Anambra Central: LP Aspirant Ikezue Seeks Archbishop Ibezim’s Spiritual Backing
By Chizoba Njaka
As part of his broader stakeholder consultation ahead of the forthcoming senatorial election, the Labour Party aspirant for Anambra Central Senatorial District, Venerable Tochukwu Sagacious Ikezue, has paid a courtesy visit to the Archbishop of the Province of the Niger and Bishop of Awka Diocese, His Grace, the Most Reverend Dr. Alex Ibezim, to seek spiritual guidance and support for his political aspiration.
Addressing the delegation at his residence in Awka, Archbishop Ibezim lauded Ven. Ikezue for his courage and sense of duty in offering himself for service to Anambra Central at this critical period. He noted that the pursuit of public office requires unwavering integrity and selfless service, and admonished Ikezue to remain principled, God-fearing, and committed to the welfare of the people.
He applauded Ven. Ikezue for his courage and patriotic sense of duty in seeking to serve the people of Anambra Central during this decisive period. He emphasized that the pursuit of public service requires impeccable integrity and altruistic commitment, and admonished him to maintain fidelity to principle, reverence for God, and devotion to the public interest.
In a gesture of solidarity, the Archbishop assured Ven. Ikezue of his spiritual intercession and moral support, affirming his conviction that the aspirant’s bid could yield transformative representation and engender sustainable development across the senatorial district.
Earlier, Ven. Ikezue underscored the intrinsic connection between faith, leadership, and governance. Both parties emphasized the need for purposeful, people-centred representation in light of Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.
Ven. Ikezue expressed profound gratitude for the warm reception, prayers, and encouragement extended to him. He affirmed that spiritual guidance is indispensable for leadership that genuinely advances the common good, and pledged to provide quality representation and deliver tangible progress to all communities within Anambra Central if elected.