Written By Ella Michaels
The National Association of Nigeria Ex & Serving Local Government Legislators Forum held a significant event on June 28, 2025, inaugurating its national and state chapter leadership. This development is crucial for the country's local government system, as the association represents a vast number of past and present councilors from 36 states and 774 local governments.
The inauguration ceremony marks a new chapter in the association's leadership, which may bring fresh perspectives and ideas to local governance. With members from 36 states and 774 local governments, the association has a broad reach and can significantly impact local government policies and development. The association may influence local government legislation, budget allocation, and oversight, ultimately affecting the lives of Nigerians at the grassroots level.
The event featured a lecture series on “National Security, Our Responsibilities in a Renewed Hope” by serving and former members of the National Assembly. The lecture series on national security highlights the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining peace and stability. The event also provides an opportunity for serving and former legislators to share experiences and insights, potentially leading to improved governance and legislation.
As Imo delegates cruised at the event, the key appointments made in Imo State include:
- State Coordinator – Hon. Henry Aguguo, a former councilor from Ohaji Egbema LGA
- National Vice Chairman South – Hon. Ibenjo Chigozie Abana, leader of Njaba Legislative Council
- State Chapter Secretary – Hon. Andy Ifeanyi Maduako, leader of Onuimo Legislative Council
- State Treasurer – Hon. Sir Steven O. Echeta, deputy leader of Ezinihitte Mbaise Legislative Council
The Imo delegates emphasized the conference's focus on the importance of collective responsibility of councilors in ensuring security at the community and ward levels. They commended Governor Hope Uzodimma's leadership for prioritizing peace and security in Imo State. The delegates resolved to promote unity, trust, and harmony among serving and past councilors by working together with the executive arm of local governments. This collaboration aims to foster effective governance and development in Imo State's local government areas.
The association's new leadership is expected to bring about positive change to the local government system. With their broad reach and influence, they can impact local government policies and development, ultimately affecting the lives of Nigerians at the grassroots level.
The event was a resounding success, with dignitaries in attendance, including serving and former members of the National Assembly. The association's commitment to promoting unity, trust, and harmony among its members is evident in its new leadership and their resolve to work together to foster effective governance and development.
The National Association of Nigeria Ex & Serving Local Government Legislators Forum is a significant organization that represents the interests of past and present councilors from 36 states and 774 local governments. The association's new leadership is expected to build on its existing strengths and work towards promoting the welfare of its members and the development of local government areas.
The lecture series on national security is a timely initiative, given the current security challenges facing the country. The association's focus on collective responsibility and shared experiences among serving and former legislators is a positive step towards promoting peace and stability.
The Imo State chapter of the association has a crucial role to play in promoting the welfare of its members and the development of local government areas in the state. With its new leadership, the chapter is expected to work towards fostering effective governance and development in Imo State's local government areas.
The association's commitment to promoting unity, trust, and harmony among its members is evident in its new leadership and their resolve to work together. This collective effort can lead to a brighter future for local government areas, with improved governance, enhanced quality of life, and increased opportunities for residents.
The event was a testament to the association's commitment to promoting the welfare of its members and the development of local government areas. With its new leadership and focus on collective responsibility, the association is poised to make a positive impact on the lives of Nigerians at the grassroots level.
The National Association of Nigeria Ex & Serving Local Government Legislators Forum is a vital organization that plays a crucial role in promoting the welfare of its members and the development of local government areas. The association's new leadership is expected to build on its existing strengths and work towards promoting the interests of its members and the development of local government areas.
The association's focus on national security is a timely initiative, given the current security challenges facing the country. The lecture series on national security provides an opportunity for serving and former legislators to share experiences and insights, potentially leading to improved governance and legislation.
The Imo State chapter of the association has a significant role to play in promoting the welfare of its members and the development of local government areas in the state. With its new leadership, the chapter is expected to work towards fostering effective governance and development in Imo State's
