Enugu: Former Council Chairmen Back Governor Mbah’s Re-election, Honour ALGON Boss Edeh

In a significant political development that underscores the growing synergy between past and present grassroots administrators in Enugu State, the Forum of Former Elected Local Government Council Chairmen has formally honored the Executive Chairman of Nkanu East Local Government Area and State Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Sydney Edeh. The prestigious Award of Excellence for Distinguished Service and Comradeship was presented during an influential gathering at the ALGON Secretariat in Enugu, signaling a unified administrative front.

According to reports from the venue, the former council bosses praised Edeh’s exemplary leadership, which they noted has significantly bridged the gap between successive administrative regimes. This unprecedented recognition marks the first time the forum has collectively honored a serving ALGON chairman in the state, a gesture observers believe is aimed at fostering institutional stability, transparency, and a healthier socioeconomic climate at the third tier of government.

Presenting the award, the Chairman of the Forum and former member of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Samuel Ngene, described Edeh as a rare administrative breed who has distinguished himself through humility, an open-door policy, and a deep commitment to the welfare of both serving and former officials. Ngene emphasized that Edeh’s tenure has revitalized grassroots governance, ensuring that community welfare initiatives, local infrastructure, and human capital development remain at the forefront of the local government agenda.