OWERRI WEST LGA EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OSIGWE BOWS OUT.
--Hands over to DAGS.
By Innocent Osuoha
In compliance to the directive of the Imo State Governor, Sen Hope Uzodimma CON, that all former Executive Chairmen in the State should step aside and hand over to their various DAGS, the former Executive Chairman of Owerri West LGA, Hon Victor Osigwe (Ikeoha) whose tenure ended on 30th September has formally handed over the affairs of the Council to the Director of Administration and General Service(DAGS).
In a brief but memorable handover ceremony, on Monday, 5th October 2026, at the Council headquarters, Umuguma, the outgone Executive Chairman used the auspicious moment to brief the DAGS, Chief Ekwueme, on the notable achievements and ongoing projects handled by his administration.
Hon Chief Victor Nnamdi Osigwe, Ikeoha, speaking further, expressed his appreciation to Senator Hope Uzodimma, CON, for the support and overwhelming confidence he reposed on him throughout his 2-year tenure.
He also extended his appreciation to all and sundry who had contributed to make his administration thick and best amongst his peers, especially his family , Supervisors, HoD's, traditional institutions, Security Agencies, Community heads, party leaders, Staff and his Appointees, for their support and cooperation while his tenure lasted.
He urged everyone to continue to support the Party for the interest of development and overall welfare of the people of Owerri West.
In an emotion laden voice, IKEOHA quipped, "I am only stepping aside, soonest we shall bounce back by God's grace"
The DAGS Chief Ekwueme, while receiving the handover documents, described Chief Osigwe as an exceptional personality and promised his commitment to sustain continuity, accountability and effective service delivery.
The handover was comprehensive including handing over of all government properties and official vehicle to the DAGS .
The emotional handover ceremony was witnessed by Chief Dr Fidel Onyeneke, (Former Seclog), Comr.Okechukwu Okere(Imo State Nulge President and TR to the council), Hon Oliver Emenyonu (Former SA Special Duties), Prince Chibueze Oparanozie (Former SA Protocol), Mr.Emeka Okwu(Commander Owerri West Vigilante) and former Media Aide Kachison Ekwugha.
