[dropcap]T[/dropcap]o describe Dr Ide Tony Nwaka, in a single piece, could be herculean. You will need to juggle the brain because he is a man of many parts, and you might not know from where to begin! But like a popular axiom says, a day begins a story.
A lot has been said, written and, perhaps, recorded about this enigmatic personage that has become a household name across Delta State, Nigeria and even other parts of the world. There is unarguably no part of the country that his name does not ring a bell as a Nigerian famous writer because he has written lots of book.
I had my first encounter with Dr Ide Tony Nwaka in 2003, during an assignment at Aniocha South Local Government Area Council in Ogwashi-Uku, the local government headquarters. when he was the Executive Chairman of Aniocha South Local Government Area at the time, and when he eventually addressed us (Publishers) at the event, his personality revealed a man with an admirable mien – a friendly, unassuming, modest, and quintessential gentleman.
As time passed, I saw a man richly endowed with the spirit of making others happy by giving and not getting tired. That was how he warmed his way into the hearts of Aniocha people and became a household name, personifying philanthropism. How do I further describe him? A completely detribalized Nigerian and a social crusader, who means different things to different people.
The flair and panache with which he combines and joggles all his demanding responsibilities, is a testimony to his nimble faculties and alert mind. But, Dr Nwaka is however, a man who never rests on his oars.
I found him, a man who appears not to take life too serious, jokes about everything, yet very principled, humane and sometimes, unpredictable.His passion for the welfare of the youths, plight of the down trodden as well as the wellbeing of the people around his environs is second to none.
As the journey towards 2023 continues to unfold, the political system has unveiled the faces of key players that would dominate the politics of Nigeria in a post-2023 era but Dr Ide Tony Nwaka is the most competent person at this moment to represent Aniocha/ Oshimili at the Federal House of Representative come 2023.
One illustrious son of Aniocha who has decided to throw his hat into the ring to serve the people of Aniocha/ Oshimili in the lower chambers of the National Assembly is Dr Ide Tony Nwaka. Here is an individual, who is determined and well groomed to take the centre stage in order to bring the needed quality leadership and stewardship on behalf of the good people of Aniocha/ Oshimili. Leadership is all about the people. Representation is all about service. And when you want to serve the people, it is strategic to locate a man who would be humble enough to be of service to the people, not the biggest man in the community who would be there to lord it on the people. Tony Nwaka truly fits the bill as a man of inimitable wealth but totally humble and devoted to serving the people without asking for anything in return.
Ide is an uncommon politician with the right conviction to dare the impossible and make things work for our people. He has touched lives in all the local government areas of Delta North mostly in Aniocha/Oshimili and such persons are in the APC, PDP and other political parties. That is the kind of man that would be in the House of Representative to represent the people of Aniocha/Oshimili in 2023 so that all could benefit from his representation irrespective of the political party. Dr Ide Tony Nwaka has provided scholarships to a countless number of persons across Delta state for those in primary, secondary and tertiary institutions. He has trained and equip women and youths in livelihood skills, like tailoring, hairdressing, welding, computer education, catering and other skills.
As remarked by other writers, Ide Tony Nwaka would not be going to the Federal House of Representative to make wealth or amass crude wealth for self and family. He is contented in life and simply needs a platform to serve his people better. He would bring changes to the office and invest much credibility in the rating of Aniocha/ Oshimili before the world. His humane, temperate and well-groomed candour stands him out as the finest gentleman to assume the Aniocha/ Oshimili seat in the Lower Chambers. He is a remarkable achiever who by dint of hard work and dedication, rose to the pinnacle of his career as a Public policy consultant and novelist. Ph.D (Political and Social History). His forthrightness, hue, sagacity and dedication to the Anioma course epitomizes the kind of leader the people of Aniocha/ Oshimili need to voice their concerns at the Lower chambers.
Having Ide Nwaka as our Lower Chambers Representative for Aniocha/ Oshimili will surely give the people a voice that would stimulate socio-cultural and political renaissance as well as a sense of belonging and ultimately, peace, unity, progress and development. He will not be garrulous or grandstand over anything but will be an effective representative who will mirror the pains and expectations of the common man in his political undertakings.
Nwaka is one honest achiever to the core that should not be traded for any politician who would be in Abuja to play politics with our common heritage. He has maintained fidelity to his political vision and He will pursue his duties and responsibilities with diligence, candour, and maturity.The people of Aniocha/ Oshimili will rally round and support APC House Of Representative candidate, Dr Ide Tony Nwaka because he represents light and certainly the best man for the job come 2023.