Ugwuaji community stakeholders have rallied behind the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Enugu North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Nelson Maduka Arum, endorsing his 2027 House of Representatives ambition and promising political support.
The endorsement followed a solidarity visit to the candidate on Wednesday, November 12, 2026, by a delegation led by Hon. Darlington Agwu.
A press statement issued by Uchenna Igboeme, Director of Media and Communications and Spokesperson to Maduka Arum, said the stakeholders expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the incumbent federal lawmaker, insisting that Ugwuaji needed more accessible, accountable and responsive representation.
The statement quoted one of the stakeholders, Mr. Joe, as recounting how Maduka Arum once intervened in a personal matter that he believed could have led to his unjust imprisonment.
He said the candidate’s intervention, despite their lack of prior personal relationship, demonstrated compassion and concern for others.
The delegation also faulted the APC over what it described as poor representation and worsening economic hardship, declaring its readiness to support the NDC and its candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.
In his response, Maduka Arum described the endorsement as particularly meaningful because of the longstanding relationship between him and the community.
He promised to maintain an open-door relationship with the people and support legitimate efforts to resolve outstanding land disputes in Ugwuaji through dialogue and peaceful engagement.
The candidate also called on the stakeholders to remain politically active, protect their votes and ensure that their electoral decisions are respected.
He expressed confidence in Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as presidential candidates, saying their leadership aspirations would complement his legislative agenda if elected.
The candidate reiterated his commitment to constituency-focused representation built around accountability, consultation, peacebuilding and the collective interests of the people.
