The Secretary to the Government of Abia State, Professor Kenneth Kalu, has congratulated the newly elected executives of the Nigerian Legion, Abia State Council, with a charge to be intentional and deliberate in uniting members across the 17 Local Government Areas of the state.
Prof. Kalu gave the charge while receiving the new executive members in his office, urging them to serve with sincerity of purpose and prioritize the welfare of their members. He assured them of the continued support of the Dr. Alex Otti-led administration in strengthening the operations and relevance of the Legion in Abia State.
Earlier, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Commander Macdonald Ubah (Rtd), explained that the new leadership emerged following the passing of the former chairman and the dissolution of the previous executive by the Federal Ministry of Defence. He commended the members for conducting a peaceful, transparent, and hitch-free election.
Presenting the new leadership, the leader of the electoral delegation from the Federal Ministry of Defence, Abuja, Mrs. Rhoda Keke, applauded the peaceful conduct of the election and expressed appreciation to Governor Alex Otti for his continuous support and benevolence to the Nigerian Legion.
In his response, the newly elected Chairman, Lt. Col. Stanley Odionyefe (Rtd), expressed deep gratitude to the state government and pledged to work hand in glove with all stakeholders to reposition the Abia State Legion to a vintage height of relevance, unity, and service.
The new executives of the Nigerian Legion, Abia State Council are: Lt. Col. Stanley Odionyefe (Rtd)– Chairman, Chief Samuel Okereke– Vice Chairman and
Mr. Emeka Aguocha – Treasurer
The Permeant Secretary office of the SSG Dr. Okezue Godwin was present at the event.
