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Imo APC Releases List of State, LGA, Ward Party Executive Committee Members
By Dan Opara
Following the successful conduct of the Imo State APC Congress held in Owerri, Imo State, on March 3rd, 2026, the leadership of the party has officially released the list of victorious candidates who emerged from the exercise.
The announcement, made on Friday, March 20th, 2026, came 17 days after the Congress, as gathered by ThePressman Newspaper.
According to the released list, Chief Austin Onyedebelu emerged as the Imo State APC Chairman, while Arc. Allen Enwerem was elected as the State Deputy Chairman. Hon. Onyekachi Ibezim secured the position of State Secretary, alongside 33 other members who now constitute the State Party Executive Committee, including Ex-Officio members in Imo State.
In addition, the leadership of the ruling APC across the 27 Local Government Areas of Imo State has also been announced.
The Ward Party Executive Committee Members for the 305 wards are, however, yet to be fully confirmed.
Below is the comprehensive list of the All Progressives Congress State Executive Committee Members for Imo State, including their respective telephone numbers.
ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS
STATE: IMO STATE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
State Chairman, Chief Austin Onyedebelu, 08033101685.
State Deputy Chairman, Arc. Allen Enwerem, 08036301966.
State Secretary, Hon. Onyekachi Ibezim, 08033416291.
State Assistant Secretary, Nzenwa Nwoju, 08037717167.
State Zonal Vice Chairman I, Hon. Frank Onyejiaka, 0803314564.
State Zonal Vice Chairman II, Justice Ogu, 08072079223.
State Zonal Vice Chairman III, Dan Chike Ogu, 08037894168.
State Legal Adviser, Barr. Onyeme Promise, 08061526970.
State Assistant Legal Adviser, Barr. Godwin N. Chukwukere, 08033310076.
State Treasurer, Dr. Ben Uwakem, 08033408703.
State Assistant Treasurer, Emenike Uzo, 08098048483.
State Financial Secretary, Rex Onyemara, 07060608457.
State Assistant Financial Secretary, Engr. Innocent Obidike, 08033288662
State Organizing Secretary, Okey Ezuruike, 08033411574.
State Assistant Organizing Secretary, Mrs. Tina Anya, 08068818358.
State Publicity Secretary, Onwuasoanya FCC Jones, 08064483254.
State Assistant Publicity Secretary, Ambrose Nwogwugwu, 08135047154.
State Welfare Secretary, Chinyere Ofurum Sandra, 08069738781.
State Assistant Welfare Secretary, Cecilia Okafor, 08032462478.
State Auditor, Hon. Dan Ikpeazu, 08033263444.
State Assistant Auditor, Hon. Charles Nnorom, 08164341068.
State Woman Leader, Mrs. Ify Obi, 08060850990.
State Assistant Woman Leader, Mrs. Egondu Ewelike, 08089134418.
State Youth Leader, Hon. Franklin Chukwuemeka, 08097123456.
State Assistant Youth Leader, Hon. Innocent Onwuemenyi.
State Special (PCL), Dr. Samuelson Emehibe, 0803902102.
State Senatorial Youth Leader I, Anele Joseph, 08037794751.
State Senatorial Youth Leader II, Chris Ike, 08036034727.
State Senatorial Youth Leader III, Ifeanyi Nwannenna, 08020988164.
State Senatorial Women Leader I, Mrs. Iheako O. Elizabeth.
State Senatorial Women Leader II, Lady Martina Okere, 08036689003.
State Senatorial Women Leader III, Mrs. Franca Onuoha.
State Ex Officio I, Henry Oguguo, 08035001354.
State Ex Officio II, Hon. Alban Amasiatu, 08060564561.
State Ex Officio III, Chukwuma Onyedindere, 08037756307.
State Ex Officio IV, Chief Monday Ikokwu, 08086803626.
Meanwhile, the leadership structure of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State has been duly constituted, with officials elected across the State, Local Government Area, and Ward levels, reflecting a comprehensive and well-organized party framework.
At the Local Government Area level, notable individuals have emerged as party chairmen in various LGAs.
In Owerri West LGA, Mr. Chikadibia Okpe, was elected as the APC Local Government Chairman.
