A progeny of Late Okwa Christopher Enuenweosu, the foremost Ndokwa Commissioner for Finance of old Bendel State in mid 70s, and an Advocate of Anioma State creation, Chief Ifeanyi Kingsley Enuenwosu (aka Sen. Rich Kay), has swiftly reacted to naysayers over the chances of Anioma State creation.
In a rejoinder to the article tagged “My Prophecy Came Too Soon” by one of Ndokwa’s academic finests, Professior Steve Agwo Okecha, Enuenweosu who is an advocate of Anioma State Progess and Unity posited that in every generation, voices arise, some to illuminate the path of progress, others to cast shadows over the aspirations of the people. “Prof. Steve Agwo Okecha, in his recent publication has chosen the latter path. Yet, history reminds us that when a man mistakes pessimism for wisdom, he often becomes a prophet only to himself”, the Anioma Advocate remarks.
Enuenweosu further posits that long-standing bitterness cannot be mistaken and misconstrued as foresight, and that cynicism is not prophecy.
He although conceded that Prof. Okecha is indeed a garment of intellectual superiority, reminding us repeatedly of his “exposure” and ability to “read the rules of the game, but contrast that real education is not demonstrated through condescension, but measured by service, contribution, and a demonstrable legacy.
Speaking further, Enuenweosu posits that Ndokwa Nation has not felt the impact of the abundant exposure from her people in the school of thoughts, but criticism and bitterness against well-meaning people and leader.
He reveals that it is no secret that the Professor’s displeasure grows as Senator Ned Nwoko continues to rise, delivering tangible contributions, initiating national conversations, and spearheading a historic push for Anioma State. “When a man who has done little sees another doing much, bitterness becomes his philosophy.”: Enuenweosu enthused.
He submitted that Senator Ned Nwoko has done what countless commentators and armchair critics have failed to do for decades, placed Anioma State Creation at the centre of national discourse, secured endorsements, mobilized the people, and set the foundation for a referendum, adding that no amount of intellectual disdain can extinguish the light.
As a charge to his people, Enuenweosu urged that no one no matter their academic title, be allowed to mislead the people into despair, nor convince the people that striving for progress is chasing shadows.
