A political organisation, the Olokoro Political Youth Front, has purchased the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for an Abia lawmaker, Chief Jerry Uzosike.
Representing Umuahia South State Constituency in the House of Assembly, Jerry Uzosike is seeking a second term on the platform of PDP.
The President of the group, Mr Pius Ekeleme, presented the forms to the lawmaker in his Constituency Office at Apunmiri on Friday.
According to Ekeleme, the gesture was a fulfilment of the group’s promise to purchase the forms for Uzosike.
He stated that the decision was informed by the group’s desire to ensure that a “round peg remains in a round hole” for the sustenance of good governance in the area.
According to him, the lawmaker has proven that he has the capacity to advance the development of the area through effective representation.
“On February 17, we promised to purchase expression of interest and nomination forms for Uzosike, and we have come to keep that promise.
“It is time for the youth to be in charge of the political leadership and Uzosike is a young man with great vision for his constituents, which is evident in his numerous achievements,” Ekeleme said.
Reacting to the move, Uzosike expressed gratitude to the group for its kind gesture.
He described the act as a clear indication that his constituents were pleased with his performance and pledged to continue to provide effective representation to the constituency.
“I have always purchased forms for myself but this is the first time a group is doing this for me and I promise to extend this gesture to other people that are willing to serve.
“I am challenged by this gesture and will do more to improve the welfare of my constituents as well as protect their interest,” he said.
Uzosike also promised to continue to introduce initiatives and programmes that would further encourage the socio-economic advancement of the area.