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Enugu East Local Government Council, Enugu East LGA, Enugu (2026)

09/07/2026

BATCH ‘B’ STREAM I CORPS MEMBERS SIGN OUT IN ENUGU EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

Corps Members of NYSC Batch ‘B’ Stream I serving in Enugu East Local Government Area have officially signed out, marking the successful completion of their one-year national service.

The colourful ceremony, held at the Council Headquarters, featured the Executive Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, who was represented by the Secretary to the Local Government, Hon. Barr. Uchenna Mbaeke.

Delivering the Chairman’s goodwill message, Barr. Mbaeke congratulated the outgoing Corps Members on behalf of the Executive Chairman, the Government, and the good people of Enugu East Local Government Area for successfully completing one of the most significant chapters of their lives.

He noted that under the leadership of Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, Enugu East Local Government has continued to run an inclusive system of governance where every community has a sense of belonging, making it increasingly difficult to distinguish between the urban and rural communities in terms of government attention, opportunities, and development.

He further highlighted the Council’s unwavering commitment to human capital development, describing it as one of the most outstanding local government initiatives in Nigeria. According to him, the Council’s sustained investments in education, youth empowerment, skills acquisition, and people-centred programmes reflect the administration’s conviction that the greatest asset of any society is its people.

Barr. Mbaeke encouraged the Corps Members to cherish the experiences gained during their service year, build lasting relationships, continue developing themselves through learning and skills acquisition, and regard their NYSC Discharge Certificates not as the end of a journey but as the foundation for greater accomplishments. He urged them to become innovators, entrepreneurs, professionals, employers of labour, and worthy ambassadors of the National Youth Service Corps wherever they find themselves.

The ceremony was attended by officials of Enugu East Local Government, NYSC officials led by the State Coordinator, Corps Members, and other stakeholders, who joined in celebrating the successful completion of the service year by the outgoing Batch ‘B’ Stream I Corps Members.

09/07/2026

APPRECIATION VISIT

Today, the Management and Students of Deeper Life College paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of Enugu East LGA, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike.

Appreciating the mayors commitment to human capital development and his unwavering support for education in Enugu East, the principal of the college commends the council commitment to Human capital development “His leadership continues to create opportunities for our young people to learn, grow, and lead with character and excellence”

During the visit, the college also presented areas of partnership with the LGA to further strengthen education, skills development, and support for brilliant but indigent students with the hope of raising a generation that will be assets to Enugu East, Enugu State, and Nigeria.

06/07/2026

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There is an opening for the position of Registered Midwives/Nurse-midwives and CHEWs on Ad-hoc basis under the Basic Health Care Provision Fund Programme (BHCPF) in Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency

In its bid to ensure safe motherhood and newborn care, improve primary health care outcomes, and increase the life expectancy and quality of care for mothers and newborns, the Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency ENS-PHCDA is recruiting Registered Midwives and/or CHEW on Ad-hoc basis across the 17 LGAs of the State.

This recruitment is done with the objectives of reducing maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality caused by poor maternal child health services especially in rural communities. In line with the Basic Health Care Provision Fund Guidelines, we invite the general qualified public to apply.

The ideal applicant for this position must:
• Have a current midwifery practice license
• Be willing to work in rural communities
• Be ready to undergo screening, both written and oral
• Have basic knowledge of PHC services in the state
• Be able to communicate in English (written and oral)

Qualifications
• Certificate of a Registered Midwife OR CHEW
• Working experience as a Registered Midwife (RM) and/or CHEW.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should apply via the link: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/WduwXccY

Only applications submitted to the link above will be considered.

Address your cover letters to:
The Executive Secretary,
Enugu State Primary Health Development Agency,
House 30 Coal City Garden Estate, Off Okpara Avenue, Enugu.

Application package should include:
1. An application letters
2. A curriculum vitae (including state/LGA of origin and current residential address)
3. Clear photocopies of post-secondary qualifications
4. Valid license to practice midwifery OR CHEW

Submission of the application closes by 4:00 pm on July 14th, 2026. Please note that no application will be accepted after the due date and time.

