From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri
Chinedu Nsofor, former Special Assistant to the late Ohanaeze Ndigbo President General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu has declared for Anambra South senatorial seat.
Nsofor who is also the National Coordinator of the Igbo Heroes Foundation (IHF) has promised to replicate the good gestures of the late Igbo leader in his constituency if elected.
Addressing newsmen in Owerri, Nsofor who is vying under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vowed to effectively represent his constituency, sponsoring meaningful bills that will improve their standard of living and reforms capable of enhancing economic development.
He said “It is with profound humility and unwavering faith in God i rise today to declare my intention to serve as Senator for Anambra South Senatorial District. Inspired by God’s leading “Divine Intervention” . I step forward to harness our collective blessings, talents, and resources for the resurgence of our land and people.
“What makes me the most suitable candidate for the Anambra South Senatorial seat is not just my experience, but my proven capacity to deliver results. With a vast network of national and international partners, and a practical record of grassroots transformation, I am uniquely positioned to turn Anambra South into a center of innovation, industrialization, and youth empowerment.
“From education reform to building social enterprises and coordinating global partnerships, I have demonstrated the kind of visionary, competent, and community-rooted leadership that Anambra South deserves.
“I represent a new generation of effective, responsive, and transformative representation one that is youthful, prepared, globally connected, and deeply committed to the prosperity of Igbo land”.
Highliting some of his manifestos ,He said “I Will Sponsor A Bill On Community Needs Assessment & Development Act.
I envision a Nigeria where every community’s voice counts. Through this bill, I will initiate a nationwide grassroots needs assessment, beginning with the 110 communities of Anambra South.
“We will identify problems from within, craft solutions from the people, and implement through a National Community Solutions Fund. Our communities will not be forgotten they will become the model for community-driven development across Nigeria.
Nsofor also harped on prioritising health,education and infrastructural development among others .
He hails from Ekwusigo Local Government Area in Anambra State, born ,a committed public servant, seasoned technocrat, an International development expert, a grassroots/community development expert.
Over the years, he has served in several strategic national and international roles, including as the MD/CEO of the Work While in School Group, Country Director of RapidHeal International (Malaysia HQ), and Programmes Director of Asia Pacific Sports International.