YPP deputy governorship candidate, Uzu Okagbue, raises fresh alarm over insecurity in Anambra

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By Madu Obi

The deputy governorship candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) for the November 8 Anambra State election, Uzu Okagbue, has raised fresh concerns about insecurity in the state.

Okagbue spoke when he joined residents of Umudioka and Ogidi to celebrate the cultural festivals of Mkpikpa and Nwafor.

“Let us be honest with ourselves: the enduring beauty of our culture is being dimmed by the pressing failures of governance.

At the heart of this is insecurity, an evil that has not only shattered lives, but also crippled our economy and cast fear over even the most sacred communal celebrations.

There are signs of subdued enthusiasm, reduced crowds, shorter processions, and the visible caution among elders as tell-tale signs of a state held hostage by fear.

This is precisely why Sir Paul Chukwuma and I are not just committed to politics, but are committed to purpose. A core plank of our vision is the restoration of security across Anambra—not for show, not for applause, but so our communities can breathe again."

According to him, "Anambra does not lack potential, it suffers from misdirection. We must fix leadership. We must restore safety.

The night may be long, but morning is coming. A new dawn is possible, and real, shared, sustainable joy is coming".

Okagbue, who described the festivals as a vivid reminder of the people’s heritage and resilience, however, lamented that the vibrancy of the events was tempered by a growing climate of fear fueled by insecurity across the state.