By Juliana Nwachukwu
Hon. Aghaegbunam Ezeanuna, representing Okpoko Ward 2, has emerged as Deputy Majority Leader of the Ogbaru Legislative Council following the inauguration of 16 councillors by the Executive Mayor of Ogbaru Local Government Area(LGA), Hon. Chief Nnamdi Ifejika, popularly known as Singa.
The inauguration took place on Oct. 9, at the Ogbaru Local Government Secretariat, ushering in a new legislative team tasked with representing residents and advancing community development.
Addressing the councillors, Mayor Ifejika urged them to discharge their duties with integrity, dedication and accountability, stressing that the welfare of their constituents must guide their decisions.
He called for effective collaboration between the executive and legislative arms of the council, noting that cooperation would be crucial to addressing local needs and improving service delivery.
The mayor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive development, urging the councillors to support initiatives that would deliver tangible benefits to communities across Ogbaru.
In his response, Ezeanuna thanked the council members for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to provide purposeful representation for Okpoko Ward 2 while contributing to the development of the LGA..
He promised to support legislative measures aimed at improving residents’ welfare, strengthening accountability and promoting policies that respond to the needs of the people.
His emergence as Deputy Majority Leader is expected to place him at the centre of legislative coordination and deliberations within the council.
The ceremony attracted party leaders, traditional rulers and other dignitaries.
With the 16 councillors now inaugurated, attention will turn to how effectively the council translates its legislative responsibilities into practical solutions to community challenges.
Juliana Nwachukwu is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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