The Enugu North Local Government Area Legislative Council has ushered in a new leadership following the inauguration of 13 councillors by the council chairman, Dr. Ibenaku Harford Onoh, with Hon. Udom Chukwuemeka Emmanuel emerging as Leader of the House.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The inauguration ceremony, held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Enugu North Local Government Secretariat, formally marked the commencement of the councillors’ legislative duties. The council’s Legal Adviser, Barr. Obinna Onuigbo, administered their oaths of office.
Udom, who represents Ogbete West Ward Six, Coal Camp, emerged as Leader of the Legislative Council, while Hon. Nnamani Ifeanyichukwu Monday, representing Ihewuzhi Ward Three, was named Deputy Leader.
Other principal officers include Hon. Orji Sebastine Chukwuebuka, representing Iva Valley Ward 12, as Majority Leader; Hon. Ifeoma Onwuasoanya of New Haven Ward 10 as Deputy Majority Leader; Hon. Ozokwor Vera of GRA Ward Seven as Chief Whip; and Hon. Virginia Chidera of Chinatown Ward Nine as Deputy Chief Whip.
Speaking at the ceremony, Onoh charged the newly inaugurated councillors to remain accountable to their constituents, prioritise the needs of their respective communities and promote grassroots development through effective representation.
He urged the lawmakers to discharge their responsibilities in line with Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah’s Tomorrow Is Here vision, stressing the importance of responsive leadership and people-oriented governance at the local government level.
In his acceptance remarks, Udom expressed gratitude to Almighty God for the opportunity to serve the people of Enugu North and commended Governor Mbah for creating opportunities for young people to participate in governance and public service.
The new legislative leader also appreciated Onoh for his leadership, mentorship and confidence, pledging to justify the trust placed in him through dedicated service.
Udom called on his colleagues to build on the foundation laid by the immediate past councillors, foster unity within the House and work collectively to advance the interests of their constituents.
He emphasised that cooperation, responsible legislative engagement and a commitment to public welfare would be essential to the effective discharge of the council’s responsibilities.
The inauguration was attended by the Deputy Chairman of Enugu North Local Government Area, Hon. Echezona Ugwu; the Secretary to the Local Government, Dr. Chukwuemeka Aroh; the Enugu North APC Chairman, Hon. Ernest Onuoha; the immediate past Leader of the Legislative Council; former councillors; and other party stakeholders.
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