Abia State Government, led by Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has expressed profound appreciation to the former council chairmen
Their tenure expired on the 28th of December 2018.
Ikpeazu said as required by relevant state law, the Chairmen and other elected or appointed officials are expected to formally hand over to their respective Local Government Heads of Service (HOS) who will temporarily see to the smooth operations of the local governments pending further announcement.
A statement by Commissioner for Information Mr. Okiyi Kalu said the Governor has also directed the Abia State Independent Electoral Commission to commence preparations for the conduct of new elections into the various positions within the local government system and advise on date and other requirements for the earliest conduct of the polls.
