It’s past 1 a.m., a time when most towns have long surrendered to the quiet of the night. But Omoku, the bustling heart of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA), tells a different story. The streets are alive, bustling with activity under the glow of newly installed solar-powered streetlights. Food vendors are busy serving steaming bowls of soup to late-night customers, while Okada riders weave through the streets, ferrying passengers. The town is thriving—and it’s all thanks to the transformative vision of Hon. Prince Isaac Umejuru.
Just a few months ago, these same streets were cloaked in darkness. Residents hurried home early, wary of accidents and theft. Today, those fears have been replaced by a newfound sense of security and optimism. Under Umejuru’s leadership, the night has become a time for business and camaraderie, with bright streets and clean surroundings setting the tone.
For the Okada riders who navigate the streets, the change has been life-altering. “The difference is clear,” one rider said, flashing a proud smile. “Before, the darkness caused so many accidents, but now, the streetlights have drastically reduced that. We feel safer and can work much later than before.”
Another rider, popularly known as “Honey,” shared his heartfelt appreciation. “I can’t wait to see the chairman and give him a handshake for making life so much easier in Omoku, and all in just three months. He’s truly a leader we’ve been praying for.”
Food vendors, too, are thriving under the brighter skies. Mama Nkechi, who has run her small food stall for years, now stays out late serving customers. “Before this, I would close before 8 p.m. because the streets were dark and unsafe,” she explained. “Now, with these lights, I can stay as late as I want. Business is booming!”
Another vendor, stirring a steaming pot of egusi soup, added, “We owe this to Chairman Prince Umejuru. He didn’t just bring lights; he brought life back to this town.”
Omoku’s streets aren’t just bright—they’re spotless. The Umejuru administration has paired the streetlight initiative with an aggressive sanitation program. Waste bins are regularly cleared, and teams of night workers ensure no litter is left behind. One worker shared how the streetlights have even made their job easier: “Before now, we had to use phone torch lights to see what we were doing, but now, everything is well-lit. It feels like daytime.”
This attention to detail has given Omoku a sense of pride. The once-neglected streets now sparkle with cleanliness and orderliness. Residents are noticing, and the praise is pouring in. “This is leadership at its finest,” said a local trader. “Prince Umejuru isn’t just fixing our roads and lighting our streets—he’s restoring our dignity.”
Even late at night, Omoku feels alive and safe. Elderly residents sit on their verandas, watching the lively streets with joy. “I never thought I’d see this day,” said one elderly woman, beaming as she observed the bustling activity outside her home. “Prince Umejuru has brought light, safety, and life to us. God bless him.”
For Hon. Prince Isaac Umejuru, this transformation is only the beginning. In just three months, he has turned Omoku into a model of what purposeful leadership can achieve. The streetlights and sanitation drive are more than infrastructure projects—they are symbols of hope, progress, and the promise of a better future for all of ONELGA.
As the town continues to glow, both figuratively and literally, residents are reminded daily of what is possible with committed leadership. Omoku shines not only with light but with renewed pride, prosperity, and optimism for the future.