Oji River Local Government Chairman, Greg Anyaegbudike, has called for stronger collaboration between the executive and legislative arms. He said cooperation would help both arms deliver democratic dividends to residents.
Anyaegbudike made the appeal on Wednesday at the council secretariat in Oji River. He spoke after the swearing-in of members of the 10th Legislative Council and the election of its principal officers.
The chairman congratulated the newly elected House leaders and pledged his administration’s support. He also commended the councillors for their orderly conduct and unity during the leadership election.
Anyaegbudike Congratulates New Legislative Leaders
Anyaegbudike congratulated the House Leader, Hon. Cynthia Obika, and other principal officers on their emergence. He also praised the newly sworn-in legislators for maintaining peace throughout the process.
According to him, their unity helped ensure a peaceful election without rancour. He described the development as a positive foundation for cooperation between the two arms of government.
“On behalf of the people of Oji River Local Government Area, I extend my warm congratulations to the Leader of the House, Hon. Mrs. Cynthia Obika, and all Principal Officers on their emergence,” he said.
The chairman also extended an offer of cooperation to the new legislative leadership and all councillors. He expressed confidence that stronger working relationships would support effective governance.
The call for collaboration comes amid ongoing developments in Enugu State’s local government administration. Residents can also read about Enugu Government Intensifies Efforts to Sustain Development Gains.
Chairman Proclaims First Session of 10th Legislative Council
Before the election of principal officers, Anyaegbudike issued a proclamation for the first session of the 10th Legislative Council. He acted in his capacity as chairman of Oji River Local Government Council.
The proclamation formally set the legislative process in motion. It paved the way for the council’s first session and the emergence of its principal officers.
Following the proclamation, the Clerk of the Legislative Council, Mrs Chidiebere Onuaguluchi, administered the Oath of Office. The ceremony covered all 20 newly elected members of the legislative council.
The swearing-in marked the formal commencement of their responsibilities as local government legislators. Their work will involve representing their respective wards and participating in council legislative activities.
For more on local government administration in Enugu State, read APC Wins All Chairmanship, Councillorship Seats in Enugu Local Government Election.
