The Constitutional lawyer and human rights advocate, Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani, SAN, was the chief guest of honour when the Oboro Community in the United Kingdom hosted him to a lively get together with all the features of a Town Hall session during his visit to London for the graduation ceremony of his daughter.



Oboro, one of the foremost clans in Ikwuano LGA, Abia State, has consistently demonstrated strong interest in the progress and development of every administration in the State. The interactive session in Hallows Town, Essex county, South London provided a platform for meaningful discussions on the political and developmental trajectory of both Ikwuano LG and Abia State in general.



A central theme of the evening was the overwhelming admiration for the remarkable developmental strides of the present administration under His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR. The diasporan Nigerians expressed enthusiasm about contributing to the continuity of good governance in Abia State. They pledged both moral and logistical support toward the re-election of Gov Otti in 2027.



The community, however, appealed for equitable distribution of infrastructural projects across Ikwuano. They specifically requested the construction and rehabilitation of the following:


Okwe Ukwu/Umuesen  link Road to Olori and Isiala Oboro-Olori Road.



The equally canvassed for basic infrastructure for Obunta Community, described as one of the most neglected areas in Ikwuano LG


They further highlighted the plight of Ibere Clan, which continues to suffer from severe erosion, poor road networks, and inadequate educational facilities, while noting that the clan is yet to produce a member of the Abia State House of Assembly since the creation of the State.


The forum featured a lively question-and-answer session on governance and public policy in Abia State. One recurring concern was the state of security, as many attendees expressed interest in returning home to invest.


Responding, Dr. Ubani reassured them that Abia State remains one of the safest States in the South-East region, and indeed the country. He commended the proactive collaboration between village vigilante groups, conventional security agencies, and the Abia State Homeland Security outfit, all of which have benefited from consistent government support. He urged the community to invest in their home State, describing Abia as the “new destination of choice for both local and foreign investors.”


The evening ended on a joyous note, marked by music, dance, and sumptuous delicacies.


Notable attendees included Emeka Anyanwu, (Okwe); Kingsley Otti, (Okwe);  Eze Onwukwe,  (Amaba); Oge Ngadi, (Ikwueke);  Chief(Mrs)  Maureen Agada, (Ugbuebilla) married to Chief Ezeji Agada of Mbaise); Mrs. Uloma Okoro, (née Ukazu, Nnono;  and Chinyere Ujah, (Ugbuebilla).


The event was described by participants as “a night to remember.”

Hallows Town is located in Essex County, South London, United Kingdom.