The will of the people of Enugwu-Agidi, their prayers and collective aspirations, has been clearly expressed and fulfilled. From the sheer margin of votes recorded, it is crystal clear that Chief Pius Nwankwo (PAYE, Ozo Okpete) is the right man for the job.
Community leadership plays a profound role in shaping development and unity. The decisions leaders make, their communication style, and their overall approach set the tone for either progress or stagnation. While effective leaders empower and inspire, incompetent leadership breeds fear, disengagement, and failure. Where the same problems persist year after year, or even worsen, leadership itself becomes the problem.
Enugwu-Agidi has decisively addressed its leadership challenges through the power of the voter card.
From the outset, Pius Nwankwo demonstrated the qualities of a true community leader. Leaders create followers; great leaders cultivate other leaders. With this conviction, Enugwu-Agidi has chosen wisely.
Enugwu-Agidi, Anambra State, The Enugwu-Agidi Brotherly Union (EBU) has concluded one of the most transparent, peaceful, and well-organized community elections in its history, with Chief Pius Nwankwo (PAYE, Ozo Okpete) officially declared the new President General (PG).
The declaration was made by the Chairman of the Enugwu-Agidi Brotherly Union Electoral Committee following the successful collation of results from the keenly contested election, which witnessed massive voter turnout and widespread jubilation across the community.
Chief Pius Nwankwo (PAYE, Ozo Okpete) – 1,698 votes ✅
Hon. Chukwuebuka (Ebuka) Onuorah – 294 votes
Invalid Votes – 20
Void Votes – Nil
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Vice President General Election Results
Hon. Emeka Ementa (Okeke) – 1,601 votes ✅
Nnamdi Anameze – 233 votes
Ozo Kenechukwu Okoye – 87 votes
Invalid Votes – 93
Void Votes – 8
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Secretary General
Benjamin Okoye – 1,700 votes ✅
Kingsley Onwudi – 281 votes
Invalid Votes – 10
Void Votes – 21
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Assistant Secretary General
Gozie Aniesona – 1,662 votes ✅
Okeke Paul – 241 votes
Engr. Ezeugo Ugochukwu – 45 votes
Invalid Votes – 34
Void Votes – 30
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Treasurer
Chief Chidi Nmoh – 1,704 votes ✅
Moses Nwuba – 271 votes
Invalid Votes – 24
Void Votes – 14
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Financial Secretary
Ezendu Udenze – 1,750 votes ✅
Okonkwo Izuchukwu – 225 votes
Invalid Votes – 10
Void Votes – 14
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Publicity Secretary
Egbonu Daniel – 1,658 votes ✅
Chiedozie Igweonwu – 283 votes
Invalid Votes – 31
Void Votes – 40
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Assistant Publicity Secretary
Udegbunam Chibuzor – 1,719 votes ✅
Okafor Chris – 231 votes
Invalid Votes – 41
Void Votes – 21
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Chief Welfare Officer
Benedict Okoye – 1,672 votes ✅
Amadike Ndubuisi – 180 votes
Nweke Chimezie – 88 votes
Invalid Votes – 42
Void Votes – 30
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Welfare Officer
Okeke Ebuka – 1,756 votes ✅
Chimezie Francis – 235 votes
Invalid Votes – 10
Void Votes – 11
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Legal Adviser
Barr. Obuzo Johnston – 1,716 votes ✅
Barr. Nwogbo Anthony – 257 votes
Invalid Votes – 19
Void Votes – 20
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Assistant Legal Adviser
Barr. Ezeudu Martins – 1,877 votes ✅
Invalid Votes – Nil
Void Votes – 135
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Auditor
Chukwurah J. Okoye – 1,681 votes ✅
Umeano Augustine – 258 votes
Invalid Votes – 33
Void Votes – 40
Total Votes Cast – 2,012
Provosts
Provost I
Anyanor Onyeka – 1,648 votes ✅
Okafor D. Chibuzor – 278 votes
Invalid Votes – 46
Void Votes – 40
Provost II
Nwegbo Nnamdi – 1,681 votes ✅
Okeke Adolphus – 244 votes
Invalid Votes – 43
Void Votes – 44
Provost III
Okeke Melvin – 1,659 votes ✅
Okoye Ebuka – 237 votes
Invalid Votes – 16
Void Votes – 100
Provost IV
Okani Zotaobu – 1,639 votes ✅
Joseph Nwankwo – 279 votes
Invalid Votes – 52
Void Votes – 50
Provost V
Udegbunam Ifeanyi – 1,677 votes ✅
Oguejiofor Obinna – 253 votes
Invalid Votes – 32
Void Votes – 50
Anambra State government speaking through the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Community Affairs, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo described the Enugwu-Agidi EBU election as free, fair, peaceful, and exceptionally well conducted, noting that its organization rivaled that of the Anambra State governorship election.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to democratically elected community leadership rather than caretaker committees and commended the maturity and discipline displayed by voters.
He also praised the Nigeria Police Force, the DSS, local vigilante groups, and other security agencies for ensuring a peaceful process before, during, and after the election. The presence of government officials and observers further strengthened public confidence in the credibility of the exercise.
In his acceptance speech, Chief Pius Nwankwo expressed deep gratitude to the people of Enugwu-Agidi, describing the victory as collective, humbling, and forward-looking.
“This administration will serve the entire community, not just those who voted for us. The campaign is over; the real work begins now.”
He called for unity, reconciliation, and cooperation, assuring all stakeholders of inclusive leadership founded on service, humility, and shared responsibility.
“In unity lies our true strength. I pledge to work with everyone who places Enugwu-Agidi above personal interest.”
With this overwhelming mandate, Enugwu-Agidi has clearly chosen progress, unity, and accountability. The 2025 EBU election will be remembered not only for its decisive outcome but also as a benchmark for grassroots democracy, peaceful participation, and communal solidarity in Anambra State.
As celebrations continue, expectations remain high that the new EBU leadership will translate this historic mandate into meaningful development and lasting unity for Enugwu-Agidi.
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