In a stirring endorsement of Enugu East’s new consensus mayor, Hon. Beloved Daniel Anike, former aide to the governor, Hon. Peter Okpara, hailed the decision as a victory for unity and a testament to the leadership of Governor Peter Mbah.

In a release shortly after the announcement of Anike’s selection, Okpara lauded the mayor-elect as God’s chosen one, and a shining example of what can be achieved through collaboration and community support.

Okpara’s message was met with enthusiastic support from Enugu East stakeholders, who praised the mayor-elect’s perseverance and resilience in the face of past political setbacks.

Many saw the election as a turning point for the council, with the new mayor-elect poised to lead the way towards a brighter future for all of Enugu East L.G.

As plans for Anike’s inauguration began to take shape, Okpara’s endorsement added momentum to the anticipation building in the region.

“Hon. Peter Okpara_ (Fmr SA on Legislative Matters)
Increased the best wishes to Hon. Engr Beloved Daniel Anike & the Deputy Hon. Engr. Kingsley Anike* on just concluded local government chairmanship primary held on 14th of August, 2024 at Enugu East L.G. headquarters Nkwo Nike.

Hon. Beloved_* as God’s chosen one against all odds, beside, he has contested then, Enugu State House of Assembly, Local Government Chairman, Enugu East/Isi- Uzo L.G federal constitutuency and Governor Enugu State.

Perhaps, all these days he never knew that God has prepared him to be the incoming Mayor of Enugu East L.G starting from 14th of August, 2024, the day Jesus Christ said to you, Hon. Beloved Dan Anike It is finished John 19:30, Isaiah 40:23, God is in charge.

Finally, I want to appreciates our innovative Governor, His Excellency Dr. Barr. Peter N. Mbah for acknowledging, accepting the consensus candidate cum wishes of Enugu East Stakeholders and all the party faithfuls of Enugu East L.G..

The fact remains that, we have many aspirants who are good as Hon Beloved Dan but God is the king Maker so I urged all the good people of Enugu East L.G to give Hon. Beloved necessary supports in all ramifications including 12 councilor-ship candidates of our great Party(PDP).

Once more congratulations as we await for campaign programs so as to deliver the incoming Mayor of Enugu East and all Councilors on 5th of October, 2024 Local Government chairmanship and councilorship elections..

Thanks and remain blessed…”