Signed: Management

Application Link: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/WduwXccY

04/07/2026

Today we celebrate not just your tenacity, Hardwork, Excellence…
We celebrate your commitment to making the the society better than you met it.

Been in the academia for a decade raising graduates that are making tremendous impact is indeed fulfilling.
Congratulations Associate Prof Mrs Happiness Obi-Anike as you celebrate 10 years in academia.

Your Humility; worthy of emulation!!!
May God keep you in Grace for more exploits.
Congratulations 1st Lady Enugu East Local Government Council

Media Office Enugu East Local Government Council

03/07/2026

Enugu Police Command Host Stakeholders’ Town Hall Meeting to Strengthen Community Security; Commends Governor Mbah and Engr Beloved Dans Support to the Command.

The Nigeria Police Force, Enugu State Command, Enugu Metropolis Area Command, convened a One-Day Town Hall Meeting with Security Stakeholders on Thursday, 2nd July 2026. The engagement was hosted on behalf of the officers and men of the Command.

The town hall which is been hosted by the Commisioner of Police convened by CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc+ and convened by ACP Abubakar Yunusa, Area Commander, Enugu Metropolis provided a platform for dialogue between the Police Command and key stakeholders on improving safety, intelligence-sharing, and community policing within Enugu metropolis.

The initiative also aligns with the innovative approach to policing being championed by *Governor Peter Mbah* of Enugu State. Governor Mbah’s focus on technology-driven security, community partnership, and proactive policing has created an enabling environment for Commands and LGAs to engage directly with the public. The town hall meeting is a clear example of that vision in practice.

This milestone reflects the strong synergy between security agencies, stakeholders and local government leadership. The contributions of Engr. Beloved Dan, Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area have been instrumental to these gains. Through logistical support, grassroots mobilization of stakeholders, and sustained investment in community security structures, Engr. Dan has helped bridge the gap between the Police and residents, ensuring that policing is more responsive and visible at the local level.

The meeting ended with a call for sustained collaboration among the Police, Local Government, and citizens to make Enugu safer for all residents.

01/07/2026

My Dear Good People of Enugu East,

Happy New Month!

I welcome you all to the month of July with gratitude to Almighty God for His faithfulness, mercy, and the gift of life. Every new month offers us another opportunity to renew our hope, strengthen our resolve, and work together towards building the Enugu East of our collective dreams.

As your Executive Chairman, I remain deeply committed to the vision of “A New Beginning”—a vision founded on purposeful leadership, responsible governance, and service to God and humanity. Our administration will continue to pursue policies and programmes that place the welfare of our people at the centre of governance while ensuring that no community is left behind in our development journey.

The progress we have recorded so far has been made possible because of your unwavering support, cooperation, and belief in our shared vision. From our investments in education, healthcare, road infrastructure, human capital development, youth and women empowerment, environmental sanitation, agriculture, security, and community development, we have continued to demonstrate that government works best when leaders and citizens work together in trust and partnership.

As we begin this new month, I encourage every resident of Enugu East to remain law-abiding, peaceful, and committed to the development of our communities. Let us continue to support one another, protect public infrastructure, maintain a clean environment, promote unity across our communities, and actively participate in programmes designed to improve the quality of life for all.

To our youths, I urge you to remain focused, innovative, and committed to self-development. Your future remains a priority for this administration, and we shall continue to create opportunities that empower you to realize your full potential. To our women, elders, traditional institutions, religious leaders, market associations, professionals, and every stakeholder, I sincerely appreciate your invaluable partnership in building a stronger and more prosperous Enugu East.

Together, we are proving that when leadership is driven by service and the people embrace a shared vision, meaningful transformation is possible.

May this month bring renewed strength, divine favour, peace, good health, and abundant opportunities to every family and every community across Enugu East Local Government Area.

