Away from the politics of moral outrage that has characterized the epic race for governorship of Anambra state, Chief Sylvester Okonkwo, a gubernatorial candidate in the forthcoming election in the state has pledged to use Information and Communications Technology (ICT) as a springboard for the regeneration of the state.
Okonkwo, astute administrator and technocrat said that technology is a key driver of economic growth over the last two decades, fueling the innovation and entrepreneurship that are crucial to long-term economic development and prosperity.
And as other candidates whirl in garrulous absurdities, Okonkwo, said if elected he will apply technology to regenerate the state neglected for so long.
“Technology is a great enabler of innovation. In areas from education and health care to entrepreneurship and science, technology promotes jobs, builds wealth, and benefits individuals, communities and societies” he said.
The charismatic leader and lawyer of international repute has been involved in many start up ICT firms from EMIS Telecom to Reliance Telecoms and to Chinto Technologies.
A recognized speaker in many international fora, Okonkwo is a visionary leader whose voice has been leading the campaign for better quality of life.
With an unusual keen foresight, he said that Anambra state regarded as the most industrious state in Nigeria deserves the best.
“That is why our campaign is on Return to Glory, because we want to bring back good time to the state” Okonkwo added.
According to him, the wasteful energies that have turned the state into a jungle can be channeled to creating world class software, building some of the best solutions; and motor vehicles.
Anambra state has the lowest poverty rate and has a literacy level of 98 per cent and according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the state ranks third with the highest volume of money in circulation coming after Lagos and Ogun states.
He said “You will agree with me that the state has some of the best brains, I know how we got here and I know how to rebuild our state, which is why am reporting to duty”
“Anambra state is home to great industrialists, entrepreneurs, and craftsmen. We will bring Anambra state back to glory. We must all join hands, Yes, we will” Okonkwo added.
The Anambra state governorship election is scheduled to hold on November 16, 2013.