Chijioke Ihunwo, the newly elected Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, has officially taken over the council’s secretariat complex, marking a new era in the administration of one of Nigeria’s wealthiest local government areas. The transfer of power follows a series of political skirmishes that have dominated Rivers State’s political landscape, further fueled by recent decisions in the state.
Ihunwo, widely recognized for his strong leadership background, took decisive steps immediately upon assuming office, including the dissolution of existing local government committees formed under previous leaderships. This move is seen as part of a broader strategy to establish a fresh administrative structure as tensions between Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s new appointees and political figures from the Nyesom Wike era continue to simmer.
The takeover of the Obio/Akpor secretariat also signals the end of a long-standing political grip by Wike, who previously dominated the local political sphere. Ihunwo’s leadership is expected to bring a fresh direction, and local government staff are hopeful that this transition will bring stability to the region. Sources indicate that Ihunwo’s focus will be on fostering peace and driving development initiatives across the LGA, which is a crucial economic hub within Rivers State.
This development will likely play a pivotal role in the larger political landscape of Rivers State, with stakeholders keeping a close watch on how Ihunwo’s administration unfolds.
Peoplesmind