National Forum of Former LG Vice Chairmen Appoints New National, Zonal, State Officers
In a strategic move aimed at strengthening its national structure and deepening grassroots engagement, the National Forum of Former Local Government Council Vice Chairmen of Nigeria has announced the appointment of new National, Zonal, and State Officers across the Country
The appointments, which take immediate effect, reflect the deliberate and inclusive leadership drive of the National Coordinator, Hon. Godstime Chukwubuikem Samuel, whose ongoing efforts are focused on repositioning the forum as a cohesive and influential platform for former local government leaders nationwide.
According to a statement jointly signed by the National Coordinator and the National Secretary, Hon. Muktar Dahiru Gora, the newly appointed officers were carefully selected based on experience, regional balance, and proven commitment to grassroots governance and national development.
Among the notable appointments is Hon. Ishaq Olanrewaju Bada, former Vice Chairman of Abeokuta North Local Government, who has been named Coordinator for the South West Zone.
His appointment is widely seen as a boost to the forum’s South West operations, given his strong background in local governance, community development, and political mobilisation within the region.
Hon. Bada is expected to play a key role in coordinating activities across the South West states, fostering unity among members, and advancing the forum’s objectives at both regional and national levels.
Other National Officers appointed include:
Hon. Musa Ahmed Agbawu as National Publicity Secretary
Hon. Gbolasire Abigail as Deputy National Secretary
Hon. Sandra A. Onyia as National Welfare Secretary
Hon. Princess Peace Nwobilo as National Organising Secretary
Hon. Mahadiya Abdullahi as Deputy National Organising Secretary
Hon. Aliyu Aminu Ikara as National Legal Adviser I
Hon. Mamuda Muhammad Gyalgyal as National Auditor
Hon. Ishak Tanko Gambaga as National Mobilisation Officer II
Zonal coordinators were also announced to ensure effective regional coordination, with representatives drawn from all six geopolitical zones.
In addition, State Coordinators were appointed across several States, underscoring the forum’s commitment to strong state-level presence and inclusive participation.
Speaking on the development, Hon. Godstime Chukwubuikem Samuel reiterated that the appointments are part of a broader reform agenda aimed at enhancing internal coordination, policy engagement, and strategic relevance of former vice chairmen in Nigeria’s democratic process.
He assured members that more appointments would be announced in due course, as consultations and structural expansion continue.
The forum reaffirmed its commitment to unity, service, and constructive engagement with Government and stakeholders at all levels, as it continues to consolidate its role as a key voice of former Local Government leaders in Nigeria.
APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS OF THE NATIONAL FORUM OF FORMER LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL VICE CHAIRMEN OF NIGERIA.
10th January 2026
- Hon. Musa Ahmed Agbawu – National Publicity Secretary
- Hon. Gbolasire Abigail – Deputy National Secretary
- Hon. Sandra A. Onyia – National Welfare Secretary
- Hon. Princess Peace Nwobilo – National Organising Secretary
- Hon. Mahadiya Abdullahi – Deputy National Organising Secretary
- Hon. Faisal Lawal – Coordinator North West
- Hon. Abel Nwatu – Coordinator South East
- Hon. Austin Nemba – Coordinator North Central
- Hon. Ishaq Bada – Coordinator South West
- Hon. Idris GS Garko – Coordinator North East
- Hon. Melinda Ogiefa – Coordinator South South
- Hon.Aliyu Aminu Ikara – National Legal
Adviser 1 - Hon. Mamuda Muhammad Gyalgyal – National Auditor
- Hon. Ishak Tanko Gambaga – National Mobilization officer 2
State Coordinators
*Hon. Cletus Kalu Nwankwo – Abia state
*Hon. Salisu Ahmed – Kano state
*Hon. Omotehinse Olasehinde – Ekiti state
*Hon. Lawal Karu -Nasarawa state
*Hon. Chris Nkiti – Imo state
*Hon. Wilson Titlong – Plateau state
*Hon. Racheal Nwori – Ebonyi state
*Hon.Ibrahim Ahmed Roni – Jigawa state
*Hon. Phillip Tyem – Benue state
*Hon. Garba Biba – Niger state
*Hon. Eleduwa Godwin – Edo state
*Hon. Joe Ikenwe – Delta state
*Hon. Bello M Bello Jabo- Sokoto State
*Hon.Ahmed Gulani – Yobe State
*Hon.Mohamad Kalibargi – Borno state
*Hon. Abbas Rimaye – Katsina state
*Hon. Kabiru Lawan M.- Zamfara state
*Hon. Ademola Olawale – Oyo state
*Hon.Ikechukwu Johnson Ogbugo – Enugu state
*Hon. Badrudeen M. Akinola – Ogun State
*Hon. Nathaniel Pagiel – Adamawa state
*Hon. Habu Akawu – Bauchi state
*Hon. Garba Usman – Gombe state
Appointment takes immediate effect.
Other appointments will be announced soon.
Signed:
Hon. Godstime Chukwubuikem Samuel
(National Coordinator)
Hon. Muktar Dahiru Gora
(National Secretary)
