YPP Committed to Restoring Security,Reviving Business in Anambra – Okagbue

Deputy Governorship Candidate of the Young Progressive Party Uzu Okagbue sharing pleasantry during a festival at Umudioka

Uzu Okagbue, Deputy Governorship Candidate of the Young Progressive Party (YPP) in the upcoming Anambra gubernatorial election, has reiterated the party’s core mission to restore security and revive normal economic activities across the state.

Speaking during the vibrant Mkpikpa and Nwafor festivals in the Umudioka and Ogidi communities over the weekend, Okagbue emphasized that he and the YPP Governorship Candidate, Sir Paul Chukwuma, are driven not by political theatrics or applause, but by a deep, shared commitment to public service.

“Our mission is clear,” “We are not in this race for showmanship. We are here to serve to restore security and enable our communities to breathe freely once again.” Okagbue said. 

He reflected on the cultural significance of the festivals and what they reveal about the enduring spirit of Anambra, even in the face of adversity:

“Today, I had the profound honour of joining my brothers and neighbours in Umudioka and Ogidi as both communities marked the cherished Mkpikpa and Nwafor festivals. It wasn’t merely a celebration it was a vivid reminder of who we are, a people steeped in heritage, resilience, and pride.”he addedd.

Okagbue painted a picture of cultural richness juxtaposed with insecurity-induced caution:

“Every venue I visited radiated with the richness of our culture our dances, our language, our masquerades, and the indomitable spirit of community. It was beautiful. It was refreshing. Yet beneath the joy, there was a quiet tension. You could see it in the eyes of the elders, in the reduced crowds, in the shortened processions subtle but telling signs of a state held hostage by fear.”he said .

He condemned the failure of governance that has allowed insecurity to flourish and acknowledged its far-reaching consequences:

“Let us be honest with ourselves: the enduring beauty of our culture is being dimmed by the persistent failures of leadership. At the heart of it lies insecurity an evil that has shattered lives, paralyzed businesses, stifled our social vitality, and cast a shadow over even the most sacred communal traditions.”je added .

Okagbue stressed that the YPP’s vision for Anambra is not just political it is moral, strategic, and urgent:

“This is precisely why Sir Paul and I are not just committed to politics; we are committed to purpose. A central pillar of our vision is the restoration of security not for show, not for applause, but to rebuild the foundations of our society.”

“We want our festivals to flourish without fear. We want our communities to open their doors to the world and proudly showcase the cultural wealth of Mkpikpa, Nwafor, Elimede, Ofala, and Igu Aro—beyond the banks of the Niger and across continents.”he addedd.

He further criticized the current state leadership for its failure to harness Anambra’s vast potential:

“Anambra does not lack potential it suffers from misdirection. We must fix our leadership. We must restore safety. Only then can we unlock the economic, cultural, and human potential of this great state.”Okagbue said .

Okagbue however drop a message of hope to Ndi Anambra:“To our people, I say this: hold on. Do not give up on our homeland. The night may be long, but morning is coming. A new dawn is not only possible it is within reach. And with it, a future filled with real, shared, and sustainable joy.”