Time to Build a New World 

Being the text of the Acceptance Speech by the Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano on his Re-election as the Governor of Anambra State on Sunday, November 19, 2017

Ndi b’ anyi, ekenem unu

With utmost humility, I stand before you to accept thehistoric mandate you have bestowed on me today!

Umu nnem, the victory we savour today belongs neither to Willie Obiano nor to our great party, APGA. No! This sweet victory belongs to Ndi Anambra!

It belongs to the wheel barrow pushers and the Okada riders who have clearly seen in our recent political experience, a glimmer of light in the horizon.

It belongs to the farmers in Ayamelum, Onono, Ogbaru, Omasi, Omor and Ufuma who have now realized that Agriculture is the future of Nigeria. 

It belongs to the teachers and civil servants who have seen that a motivated workforce is the greatest asset of any government and have rewarded our faith in them with an overwhelming verdict at the polls. 

It belongs to the illustrious sons and daughters of Anambra State who have seen the STAR of this great state rise in the Eastern Skies and have answered our call for Aku luo uno; bringing home their Naira and Dollars to put our dear state on the investment map!

This victory belongs to all of us! Umu nnem, this victory isnot a winner takes it all. For in the New Anambra of my dream, everyone is a winner. Everyone!

So, I reach out a hand of brotherhood to my fellow contestants…Oseloka, Tony, Osita, Godwin and others whose names I cannot easily recall here. And I say to you;my brothers, we have all fought a good fight. But Anambra State is the WINNER! The interest of AnambraState is bigger than the private ambitions of anyone of us.. Therefore, I pray you to join hands with me and build a better place for Ndi Anambra! Our beloved state needs our talent and our time. The time to build a better place is NOW!

Indeed, this victory is a referendum on the solid resolve of Ndi Anambra to rise above average in all we do. We have demonstrated that we are indeed capable of taking charge of our lives and making difficult decisions that will brighten the future of our children. I have no doubt in my mind that we shall continue to lay the building blocks for a prosperous tomorrow for all. 

Ndi Anambra, this mandate is dear to my heart. I see it as a historic call to inspire my people to greatness. I see it as a call to deny myself sleep that my people might sleep better. Umu nnem, I will not give myself rest until our beloved state has fully assumed the status of the model state of Nigeria. This is my promise to you all.

Fellow compatriots, this victory did not come by chance. It is the final product of the combined efforts of brilliant men and women who sacrificed their personal comfort to ensure that Anambra’s steady march to progress is not derailed.

My first and deepest gratitude goes to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President MuhammaduBuhari for proving to Ndi Anambra that under his watch, democracy will sink deeper roots in the Nigerian soil. Mr President promised us a free and fair election. Today, we can all see that he has kept his promise. Thank you so much Mr President!

I must also thank the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting what has been widely adjudged a transparent election in Anambra State. With this election, INEC has shown that it has fully braced up for the 2019 elections. Thank you so much.

I will also not forget the vigilance of the Nigerian Police, the Nigerian Army and other law enforcement agencies whose alertness ensured that the expressed will of the people was not thwarted. Indeed, you have done an incredible job!

To the indefatigable DG of my re-election campaign organization, Chief Victor Umeh, Ibobo Aguleri, Ohamadike! You and the entire Campaign Team have written your names in gold. My immense gratitude goes to every member of APGA, from the Ward Chairman to the members of the National Executive Council; you have made us proud! Chukwu gozie unu nine.

And to all the members of the Anambra State Traditional Rulers Council, all the PGs and members of the various town unions across Anambra State, all the Bishops, Reverend Fathers and Pastors, the members of the organized Labour, the youths of Anambra State, the traders, the farmers, the ordinary men and women who look up to government for a better day, I assure you that my team and I shall never fail you. 

Indeed, Ndi Anambra, on behalf of my capable Deputy, Dr Nkem Okeke, I thank you all for renewing this mandate and I urge you to prepare for the speedy transformation of Anambra State into a prosperous sub-national entity in the next four years.

