The Nkanu East Legislative Council has been inaugurated, with Hon. Theresa Nwatu emerging as Leader and Rev. Felix Okoye sworn in as Local Government Secretary.
The Nkanu East Legislative Council in Enugu State has been formally inaugurated following a proclamation by the Executive Chairman of the local government, paving the way for legislative business by 14 councillors representing the various wards.
Following the inauguration, an election was conducted to select the principal officers of the council, with Hon. Theresa Nwatu emerging as Leader. Other principal officers were also elected to their respective positions.
The new leadership is expected to uphold democratic principles, promote accountability and ensure effective representation of residents across the local government area.
The inauguration marks the beginning of the councillors’ legislative responsibilities, including addressing community concerns and supporting policies aimed at improving grassroots development.
In a related development, Hon. Rev. Felix Okoye was sworn in as the Local Government Secretary.
His swearing-in is expected to strengthen the administrative structure of the council and support the implementation of programmes and policies across Nkanu East.
The occasion also featured a meeting with outgoing councillors, who pledged to guide and support their successors as they assume their legislative responsibilities.
The outgoing councillors also reaffirmed their support for the re-election of Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, citing his leadership and development agenda for the state.
The Executive Chairman, Hon. Mike Ogbuekwe expressed readiness to work with the newly inaugurated Legislative Council and the administrative team to advance the local government’s development priorities.
Key areas identified include infrastructure, agriculture, human capital development and security.
The administration emphasised the importance of collaboration between the executive and legislative arms, alongside accountability and a shared commitment to public service.
It said the goal remained to strengthen grassroots governance and improve the welfare of residents across Nkanu East.
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