Similarly, in Orlu LGA, Mr. Ejike Iberame, emerged as the duly elected Party Chairman, while in Oguta LGA, Mr. Obed Onyebuchi, was elected as the APC Chairman, alongside 24 LGA Party Chairmen, to further strengthening the party’s grassroots leadership.
These developments extend across other Local Government Areas and wards, where Party Chairmen and Ward Chairmen have also been elected to provide leadership and coordination at their respective levels.
The successful emergence of party executives at the State, LGA, and Ward levels underscores the APC’s commitment to internal democracy, effective organization, and sustained grassroots mobilization across Imo State.
The release of the list marks a significant step in consolidating the party’s structure across the state, as the newly elected executives are expected to steer the affairs of the APC in Imo State moving forward.
Politics
Tinubu’s Reforms May Be Challenging, but They’ve Boosted Nigeria’s Global Respect — Information Minister Mohammed Idris
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that Nigeria is receiving greater respect internationally under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu.
Speaking on Friday after attending Jumaat prayers at Yahaya Road Mosque in Kaduna, Mr Idris said, “Nigeria is indeed taking its rightful place. The country is respected more than ever before on the international scene. The reforms that the president has instituted, as challenging as they are, are meant for the benefit of all Nigerians.”
He urged Nigerians to stay calm as the government continues its efforts to restore security across the nation. Referring to the recent multiple b%mb att@cks in Maiduguri, Borno State, the minister assured that such incidents would not be allowed to recur.
“Indeed, our country is facing challenges, and the government is working tirelessly to ensure security throughout Nigeria. We have seen what has happened, particularly in Borno State. We pray to Allah to make this the last one, as the government is committed to preventing any repetition of such incidents,” he said.
Mr Idris also stressed the importance of citizens being prayerful and working together to address the country’s challenges. He encouraged both Muslims and non-Muslims to unite in the interest of Nigeria’s growth and development.
“This is a time for reflection for all Nigerians. We pray that everyone will consider this moment and recognize the need for unity, progress, and national development. All hands must be on deck for the unity of the country. As we earn respect internationally, we also hope and pray that unity will strengthen within our nation,” he added.
The National Executive Council, NEC, of the Labour Party has disbanded the Nenadi Usman-led Caretaker Committee, restating its backing for the National Working Committee (NWC) headed by Mr Julius Abure.
This was disclosed in a statement released on Tuesday in Abuja by the Secretary of the NEC Forum, Alhaji Abdulrahim Chindo.
Comprising duly elected state chairmen and secretaries, the NEC reached the decision during a virtual meeting held on March 17, 2026, where members unanimously endorsed the resolutions.
The council further directed the National Chairman, Mr. Julius Abure, to notify the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) accordingly, to enable preparations for party primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections, in line with the electoral body’s schedule.
“The following resolutions were adopted: Following the Tribune publication of March 6, 2026, which called for both virtual and physical NEC meetings, the need for this virtual session became necessary.
“The meeting had in attendance state chairmen and secretaries duly elected on December 6, 2025, alongside other key stakeholders of the party.
“NEC reviewed the operations of the caretaker committee and determined that its activities, from inception, caused significant harm to the party and were carried out unlawfully.
“Consequently, NEC has dissolved the Esther Nenadi Usman Caretaker Committee. The council also reaffirmed its confidence in the National Working Committee led by Barrister Julius Abure, elected at the party’s National Convention on March 27, 2024, and reaffirmed at the NEC meeting held on November 28, 2025, under the supervision of INEC.”
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IMHA : BILL FOR A LAW TO ESTABLISH THE IMO STATE DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY POLYTECHNIC OWERRI PASSES FIRST READING
History was made today, Tuesday, 17/03/2026, on the floor of the Imo State House Of Assembly, during Plenary, as the *”Bill For A Law For The Establishment Of The Imo State Digital Technology Polytechnic, Owerri”,* scaled through First Reading.
The Bill seeks to provide for full-time and part-time courses in Technology and Management, and also to provide for the General Administration of the Polytechnic and Proliferation of Digital Knowledge in the State.
The Bill is Chiefly sponsored by Rt Hon Chief Clinton Amadi, Member Representing Owerri Municipal State Constituency, and cosponsored by sixteen other Honorable Members.
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