Barr. Ugochukwu H. Agballah

State Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC), Enugu State
 Lawyer, politician, democracy advocate

Background & Early Life

• Hails from Enugu State, Nigeria
• Trained as a lawyer and became active in legal and political advocacy early in his career.
  Known for his eloquence and strong stance on social justice, which earned him recognition in legal and civil society circles.
  
  

Career & Political Journey

• Former governorship aspirant under different political platforms before joining APC.
  
  
  
• In October 2021, he was elected as the Enugu State Chairman of the APC, with the mandate to restructure and reposition the party in the state.
  Under his leadership, the APC in Enugu experienced renewed media visibility and organizational reforms, despite persistent internal tensions.
  
  
  

Awards & Recognition

• "Democracy Man of the Year 2022" – Awarded by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oji River Branch, for his role in promoting credible elections and political inclusion.
  "Social Justice Crusader of the Year" – Honored by NUJ FRCN Enugu Zonal Council for defending media freedom and civic space.
  
  
  

Public Perception & Legacy

• Seen as a polarizing figure: While hailed by some as a reformist and intellectual voice in the APC, others accuse him of divisive leadership.
  Remains influential in Enugu politics due to national backing and his legal grounding in governance processes
• Known for his media engagement and ability to articulate the party’s position even amid internal crisis.
  
  

Summary

Barr. Ugochukwu H. Agballah is a tenacious legal and political operator who rose to prominence as the APC Chairman in Enugu. Despite ongoing legal and party-based disputes, he remains a central figure in the political discourse of the state, recognized nationally for his democratic advocacy and contributions to political restructuring.