Let us continue moving forward together.

Happy New Month, and may God bless you all.

Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, FNSE, FCIMC, FCIPMN.
Executive Chairman
Enugu East Local Government Area.

27/06/2026

Enugu East APC Holds LEC Meeting, Charts Course for PVC Mobilization and Party Structure

The Enugu East Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held its Local Executive Council (LEC) meeting at the weekend with a renewed push for Permanent Voter Card (PVC) mobilization, grassroots restructuring, and greater participation in government programmes.

Opening the meeting, the APC Chairman in Enugu East, Engr. Okey Igboekwe, thanked members for their consistency and loyalty. He stressed the importance of obtaining Permanent Voter Cards ahead of future elections and reviewed the party’s performance in recent polls, including the Enugu North Senatorial election, as well as the Presidential, Governorship, Chairmanship, State Assembly, and Councillorship elections in Enugu East Local Government Area.

Anike Announces Ward Unit Formalization, Urges Use of Health and Education Programmes

In his remarks, the Executive Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, commended the peaceful conduct of the Enugu North Senatorial election and urged members to collect their PVCs to strengthen the party’s electoral fortunes.

He announced plans to formalize the party’s structure at the unit level beginning in July. Under the arrangement, each of the 386 polling units in Enugu East, out of over 4,000 statewide, will have a five-member leadership comprising a Chairman, Vice Chairman, Woman Leader, Secretary, and Youth Leader. The exercise is scheduled to commence next Saturday and, according to him, will enhance the equitable distribution of party positions and materials.

Engr. Anike also highlighted key government interventions, encouraging party faithful who enrolled in the Health Insurance Scheme of the Local Government to take advantage of it for their healthcare needs. He disclosed that the Smart School project would be completed before the end of September and urged members to enroll their children, describing the initiative as a platform for raising future leaders who would surpass the current generation of leaders, including Governor Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and himself.

Speaking on human capital development, the chairman said the council is prioritizing aviation training to align with Enugu’s emergence as an international aviation hub. He also highlighted scholarship opportunities for JSS1 and SSS1 students, as well as 20 university beneficiaries. Expressing concern over the low participation of party members in the programmes, he announced an upcoming entrance examination for SS1 students, with plans to train 100 beneficiaries—80 from public schools and 20 from private schools.

The chairman concluded by presenting gifts to the oldest man and woman in each ward, a gesture that was warmly received by members.

The meeting, coordinated by the Party Secretary, featured reports from supervisors who monitored party activities across the wards, while newly nominated councillorship candidates attended in solidarity.

The Managing Director of ERWASA also addressed the gathering, commending members for their commitment to the party and urging them to obtain their PVCs to support APC candidates in future elections.

Other party leaders, including Hon. Osita Okoh, member representing Enugu East Urban Constituency; Hon. Raymond Ugwu, member representing Enugu East Rural Constituency; the Secretary to the Local Government, Barr. Uche Mbaeke, Hon. Chief Adam Ogbene; also reaffirmed their support for the party. The APC Chairman of Enugu East Senatorial Zone thanked members for their steadfastness and explained the absence of Distinguished Senator Kelvin Chukwu.

The meeting was attended by several stakeholders, including Hon. Christopher Ugwu, former House of Assembly member; Hon. Egnr. Ogugua Emehelu; Special Assistant to the Governor on Infrastructure, Hon. Paul Edeh, Chief Security Officer (CSO), Enugu East LGA; Hon. Okoh Nelson, Special Personal Assistant on Agriculture; Hon. John Edeh, Special Adviser on Markets; Hon. Mark Mbah; Hon. Anike Ifeanyi, Special Assistant on Housing; Hon. Godwin Ubosi; Hon. Eze Nonso; and Sir Joseph Ugwueze.

