GRASSROOTS MOBILISATION AND LIBERATION RHETORIC MARK DR CHIMA MATTHEW AMADI'S ENGAGEMENTS ACROSS NGOR OKPALA

Dr Chima Matthew Amadi recently embarked on a series of engagements across Ngor Okpala, meeting with religious leaders, community stakeholders, and market women, in what he described as a renewed push for political participation, civic mobilization, and what he repeatedly referred to as the “liberation” of the area from long-standing neglect.

At the Assemblies of God Church, Eziama Ngor Okpala, where he met with Pentecostal leaders under the umbrella of the Ngor Okpala Ministers for Good Governance, Dr Amadi addressed the gathering on the political future ahead of the forthcoming elections. He expressed confidence in electoral success, stating that if the process is free and fair, “we will beat them,” while also alleging concerns about potential manipulation of results. He cautioned that there were plans to “write results,” adding that such attempts would be resisted, insisting that the will of the people must prevail.

He further assured his audience that their support would not be in vain, stressing that the “biggest beneficiaries will be the people of Ngor Okpala.” According to him, the central objective of political participation must remain the development of local communities. He argued that leadership without tangible impact on one’s place of origin would later attract criticism, especially if opportunities for development are wasted while in power.

Dr Amadi also used the opportunity to urge increased political participation, encouraging residents to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and to turn out in large numbers during elections. He described the senatorial ambition as a strategic pathway toward broader governance influence, including the eventual goal of securing the governorship position. He emphasised that he understands the challenges faced by the people, particularly noting concerns around access to basic healthcare services, which he said he had personally observed.

The Pentecostal leaders, speaking through the chairman of the ministers’ forum, responded positively to his remarks. The cleric described Dr Amadi as “our distinguished senator,” expressing confidence in his candidacy and stating that there was “no reason to say no to him.” He lamented that the cries of Ngor Okpala residents could no longer be ignored, adding that the community deserved practical results and meaningful governance interventions. He stressed that no government should operate in isolation from the people and highlighted what he described as a growing demand for leadership that is responsive and accountable.

The cleric further stated that if the people align with Dr Amadi’s mandate, their support should not be taken for granted. He called for renewed commitment toward the development of Ngor Okpala, insisting that the community must experience meaningful progress in the coming election cycle. He also announced plans to intensify civic engagement from the pulpit, stating that discussions on religion and politics would increasingly be integrated at the altar, and that the ministers’ forum would be expanded across communities to advocate for good governance.

Dr Amadi also visited St. Patrick Catholic Church, Mbutu Okohia Umuhu in Ngor Okpala, where he participated in the Deanery Anniversary of the Catholic Churches in the area. Speaking at the event, he described such religious engagements as important platforms for truth-telling and community reflection. He reiterated his concern that Ngor Okpala residents, even within Imo State, often feel marginalised and underserved.

He noted that many of the visible developments in the area had largely come through community-driven efforts rather than structured governmental intervention. According to him, his current political movement is aimed at changing that narrative, with a focus on what he called the “liberation of the people of Ngor Okpala.” He appealed for public support, stressing that achieving meaningful development would require collective effort and increased political participation, including voter registration.

Dr Amadi also disclosed his intention to contest the senatorial seat for Owerri Zone under the Action People’s Party (APP), expressing optimism that a new phase of development was possible for both Ngor Okpala and Imo State at large.

During the church event, he made financial contributions, including ₦500,000 to the choir, ₦10 million to support the deanery, ₦1 million each for the men and women groups, and ₦500,000 for the Reverend Sisters, as part of his support for church activities and community development.

In a separate engagement with the Market Women Organisation, Dr Amadi spoke on the importance of women’s empowerment, noting that societies that neglect women’s contributions are unlikely to experience meaningful progress. He described women as central to community development and economic stability.

He further announced financial support of ₦5 million, along with an additional ₦2 million to be shared among members of the group, as part of his empowerment initiative.

Across all engagements, Dr Chima Matthew Amadi’s message remained consistent: a call for political mobilisation, increased voter participation, and a promise of what he described as a new era of development for Ngor Okpala built on grassroots support and collective action.