Press Release
From CUPP
3rd August 2020


Eminent Nigerians, Opposition leaders, activists send in congratulatory, Solidarity & commendation messages as Opposition Spokesperson Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere Turns 38yrs(Aug 3rd 2020)

.Obasanjo, Atiku , Former VP Sierra Leone , Secondus, Saraki, Wike, Ugwuanyi,Peter Obi, Ihedioha,Kwankwaso, Ebonyi Deputy Gov, Timi Frank, Deji Adeyanju congratulate Opposition Coalition (CUPP) Spokesperson Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere as he turns 38, describe him as a fearless champion for democracy.

As the Spokesperson of Nigeria Opposition Coalition (Coalition of United Political Parties CUPP), Barr Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere turns 38 on August 3rd, the Opposition Coalition Secretariat has received numerous felicitations, commendations, solidarity and appreciation messages which have poured in from several eminent Nigerians, opposition leaders in the country and across Africa celebrating him.

The Elder Statesmen and Opposition Leaders including Former President of Nigeria, His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Nigeria's Former Vice President and opposition leader, His Excellency Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Sierra Leone Opposition Leader, Former Vice President and Presidential Candidate Alhaji Sam Sumana, Chairman PDP Governors Forum and Sokoto State Governor, His Excellency Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, PDP National Chairman Uche Secondus, Former Senate President, Distinguished Senator Dr. Bukola Saraki, Former Anambra State Governor/Former Vice Presidential Candidate Peter Obi, Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Nyesom Wike, Governor of Enugu state Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, Former Governor of Imo State Rt. Hon Emeka Ihedioha, Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Ebonyi State Deputy Governor Eric Kelechi Igwe, Former APC Deputy Spokesperson and respected activist Timi Frank, Comrade Deji Adeyanju, Action Peoples Party members across the country, and many others, extolled Ugochinyere, variously described him as a fearless champion for democracy.

In separate messages, the politicians and eminent leaders lauded Ikenga Ugochinyere's
commitment to the work for a greater, united, prosperous and accountability-driven nation.

They said Ikenga is a great, fearless and courageous leader, and a strong advocate and pillar of democracy and rule of law.

They also commended him for his achievements so far as a human rights activist, political and governance reforms advocate, Spokesperson of Nigeria's Opposition coalition, CUPP, and as National Chairman of one of Nigeria's 18 registered political parties.

The opposition leaders said, ''Ikenga's track record from onset has shown how passionate he is in the democratic struggle.

At a young age he has proven that youths can make an impact in the society and let their voices be heard. Ikenga is a man worthy of emulation.

From his days as a Student leader and President of National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), he has always spoken up for the youths and the voiceless, he has always ensured to use every leadership position available to him to speak up for the citizens.

As the Spokesperson of Opposition Coalition CUPP, he put his life on the line to fight for a desirable democratic Nigeria.

He has put the ruling government on its toes, through his several intelligent discoveries, mass protests and so on.

''He has, within a few years, turned out to be a great Spokesperson for the Opposition Coalition in Nigeria".

''His fight for the masses clearly did not go down well with the Executive arm of government, which led to his facing intimidation, persecution and harassments in the hand of President Muhammadu Buhari led government.

However, it is quite admirable that regardless of the adversities, with several people doing everything to weaken his resolve, consistency and commitment to the struggle to defend our democracy that is facing so many challenges, Ugochinyere has remained resilient and still has an uncompromising stance while facing the so many attacks".

Chieftains of the Opposition particularly Atiku Abubakar, Uche Secondus,Peter Obi, Gov.Wike, Aminu Tambuwal, Kwankwaso, Ihedioha in their separate messages praised Ikenga for the courageous work he has done for the opposition and while passing a confidence vote on him as a strong and dependable Opposition Voice, urged the entire Opposition family to continue to give him support till 2023 when the opposition will score a major victory.

He is a fighter that have given us hope-Obasanjo

''As he celebrates his 38th birthday, we pray that God will continue to give you divine health, wisdom, grace and courage to continue the good work for a better society.''

"As the National Chairman of Action Peoples Party and Spokesperson of the Nigeria Opposition Coalition CUPP, you have held the flag of young people flying high and shown that Nigeran youths can take up high positions of responsibility and leadership" Obasanjo personally wrote in his letter.

Atiku Celebrates Ugochinyere, Says he's worthy of Emulation

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in his congratulatory message to Ugochinyere which he also personally signed, described his struggle to defend our democracy as worthy of emulation.

Atiku said, ''It gives me great pleasure to join your family, friends and numerous well-wishers to felicitate with you as you celebrate your 38th birthday on 3rd August 2020. I wish to appreciate your steadfast commitment to the struggle for a better democratic governance and accountability In Nigeria even at great personal risk. The passion you have brought into your engagements and the consistency and unwavering devotion that you have demonstrated in the struggle to defend our democracy is worthy of emulation, especially by the youths. Thank you for your commitment to a better Nigeria.''

''On behalf of my family. I pray that the Almighty God will give you the grace and courage to continue to add to the towering accomplishments that you have already accumulated over such a relatively short period of life. May your sun never dim.''

*The Nigerian Opposition Family is proud of his commitment and consistency-Kelechi Igwe Ebonyi deputy Gov.*

Also, the Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Eric Kelechi Igwe, in his message said, ''I wish to most sincerely rejoice with a worthy son, friend and colleague, Barr. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, Spokesperson of the Nigeria Opposition Coalition (CUPP) / National Chairman of Action Peoples Party APP on the occasion of his 38th birthday anniversary.''

''Ikenga, as you clock 38, I wish to salute your courage at insisting that politics is played according to democratic ethos and principles in Nigeria. Through your resolve and commitment, leaders entrusted with the mandate of the people have remained transparent and accountable.':

''As a political activist, Igbos and indeed entire Nigerians will continue to celebrate your consistency at restoring political stability especially now the country is confronted with a lot of political tribulations which has become a threat to the peace and unity of Nigeria. May the Almighty God continue to give you the grace, wisdom and courage to strengthen our democracy as I encourage Nigerian youths to emulate your patriotic spirit in the interest of our country. Once again, I wish you happy birthday.''

*He is a rising National Asset-CACOBAG*

Coalition Against Corruption and Bad Governance, CACOBAG, through its convener, Comrade Alhaji Raheem Toyin, said "Ikenga remains a an exemplary shining light for his generation and a great example of what consistency in opposition should be".

Congratulatory messages have continued to pour in from all walks of life to celebrate one of Africa's most consistent and vocal opposition spokespersons.

Happy 38th, our dear Ikenga.

Signed:
Comrade Mark Adebayo
Co-Spokesperson, CUPP.
Abuja 3rd August 2020

Source: https://ngg.ng/top-politicians-celebrates-cupp-spokesperson-ikenga-ugochinyere-on-his-birthday/

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