Leaders, stakeholders and prominent sons and daughters of Okigwe Senatorial Zone of Imo State converged in a historic gathering that blended spiritual devotion with strategic political engagement.
The solemn meeting, held during the Lenten season on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the country home of the zone’s apex leader and convener, Chief Tony Chukwu centered on Okigwe Zone’s collective aspiration to produce the Governor of Imo State in the 2028 election.
In declaring the meeting open, Chief Chukwu described the timing as deeply symbolic.
According to him, Lent represents sacrifice, reflection and total dependence on God.
He called on Ndi Okigwe, both at home and in the diaspora, to unite in committing the 2028 governorship project into God’s hands through a proposed three-day fasting and prayer programme scheduled to commence on Wednesday and culminate in a thanksgiving service across churches in Okigwe Zone on Sunday.
The proposal received unanimous endorsement from leaders present, who affirmed that Okigwe deserves the governorship in 2028 and declared that divine intervention remains central to the realization of the aspiration.
Former Governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, expressed deep appreciation to Chief Chukwu for his consistency and steadfastness in championing the Okigwe cause over the years.
He prayed for unity among all sons and daughters of the zone and emphasized the need for sincere prayers, expressing confidence that God remains faithful to His people.
In his address, Chief Longers Anyanwu emphasized the importance of perseverance and determination in achieving any collective aspiration.
Referencing the Holy Scriptures, he reminded the gathering of the Biblical exhortation in Galatians 6:9 — “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”
He stressed that perseverance remains a divine principle for success, urging Okigwe leaders not to relent in their pursuit.
He commended the massive turnout and unity displayed at the gathering, noting that spiritual preparation must precede political accomplishment.
He called on the people to use the fasting period to seek God’s face and ask Him to firmly establish Okigwe’s path to the governorship in 2028.
“Okigwe deserves a chance to produce the next Governor of Imo State in 2028,” Chief Anyanwu declared, drawing applause from attendees.
The gathering also commended Governor Uzodimma for what they described as infrastructural strides, exemplary leadership and goodwill extended to Okigwe Zone.
Among the resolutions adopted were prayers for God to manifest His power in favour of Okigwe’s 2028 governorship bid; for divine intervention to secure the understanding and backing of Owerri and Orlu zones; for unity among Okigwe sons and daughters; for a change of heart among anyone working against the collective interest of the zone; and for continued reliance on God as the ultimate source of strength and success for the project.
A motion for the adoption of the resolutions was moved by House of Representatives member, Rt. Hon. Miriam Onuoha and seconded by former Imo Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Chiji Collins.
The spiritual high point of the event was an exhortation and prayer session led by clergy from across Okigwe Zone, as traditional rulers, political stakeholders, community leaders and distinguished sons and daughters of the zone joined in solemn intercession.
The gathering concluded on a note of unity, faith and renewed determination, as leaders reaffirmed their commitment to pursue the 2028 governorship aspiration with love, solidarity, strategic engagement, constructive dialogue and unwavering trust in God.
