Ozioma Bennett Ebonine
Ozioma Bennett Ebonine | |
|---|---|
| Member of the House of Representatives of Nigeria from Imo | |
| Assumed office June 2023 | |
| Constituency | Njaba State Constituency |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 5/July/1985 |
| Citizenship | Nigeria |
| Political party | All Progressives Congress |
Ozioma Bennett Ebonine (born 5 July 1985), also known as Ezengwori Njaba or Ezi Ngwori Worship, is a Nigerian politician currently serving as the member representing Njaba State Constituency in the Imo State House of Assembly since 2023. He chairs the House Committee on Housing and Rural Development.[1]
Early Life and Background
[edit]Born on 5 July 1985, Ebonine is married and identifies as a Christian.[1]
Political Career
[edit]Ozioma Bennett Ebonine is a Nigerian politician currently serving as the member representing Njaba State Constituency in the Imo State House of Assembly, a position he assumed in 2023. A member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He was appointed as the Chairman of the House Committee on Housing and Rural Development, where he plays a key role in shaping policies related to housing infrastructure and the development of rural communities within Imo State.[1][2]
- In July 2024, he sponsored a motion urging Governor Hope Uzodimma to formally recognize Autonomous Community Youth Presidents in Imo and empower youth leaders in governance a move praised by youth representatives.[3]
- In October 2024, he sponsored an agricultural revitalization motion, co-signed by 16 other members of the Assembly, aimed at boosting food production, lowering food prices, and transforming Imo State’s economy from a consumption-based model to one focused on production.[4]
- He collaborated with GetBundi Tech and other partners to launch a six-month coding and digital literacy program, providing STEM and digital skills training to twelve youths from Umuaka.[5]
Honors and Recognition
[edit]He has been honored with multiple awards, including a Distinguished Award of Excellence from the Anglican Bishop of Orlu and a Merit Award from the Catholic Bishop of Owerri, recognizing his humanitarian services.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "HON. OZIOMA BENNETT EBONINE (EZENGWORI NJABA)". Imo State House of Assembly. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ ""I will transform the political system of Njaba". Ozioma Worship. -". 2022-06-05. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ admin (2024-07-05). "IMHA: Governor Uzodimma Urges To Recognize Autonomous Community Youth Presidents in Imo State". OtimkpuNews. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ Anyanwu, Ikechukwu (2024-10-09). "IMHA MOVES TO REAWAKEN THE CONSCIOUSNESS OF IMO PEOPLE IN AGRICULTURE". AriseAfrika. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "Ugo Johnson Anyiam, Ozioma Worship set to train 12 Akalites on internet coding. -". 2024-03-03. Retrieved 2025-07-10.