The Leader of the 8th Legislative Council of Akamkpa Local Government Area, Hon. (Princess) Magdalene Ekpe, presided over the official inauguration of the House Committees during a sitting of the House on February 11, 2025.
The inauguration marks a significant step towards strengthening legislative oversight and governance in Akamkpa LGA. A total of six (6) committees were constituted, with their respective chairpersons as follows:
Inaugurated House Committees and Chairpersons by Akamkpa 8th Legislative Council
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House Committee on Agriculture
- Hon. Dominic Offiong (Oban Ward) – Chairman
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House Committee on Works
- Hon. (Dr.) Alexander Edet (Akamkpa Urban) – Chairman
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House Committee on Finance and Appropriation
- Hon. (Engr.) Vincent Ndifon (Ojuk South) – Chairman
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House Committee on Health and Social Welfare
- Hon. Ruth Owor (Ikor Ward) – Chairman
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House Committee on Culture and Tourism
- Hon. (Prince) Christopher Edet (Mbarakom) – Chairman
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House Committee on Women Affairs and Gender-Based Issues
- Hon. (Princess) Angelina Itambom (Awi Ward) – Chairman
During the sitting, Hon. (Princess) Magdalene Ekpe charged the committee chairpersons and members to be proactive, law-abiding, and committed in discharging their legislative duties for the benefit of Akamkpa and its people.
Media Unit, Akamkpa Legislative Council
