Nwa Miss Ukpor Declares for Nnewi North/South Reps Seat, Unveils Agenda for Constituency

By Tony Okafor, Awka

A former Federal Commissioner of the Public Complaints Commission, Obunike Callistus Ohaegbu, has formally declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Nnewi North, Nnewi South and Ekwusigo Federal Constituency under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Speaking at his country home in Ebe, Ukpor, Nnewi South Local Government Area, Ohaegbu—popularly known as “Nwa Miss”—said his decision followed extensive consultations with family members and political associates.

He described the move as “difficult but deliberate,” noting that it was driven by a desire to provide effective representation for the constituency.

Ohaegbu recounted his early life struggles, including losing his father shortly after birth and being raised by his mother, who later became a teacher through the intervention of a community leader.

He said the experience shaped his commitment to community service and people-oriented development.

Highlighting his track record, the aspirant pointed to his tenure at the Public Complaints Commission in the Federal Capital Territory, where he facilitated employment and opportunities for several indigenes of the constituency.

He also referenced his involvement in community development initiatives, particularly through the Odi Mma Ukpor platform.

Setting out his legislative agenda, Ohaegbu emphasised large-scale economic projects over what he described as “token constituency projects.”

His priorities include gas infrastructure development, revitalisation of eastern ports, dredging of the River Niger, and completion of the Port Harcourt–Aba–Enugu–Maiduguri rail line.

According to him, these initiatives would drive industrial growth, create jobs and reposition the South-East economically.

He also drew attention to an existing Federal Government industrial park project in the Akwaehedi/Unubi axis of Nnewi South, expressing confidence that effective representation could transform it into a major employment hub.

Addressing concerns of local traders, Ohaegbu cited a recent interaction at Nkwo Nnewi market, where business owners lamented regulatory challenges and economic hardship.

He pledged to advocate fair policies and stronger protection for traders if elected.

While critiquing current representation in the constituency, he avoided direct condemnation, attributing the shortcomings to systemic issues in leadership selection.

He called for unity among the three local government areas, urging stakeholders to support his bid for the ADC ticket.

Ohaegbu also reaffirmed his loyalty to the ADC leadership, led by David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola, and noted the party’s endorsement of Peter Obi as its preferred presidential candidate in the South-East.

He called for grassroots mobilisation, encouraging supporters to register with the party ahead of the 2027 elections.

“The difference starts with you,” he said, formally launching his campaign under the banner “Nwa Miss 2027.”