By Onuchukwu Hamilton
The emergence of Engr.Ike kemka as the Action Peoples’ Party (APP )candidate for Nkwerre, Isu, Njaba and Nwangele Federal constituency represents more than a routine Political declaration. It connotes a trajectory movement for a visionary, people -oriented and transformational leadership in Njaba Federal constituency. Engr kemka is a professional engineer who divinely arrived at a time when ; distinct skills are needed to tackle pressing issues in energy, infrastructure and technology. Engr kemka has emerged at a time when Nigerians are requesting for expertise in the technical and infrastructural laws. As the society advances into fields likes artificial intelligence ( AI) biotechnology and cyber security, Professional Engineers like Engr. Ike kemka will go to the Green Chambers and cut through technical hype to make informed legacy investments for Nigerians.
One of the strongest positive implications of having Engr. Ike kemka as the APP candidate, lies in his extensive grassroots acceptance and organic socio -political structures that spread across Njaba, Isu, Nwangele and Nkwerre communities. His widespread support cutting across party lines demonstrates an uncommon political capacity, rooted in trust, consistency and interpersonal connection with the masses. The convergence of Youths, women, community leaders and party faithfuls around his aspiration, reflects a collective belief that his leadership can tightly unify the Njaba Federal constituency toward a common developmental purpose. His kinsmen attest that he is a man of remarkable character, a firm disciplinarian with unwavering faith in God and boundless love for humanity. He is the primus inter paers ( first among equal) because of his exemplary leadership, long term commitment to the development of his rural communities, charity and contributions to the both Christiandom and the traditional institution . As a convincing inference , it would be recalled that as a private entrepreneur, Engr. Kemka Ike single handedly financed and built the Rev. Father’s house in St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church Nnerim, Ndugba,, initiated and financed the total completion of two functional borehole projects in his community, without any assistance from elsewhere. He funded the renovation of the Nnerim Community Town Primary School when the structures suddenly collapsed. Due to his passion and love for the traditional institution, he donated a brand new Mercedes jeep to the revered and prestigious traditional ruler of his community. Having noticed his genuine determination to rebuild Isu, Njaba, Nkwerre and Nwangele Federal constituency on a platform of love, care, togetherness and generosity, his people have no choice than to endorse him as the most suitable personality to represent them at the National Assembly.
There is no doubt, that a legislator with engineering backgrounds , often look at practical, rather than simple philosophical ways to address issues. ” What you learn with the engineering approach, is logical problem solving using facts. This is why the Isu/Njaba/ Nwagele/Nkwerre Federal constituents have unanimously endorsed a man who will not deploy rhetorics on them but a practical personality like Engr. kemka who can evidently legislate on projects and interventions that will respond directly to the needs of his federal constituency.
Before accepting the Peoples’ request for him to come and serve at the Federal House Rep, the issue of infrastructure and public utilities were his major gift them. Financing household businesses, brought relief to various communities and prioritize education as central to a long term vision.
Engr. kemka is professionally trained for public safety, failure -mode analysis and the maximization of efficiency, which helps to prevent bureaucratic waste and protect overruns. He is uniquely equipped to draft proactive legislation regarding emerging highly technical fields.
Biblically speaking, Proverbs 29 : 2 declares ” When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice,”
Moreover, the historical reality that no lawmaker has consistently retained the seat back to back in Isu- Njaba Federal constituency, reflects the peoples’ enduring search for impactful representation. This historical pattern suggests the politically conscious electorates , unwilling to reward underperformance .
In Conclusion, the good people of Isu, Njaba, Nkwerre and Nwangele Federal constituency endorsed Hon Engr. kemka Ike because he is one, who sees his position as an opportunity to provide services to his people, shoulder their burdens. He is optimistically coming into the Green Chambers with a clear-cut manifesto; which is to deliver the dividends of democracy, initiate bills and programs to reduce the rate of unemployment, boast the infrastructure standard through the oversight functions. He has come to amplify the voice of Njaba Federal constituency where they need to speak, fight his people, where there is a battle to be won.