26/06/2026

ENUGU EAST LGA WITNESSES HISTORIC HANDOVER OF AKANU IBIAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO AERO ALLIANCE LIMITED

The Federal Government of Nigeria, on Thursday, conducted the official handover of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, AIIA, Enugu, to Aero Alliance Limited under a Public-Private Partnership arrangement, with the Enugu State Government in full partnership. The ceremony was hosted within Enugu East Local Government Area at the International Terminal of the airport.

The Executive Chairman of Enugu East LGA, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, played host to His Excellency, Dr. Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, Governor of Enugu State, the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, and other federal and state dignitaries.

The handover followed the ex*****on of concession certificates, assets register, and other documentation. Under the agreement, Aero Alliance Limited will finance, rehabilitate, expand, operate, and manage the airport to meet internationally recognised standards of safety, efficiency, and passenger experience.

In his remarks as host, Engr. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike expressed gratitude to His Excellency and the Federal Government for making the handover a reality. He assured the Governor and the concessionaire of the Council’s full cooperation, peaceful host-community relations, and commitment to supporting infrastructure and security around the airport corridor.

The Chairman further commended the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission, ICRC, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, and the Enugu State Ministry of Transport for their roles in driving the process to a successful conclusion.

The Council believes this development will consolidate Enugu East’s position as the aviation and logistics gateway of the South East, attract investment, and create prosperity for our people.

25/06/2026

ENUGU EAST RECEIVES GOVERNOR MBAH, IGP FOR COMMISSIONING OF DNA FORENSICS CENTRE IN UGWUOMU NIKE

The Executive Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, received the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, at Ugwuomu Nike for the commissioning of the Centre for DNA Forensics and Criminal Investigation (CeDFoCI).

The landmark facility, established through a strategic collaboration involving the Enugu State Government, Godfrey Okoye University, and the Nigeria DNA Learning Centre, represents a major advancement in forensic science, criminal investigation, and evidence-based justice in Nigeria.

Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Governor Mbah described the Centre as a world-class facility that would strengthen the state’s security architecture and support the work of law enforcement agencies through modern forensic technology. He emphasized that the Centre would not only serve Enugu State but also provide critical forensic services to agencies and institutions across Nigeria.

The Inspector General of Police commended the initiative, describing the Centre as a valuable national asset that would enhance criminal investigations, forensic research, professional training, and public confidence in the justice system.

As host of the event, Engr. Anike welcomed the Governor, the Inspector General of Police, senior government officials, security chiefs, traditional rulers, and other distinguished guests to Enugu East Local Government Area. He commended the Enugu State Government for siting the facility in Ugwuomu Nike and expressed confidence that it would contribute significantly to security, justice delivery, scientific innovation, and socio-economic development.

Residents of Ugwuomu Nike and Enugu East Local Government Area expressed delight at the commissioning of the Centre, which is expected to strengthen crime detection and investigation while further positioning Enugu as a leading hub for scientific policing and forensic excellence in Nigeria.

The commissioning ceremony attracted top government officials, members of the security community, academics, traditional leaders, and stakeholders from across the country, underscoring the national significance of the project.

24/06/2026

ENUGU EAST LGA RESIDENTS URGED TO PARTICIPATE IN MONTHLY ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION EXERCISE

The Enugu East Local Government Area has called on residents, business owners, market operators, community leaders, youth groups, and other stakeholders to actively participate in the monthly environmental sanitation exercise scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., as announced by the Enugu State Waste Management Authority (ESWAMA).

Residents are encouraged to use the sanitation period to clean their homes, business premises, drainage channels, streets, markets, and surrounding environments in order to promote a cleaner, healthier, and safer Enugu East.

The Local Government further reminds residents that restriction of movement will be in effect during the exercise, in line with the directives of the Enugu State Government and ESWAMA. Only personnel on essential duties and individuals duly authorized with valid means of identification or official permits will be exempted.

The Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, urges residents to embrace the exercise as a civic responsibility and contribute to the collective effort of maintaining environmental cleanliness and public health across the Local Government Area.

Together, let us build a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Enugu East.

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