By Chinazaekpere Chinwendu
ABIA |January 13, 2026 —
Former Abia governorship candidate, International business man and founder of the OAU foundation, Hon. Onyekwere Akym Uche (OAU), has continued to earn widespread commendation across Abia North, particularly in Isiukwuato Local Government Area, for his consistent humanitarian interventions and people centred approach to leadership.
Residents and beneficiaries describe his actions as a lifeline to many families, noting that his compassion driven initiatives have restored hope and dignity to the vulnerable, especially in the area of education.
Central to this growing admiration is the Hon. Onyekwere Akym Uche Educational Scholarship Program, which has supported numerous indigent students to pursue their academic dreams. Beneficiaries say the initiative has gone beyond easing financial burdens, providing mentorship, encouragement, and moral guidance that have positively shaped their lives. For many families, the scholarship program represents a rare opportunity to break the cycle of poverty through education.
One of the beneficiaries, Onyekachi Chiemela Marvelous, a 200 level Law student of the University of Calabar from Amaba Community in Isiukwuato LGA, publicly expressed deep gratitude to Hon. Akym Uche, describing him as a second father.
According to the student, Hon. Akym’s timely interventions at critical moments of his academic journey transformed obstacles into stepping stones and instilled values of discipline, confidence, and purpose that will endure beyond the classroom.
Community leaders and residents of Isiukwuato have joined in praising OAU’s humanitarian record, describing him as a leader whose actions consistently match his words. Many noted that his interventions are not driven by political seasons but by a genuine concern for humanity and long term human capital development. They say his visible impact in education, youth empowerment, and social support has set him apart as a compassionate and dependable leader.
During community interactions, residents offered prayers for Onyekwere Akym Uche, asking God to grant him strength, wisdom, and protection as he continues his service to humanity. They urged him not to relent in his good works, stressing that his consistency has earned him the trust and affection of the people. According to them, his interventions have touched nearly every corner of Isiukwuato and extended across Abia North.
The people of Abia North in their numbers echoed “Akym Di Anyi Mkpa,” meaning Akym is important to us, to underscore the depth of grassroots support he enjoys. They described him as a leader who understands the struggles of ordinary people and responds with empathy and practical solutions, rather than empty promises.
Supporters have said that Hon. Onyekwere Akym Uche’s humanitarian track record speaks louder than political rhetoric. For them, his sustained commitment to uplifting lives, empowering youths through education, and standing with the needy affirms him as a leader whose passion for service remains deeply rooted in the wellbeing of the people.
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