Storm Over Uzodimma’s Election Promise Of 4,000 Jobs In Europe, Canada For Imo Youths

Amidst the fervor of the upcoming elections in Imo State, a video featuring Governor Hope Uzodinmma promising 4,000 jobs in Europe to Imo youth has sparked a storm.

In the video, the Governor pledged to secure job opportunities in European and Canadian companies for 4,000 Imo State youths, a promise met with a chorus of cheers from his audience but met with unbelief by netizens.

Governor Hope Uzodinmma said;

“Let me tell you something, I have gone further to negotiate with European Union companies and Canadian Companies. They are sending us special areas of discipline skills which our Youths will also learn. And by December this year, 4,000 of our Youths will be employed in Europe and once the employment letter comes, the Governor will call for your air ticket”.

Commenter @joeurch0147, currently residing in Europe, urged fellow youths to consider staying and improving their homeland rather than seeking opportunities abroad. His comment resonated with many who are frustrated with the perpetual cycle of promises made during election campaigns.

This sentiment was echoed by @templebenson, who aptly labeled the Governor’s statement as just another “election promise,” highlighting the unfortunate reality of political agendas often overshadowing genuine development initiatives.

The comments section painted a stark picture of the public’s perception of politicians’ integrity. @nelsonwhizzy questioned the feasibility of sending Imo State youths abroad when there are pressing issues to be resolved locally, emphasizing the need for job creation within the country. @henry2_32 expressed the frustration of many, wondering why policies to create jobs within the state were not being prioritized.

While skepticism loomed large, there was also a call for action among the youth. @joeurch0147 urged his peers to wake up and actively engage in shaping their own future, rather than relying on empty promises from politicians.

GWG.ng captured some comments from the post below:

@chidollarsezeh:see the governor who is encouraging japa ..since he is part of d failure

@benjaminokoro7:telling them what they want to hear.

@sunnyezeji:New lie

@nelsonwhizzy: So Dey no fit put work for Nigeria abi make 4000 people comot go dey no ga come back population go dey reduce for that small imo.

@frank316:Youths population is now too much in Imo state.

@gkas10: lro of the year.

@official_iyke: chai see failure

@iheonuamobinobis: See mumu youths rejoicing as una governor negotiate with una lives…. Chaaii.

@malaysianking7: Our mumu too much.

@ico100:419, what do you expect.

@obinnakizito146:chai. see the way he’s brain washing the primitive ones.

@benbond87:God abeg take Hope and bring back Davido son

@johnmayor930:this man don’t have a shame, | blamed those people that are shouting

@williamsobayangbo101: Ok Ooo.

@austinelifestyle:This man don’t know anything again to campaign with his just confused.

@joeurch0147: see I’m currently living here in Europe, our youths wake up. is it better to japa or to fix our own home

@templebenson: election promises 4h ago

@prettyxiszis: Did they believe him?

@henry2_32: 419. Instead of you to put policies in place to create jobs for youths in your state. Who did Imo people offend?

As Imo State gears up for the forthcoming election on November 11th, these skeptical voices serve as a reminder that the youth are no longer content with mere rhetoric. They demand tangible actions and sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by their communities. Whether these demands will shape the political landscape remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the youth are no longer willing to accept hollow promises at face value. They are ready for change, and they are watching their leaders closely, holding them accountable for the future they envision.

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