Igbo born Joseph Chukwueke, has been elected mayor of the city of Woodlynne, Camden County, New Jersey, United States after defeating his main rival Clyde Cook by a wide margin. We win elections in far away foreign countries but not worthy to rule Nigeria.
Chukwueke was elected as the mayor of the city of Woodlynne in New Jersey, United States on Tuesday, November 5, The News reports.
It should be noted that Woodlynne is a borough in Camden County, the place Chukwueke defeated his main opponent, Clyde Cook.
Before that, he had served as the chairperson for emergency management and also a member of the city council.
His tenure as the mayor of the city will last for three years. We wish him success.
Hearty Congratulations to Hon.Joseph Chukwueke for his election as mayor of the city of Woodlynne, Camden County, New Jersey, United States. The news of your election resonates well with Ndiigbo in diasporas beyond the shores of Nigeria and Africa. At a time when we must face enormous challenges together, your election raises immense hope in the United States and beyond – the hope of a more open USA, characterized by solidarity and strength, that will once again lead the way, with governance principles that a new mayor like Hon. Mayor Chukwueke will bring to New Jersey. Please accept the expression of my highest regards.