Umueze community in Enugu East local government area of Enugu State has commended the Member representing Enugu East/Isi-Uzo Federal Constituency, Hon. Professor Paul Sunday Nnamchi, for his investments in human capital development and social amenities.
Prof. Nnamchi got the commendation at the chieftaincy coronation of High Chief Emmanuel Agbo Agboko as the Ugwobueze II of Umuanameze, Umueze.
The Secretary-General of Ugwogo Nike Community, Engr. Comrade Chibuzor James Okwoede, who spoke on behalf of the community, said Nmamchi’s scholarship scheme is touching lives of young people at the grassroots.
The lawmaker’s contributions, to the uplifting of the community and the entire constituency of Enugu East/Isi Uzo which includes massive deployment of solar-powered street lights amongst others were also highlighted by the Secretary General in his speech preceding the coronation ceremony.
Responding, the lawmaker said he was deeply touched by the level of gratitude expressed by the community for the little efforts he has made to affect constituents and promised to do more to give back to his people for their supports.
Hon Professor Nnamch was accompanied to the occasion by Hon. Osita Okoh, Hon. Raymond Ugwu, both lawmakers representing Enugu East Urban and Rural in the Enugu State Legislature.
Prof. Nnamchi receiving pleasantry at the event
The coronation showcased diverse cultures, traditional dances, and masquerades prominent among which was the performance of the highly revered Ijele masquerade.
The ceremony was attended by illustrious sons and daughters of the community and several other dignitaries which included Hon. Surv. Prof. Victor Nnam, former Commissioner for Land and Housing, Enugu State and traditional rulers, Igwe of Ugwogo Nike Community; HRH Igwe Barr. Emeka Ugwu(Ofia Afulu Agu 1 of Ugwogo Nike) HRH Igwe Damian Ikechukwu Edeh(Eze Akpaka 1 of Amankpaka Nike Autonomous Community), and Hon. Chief Joseph Agbo Ugwumba (Eze Umuezeani).
