The socio-economic development of any country or state is dependent on the quality of its leader. A bad leader hinders development, but a good leader lifts a state from the dungeon of penury, economic quagmire and backwardness, unto greatness.
Ebonyi state has been blessed with His Excellency, Rt Hon Chief Francis Nwifuru as her Governor; a visionary leader who has the interest of the people at heart. His actions since assumption of office as the governor of Ebonyi state is a pointer to the fact that he came prepared to transform the state. In less than two weeks in office as Governor, he lifted the ban on employment to recruit 195 Healthcare workers in order to ensure Ebonyians get the best of healthcare services. As a youthful Governor who understands that youths are the pillars of the society, he went on to demonstrate it in the appointments he has made so far.
Like the biblical note of the righteous man on the throne, Ebonyians have been expressing joy with Governor Nwifuru as their leader, a man who knows the job and is steering well, the affairs of the state.
According to an American scholar, Warren Gamaliel Bennis, “leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality”, and Rt. Hon. Chief Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, a visionary leader who during his electioneering tours, had assured Ebonyi people of engaging professionals and the best brains in his government to run the state, has stopped at nothing in matching these words with actions.
On 13th day of June, 2023, the news on the appointment of Comrade Oguzor Offia-Nwali as Honourable Commissioner by Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi state broke; commendations trailed this appointment. Different media platforms have been agog as Ebonyians especially the youths have been discussing and celebrating the appointment, given that Comrade Oguzor is a man of the people and a youth with great influence and capacity, who is not only loved by many but also bears the burden of too many.
Comrade Oguzor Offia-Nwali JP is a quintessential leader and a man of great political sagacity. He’s a man of justice, a king of the youths, an inspirer and a mobilizer. His generosity, jollity, humility, steadfastness and sociopolitical mien are some of his classic traits that has endeared him to many. He is a succour giver and has been a source of joy to many around him.
Born on the 2nd day of August, 1986 into the noble family of a founding father of Ebonyi state, Late Senator (Chief) Dr. Offia Nwali of Amajim Ameka in Ezza South Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The young Oguzor attended Community Primary School, Ameka, between 1992 and 1998, and Community Secondary School, Amajim Ameka, between 1998 and 2004. He proceeded to Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki where he bagged Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) between 2004 and 2011.
Comrade Oguzor Offia-Nwali until his appointment was a Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, Federal Hospital, Gwarinpa, Abuja. He is the President/Founder of Ebonyi Startup Nation; Founder, Ishiozo Humanitarian Foundation; BOT Chairman, Ezza Like-Minds Club; member, Abakaliki Golf Club; and member, Rotary Club of Abakaliki South District 9140. He has served as the State Coordinator, Coalition of APC Support and the Buhari Grassroot Link Movement; Youth Secretary, Amajim Ameka, Ezza South, 2005–2006; and Caretaker Committee Chairman, Ebonyi State University Alumni Association, 2012 to 2013.
As an undergraduate, Comrade Oguzor participated actively in student politics, serving in many positions leading to his election as the President, National Association of Ebonyi State Students (NAESS), 2008–2010.
As a youth with high level of consciousness and commitment to nation building, Comrade Oguzor Offia-Nwali participated in International Youth Summit, Abuja in 2011; Youth Alliance on Constitution Review (YACOR) Conference, Abuja, 2013; International Youth Summit Ebonyi, Nigeria, 2014; West African Youth Conference, Liberia in 2016.
As a professional, Comrade Oguzor is a member of Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMSLN); member, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN); Fellow, Institute of Management Consultant, FIMC;
Fellow, Institute of Management Specialist, FISM; and Fellow, Institute of Strategic Entrepreneurs.
Suffice it to say, that the appointment of Comrade Oguzor Offia-Nwali as Honourable Commissioner is a round peg in a round hole, given his wealth of knowledge, youthfulness and excellent performances in the positions he has held in the past. Ebonyians are so happy with Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru for appointing a vibrant youth with leadership ingenuity in the person of Comrade Oguzor Offia-Nwali to be part of the decision making body in the State Executive Council. The people are confident of the ability of Comrade Oguzor to deliver excellently as an Honourable Commissioner and make great inputs for the growth and development of Ebonyi state.
Having been screened successfully by the state assembly, Comrade Oguzor Offia-Nwali JP shall be sworn in as Honourable Commissioner in Ebonyi state, tomorrow, 20th day of June, 2023 at the State Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Ochudo Centenary City, Abakaliki.
With this development, it is apt to say that this is the beginning of greater things to come to Ebonyians through the able leadership of Governor Francis Ogbonnaya Nwifuru, as he would be hugely and roundly supported by the pragmatic Oguzor for the good of all.
