The Women Council hails Rivers lawmaker’s achievements, philanthropy and unifying leadership; Ukalikpe pledges continued loyalty to Wike and promises quality representation.
The Member representing Ahoada East Constituency II in the Rivers State House of Assembly, Sir Hon. Napoleon Ukalikpe, PhD, has reaffirmed his loyalty to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Barr. Nyesom Wike, Unwo Ugbabuzewe Ekpeye Olu I of Ekpeye Nation, while expressing profound gratitude for his fatherly support and political guidance.
Ukalikpe particularly thanked the FCT Minister, who is the leader of the Rainbow Coalition, for the confidence reposed in him and the pivotal role he played in facilitating his nomination to contest the Ahoada East Constituency II seat in the Rivers State House of Assembly.
The lawmaker made this declaration during a courtesy and endorsement visit by the Igbu Orlukor Women Council, where he urged the women to continue supporting and praying for the FCT Minister.
Expressing appreciation to the women for openly identifying with him and endorsing his political aspiration, Ukalikpe assured them that he would not disappoint them, pledging to sustain quality representation, people-oriented leadership and impactful service delivery.
Earlier, the Chairperson of the Igbu Orlukor Women Council, Mrs. Naomi Otishi, explained that the visit was motivated by the strong ancestral bond and umbilical connection between the women of Igbu Orlukor Kingdom and their illustrious son, Hon. Napoleon Ukalikpe.
Mrs. Otishi applauded the lawmaker's achievements, describing his monumental contributions, support for the less privileged and impressive political record within his relatively short time in office as clear evidence of his commitment to the growth and development of Igbu Orlukor Kingdom.
She further described Ukalikpe as a man of simplicity, impeccable character, integrity and peace, adding that his disposition as a pacifier and unifier had earned him the admiration and confidence of the women.
According to her, his performance in office has demonstrated that he possesses the leadership qualities required to consolidate on the gains already recorded and deliver even greater dividends of democracy to the people.
"We are proud, as mothers of Igbu Orlukor Kingdom, to identify with you and endorse you for a second term in the office. Your achievements and unwavering support for our people have given us every reason to stand firmly behind you," Mrs. Otishi declared.
In recognition of his contributions and relationship with the women, the Igbu Orlukor Women Council bestowed on the lawmaker the honorary traditional title of 'Unwo Uduma Nwana', further underscoring their appreciation, confidence and solidarity with their illustrious son.
The endorsement and conferment of the title marked another significant expression of grassroots support for Hon. Ukalikpe as he seeks a second term in the Rivers State House of Assembly.