Hundreds of leaders and groups across Nigeria have risen in unison to applaud the appointment of Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State as the Renewed Hope Ambassador by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
They agreed that the president’s choice of Uzodimma for the prestigious role was well made, citing the governor’s proven track record.
From the Association of Local Government Chairmen of Nigeria to the Coalition of Ethnic Nationality Youth Leaders of Nigeria, the Arewa Youth Assembly, South East APC leaders, and top business moguls, the refrain was that the appointment reflected the antecedents of Uzodimma, whom they described as a great asset not only to the APC but to Nigeria.
According to the Ethnic Nationality Youth Leaders, in a congratulatory message to Uzodimma, the appointment represents more than recognition of the governor’s capabilities; it is a testament to his status as an indispensable pillar of the APC.
In the message signed by the Chairman, Mohammed Aminu Danlami, the Coalition declared: “Your collaborative approach, your commitment to harmony, and your dedication to ensuring that the benefits of governance reach every corner of our federation make you uniquely qualified for the assignment.”
They pledged their unwavering support and full cooperation to Uzodimma as he embarks on the assignment, saying all ethnic nationalities would partner with him through the mobilisation of youths across Nigeria.
Similarly, the Arewa Youth Assembly eulogised President Tinubu for choosing Uzodimma to lead the APC’s mobilisation campaign ahead of the 2027 general election.
They described Uzodimma as one of the most distinguished figures in the progressive family, noting that his headship of the Progressive Governors’ Forum has strengthened the APC and enhanced its policy coordination.
“The Arewa Youth Assembly recognises your steady and impactful contributions to the success of the APC, and the new assignment presents another opportunity for you to deepen engagement with citizens, enhance the visibility of government achievements, and promote unity across all geopolitical zones,” the Assembly stated in a letter to Uzodimma signed by its Speaker, Mohammed Salihu.
In his own congratulatory message on behalf of APC members in the South East, the National Vice Chairman of the APC, Dr. Ijeoma Linus Arodiogbu, expressed profound gratitude to President Tinubu for appointing Uzodimma as the Renewed Hope Ambassador.
He said the people of the South East were delighted with the president’s decision, noting that Uzodimma is a leader with sterling performance and capacity who will execute the assignment with diligence.
In their tribute, the Association of Local Government Chairmen of Nigeria (ALGON) described Uzodimma’s appointment as placing a square peg in a square hole.
In the congratulatory message signed by Engr. Ikenna Adikaibe, Chairman of ALGON, Imo State, the local government chairmen pledged their unflinching support to Uzodimma to ensure his success.
Among the top business moguls who have congratulated Uzodimma on his appointment as the Renewed Hope Ambassador are Chief Tony Chukwu, Chief Charles Amadi, and Chief Alex Mbata. They also resolved to work with the governor in the discharge of his new assignment.
