, Onicha and Ivo (Ohanivo) Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Nkemanma Kama, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the forthcoming general election.
Speaking shortly after his victory at the party primaries, Kama expressed excitement and gratitude to party stakeholders, supporters and the state leadership for giving him another opportunity to serve.
“I’m elated and very happy for being given another opportunity to serve my people.
“I’m grateful to all the stakeholders, our leaders, our constituents and most importantly our governor who stood by us throughout the process. Above all, I thank God for giving us this opportunity to serve again,” he said.
The lawmaker described the turnout and mobilisation witnessed during the primaries as only a glimpse of what to expect during the general elections.
“This is nothing compared to what will happen during the general election,” Kama stated confidently, adding: “This is just a piece of cake for what is going to happen during the election proper.”
Kama assured constituents that his second term would usher in greater development and more opportunities for the constituency.
He added that retaining experienced lawmakers was crucial to securing greater influence and benefits for the constituency.
“A ranking member is a ranking member; you can’t buy that in the market,” he noted.
“I believe our governor, being a former parliamentarian, understands the importance of having ranking lawmakers who can attract more development to the constituency.”
Also speaking after the primaries, Ebonyi State Commissioner for ICT, Tochukwu Okorie, said the massive turnout and patience of party supporters reflected the confidence of the people in the APC.
“I align myself with the feelings of my people.When you look at the crowd and the fact that they have waited here since morning, it shows they are happy and satisfied with the party.”, he said.
Reacting to questions about possible opposition challenges ahead of the general election, the commissioner dismissed fears, insisting the APC remained firmly rooted among the people.
The APC primaries in the Ohanivo Federal Constituency recorded a large turnout of party faithful and supporters, setting the stage for what promises to be a keenly contested general election.
