In a major administrative shake-up, Abia State Governor Alex Otti (OFR) has approved the appointment of 17 new officials across critical ministries and agencies. The announcement, made through a statement by Secretary to the State Government, Professor Kenneth Kalu, demonstrates the governor’s ongoing commitment to enhancing governance and service delivery.
Breakdown of New Appointments:
Protocol Department
Uche Mark Nwosu — Chief Protocol Officer
Ikechukwu Nwankwo — Deputy Chief Protocol Officer
Adaeze Ivy Iroegbu — Chief Moderator
Emmanuel Paul Irechi, Amarachi Inyama, Augustine Chukwuebuka — Protocol Officers
Abia State College of Education (Technical), Arochukwu
Dr. Joe Emeson — Chairman, Governing Council
Dr. Mrs. Idowu O. Eluwa — Provost
Abuja Liaison Office
Iheanyi Frank Chinasa — Chief Liaison Officer / National Assembly Liaison Officer
Abia State Transport Corporation Board
Emmanuel M. Ufomba — Chairman
Godanswer P. Kalu, Mrs. Salomey Onwu, Kingsley Oriaku, Onyebuchi Nna — Board Members
Additional Special Roles
Chima Raymond Ukwa — Special Assistant, Sports
Prince Christian Enwerenmadu — Special Adviser, Agriculture
Mrs. Chinenye Nwaka — Senior Special Assistant, Women Affairs
Governor Otti emphasized that these strategic placements are intended to promote administrative efficiency, inclusivity, and service-driven leadership across state institutions. All appointments are effective immediately, and the governor expects immediate commencement of duties.
