Ahead of the 2023 general elections, some community leaders from the South East geopolitical zone have thrown their weight behind the presidential ambition of Prof. Peter Umeadi, a retired Chief Judge of Anambra state.
The group under the auspices of the Association of Southeast Past Presidents-General (ASEPP), from over 2000 communities in Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo said their support was based on Umeadi’s track record.
Speaking at the event held at Umeadi’s country home in Nri, Anaocha local government area, the National President of ASEPP, Mazi Omife Omife, hinted that having painstakingly analysed the ambition of top Igbo politicians, they have come to the conclusion that none has declared interest in becoming Nigeria’s President, rather they were aiming at the vice presidential slot in their various political parties.
According to him, Prof Umeadi has an excellent career in the judiciary with integrity, courage, patriotism and commitment to the Igbo cause, and a quality candidate for the position.
He called on the various political parties in the country to reach out to Umeadi for possible adoption, noting that any party that adopts him, will be sure of the support of the over 2000 communities in the Southeast at the next general elections.
In a goodwill message, the National President, National Forum for Southeast Presidency, Dr Patrick Enuneku, described their move as heartwarming agitation, adding that Professor Umeadi’s credentials speaks of a man with the capacity to turn around the fortunes of the country.
Responding, Prof Umeadi thanked the group for the endorsement which according to him was evident that the Igbo were beginning to unite in the pursuit of common good.
He assured that his administration would engender a system of justice and good governance, affordable healthcare for all, security of lives and property, with enabling environment for economic growth and access to a quality life.
