A dramatic moment unfolded at the inauguration of Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, as a 74-year-old woman, Grace Okafor, presented a live fowl in appreciation of financial support she received from the governor.
The event, held at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, drew a large crowd of dignitaries and residents.
However, Okafor’s gesture that captured widespread attention.
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Arriving in a wheelchair, the elderly woman rose to dance her way toward the podium, clutching a bucket containing the live fowl, as cheers erupted from the audience.
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Okafor, a native of Abatete in Idemili North Local Government Area, said the gift symbolised gratitude for a N100,000 cash support she received from Soludo during a previous engagement in Eziowelle community.
“I came to witness the swearing-in of Gov. Soludo, ‘Oluatuegwu,’ because he gave me N100,000 during an event in my community in Eziowelle,” she said.
“I invested the money in poultry, and this fowl is part of the proceeds. I am here to show my appreciation to him,” she added.
The ceremony was attended by top political figures, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, as well as former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan.
