Ajede Inaugurates Ukwuani Strategic Policy Council

Advocates For Equitable Distribution Of Resources Within LGA

The Executive Chairman of Ukwuani Local Government, Hon (Barr) C.S Possible Ajede, has inaugurated the 36-member Ukwuani Strategic Policy Council with a charge to develop strategies for managing resources effectively and ensuring equitable distribution of the commonwealth of the LGA.

The council boss said this in his address during the inauguration of the Ukwuani Strategic Policy Council today. He stated that the strategic policy council was part of the strategic plans of the #DoMoreAgenda. He noted that the Think-Tank team was made up of seasoned professionals in their respective fields and were pulled together with the vision of crafting a working document that truly represents the aspirations, dreams, and desires of the people of Ukwuani.

Barr Ajede further outlined the terms of reference of the Ukwuani Strategic Policy Council to include formulating policies to meet the short-term and long-term needs of Ukwuani Local Government Area, catering to the urgent needs and future expectations of the people. The council will deploy strategies to uplift all Ukwuani communities comprehensively and ensure that every Ukwuani citizen’s voices are not only heard but also respected.

Speaking further, he said, “It is also the responsibility of this Think Tank Council to develop a roadmap to ensure the local government’s resources are well-managed and establish modalities for the equitable distribution of our commonwealth among all Ukwuani communities. This will strengthen our unity and ensure that every part of the LGA feels a deep sense of belonging and satisfaction.”

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The #DoMoreAgenda Torchbearer, Barr Ajede emphasized that the policy council should critically examine the following thematic areas:
1. Peace and Security
2. Agriculture and Industries
3. Environment
4. Primary Healthcare
5. Human Capital Development
6. General Administration and Strategy
7. Infrastructure and Utilities
8. Fiscal Policy and Public Finance
9. Social Development & Creative Industry
10. Entrepreneurship and Job Creation
11. Revenue Generation
12. Social Services, Culture, and Sports

Continuing, the Ukwuani council boss thanked the members of the Think-Tank Council for accepting the responsibility to serve the Ukwuani people, praying for God’s wisdom to help them chart a practicable roadmap for the LGA.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Ukwuani Strategic Policy Council, Ven. Frank Emeni, lauded the Executive Chairman for considering them worthy to serve on the Think-Tank committee. He assured Barr Ajede that they would deliver on their mandate, emphasizing that the team understands the task ahead and the impact of well-crafted policies in a system.

Ven. Frank Emeni pledged the commitment of the policy council members to harness the opportunity given to them to make a positive impact in the lives of the Ukwuani people.

The inaugurated members of the Ukwuani Strategic Policy Council include:

(1) Ven Frank Emeni – Coordinator
(2) Mr. Friday Onyemechi Ugbe (FCA) – Dep. Coordinator
(3) High Chief Timothy Umukoro (Ph.D) Secretary.
(4) Prof. Chijioke Mgbame
(5) Prof. Chegwe E.N
(6) Prof. Achuba Fidelis
(7) Prof. Atagana Harrison
(8) Prof. Festus Akpotohwo
(9) Prof. Albert Ofuoku
(10)Prof. Aghanenu A.S
(11) Prof. Ossai P.A.U
(12) Prof. (Mrs) Grace Ngozi Atuh
(13) Rear Admiral Olisemenogor (Rtd)
(14) Dr. Vincent Ojeh
(15) Dr. Iyke Abamba
(16) High Chief (Dr) Monday Adishi
(17) High Chief Solomon Igwulu
(18) Barr. Chester Odagwe
(19) Dr. Kaine Edike
(20) Ogbuefi Engr. Chuks Akpotohwo
(21) Ogbuefi Chief Friday Amudo
(22) High Chief (Surv.) Goddy Aboh
(23) Hon. Felix Gbagi
(24) Chief Andy Okolo
(25) Mr. Emeke Ossai
(26) Mr. Gibson Ovili
(27) Mr. Okei Okosogu
(28) Mr. Elton Oloye
(29) Mr. Uwadione Chibuzor
(30) Mrs Ngozi Oniti Ifukor
(31) Mr. Joseph Ikechukwu Ayibor
(32) Engr. Ifi Ojo
(33) Chief Bernard Ojuyenum
(34) Mr. Monday Ogeleka
(35) Mr. Gabriel Ntiejum
(36) Mr. Ween Chukwusa