The Iyaloja-General Movement for Renewed Hope Alliance (IGM) has appointed Chief Mrs. Obiageli Okwubanego as its new National General Secretary. Okwubanego has pledged to lead extensive grassroots mobilisation efforts to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid in 2027. Her appointment was made by the Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, Chief Dr. Mujidat Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, on October 22, 2026. Okwubanego expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to serve, citing her commitment to service, leadership capacity, and administrative experience.
Chief Mrs. Okwubanego described her appointment as a significant demonstration of confidence in her abilities. She commended Chief Dr. Tinubu-Ojo for the recognition and vowed to bring dedication, diligence, professionalism, and purposeful leadership to her new role. Okwubanego also praised the Iyaloja-General for her commitment to grassroots organisation and women's empowerment, which has created opportunities for women to participate in leadership and national development.
As National General Secretary, Okwubanego will work closely with the National Director-General of IGM, Dr. Nasiru Ladan, and other stakeholders to build a strong national structure. Her immediate priority is to strengthen the national secretariat, improve administrative efficiency, and establish effective communication channels. Okwubanego aims to promote collaboration among members at the national, state, and grassroots levels to achieve the Movement's objectives.
Okwubanego's mobilisation drive will involve engaging with market leaders, traders, women's groups, and community stakeholders. She emphasised the importance of an organised and coordinated structure to achieve meaningful grassroots participation. The Movement's goal is to provide a platform for stakeholder engagement, civic participation, and articulation of grassroots interests while advancing its objective of supporting President Tinubu's re-election.
Chief Mrs. Obiageli Okwubanego is a Nigerian businesswoman, real estate developer, and public official with considerable experience in the private and public sectors. She currently serves as Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Anambra State on Tax and Investment Mobilisation. Okwubanego has facilitated engagements between investors and the state government, promoting investment opportunities and economic development.
Okwubanego's professional engagements have included coordinating town hall meetings and investment-focused policy forums. She has represented the Anambra State Government at international business engagements, advocating for partnerships and investment opportunities in critical sectors such as healthcare and education. Her appointment is expected to strengthen the administrative and organisational capacity of IGM.
Chief Mrs. Okwubanego has called on members of the National Working Committee, state coordinators, and stakeholders to work collectively towards building a formidable national platform. She reaffirmed her commitment to the assignment, pledging not to take the confidence reposed in her for granted. Okwubanego's tenure as National General Secretary will focus on strengthening the Movement's grassroots presence and ensuring effective service delivery.
Key points
- Chief Mrs. Obiageli Okwubanego appointed as IGM National General Secretary to lead mobilisation efforts for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid.
- Okwubanego aims to strengthen IGM's national structure and promote grassroots participation in support of President Tinubu's re-election.
- The new National General Secretary brings considerable experience from the private and public sectors to her new role.
