Osborn Nweze Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has emerged as the new chairman of Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.

The minister’s son contested the local government election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC.

The 28-year-old secured victory after a campaign centred on grassroots mobilisation, economic development and improved local administration.

Shortly after his declaration as winner, Umahi (Jnr) announced that he would not collect salary or allowances throughout his tenure, stating that his decision was motivated by a desire to devote the resources of the local government to development rather than personal financial benefits.

He also promised to prioritise infrastructure, youth empowerment, economic opportunities and improved service delivery across Ohaozara.

The son of the state’s former governor had, during the campaign, presented himself as a representative of a younger generation of politicians, promising to bring private-sector ideas, efficiency and innovation into local government administration.

According to him, it is important to strengthen grassroots governance and address the economic and social challenges confronting residents of the area.