- Says he revived Ahiajoku, advanced electricity in Imo
The former Governor of Imo State and ex- Deputy Speaker of House of Reps, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, has denied involvement with the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), neither does he own any share in the company as speculated in the quarters by some mischief makers.
Ihedioha, in a statement he signed and issued to the media on Wednesday, hinted that as a Governor, he championed efforts to improve power supply in the state, a move he said gained more currency with the establishment of Imo State Power and Rural Electrification Agency (IPOREA).
He also mentioned that he revived Ahiajoku Lecture Series with the intent to advance the cultural heritage of the Igbo race.
“My attention has been drawn to baseless and completely unfounded allegations suggesting that I, as the purported “owner” of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company EEDC, am sabotaging the ongoing Imo State Power Project. Let me state firmly and unequivocally that these claims are false. I do not own EEDC in any form, whether whole or part, beneficial or nominal. I am not on its board, I hold no shares and do not participate in or influence its corporate decisions in any way. Those peddling these narratives are relying on fiction, not fact.
“Notably, I acknowledge and commend the current Imo State Government for its ongoing power initiatives.
“Any genuine effort to expand energy access, strengthen infrastructure and improve the wellbeing of our people deserves encouragement. As Governor, I championed this same vision when I established the Imo State Power and Rural Electrification Agency (IPOREA), the first dedicated institutional framework created to advance electricity development in the state.
“It was established to provide stability, coordination and long-term structure for power solutions in Imo. I remain proud of that foundation and I welcome any progressive steps taken today that align with the goal of a more prosperous and energy secure Imo.
“In the spirit of continuity and cultural advancement, I am pleased to recall that I revived the renowned Ahiajoku Lecture Series during my administration after nearly a decade of dormancy.
“Ahiajoku represents the intellectual soul of our people and its preservation is essential to our cultural identity. I am therefore delighted that the current administration has also reinstated the program, reinforcing a pedigree that enriches Imo’s traditional and academic heritage.
“My commitment to the development of Imo State, its institutions, its people and its future remains unwavering. I will continue to support any initiative that strengthens our state, uplifts our citizens and promotes progress grounded in truth, integrity and vision”, Ihedioha stressed.
