By Felix Igboanugo
The Anam People’s Assembly Women Wing (APAWOW), Mmiata Anam Chapter, on July 20, paid a courtesy visit to the Mayor of Anambra West Local Government Area (LGA), Hon. Mrs. Edith Nkeiru Ndive, at her country home in Mmiata Anam to celebrate her emergence as mayor, reaffirming the group’s support for her administration.
The delegation, led by the Chapter Coordinator, Lady Mrs. Theresa Nnalue, said the visit was organised to congratulate one of their own on her elevation to office and to express confidence in her leadership.
Mrs. Nnalue commended the mayor’s commitment to public service, expressing optimism that her administration would continue to deliver impactful development, foster unity and improve the welfare of residents across Anambra West.
Responding, Hon. Ndive thanked the women for the honour and solidarity, describing the visit as both encouraging and inspiring, saying their support had strengthened her resolve to serve the people with dedication, transparency and integrity.
The mayor highlighted some achievements of her administration, including road palliative works, the rehabilitation of damaged water facilities, improvements in primary healthcare centres and the implementation of other community focused projects aimed at enhancing the quality of life of residents.
She reaffirmed her commitment to sustainable development, assuring the delegation that women’s empowerment, youth inclusion, quality healthcare, infrastructure development and improved community welfare would remain key priorities of her administration.
Hon. Ndive pledged to sustain collaboration with stakeholders, community based organisations and traditional institutions to promote peace, inclusive governance and sustainable development across Anambra West.
The highpoint of the visit was the presentation of a beautifully framed portrait to the mayor in recognition of her purposeful leadership, selfless service and commitment to the growth and development of Anambra West LGA. Members of APAWOW entertained guests with colourful cultural dance performances.
The visit ended on a celebratory note, with the women reaffirming their unwavering support for the mayor and their commitment to partnering with her administration to advance sustainable development in Anambra West.
Felix Igboanugo is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
