Enugu North Local Government Area has a rich history of leadership, shaped by dedicated individuals who have contributed to the growth and development of the region. Over the years, various chairmen have steered the affairs of the LGA, each playing a pivotal role in governance, infrastructure development, and community advancement.
This page honors the past leaders of Enugu North LGA, recognizing their efforts and contributions towards making the local government a hub of progress. Below is a chronological list of past chairmen who have served in different capacities, from executive chairmen to transition chairmen. Their legacies continue to inspire leadership and service in Enugu North
Hon. Charles Ayalogu
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
1997
Mr. Pius O. Onuh (JP.)
Transition Chairman, Enugu North
1998
Hon. Ben Onyia
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
2002
Hon. Friday O. S. Ugwu
Transition Chairman, Enugu North
2002
Chief Dr. John M. Ukwuani
Transition Chairman, Enugu North
2002 – 2003
Barr. Emeka Nnamani
Transition Chairman, Enugu North
2002 – 2003
Barr. Walter E. Asogwa
Transition Chairman, Enugu North
2004
Chief Hon. Emmanuel O. Ngwu
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
2005
Okey Ani
Transition Chairman, Enugu North
2006
Hon. (Dr.) Herbert Oji
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
2008 – 2011
Hon. Emeka Ede
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
2011 – 2015
Hon. Isaac Igwe
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
2016 – 2017
Hon. John Eze
Transition Chairman, Enugu North
2018
Hon. Emma Onoh
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
2018 – 2020
Hon. Emeka Onunze
Executive Chairman, Enugu North
2020 – 2024
| # | Name | Year | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hon. Charles Ayalogu | 1997 | Executive Chairman |
| 2 | Mr. Pius D. Onuh (C.P.) | 1998 | Executive Chairman |
| 3 | Hon. Ben Onyia | 2002 | Executive Chairman |
| 4 | Chief Dr. John M. Ukwuani | 2002 | Transition Chairman |
| 5 | Barr. Emeka Nnamani | 2002-2003 | Transition Chairman |
| 6 | Hon. Friday O.S. Ugwu | 2002 | Transition Chairman |
| 7 | Rev. Hon. Ejike Ugwu | 2004 | Transition Chairman |
| 8 | Barr. Walter E. Asogwa | 2004 | Transition Chairman |
| 9 | Chief Hon. Emmanuel O. Ngwu | 2005 | Executive Chairman |
| 10 | Okey Ani | 2006 | Transition Chairman |
| 11 | Hon. Barr. Philip O. Agu | 2007 | Transition Chairman |
| 12 | Hon. (Dr.) Herbert Oji | 2008-2011 | Executive Chairman |
| 13 | Hon. Emeka Ede | 2011-2015 | Executive Chairman |
| 14 | Hon. Isaac Igwe | 2016-2017 | Transition Chairman |
| 15 | Hon. John Eze | 2018 | Transition Chairman |
| 16 | Hon. Emma Onoh | 2018-2020 | Executive Chairman |
| 17 | Hon. Emeka Onunze | 2020-2024 | Executive Chairman |
| 18 | Dr. Ibenaku Harford Onoh | Assumed Office 2nd Oct 2024 | Executive Chairman |