Peter Obi Hails Emeka Nnadi’s after Canada Named A Park After Him, Emphas
Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has praised Emeka Nnadi, a Canadian-based Nigerian architect and community leader, for his remarkable contributions to community development in Canada.
According to Obi, he was inspired by Nnadi’s story, which led to a community park being named after him in Winnipeg’s Bridgwater, Canada. Nnadi’s achievements in developing the Bridgwater area are notable, having transformed 600 hectares of farmland into thriving neighborhoods with thousands of homes.
Obi reiterated his belief in the importance of committed leadership for national development, stating that it is crucial for building a productive nation that harnesses the skills and energy of its youths. He emphasized that with the right leadership, Nigeria has the potential to become a prosperous nation, leveraging the diverse talents and energy of its youth.
Obi a former governor of Anambra State congratulated Nnadi on his well-deserved recognition, acknowledging his outstanding contribution to community development in Canada. Obi encouraged Nnadi and other Nigerians in the diaspora to continue being ambassadors of Nigeria, contributing to its growth and development, and helping to build a better future for the country.
See full Statement below:
“I recently read an inspiring story about a Canadian-based Nigerian, renowned architect and community leader, Emeka Nnadi, who had a community park named after him in Winnipeg’s Bridgwater, Canada, due to his immense contributions to community development and societal growth.
“According to reports, the renowned Nigerian architect helped to develop the Bridgwater area, by transforming what in 2006 was roughly 600 hectares of provincially owned farmland into multiple neighbourhoods with thousands of homes.”
“This is why I have consistently maintained that committed leadership, which will build a productive nation for our teeming youths, remains critical for national development. With the very diverse array of skills, talents and energy among the youths, we have all it takes to position our dear nation on the path of development, given the right leadership.”
“I congratulate Emeka Nnadi for his outstanding contribution to community development in Canada, which earned him this recognition. I encourage him, and other Nigerians in the diaspora, to remain good ambassadors of our dear nation, and continue to contribute to our national development, as we build the New Nigeria which is possible.” – Peter Obi (PO)
