Owe No Allegiance to Godfathers, Idols, Ohuabunwa Tells Politicians
At a state banquet in Umuahia, former President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa, cautioned politicians against owing allegiance to godfathers or idols, stating that such ties often lead to poor governance. Ohuabunwa emphasized the need for a new breed of political leaders who are free from the constraints of godfatherism, citing the successful tenures of Abia State Governor Alex Otti and Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah as examples.
He criticized his opponent Otti for alleged mismanagement of state resources, challenging the notion that Otti had enriched himself through government funds. Ohuabunwa also discussed the need for a transformation in Nigeria's leadership style, suggesting that real change may not occur until 2031.
The event also saw the launch of Ohuabunwa's new book, "Driven by Revelation: An Inspiration Journey," which reflects on his political journey and aspirations for the 2023 Nigerian presidential election. Governor.
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