Ikechukwu Emetu
Ikechukwu Emetu | |
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| Deputy Governor of Abia State | |
| Assumed office 29 May 2023 | |
| Governor | Alex Otti |
| Preceded by | Ude Oko Chukwu |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Ikechukwu Lekwachi Emetu 9 April 1984 |
| Party | Labour Party |
| Spouse | Adaeze Chidera Emetu |
| Education | Federal University of Technology Owerri |
| Occupation |
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Ikechukwu Lekwachi Emetu ⓘ (born 9 April 1984) is a Nigerian engineer and politician who has served as Deputy Governor of Abia State since 2023.[1]
Early life and education
Emetu was born in Ohafia, Abia State, Nigeria. He attended primary and secondary school in Lagos before studying at the Federal University of Technology Owerri, where he earned a degree in engineering.[2][3]
Career
He is a petrochemical engineer. According to a statement by Governor Alex Otti released by the News Agency of Nigeria, Emetu was selected as the party's running mate ahead of the 2023 Abia State gubernatorial election.[1] He received his certificate of return on 29 March 2023.[4][5]
Deputy governorship
Emetu assumed office as Deputy governor of Abia State on 29 May 2023 following the inauguration of the state executive.[4]
Public statements
In December 2024, Emetu stated that the Abia State government was committed to fostering a business-friendly environment aimed at attracting investment and supporting entrepreneurship across the state.[6]
References
- 1 2 Odunsi, Wale (24 August 2022). "Abia 2023: LP's Alex Otti selects 38-year-oĺd Emetu as running mate". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 5 April 2023.
- ↑ "Abia Governorship: Alex Otti Unveils 38-Year-Old As Running Mate". Peoples Gazette. Abuja, Nigeria. 24 August 2022. Retrieved 7 April 2023.
- ↑ "Final List of Candidates for State Elections" (PDF). Independent National Electoral Commission. Retrieved 30 July 2026.
- 1 2 "Otti Receives Certificate of Return, Pledges Not to Disappoint Abians". This Day. Retrieved 7 April 2023.
- ↑ "Abia State Governor-Elect, Alex Otti Receives Certificate of Return | AIT LIVE". Africa Independent Television. 29 March 2023. Retrieved 7 April 2023.
- ↑ Agwu, Udoka (22 December 2024). "Abia is committed to fostering business-friendly environment – Emetu". BusinessDay. Lagos, Nigeria.