Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State sacked 21 transition committee chairmen in the state.
The decision to dismiss the transition committee chairmen was made known through a letter signed by the Commissioner for Local Government, Collins Nwabunwanne, on Monday, May 20, 2024. The directive outlined that the chairmen were to hand over their responsibilities to the Heads of Local Government Administrations (HLGAs) by Monday, May 20, 2024. This action came following the expiration of their tenure on May 17, 2024.
It is important to note that these chairmen were overseeing various areas within Anambra State and were appointed as part of a transition committee arrangement after Governor Soludo assumed office. The move to replace them with HLGAs signifies a shift in local government administration in the state.
Governor Soludo had previously emphasized his commitment to conducting local government elections within six months of assuming office in 2021. The removal of the transition committee chairmen aligns with his goal of transitioning to elected officials at the local government level.
The decision has sparked public outcry and raised expectations for upcoming local government elections in Anambra State. It is seen as a significant step towards establishing elected representation at the grassroots level and ensuring accountability in governance.
In a related development, Governor Soludo nominated new transition committees for some areas, including appointing women to key positions such as Education Secretaries. This move reflects efforts to promote gender inclusivity and diversity in governance structures.
Overall, Governor Soludo’s actions regarding the transition committee chairmen signal a shift towards more democratic and accountable local governance practices in Anambra State.
