The Senate Deputy Chief Whip, Onyekachi Nwebonyi has expressed delight at the progress made by the Eternal Brothers Club, the social club he belongs in Abakaliki.
By Chukwuemeka Opara
The Senate Deputy Chief Whip, Onyekachi Nwebonyi has expressed delight at the progress made by the Eternal Brothers Club, the social club he belongs in Abakaliki.
Nwebonyi (APC–Ebonyi North) made the commendation on Wednesday when a delegation of the club paid him a courtesy visit at his countryhome Mbeke Ishieke, Ebonyi Local Government Areas of Ebonyi State.
The senate deputy chief whip said that the achievements recorded by the club within few years of formation were “astonishing and heart-warming”.
“I am a founding member of the club and we felt it was just an avenue to merry and convivial.
“The present leadership has, however, transformed it beyond expectations with an advancement never witnessed before,” he said.
Nwebonyi said that he would continue supporting the club in appreciation to the giant strides it has recorded.
“I ensured the construction of the road traversing the council headquarters and will ensure more constructions in the Obama area of Abakaliki, where it is sited.
“The construction of the club’s headquarters will attract rapid development in the area and I will significantly support its completion,” he said.
He urged the club to continue being agent of change and development in the society considering the avalanche of personalities in its fold.
The President of the club, Mr Charles Akpu-enika thanked Nwebonyi for the reception, describing him as a worthy ambassador of the club.
“We follow your activities at senate and can describe you as the best brain from Ebonyi.
“Every time you make presentations at the senate floor and it is televised, Nigerians see intellect and capacity that make Ebonyi people proud of you,” he said.
The immediate past Ebonyi commissioner for youth development and sports said that the club had recorded impressive milestones which distinguished it from others in the state.
“From a humble beginning, we presently have more than 170 members made up of distinguished individuals in politics, business, academia among other sectors.
“Work on the club’s headquarters is progressing steadily and we are optimistic of its inauguration in 2026.
“Your supports to us have been tremendous and we urge you not to relent,” he said.(NAN)(www nannews.ng)