During a plenary session held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, the Kogi State House of Assembly announced the suspension of Emmanuel Onuche, Chairman of Ibaji Local Government Area, citing gross misconduct and behavior that allegedly tarnished the image of the state Leadership.
Key developments:
Onuche was ordered to hand over council affairs to Vice Chairman Victoria Okolo pending the outcome of investigations Leadership.
The Assembly stated that a fair and effective investigation could not proceed while Onuche remained in office.
A five-member investigative committee was constituted, led by Hon. Bode Ogunmola, with members including Hon. Ishaya Omotayo Adeleye (Ijumu), Hon. Asema Baba Haruna (Adavi), Hon. Anthony Ujah (Olamaboro), and Hon. Bin-Ebaiya Shehu Tijani (Lokoja 1).
Muhammed Bello was appointed as the committee clerk Leadership.
The committee has been given a one-month deadline to submit its findings. The suspension underscores the Assembly’s commitment to accountability and ethical governance at the local level.
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