Why Dr. Ikedi Ohakim Still Matters: A Wake-Up Call for Imo Youths
💬 “Leadership is not about power—it’s about legacy.”
In the political landscape of Imo State, few names stir such passionate debate as Dr. Ikedi Ohakim. For some, he is the visionary who dared to clean up Owerri when it was nearly a slum. For others, he is the governor who created over 10,000 jobs under IROMA and left footprints of good governance despite the political minefields of his time.
As 2027 approaches, it’s time to ask: Does Ohakim still matter? The answer is yes—and here’s why.
🛤️ 1. The “Clean & Green” Revolution Was Real—and Ahead of Its Time
When Dr. Ohakim introduced the Clean and Green Initiative, some laughed. But today, environmental renewal is a national and global development goal. He was years ahead of his peers.
- 🌿 Owerri was named the cleanest capital in Nigeria (2009), thanks to his policies.
- 🌱 Over 500 Imo youths were trained and employed to maintain environmental hygiene.
✅ Reality Check: No subsequent administration sustained that standard of cleanliness.
🧑🏽💼 2. IROMA Was a Job Engine, Not a Political Gimmick
Dr. Ohakim’s Imo Rural Roads Maintenance Agency (IROMA) wasn’t just about patching roads. It created:
- 🔨 10,000+ jobs for unemployed youths.
- 🚧 Empowerment for local engineers, artisans, and machine operators.
This was a bold homegrown solution before "youth empowerment" became a buzzword.
🕊️ 3. The Man Was Lied Against—and Vindicated
In 2011, a now-famous fake news claim involving a Catholic priest painted him in a bad light—costing him reelection. He never fought back with lies. He let the truth speak over time.
- In 2025, the said priest publicly admitted to fabricating the story.
- Ohakim, reflecting on the trauma, revealed he nearly took his life—but instead chose silence and dignity.
🧠 Lesson for Imo Youths: Truth is slow—but indestructible.
🔄 4. He Left Office—and Didn't Loot His Way Back to Power
Unlike some career politicians who never left the corridors of power, Dr. Ohakim:
- Returned to private life.
- Wrote books to educate and reflect (The Marketing Imperative for Rural Industrialization, Pushing the Limits).
- Focused on mentoring younger leaders.
Today, people are asking him to return—not because he is desperate, but because he is different.
🗳️ 5. 2027 Is a Chance for Redemption—and Restoration
Imo is bleeding:
- 💰 Projects are abandoned.
- 🛣️ Roads are broken.
- 🧒🏽 Youths are migrating.
- 😷 Healthcare is failing.
Ohakim’s technocratic mindset and business background are exactly what Imo needs to bounce back.
🧲 Why This Blog Post Matters (and Why You Should Share It)
This is not just a campaign blog. It’s a truth campaign. The goal is to:
- Remind Imolites of what leadership used to look like.
- Spark a conversation around competence, not just party politics.
- Rally young people to engage and own their future.
🎯 “History only repeats itself when we forget its lessons.”
📢 Call to Action
If you believe Imo deserves better in 2027, don’t just read and scroll—do something:
✅ Share this post.
✅ Drop a comment.
✅ Join the movement.
✅ Follow this blog for the next edition: “What They Won’t Tell You About Ohakim’s Vision for Imo’s Economy.”
#OhakimIsBack #Imo2027 #ImoDecides #HopeForImo #LeadershipThatWorks #CleanAndGreenAgain
👇 What Do You Think?
Drop your thoughts in the comments. Let’s revive the conversation about true leadership.
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