For Kelechi Benwosely, service has shaped much of her life’s work. Through pastoral leadership, public service and community engagement, she has built a path centred on faith, social support and grassroots involvement.
A native of Okigwe North, Benwosely has spent years working with women, young people and families through church programmes and community initiatives. These experiences now form the foundation of her decision to seek public office ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“My journey has always been about service, serving God, serving people, and standing in the gap for communities in need. Today, I am stepping forward to expand that service through responsible and accountable representation for the people of Okigwe North.”
Benwosely serves as a Group Pastor at Powercity International in Port Harcourt. In that role, she leads programmes focused on spiritual mentorship, youth guidance and outreach within communities. Her work within the church often connects faith with everyday concerns facing families and young people.
Alongside her pastoral responsibilities, she works with the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Her experience at the commission has provided exposure to government processes related to development projects, infrastructure planning and institutional oversight.
Through her work at the NDDC, she has observed how federal programmes affect local communities and how institutions respond to development needs. The experience has shaped her understanding of governance structures and the implementation of public initiatives.
Outside formal institutions, Benwosely has also been involved in community support efforts. These include the construction of access roads in some communities, the installation of street lighting in underserved areas and empowerment programmes designed to support residents and small business owners.
Her initiatives have also included financial support, skills training and welfare assistance aimed at helping women and young people build stable livelihoods.
Benwosely is the founder of Women on Mission for Peace and Humanity, an organisation that runs programmes focused on women’s empowerment, youth engagement and peace advocacy. Through outreach programmes and welfare support, the organisation works with families and community groups across different locations.
As part of its activities, the organisation provides material support, organises empowerment programmes and promotes initiatives aimed at strengthening families and encouraging social stability.
Benwosely has also declared her intention to contest the House of Representatives seat for Okigwe North Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections.
“Leadership begins with listening. Before policies are drafted and promises are made, we must understand the lived realities of our people. This campaign will be built on conversation, collaboration, and community. Okigwe North deserves representation that is visible, accessible, and accountable. I am offering myself to serve with integrity, humility, and courage. Together, we can build a future defined by opportunity, inclusion, and progress.”
She noted that her decision to run is driven by a sense of responsibility to extend her work in service to a broader platform.
