Moghalu Tasks New President-General Of Ohanaeze On Forging ‘Partnership’ With Other Ethnic Groups

Professor Kingsley Chiedu Moghalu, former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria has expressed hope that the new president of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Professor George Obiozor, would use his wealth of experience to bring positive values to the Igbo nation and promote unity with other ethnic nationalities in the country.

Prof Moghalu stated this in his reaction after the victory of Prof Obiozor yesterday in Owerri. According to him, “I congratulate Professor George Obiozor on his election as president-general of Ohaneze Ndigbo. Dr Obiozor is eminently prepared for this challenging leadership role by virtue of his distinguished track record as a scholar and public servant of our country.

“As Nigeria’s ambassador to the United States, Israel and Cyprus at different times, as a former director-general of the Nigerian Institute for International Affairs (NIIA) and as a professor of international relations, Obiozor possesses the requisite leadership experience, global exposures and intellectual pedigree for the socio-cultural leadership of Ndigbo at this critical period in Nigeria’s quest for nationhood.

“I am confident his leadership of Ohaneze will foster emphasis on strategic thinking and action, positive value systems to govern Igbo society, as well as effective partnerships with other ethnic nationalities to build a nation anchored on equality, justice and equity.”

Obiozor polled 304 votes to defeat two other contestants during the election. He therefore succeeded Chief Nnia Nwodo whose tenure elapsed yesterday.