The Local Council Chairman of Ihitte/Uboma Local Government Area, Imo State, Prince Obioha Ndukwe, has denied reports claiming that the Leader of the Legislative Council, Kennedy Egeonu, was impeached and replaced, describing the report as false and misleading and urging members of the public to disregard it.
The council chairman made the clarification while addressing journalists following public reactions and political tension generated by the report, which alleged that Emeka Ekere had been installed as the new council leader.
He stated that no impeachment had been carried out, as the executive arm of the council had yet to receive any official report regarding the alleged impeachment.
Ndukwe explained that legislative leadership cannot be altered through rumours or informal declarations, but only through established procedures and proper legal channels.
The council chairman noted that the circulation of the alleged impeachment, which is yet to be verified, has already created unnecessary confusion among residents and political stakeholders in the area.
He urged those behind the reports to desist from actions capable of disrupting peace and stability in the council.
The chairman maintained that the council remains focused on governance and development rather than political distractions, noting that ongoing efforts in road rehabilitation, security improvement, market development, and education remain top priorities of his administration.
Ndukwe also cautioned councillors and political actors to concentrate on their official duties and avoid actions that could deepen divisions within the council.
He stressed that political disagreements must be handled through lawful and democratic means rather than
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