The Mayor of Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State, Hon. Oluchukwu John Ilogbenu, has inaugurated the Fifth Legislative Council, with Rt. Hon. Valentine Mbadugha of Nnokwa Ward emerging as its Leader.
Addressing the newly inaugurated councillors, the lawmaker representing Idemili-South Constituency, Barrister Ebuka Igwe urged them to discharge their responsibilities with maturity, accountability and a strong sense of duty.
Drawing from his legislative experience, Igwe emphasised effective representation, constructive engagement and a cordial working relationship between the legislative and executive arms of the local government.
He charged the councillors to protect the interests of their respective wards and ensure that their decisions contribute to the overall development of Idemili South.
Also speaking, the Head of Local Government Affairs, Comrade Victor Orji, congratulated the councillors and urged them to perform their legislative duties diligently, responsibly and in the best interests of the people they represent.
In his remarks, Mayor Ilogbenu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to grassroots development and effective service delivery, calling on the legislative council to work collaboratively with the executive arm, promote unity and prioritise initiatives that address the needs and aspirations of residents.
He noted that the actualisation of his administration’s Idemili South Rising vision depends on responsible leadership, purposeful representation and cooperation among the various arms of government.
In his acceptance speech, the newly elected Leader, Rt. Hon. Valentine Mbadugha, expressed appreciation to the mayor for his leadership and commitment to the development of Idemili South. He urged his colleagues to uphold the dignity of the legislative institution, maintain high standards of conduct and ensure effective representation of their constituents.
Mbadugha also thanked the dignitaries, friends and well-wishers who attended the ceremony, assuring residents that the Fifth Legislative Council would remain committed to its responsibilities and strive to meet the expectations of the people.
The principal officers of the newly inaugurated Legislative Council are:
Rt. Hon. Valentine Mbadugha (Leader, Nnokwa Ward). Hon. Mrs. Esther Ayinofu (Deputy Leader, Oba Ward II). Hon. Chisom Okpala (Majority Leader, Nnobi Ward I), Hon. Onyeka Nwokafor (Deputy Majority Leader, Akwu-Ukwu Ward). Hon. Obi Ngige (Chief Whip, Alor Ward I). Hon. Ikechukwu Ilechukwu (Deputy Whip, Ojoto Ward).
The inauguration attracted political leaders and key stakeholders, including the APGA candidate for Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Ikenna Iyiegbu; the Head of Local Government Affairs, Comrade Victor Orji; the Clerk of the Legislative Council, Sir Clems Ezedinachi; and the immediate past Leader of the Council, Hon. Ernest Ezeunyim.
The Deputy Mayor, Hon. Mrs. Ifeyinwa Ejiofor, was also in attendance.
