Ochiagha Nnanna Okere Celebrates Barrister Soronnadi Njoku For Attaining Rank Of SAN
By Ibe Innocent Ugonna
Chief Dr. Ochiagha Nnanna Okere, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ngor Okpala LGA and publisher of the Nigerian-Politico Online Newspaper, has hailed Barrister Soronnadi Anthony Njoku as the best potential representative the Aboh Mbaise/Ngor-Okpala Federal Constituency never had.
Speaking with journalists during the reception organized by the Committee of Friends, led by Okenze S.I. Obinna, at Umuowa in Ngor Okpala to celebrate Barrister Njoku’s elevation to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Okere expressed his admiration for Njoku’s accomplishments and lamented the missed opportunities for the constituency.
Barrister Njoku’s journey to the green chambers of the National Assembly has been marked by several unsuccessful attempts at the primaries. Chief Okere criticized the political class in the constituency for failing to rally behind such an intelligent and capable candidate.
Drawing from his experience as a young reporter covering the National Assembly during his National Youth Service Corps days, Chief Okere reminisced about how 98% of the legislators he encountered could not match Barrister Njoku’s intelligence and political acumen.
Dr Ochiagha, Hon. Blessing Nwammerenini, & Prof Jude Njoku at the event
As a Finland-trained politician and conflict management expert, Chief Okere emphasized that if Barrister Njoku had been given the opportunity to represent the constituency, his effective representation would have resulted in significant dividends of democracy for the people.
He underscored the need for the constituency to prioritize competence and excellence by sending their best candidates to the National Assembly to ensure progress and development.
Despite the missed opportunities, Chief Okere expressed optimism about Barrister Njoku’s continued contributions to the socio-political and economic advancement of the constituency.
He praised Njoku’s dedication and noted that his elevation to SAN—the highest rank for practicing lawyers in Nigeria—is a testament to his brilliance and commitment to excellence.
Chief Okere also extended his best wishes to Barrister
Njoku, praying for his good health and prosperity. He urged the legal luminary to remain steadfast in supporting the growth and emancipation of the constituency.
The event celebrating Barrister Njoku’s elevation was attended by distinguished personalities from the constituency, including His Excellency, Rt. Hon Emeka Ihedioha (former governor of Imo State); Dr. Ethelbert Okere (Director General of the Imo State Orientation Agency); Engr. Augustine Okere (a former APGA governorship aspirant); Professor Jude Njoku (a former Commissioner for Education in Imo State), Dr. Chima Mathew Amadi (leader of The Mazi Organization); Okenze Hon. Blyden Amajirionwu ,(Former member representing Ngor Okpala constituency at the Imo state house of assembly); Hon. Dr. Bede Uchenna Eke, (Fomer member representing Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal constituency); Okenze S. I Obinna (Okenze Ngor Okpala) Chief Hon. Mrs. Chika Ibekwe Executive Chairman Ngor Okpala LGA, Barr. George Eke, Sir Obi Chioma, Hon. Blessing Nwamerenini, Sir Malachi Onyeukwu, Professor U. U Chukwumaeze (The Vice Chancellor of Imo State university Owerri), Chief Hon. Dr. TOE Ekechi (Former Commissioner of Information and strategy, Imo State), Chief Val Okere (Amadioha Ngor Okpala), Chief Godswill Amadi, former members of the Imo state legislative council, Senior Advocates of Nigeria, Magistrates and Judges of the High Court, Barristers and solicitors of the federal republic, distinguished knights and ladies of St. Molumba host of other Honourable ladies and gentlemen, to mention but a few
The gathering highlighted the immense respect and admiration that Barrister Njoku commands within the community and beyond.
