The member representing Ikwo/Ezza South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. (Comrade) Chinedu Ogah, OON, has commended the Ikwo Noyo Youth Consultative Forum (INYCF) and the people of Ugwueke, Inyimagu Community, Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, for initiating projects aimed at improving access to potable water.
Ogah gave the commendation during the official inauguration and commissioning of two borehole projects executed by the community and INYCF, describing their efforts as examples of community participation in addressing basic developmental needs.
The projects comprise a solar-powered borehole provided by Ugwueke, Inyimagu Community, and a hand-pump borehole constructed by INYCF under the leadership of Dr. Onyechi Nwankwo.
The facilities are expected to improve access to clean water for residents, promote public health and ease the challenges associated with obtaining water for domestic use.
Speaking at the ceremony, Ogah praised the youth organisation for translating its vision into practical interventions that directly benefit the people. He noted that youth participation, community ownership and collective responsibility remained important in complementing government efforts to deliver development at the grassroots.
The federal lawmaker also acknowledged the contributions of community stakeholders and encouraged sustained cooperation among youth organisations, traditional institutions and government authorities to address pressing local needs.
He expressed appreciation to the Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, for what he described as his administration's commitment to youth inclusion and the creation of opportunities for young people to participate in the state's development.
Ogah urged residents to continue engaging with government initiatives, stressing that collaboration between elected representatives, community organisations and citizens could support people-oriented governance and sustainable development.
The lawmaker also commended the Executive Chairman of Ikwo Local Government Area, Hon. Engr. Chidi Carter Nwode, JP, for his participation in grassroots affairs and engagement with the people barely weeks after assuming office.
He further appreciated the dignitaries, community leaders and stakeholders who attended the commissioning, noting that their presence underscored the importance of collective action in advancing community development.
The ceremony brought together political leaders, government officials, women, youths and other stakeholders from Inyimagu Ward II and beyond.
Among those present were the Speaker of the Ebonyi State House of Assembly, represented by Hon. Ebinga Obete Chidi, Councillor representing Inyimagu Ward II; the Ikwo Council Chairman, Hon. Engr. Chidi Carter Nwode, JP, and his Vice Chairman, Hon. (Mrs.) Chinelo Nwambe.
Others included the Member II of the Ebonyi State Local Service Commission, Hon. Monday Nwigbo; the Leader of the Ikwo Legislative Council, Hon. Nkemdiri Nwafor; members of the Ikwo Noyo Consultative Forum; and other community and political stakeholders.
The commissioning of the two borehole projects highlighted the role of community-led initiatives in addressing local infrastructure challenges and improving residents' access to essential services. It also demonstrated how partnerships among youth organisations, community members and public officials can contribute to development at the grassroots.
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