Justice Udo Nwaigwe (Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman, Georgia, candidate 2024)

Justice Udo Nwaigwe

Republican Party

Candidate, Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 21, 2024

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Air Force

Years of service

2003 - 2005

Personal

Birthplace

Houston, Texas

Religion

Christian

Profession

Consultant

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Justice Udo Nwaigwe (Republican Party) ran for election to the Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman in Georgia. He was on the ballot in the Republican primary on May 21, 2024.

Nwaigwe completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Justice Udo Nwaigwe provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on May 1, 2024:

• Birth date: August 18, 1984
• Birth place: Houston, Texas
• Military service: United States Air Force, 2003-2005
• Gender: Male
• Religion: Christian
• Profession: Consultant
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Justice for ALL, of Gwinnett!
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Elections

General election

General election for Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman

Incumbent Nicole Love Hendrickson and John Sabic ran in the general election for Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Nicole Love Hendrickson (D)
		John Sabic (R)

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman

Incumbent Nicole Love Hendrickson and Donna McLeod ran in the Democratic primary for Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman on May 21, 2024.

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	Submit photo	Nicole Love Hendrickson
	Submit photo	Donna McLeod

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman

Justice Udo Nwaigwe and John Sabic ran in the Republican primary for Gwinnett County Commissioner Board Chairman on May 21, 2024.

		Candidate
		Justice Udo Nwaigwe
		John Sabic

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Justice Udo Nwaigwe completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Nwaigwe's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A US Air Force Veteran, Husband of 12 years, Father of 4, and a Business Executive. Justice has almost 2 decades of experience in the financial services industry where he has led large teams and managed over 3 billion in total assets. He brings real world experience of balancing budgets, creating efficiency, and leadership of accountability. Justice has spent countless hours volunteering in the community from youth sports coach, Habitat for humanity, being on the board of the Atlanta fire rescue foundation, and the list goes on. He is more than qualified to bring real positive change for the people.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I will use my expertise to cut wasteful spending, prioritize funding on programs that benefit our citizens, balance the budget, and lower the property tax burden for our citizens.
• I will actively involve constituents and promote an informed decision-making process for a transparent, accountable, and responsive government.
• Ensuring public safety is paramount. Gwinnett must combat violent crimes, gangs, and lawlessness, prioritizing investments for public safety. I'm committed to upholding law and order.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I want to protect the current residents who have built their lives, invested in our community, and are raising their families in Gwinnett. Government is supposed to listen to the people and respond to their needs. Currently we have a government that does not appear to listen and has their own agenda of subsidized housing funded by tax payers, prioritizing apartments, and with no desire to get the police/sheriff's departments to full capacity. I'm here to stop this and reinstall a small local government that's actually for the people.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

This Chair position approves the budget for the entire county, which impacts all of the one million plus residents. The Chair also holds the capacity to meet with other important bodies (school boards, Sheriff, tax assessor, etc) that has meaningful impact on the lives of all citizens of the county.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My Father and David Goggins. They both have a story of coming from nothing, having high odds against them, tenacity, achieving the American dream through hard work and sacrifice.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Patriots toolbox.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, honor, genuine care for people. Being fair, consistent, and using common sense to not overcomplicate simple things. Always keep the people first.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Mild temperament, common sense problem solving, and building high performing teams.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Keep the government out of the people's way and minimize how much tax dollars are taken in. The local government should make things easy for business owners and citizens of the county to get things done.

What legacy would you like to leave?

The Legacy of the county coming together unifed focused on long-term sustainability.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

First major historical event I remember that really stands out was Bill Clinton's impeachment.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I started door to door sales when I was 11 years old. My family was dirt poor and I had this job for almost a year to supplement family income.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Cant Hurt Me. It's about resilience, sacrifice, hard work, and commitment all to become the best you.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Go the distance by Antonio Jones

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Homelessness and poverty when I was a child.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Budget and spending! That's what the average voter does not realize.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No. Quite the opposite actually. The person who takes this seat should have fresh perspective from outside of politics.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Ability to bring groups and individuals together on common grounds.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Gwinnett Forum, David Clark, Clint Dixon, Timothy Barr, Matthew Holtkamp

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Financial transparency and government accountability are two key things I'm passionate about. Government should openly share their finances, and have the people's support in any sort of spending. If and when any agencies or government officials are not handling their responsibility, they must be held accountable by the people and the government.

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