Ochudo Mandate Group, Oguta Chapter Mobilises Strong Presence at NDC Stakeholders’ Meeting and Mega Rally
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By Morrisons Amankwo
OWERRI, IMO STATE — The Oguta Local Government Area Chapter of the Ochudo Mandate Group participated prominently in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Imo State Stakeholders’ Meeting and Mega Rally held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, in Owerri.
The event, held at the Forte Event Centre by Concorde Junction, Port Harcourt Road, Owerri, attracted party stakeholders and members of the Ochudo Mandate Group from across the 27 local government areas of Imo State.
The Oguta Chapter was led by its LGA Captain, Comr. John Mbonu Uchenwoke-Ekperechi, a former candidate for the Oguta State Constituency in the 2023 election. The chapter was accompanied by its ward captains and other members of the group.
Speaking at the event, Uchenwoke-Ekperechi, who is also the Publisher and Chief-Editor-in-Chief of Inside Agwa News and columnist of Shadow of the Flag, expressed appreciation to the founder of the Ochudo Mandate Group, Chief Senator Martin Agbaso, for establishing the organisation.
He said the group’s grassroots mobilisation and visibility went beyond media activities, describing it as an organised structure driven by experienced grassroots mobilisers.
“The Ochudo Mandate Group’s grassroots mobilisation and visibility is beyond media stunts. The group is very organised and run by experienced and established grassroots mobilisers who are ready to go all out for Ochudo.”
Uchenwoke-Ekperechi, who is also the Convener of Renaissance Oguta and the Oguta Grassroots Development Initiative (OGDI), said grassroots political organisations could contribute to development and democratic participation in rural communities.
He also commended the Orlu Zonal Captain of the Ochudo Mandate Group, Chief Emejuru Odinaka, for coordinating the 12 local government areas in Imo West that participated in the rally. He equally acknowledged the 11 Oguta ward captains who attended the event.
“Today is a very unique day. First, NDC Imo State Chapter is forging ahead for peace and unity for victory, and I thank the state leadership of our great party, from the Chairman, Reginald Uwakwe, Esq., Amanze Obi, Ohaji-Egbema/Oguta/Oru-West Federal Constituency, and the leader of the party in Imo State and a former Governor, Chief Achike Udenwa.”
He added:
“Secondly, our principal, Senator Martin Agbaso, has once again demonstrated his democratic credentials and mobilisation ability. 50% of the population at the rally were members of the Ochudo Mandate Group. Our women are here, led by a very experienced and great women mobiliser, Hon. (Mrs.) Florence Asonye (Iron Lady), and Ochudo youths.”
“All put together, this is a testament to a man who is ready to lead Imo State and ensure greater stability of NDC for electoral victories come 2027.”
Uchenwoke-Ekperechi further appreciated Chief Emejuru Odinaka for his coordination efforts and said the Oguta Chapter was at the rally to support the political movement.
“I want to also appreciate the Orlu Zonal Captain of Ochudo Mandate Group, Chief Emejuru Odinaka, who has also shown capacity in coordinating the 12 LGAs in Imo West, and the Oguta Ward Captains and others who attended. We are here to support Ochudo for an Imo that works for all.”
Among the Oguta Chapter participants were Uwaorie Ward Captain, Mr. Ozoemena Hyacinth Achazie; Ezenwa Vincent Chibueze; Obudi/Aro Ward Captain, Anaele Ugochukwu; Mgbala/Ubah Ward Captain, Dike Ugochinyere; Awa Ward Captain, Aguocha Ndubuisi; Oru Ward Captain, Mr. Celestine Udemba; Egwe/Egbuoma Ward Captain, Mr. Victor Ukachukwu; Oguta Ward A Captain, Mazi Chibuike; Ward B Captain, Obinna Abaleke; LGA Youth Leader; and Mrs. Kate Okororie.
Others included Chigbo Nnanna, Amam Ekene, Ihemedu Chibueze, Tochukwu Ajujumbu, Chidubem Unyimmadu, Oputa Ossai, Ojigbani Blessing Nkechinyere, Chidera Egbugo, Ezeani Mercy, Ogbonna Nkeiruka, and Mrs. Nkechi Ezeugo.
The participants commended Senator Martin Agbaso for the political structure and mobilisation activities of the Ochudo Mandate Group, while expressing their support for his political aspirations ahead of the 2027 elections.
The rally brought together NDC stakeholders and grassroots supporters and featured participation from the party’s structures across Imo State.
