Dr. Malachy Agbo
Commissioner, Ministry of Information, Enugu State (formerly Commissioner for Human Development & Poverty Eradication)
Peoples Democratic Party Enugu State
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Dr. Malachy Agbo is a seasoned journalist and governance advocate who serves as Enugu State’s Commissioner for Information, having previously held the portfolio for Human Development & Poverty Eradication until mid-2025. With a Ph.D. in Mass Communication, over two decades of experience in media, and a track record in local government leadership, he brings communication expertise and policy insight to the state’s information and social development agenda.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (institution specified; graduation year not publicly available)
- Master’s degree, University of Lagos (field and years not specified)
- Ph.D. in Mass Communication, obtained in 2022, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)
Professional Background
- Over 20 years’ experience in journalism, including roles at THISDAY Newspapers and Diamond Bank Plc
- Founder of THE CITIZEN, an online newspaper focused on promoting good governance
- Served in local government as Caretaker Chairman of Igbo-Etiti LGA in 2016, subsequently elected Chairman in 2017
- Appointed Senior Special Assistant (unspecified portfolio) to the state government prior to ministerial appointment
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