Austin Okezie Meregini

Austin Okezie Meregini (also known as Ugolee) is a Nigerian politician and legislator who serves as the Deputy Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, representing Umuahia East State Constituency.[1] He is a member of the Labour Party.

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Austin Okezie Meregini
CitizenshipNigerian
Political partyLabour Party

Political career

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Meregini was elected to represent Umuahia East State Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly in 2023.[2] Following his election, he was chosen as the Deputy Speaker of the 8th Abia State House of Assembly under Speaker Emma Emeruwa's leadership.[3]

Prior to joining the Labour Party, Meregini was a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He resigned from the APC in May 2022, citing concerns about internal party crisis and disagreements with the National Working Committee's handling of primary elections.[4][5]

Personal life

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Meregini is married. His wife has been involved in some of his constituency projects and public appearances.[6]

References

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  1. ^ "Abia State Law Makers - House of Assembly". Abia State Government. 2 September 2024. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
  2. ^ Okoronkwo, Nnenna (2023-04-12). "Abia Assembly members-elect promise vibrant 8th assembly". Voice of Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-17.
  3. ^ "Complete List Of Abia State House of Assembly Members". Nigerian Leaders. 2024-05-08. Retrieved 2024-12-17.
  4. ^ Emeruwa, Chijindu (2022-05-26). "Abia APC primaries: State Assembly aspirant, Austin Okezie resigns membership". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
  5. ^ JAMES, Chukwudi Ojukwu (2022-05-26). "ABIA: Days After Dumping APC, State Assembly Aspirant Joins Labour Party". The Whistler Newspaper. Retrieved 2024-12-17.
  6. ^ Ikeokwu, Chibunna (2024-11-14). "Abia Deputy Speaker Meregini built house for indigent widow, partner ASOPADEC in completing Umuezeagwu community borehole". National Ambassador News.