By Juliana Nwachukwu
The Mayor of Onitsha South Local Government Area, Hon. Chief Ikechukwu Mofunanya (Ezeoba), has vowed to ensure that at least one project is commissioned by the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, in Onitsha South before his first anniversary in office.
Mofunanya made the declaration on November 12 during the 2026 Civil Service Week celebration at the Local Government Secretariat, where he charged workers to embrace commitment, discipline and productivity.
He said he had started planning his achievements and exit strategy from his first day in office, noting that effective planning and collective responsibility were essential to achieving meaningful results within his tenure.
“My promise is that before I celebrate my one year in office, the Governor must come and commission one project in Onitsha South Local Government. It is not magic; if you want to do it, you can. I plead with every worker to be eager. All hands must be on deck,” he stated.
The mayor promised to prioritise workers’ welfare while demanding improved productivity, punctuality and dedication to duty. He expressed concern over poor attendance and lateness but commended workers for maintaining order and discipline during working hours.
He emphasised the need for synergy between the political leadership and civil service, explaining that effective collaboration between both arms would promote accountability, efficiency and better service delivery.
On the 2027 general elections, Mofunanya highlighted the 14 roads constructed by the Soludo administration and the establishment of a modern Solution General Hospital in Onitsha South, describing the area as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the Solution Government.
He urged residents to support the governor and APGA candidates.
Also speaking, the Chairman of Onitsha South Stakeholders Forum, Chief Linus Ezenkwu, called on residents to vote for APGA candidates in the 2027 elections, stressing the importance of having elected representatives who would support the development of the council.
Earlier, in her welcome address, the Head of Local Government Administration, Mrs Ebere Ezechukwu, said the theme of the celebration, “Innovation and Efficiency in the Local Government Service,” underscored the need for professionalism, improved working conditions and effective service delivery.
She appealed for improved staff welfare, provision of office furniture and equipment, and solar power across offices at the Local Government Headquarters. She assured the Mayor of the workforce’s cooperation and support towards achieving common goals.
The celebration featured a march past by various departments, drama presentation and a book launch.
Present at the event were the Chairman, Civil Service Commission, Barr. Vin Ifeanyi Ezeaka; Commissioner 3, Local Government Commission, Prof. Ngozi Egwim; APGA candidates for Onitsha South 1 and II, Constituents; Hon, Barr, Uzoma Eli and Hon James Akpudo,(Exotic) party stakeholders, members and other dignitaries.
Juliana Nwachukwu is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
