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Bende 2027: Political Heavyweights, Grassroots Leaders, and Ward Stakeholders Unite in Igbere to Endorse Dr. Chima Desmond Anyaso for House of Rep., Cite Competence, Equity, and Proven Capacity as Key Drivers
Leaders cutting across political, governmental, and community structures in Bende Federal Constituency have rallied in a strong show of unity to endorse Dr. Chima Desmond Anyaso for the House of Representatives seat ahead of the forthcoming elections, collectively urging him to step into the race.
The high-powered endorsement took place during a well-attended stakeholders’ meeting in Igbere, which drew a broad spectrum of influential figures, including government appointees, political stakeholders, and representatives from all 13 wards within the constituency. The gathering reflected a growing consensus among key players on the need for purposeful and result-oriented representation at the federal level.
Setting the tone for the meeting, the Abia State Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Cliff Agbaeze, FCIB, formally presented Anyaso to the stakeholders, emphasizing that the call for his candidacy stems from his established track record and the deep trust he has built among the people. He underscored the pressing need for credible leadership in the constituency, one anchored on a clear, people-focused development agenda capable of addressing local challenges and unlocking new opportunities.
Voices from the Ikwuesii Bloc, represented by prominent stakeholders such as Mrs. Ezinne Onyeabor, Dr. Pascal Kalu, and Dr. Kenneth Chikezie, aligned firmly with this position, describing Anyaso as a tested and capable figure with the capacity to deliver effective representation and attract meaningful development to Bende.
In the same vein, stakeholders from the Umunna Bloc, including Dr. Mrs. Chinyere Thomas, Chief Emeka Kalu, and Mr. Peter Ekekwe, acknowledged Anyaso’s longstanding contributions to the growth and advancement of the constituency. They reaffirmed their readiness to mobilize support across communities to ensure the realization of his candidacy.
Adding another political dimension to the gathering, the member representing Bende North State Constituency, Hon. Nnamdi Ibekwe, used the platform to seek continued backing for his re-election while openly throwing his weight behind Anyaso’s aspiration for the federal legislative seat, signaling alignment among key political actors within the constituency.
Also addressing the stakeholders, the Special Adviser to the Abia State Governor on Political Affairs, Hon. Iheanacho Obioma (CHOMEN), commended the unity displayed by leaders and constituents alike. He stressed the importance of sustaining cohesion and collective purpose as a foundation for achieving both political success and developmental progress in the area.
Responding to the overwhelming endorsement, Dr. Chima Desmond Anyaso expressed deep appreciation to the leaders and stakeholders for the confidence reposed in him. He highlighted the importance of fairness and balance in the political arrangement of the constituency, pointing to the need for rotational representation. He noted that with the Ikwuesii Bloc having previously occupied the seat, it is equitable for the Umunna Bloc to produce the next representative.
Anyaso assured the gathering of his commitment to delivering quality, people-centered representation if elected, pledging to justify the trust placed in him through impactful legislative service and sustained engagement with constituents.
The meeting further attracted an array of top government functionaries and political figures, including the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Enoch Ogbonnaya Uche; Federal Commissioner at the Federal Character Commission, High Chief Victor Ikeji; Deputy Chief of Staff to the Deputy Governor, Barr. Chijioke Nwankwo; Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Ferdinand Ekeoma; and the Mayor of Bende LGA, Deacon Bassey Uwabunkonye, among others, underscoring the weight and significance of the endorsement within the political landscape of Bende Feder
al Constituency.