By Charity Ejiofor
Aguata Local Government Area has concluded its 2026 Local Government Service Week, joining other councils in Anambra in activities to recognise the contributions of local government workers to grassroots development and effective service delivery.
The statewide celebration, which featured activities across the 21 local government areas, climaxed on Nov. 12, with cultural displays, skills demonstrations and agricultural exhibitions.
In Aguata, the celebration featured a road walk, speech presentations and a drama performance by the Department of Agriculture titled “Aka Aja Aja N’Ebute Onu Mmanu Mmanu,” at the Conference Hall of the local government secretariat.
Speaking at the event, the Mayor of Aguata, Hon. Kingsley Ezeagu, said the celebration provided an opportunity to recognise and appreciate the contributions of local government workers to the development of the area.
He urged the workers to sustain their commitment, professionalism and dedication to duty, noting that their contributions were essential to effective service delivery and grassroots development.
Ezeagu commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo for initiatives aimed at improving workers’ welfare, particularly through the Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA).
He said improved welfare would encourage workers to remain committed to their responsibilities and enhance service delivery.
The mayor assured the workers that his administration would continue to prioritise their welfare, stressing that a motivated workforce was essential to effective governance.
Dignitaries at the event included the Deputy Mayor, Hon. Chiamaka Ezeoke; the traditional ruler of Igboukwu, Igwe Alexander Azike (Idu III of Igboukwu); and the traditional ruler of Uga, Igwe Chidi Ezenwugo (Obi of Uga).
The event ended with a call on workers to uphold accountability, dedication and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
Charity Ejiofor is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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