By Douglas Princemola
In a major political event today in Owerri, Imo State, the Imo State Independent Electoral Commission (ISIEC), led by Hon. Charles Ejiogu, has officially declared the results of the local government elections held on September 21, 2024.
During a press briefing at the ISIEC Secretariat on Owerri/Orlu Road, Hon. Ejiogu confirmed a complete sweep by the All Progressives Congress (APC), whose candidates emerged victorious across all 27 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 305 electoral wards in the state.
Ejiogu announced, “All candidates of the APC have been duly elected as Councilors and Executive Council Chairmen, marking an extraordinary triumph for the party in Imo State.”
Below is the list of newly elected Executive Council Chairmen across the 27 LGAs:
- Ngor-Okpala – Chika Ibekwe
- Owerri West – Victor Osigwe
- Ehime Mbano – Chief Uche Nwodu
- Aboh Mbaise – Iheukwumere Alaribe Henry
- Onimo – Emeka Paul Obi
- Owerri Municipal – Chidiebere Emereibe
- Ezinihitte Mbaise – Chinedum Nwachukwu
- Owerri North – Lucky Abaraonye
- Oru West – Ikenna Adikibe
- Njaba – Vitalis Ugo Obi
- Ikeduru – Justice Nzeh
- Mbaitoli – Ifunanya Nwanegwo
- Nwangele – Paul Duru
- Oguta – Ifeanyi Nani
- Orlu – Chris Mbarie
- Osu – Friday Ibakaeme
- Isu – Kenneth Uka
- Nkwere – Emmanuel C.
- Ideato South – Okechukwu Okwara
- Oru East – Nnamdi Okwaraigwe
- Ohaji/Egbema – Marcellinus Amadioha
- Ideato North – Chukwunonso Okwaraeke
- Obowo – Obioma Johnson
- Isiala Mbano – Chika Okoroike
- Ahiazu Mbaise – Larry Obinna Chikwe
- Okigwe – Nkechi Mbonu
- Ihitte Uboma – Obioha Ndukwe
This victory signifies a clear endorsement of the APC’s strategy and dominance, solidifying its grip on local governance throughout Imo State. Securing every local government seat demonstrates not only the party’s overwhelming popularity but also its ability to mobilize and connect with voters at the grassroots level.
The sweeping victory also heightens the party’s responsibility to meet the expectations of the electorate. With such a mandate, the newly elected officials are now tasked with the critical role of driving meaningful development and ensuring impactful governance across all 27 LGAs. The APC’s dominance in these elections positions it as the central force shaping the future political landscape of Imo State, raising the stakes for delivering on its promises and ensuring sustainable progress at the local level. This election result is not only a political win but also a call to action for transformative leadership that addresses the needs and aspirations of the people.
