Political candidates seeking elective offices in the 2027 general elections in Ebonyi State came under scrutiny at the weekend as the Ohaukwu Youth General Assembly convened an interactive forum where aspirants presented their plans and signed a peace accord committing themselves to violence-free campaigns.
The event, held at Grace Garden and Event Centre in Ohaukwu Local Government Area, brought together candidates contesting various positions, youth leaders, community stakeholders and security agencies in what organisers described as a move to promote peaceful political engagement and accountable leadership ahead of the elections.
Addressing participants, the National President of the Ohaukwu Youth Assembly, Mr Emmanuel Onah, said the forum was designed to provide a platform for youths to engage directly with political aspirants and assess their capacity to deliver effective representation.
According to him, the Assembly remains the first youth organisation to bring together young people from Ezzamgbo, Ngbo, Effium and Ezza-Effium communities under one umbrella.
He said the organisation had worked tirelessly to reduce cult-related activities, drug abuse and youth restiveness in the area, stressing that the peace currently being enjoyed in the local government must not be undermined by political activities.
Onah disclosed that all participating candidates signed a peace accord, pledging to conduct their campaigns peacefully and ensure that their supporters refrain from violence and acts capable of disrupting public order.
“We want a situation where our mothers can sleep with their two eyes closed. We want development, unity, tolerance and peaceful coexistence. That is why we invited all the
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