06/08/2026
*TOWN UNION ELECTION: IDUME CARETAKER COMMITTEE AND STAKEHOLDERS INTERFACE WITH MBAITOLI COUNCIL BOSS*
*Declare Saturday, 15th August 2026 as Official Date for Idume Annual General Assembly/Election*
*Mbaitoli LGA* - In line with the directive of the Imo State Government led by *Dist. Sen. Hope Uzodimma*, the Caretaker Committee of *Idume Autonomous Community Town Union*, led by *Mr. Hillary Anodere*, was today at the Mbaitoli Council Headquarters to officially notify the Council Chairman of the upcoming election in the community.
*Members of the Delegation*
In his entourage were:
*Chief (Sir) D.D. Iwuoha, Nze M.E.U. Madu, Hon. Kelechi Ejiakonye, Mr. Collins Onuoha* - Vice Chairman, *Arc. Emenike Edward* - Committee Secretary, *Mr. Elias Ekene Irennadi* - Committee Public Relations Officer, *Mr. Modestus Ibekwe* - Treasurer, *Mr. Nzubechi Okehie* - Member Representing Ugwunenye Village, and *Mr. Acho Ibemere* - Member Representing Abachie Village.
*Purpose of Visit*
Presenting the purpose of the visit, *Hon. Kelechi Ejiakonye* thanked the Chairman for his support during the visit of *Hon. Akarachi Amadi* to Idume. He formally informed him about the forthcoming election of the Idume Autonomous Community Town Union and the decision to hold the Annual General Assembly on *Saturday, 15th August 2026*.
*Council Chairman’s Response*
Responding, the *Council Chairman, Hon. Ifunanya Nwanegwo*, described Idume as one of the most populated autonomous communities in Mbaitoli.
_"They have vibrant people - the youths, elders, and mothers,"_ he said.
_"You cannot mention the stronghold of our party, APC, in Mbaitoli without mentioning Idume. Idume is peculiar as far as Mbaitoli politics is concerned."_
He noted that although there were misunderstandings in the past, their visit today showed that Idume people are peace-loving.
_"I will ensure that the peace you are seeking fully takes root. I will make consultations. From our general observation, we have seen those who have the support of the people."_
He finally urged the Caretaker Committee to submit a formal written notification of the election addressed to his office.
The meeting ended on a note of unity and cooperation.
*Mee Idume ka o karacha mma*
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