Umu nnem, we have stepped into our finest hour. We have finally hit the proverbial bend in the river. Our journey into greatness is now assured. We are ready and willing to work with anyone who has something to share that will make Anambra State great. 

We are open to new ideas, new visions of society and a New Hope!

God bless Anambra State

God bless Nigeria

Dalunu

 

Willie Obiano

Governor

 
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lalasticlala

Great..

"So, I reach out a hand of brotherhood to my fellow contestants…Oseloka, Tony, Osita, Godwin and others whose names I cannot easily recall here"..... such as Peter Obi

Cool, despite the presence of Apc led federal criminals and thieves, Apga still won, this is how Apc will be swept away from Nigeria in 2019, useless Apc led federal criminals, thieves, looters and nest of killers

This is how a speech should be.
Send it to Buhari.
Very inspiring.

Acceptance speech? You mean there was erection without leflendom? Igbos, how market?

Nice speech
I hope he does better in his second term in office

Can any thing good cum frm our politicians, thou obiano is more better than entire imo statue

The result is a real technical knockout against all odds.
21/21!!!!!! Really Unbelievable.

Obiano single handedly retired many politicians to their various homes.

Go Willie and make us proud.Before you know it 4 years will be over. What you couldn't do during your ist tenure please try and do it with this opportunity.
Ngeneukwenu,Ipob brothers and those who wished us bad. I can feel your pains and shame. sorry una.

Nice speech. Now back it up with actions

Nice and apt speech I must say. He should have mentioned Ifeanyi Ụba of capital oil, I think that guy played a crucial role to his reelection. In anyway, I'm glad he won and free from godfatherism, at least that should enable him concentrate and do the work that needs to be done without thinking of one godfather to settle with state funds. Indeed godfatherism does not stand a chance in the new Nigeria. God bless us all

Time to work, Sir

Congrats man. My only fear is that the trend in Second tenure of Governorship in Nigeria is to loot and milk the state dey. Jesus take the wheel

Ok

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Free and fair election. Thanks buhari

Willie is working. Nice speech Sir. Just do as you've spoken and get a seat at the senate when you're done making Anambra a great state. God bless you and your team sir

My first and deepest gratitude goes to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President MuhammaduBuhari for proving to Ndi Anambra that under his watch, democracy will sink deeper roots in the Nigerian soil. Mr President promised us a free and fair election. Today, we can all see that he has kept his promise. Thank you so much Mr President!

Good One From Mr. Obiano!

Ofe Nsala crew how market?

pdp is gradually turning to fresh party......... I wonder what Peter obi will be doing now..... �

What a wonderful speech. Very well constructed I must say.

A very nice and inspiring speech. I hope you will abide by it.

IPOB youths how market??

where's that useless Tony in APC nall the apc chest beater. Dem go avoid this thread now lol

Obiano has four hearts in his name while Peter Obi has only one heart in his. 4:1. The result is a clear testimony.

Congratulations Obiano!!!

For me, i truly saw obiano winning from the start cos he's one of those few governors that are delivering their mandates and i have much respect for this man! He has really made Anambra stand out in Southeast. Congrats

Keneking:
Great..

"So, I reach out a hand of brotherhood to my fellow contestants…Oseloka, Tony, Osita, Godwin and others whose names I cannot easily recall here"..... such as Peter Obi

Take easy guy.

python1:
Acceptance speech? You mean there was erection without leflendom? Igbos, how market?

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wonder where d well known son of hate was hiding

bros1234:
This is how a speech should be.
Send it to Buhari.
Very inspiring.

Why not your dad?

AngelicBeing:
Cool, despite the presence of Apc led federal criminals and thieves, Apga still won, this is how Apc will be swept away from Nigeria in 2019, useless Apc led federal criminals, thieves, looters and nest of killers

Tell them bro

Obiono just loss a Statue in Imo State