President Bola Tinubu on Friday congratulated Senator John Azuta-Mbata on his election as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
Azuta-Mbata, who served as a senator for Rivers East from 1999 to 2007, was elected at a meeting of the Pan-Igbo socio-cultural organization held in Enugu.
The announcement was made in a statement by the President’s spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga.
President Tinubu congratulated Ohanaeze Ndigbo on a smooth leadership transition and encouraged the new leaders to build on the legacy of their predecessors.
He emphasized the importance of socio-cultural groups in nation-building and reiterated his commitment to fostering dialogue among Nigeria’s ethnic groups.
Tinubu wished the newly elected President General, Senator John Azuta-Mbata, success in fulfilling the group’s noble and significant responsibilities.
