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When Next is Imo State governorship election?
The 2024 Imo State gubernatorial election will take place in early 2024 due to the belated inauguration of incumbent Governor Hope Uzodinma, to elect the Governor of Imo State.
What happened in Imo State election?
The 2019 Imo State gubernatorial election in Nigeria occurred on March 9, 2019. PDP’s Emeka Ihedioha polled 38.29% of the total votes, defeating APC’s Uche Nwosu who got 26.66% of popular votes, and several minor party candidates. Out of 27 LGAs, Ihedioha won in 11, while Nwosu won in 10.
How did hope uzodinma became governor?
Uzodinma later challenged the victory of Ihedioha up to the Supreme Court. On 14 January 2020, the Supreme Court declared Uzodinma, the duly elected Governor of Imo State.
How long did ihedioha rule Imo State?
Ihedioha is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and represented the Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency of Imo State from 2003 to 2015.
Who is first Governor of Imo State?
Imo State Governor
| Governor of Imo State | |
|---|---|
| Appointer | Direct popular election |
| Term length | 4 years, renewable once |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| First holder | Samuel Mbakwe |
Who was the former governor of Imo State?
List of governors of Imo State
| Name | Title | Took Office |
|---|---|---|
| Achike Udenwa | Governor | 29 May 1999 |
| Ikedi G. Ohakim | Governor | 29 May 2007 |
| Owelle Rochas Anayo Okorocha | Governor | 29 May 2011 |
| Emeka Ihedioha | Governor | 29 May 2019 |
Who won Imo state senatorial election?
APC candidate Benjamin Uwajumogu won the election, defeating PDP candidate Hon. Patrick Ndubueze.
Is Hope Uzodinma married?
Chioma IkeakaHope Uzodinma / Spouse (m. 2015)
Who is the Deputy Governor of Imo State 2021?
| Deputy Governor of Imo State | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Placid Njoku since 15 January 2020 | |
| Executive Branch of the Government of Imo State | |
| Style | His Excellency |
| Member of | Imo State Executive Council |
Who are the three senators representing Imo State?
Rochas Okorocha representing Imo West and Frank Ibezim representing Imo North won on the platform of All Progressives Congress, while Onyewuchi Francis Ezenwa representing Imo East won on the platform of Peoples Democratic Party.
Who is the current senator representing Imo West?
The 8th Parliament (2015 – 2019)
| OFFICE | NAME | CONSTITUENCY |
|---|---|---|
| Senator | Hope Uzodinma | Imo West |
| Representative | Igbokwe Nnanna R. | Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte |
| Representative | Alagboso Jerry | Orlu/Oru East/Orsu |
| Representative | Bede Eke | Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala |
How old is Rochas Okorocha?
59 years (September 22, 1962)Rochas Okorocha / Age
When was hope uzodinma born?
December 12, 1958 (age 63 years)Hope Uzodinma / Date of birth
Where is Prof Placid Njoku from?
He is a native of Ikeduru LGA in Owerri, Imo State. Njoku went and graduated from Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Imo State and he later worked in the institution and emerged as the first Vice Chancellor of the University. He gained prominence from there.
Which village is Peter Obi from?
Peter Obi
| Peter Obi CON | |
|---|---|
| Born | Peter Gregory Obi 19 July 1961 Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| Political party | Labour Party |
| Other political affiliations | All Progressives Grand Alliance (2002–2014) People’s Democratic Party (before 2002; 2014–2022) |
| Spouse(s) | Margaret Browson Usen |
Who is Imo State governor Theresa chikeka?
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has sworn in Justice Theresa Chikeka as the state’s acting Chief Judge (CJ) to replace Justice Ijeoma Agugua. International Press Centre (IPC), yesterday, condemned the arrest and detention of a journalist, Fisayo Soyombo, after reporting at police headquarters on Monday.
What has IMO government done for Imo State?
The Imo government has commenced the construction of 135 kilometres of roads and rehabilitation of health centres in the 305 electoral wards across the state. A smart Nigerian lecturer identified as Engineer Pius Nwosu has built an electric car that uses only solar energy at the Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Imo state.
Is Okorocha still owed N8 billion by Imo State Government?
A former governor of Imo, Rochas Okorocha has declared that being the chief executive of the state made him poorer, adding that he is still being owed N8billion.
What is Imo Economic Summit Group (IESG)?
Following efforts to salvage the economies of Imo State and other South East states, the Imo Economic Summit Group (IESG), will hold on November 30, 2021 through a webinar to discuss economic development strategies.