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The Government Leadership

Leading the State’s Development

The Government of Abia State is committed to fostering growth, development, and progress through a dedicated team of esteemed individuals. This page highlights the esteemed members of the Cabinet and Honorable Commissioners who head the various ministries, playing pivotal roles in shaping policies and implementing strategic initiatives for the state's advancement.
From infrastructural development to social welfare and beyond, these appointees are tasked with driving Abia State toward a prosperous future through effective leadership and governance. Explore the profiles and ministries to learn more about their contributions to the state's growth.

Honourable Commissioners

Ministry
Honourable Commissioner
Ministry of Agriculture
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Ministry of Budget & Planning
Mr. Kingsley Anosike
Ministry of Tertiary Education
Prof. Eme Uche Eme
Ministry of Environment
Mr. Philemon A Ogbonna
Ministry of Finance
Mr. Uwaoma Ukandu
Ministry of Health
Prof. Enoch Ogbonnaya Uche
Ministry of Information
Mr. Okey Kanu
Ministry of Justice/Attorney-General
Mr. Ikechukwu Uwanna
Ministry of Lands & Housing
Mr. Chaka Chukwumerije
Ministry of Local Government /Chieftaincy Affairs
Prince Uzo Nwachukwu
Ministry of Petroleum & Mineral Resources
Prof. Joel F Ogbonna
Ministry of Science & Technology
Mr. David Kalu
Ministry of Sports & Youth Development
Mr. Nwaobilor Ananaba
Ministry of Trade & Commerce
Mr. Kingsley Chibueze Nwokocha
Ministry of Women Affairs
Dr. Mrs. Maureen Ijeoma Aghukwa
Ministry of Works
Engr. Don Otumchere Oti
Ministry of Transport
⁠Dr. Chimezie Ukaegbu
Ministry of Power & Public Utilities
Eng. Ikechukwu Monday
Ministry of Industry & SMEs
Mr. Mike Akpara
Hon. Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection
Mrs. Blessing Ngozi Felix
Hon. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education
Mr. Goodluck Ubochi
Hon. Commissioner for Arts, Culture & Creative Economy
Mr. Mathew Ekwuruibe
Hon. Commissioner for Labour & Productivity
Comrade Sunny A. Onwuma

Office of the Governor

Role
Official
Chief of Staff to the Governor
Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Ph.D
Deputy Chief of Staff/SSA, Youth and Sports
Mr. Chinedu Ekeke
Principal Secretary/Chief Strategy Officer
Mr. Chinenye Mba-Uzoukwu
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
Mr. Kazie Uko
Chief of Protocol
Mr. Uche Mark
Head, Government House Clinic
Dr. Idika Mba Idika
Technical Assistant to the Governor
Mr. Charles Egonye