Josef Onoh: The Leadership Enugu Needs To Unlock The Renewed Hope Agenda In 2027 By Adeboye Adebayo

ONN Enugu 25.09.2025

Josef Onoh: The Leadership Enugu Needs To Unlock The Renewed Hope Agenda In 2027 By Adeboye Adebayo.

As Enugu prepares for the 2027 governorship election, one question dominates public discourse: who can move the state beyond stagnation into real growth and prosperity? The answer lies in finding a leader who combines integrity, competence, empathy, and national relevance. That leader is Josef Onoh, a man whose track record, character, and political alignment uniquely position him to unlock President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for the great benefit of Enugu people.

Nigeria’s current transformation under President Tinubu rests on the pillars of job creation, infrastructure renewal, agricultural expansion, inclusivity, and security.

But for these policies to translate into tangible progress at the state level, Enugu requires a governor who is not only visionary but also aligned with Abuja.

Onoh is that bridge. As a key voice and spokesperson for Tinubu’s 2023 campaign in the Southeast, Onoh has demonstrated loyalty and deep understanding of the Renewed Hope philosophy. In 2027, his governorship would guarantee Enugu a strong handshake with the federal government, ensuring the state is not left behind in the unfolding national renaissance.

Josef Onoh’s public service journey is marked by boldness and accountability.

As Chairman of the Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority (ECTDA), he enforced the state’s master plan, restored order to the capital, and revived abandoned projects.

Earlier, as a legislator, he chaired the Finance and Appropriation Committee, where he championed fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Unlike politicians who thrive on populist rhetoric, Onoh has consistently chosen the harder path of enforcing rules, insisting on accountability, and protecting public interest. This aligns directly with Tinubu’s vision of prudent governance and efficient use of resources.

One of the loudest criticisms of recent governance in Enugu has been heavy-handed policies, demolitions, market displacements, and projects implemented without adequate consultation or compensation. While Onoh has shown firmness in regulation, his psychology background and people-oriented approach distinguish him.

He represents a leadership model that balances law with empathy, growth with inclusivity, and reform with fairness. In this sense, he mirrors President Tinubu’s approach of coupling tough reforms with social investments to cushion citizens.

Under Onoh, Enugu would be strategically positioned to benefit maximally from federal programs:

Infrastructure Renewal: Partnering with Abuja to expand road, rail, and power networks that connect Enugu to wider markets.

Agricultural Transformation: Leveraging federal agro-initiatives to unlock Enugu’s fertile belts for mechanized farming, agro-processing, and food security.

Digital Economy & Youth Empowerment: Creating hubs that plug into the federal drive for innovation, technology, and job creation.

Security Collaboration: Deepening coordination with federal security agencies to tackle crime and restore peace in rural and urban areas.

With Onoh’s close ties to the Tinubu administration, Enugu will enjoy privileged access to these national opportunities.

At the heart of Onoh’s leadership ethos is integrity. He has cultivated a reputation for zero tolerance for corruption and frivolity.

In an era when citizens demand transparency, Onoh’s clean record stands as a guarantee that public funds will be safeguarded and applied where they matter most; roads, schools, hospitals, jobs, and community empowerment.

Governance in 2027 will not be about isolationist politics but about building coalitions, attracting investment, and negotiating effectively with the federal centre.

Onoh’s blend of grassroots appeal, state legislative experience, regulatory courage, and national political involvement makes him uniquely suited to deliver.

He embodies both local credibility and national relevance; a rare combination that Enugu cannot afford to miss.

Enugu stands at a crossroads. The choice before its people is stark, continue with the status quo of missed opportunities, or embrace a new era of collaboration, integrity, and prosperity.

With Josef Onoh as governor, Enugu will not only benefit from visionary leadership at home but also connect seamlessly to the Renewed Hope Agenda driving progress at the federal level. He is the candidate who can replicate Tinubu’s reform spirit, collaborate with Abuja, and translate national policies into local prosperity.

In 2027, the people of Enugu deserve nothing less than a leader who can dream, deliver, and connect. That leader is Josef Onoh, the leadership Enugu needs to unlock the Renewed Hope Agenda.

*_Comrade Adeboye Adebayo Who Is A Lead Advocate Of Tinubu Renewed Hope Agenda, Was A Spokesman, APC, Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council in Abuja_*