By Moses Chukwuma
For some time now Imo people have continuously state the kind of governor they desire and deserve inb 2027 General Elections;, this has continuously re-echoed at radio programs, callers on radio phone-in programs have followed the same trend, in social media post and newspaper publications, there have been uniformity in statements and desire for qualities of the next Imo State Governor.
Some of the outlined qualities is a home based politician, one with wealth of knowledge in public administration, a symbol of fresh air with knowledge of the internal intricacies of Imo State politics, the administrative methodology of the state and her civil service system.
Ndi Imo has not relented in their request for a fresh air, particularly one who has not soiled his hands in politics of kill and burry and mischievousness, above all; a professional in politics, not a professional politician.
Looking at the personality of Dr Syracuse Chigozie Ugwo, he is richly loaded with the antecedents Ndi Imo desire from the next governor, he is a lecturer and a proud son of Mbaise Nation. This
illustrious son of Imo State of Owerri Zone extraction is among the real seasoned personalities well positioned with sound leadership qualities to replace incumbent Governor Hope Uzodimma in 2027 Imo State Governorship Election.
A good governor has many qualities; these include an ability to esteem confidentiality. Communication ability, clear vision, a pace setter, an ability to retain information, strategic diplomatic negotiations. teamwork. committedness to equal opportunities to all and of a humble heart.
We know that many personalities from Owerri Zone are eyeing the governorship seat, but not many of them are eminietly qualified to pilot the affairs of the state. Dr Ugwo belongs to the class of those who are eminietly qualified to pilot the affairs of Imo State and return it to the path of meaningful development .
In 2027 General Elections, Imo State will need a personality identifiable second address, one who understands the rudiments of administration, above all a home base political leader who truly knows the challenges of the state and will not play hide and seek with the affairs of civil servants in the state.
Imo State will need a govenor who will pay undiluted attention to civil servants with deep understand that Imo is a civil service state.
From available reports Imo State Civil Service was at its best during the era of former Governor Achike Udenwa a former accountant and seasoned administrator.He proved to be a manager of men and resources .During that time Ministries Departments and Agencies of Government received meaningful subventions for their smooth operations.Ministries awarded small contracts of less than ten or Five Million then. During that era there was no abuse of salary structure of workers. A level 10 officer does not receive salary of a level 8 or 9 officer during the era of Achike Udenwa. Imo State needs a return to that glorious era.To a large extent Imo is a civil service state and Civil Servants influence the state economy because whenever they are paid, they make purchases in our various markets, this leads to flow of cash, those who bought goods on credit always cleared their debts. The personality and background of Dr Chigozie Ugwo fits into what Imo needs at the moment.
As the search and struggle for Imo State Governor of Owerri Zone extraction continous to gain momentum, the search should be narrowed down to a personality like Dr Ugwo because his exceptional leadership qualities have singled him out as the best aspirant, who possesses a good knowledge and understanding of National and State legislation and policies that govern the operation of the state government.
This seasoned administrator has deep insight of the internal policies and procedures of the state he wants to govern, including its management and organisational structures. He knows the plights of civil servants and he has better plans that will erase their bitter experience.
His rich knowledge of administration, balanced and professional performance in public service is an added advantage.
Dr Ugwo had served in various capacities in the past with a deep knowledge of the workings of government, from state to federal levels. He is a reputable consultant to state government and other top public and private organisations, a former adviser to Imo and Abia State Governments.
As Imo key stakeholders had prayed, wished and are working for emergence of an experienced son of Owerri Zone as governor; the Almighty God in his infinite mercy and compassion had provided the right man for the onerous task ahead in the person and personality of Dr Chigozie Ugwo who is fully loaded with good governorship qualities.
Dr Ugwo is a special specie, a gift to Civil Servants, the people of Owerri and entire Imo State. He deserves support of all and sundry, irrespective Senatorial Zone and political party affiliation, let's hearken to the voice of reasoning, appreciate this divine gift to ndi Imo and hand over the mantle of leadership to him because he is a classic example of the kind of personality Imo people desire and deserve to occupy the governorship seat in 2027