Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, CON
Born 12 December 1958 in Omuma. Lawyer, businessman, two-term Senator for Imo West (2011–2019), and Governor of Imo State since 15 January 2020, re-elected November 2023.
His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma
Executive Governor of Imo State · Inaugurated January 15, 2020. Born December 12, 1958. Former Senator for Imo West (2011–2019). Chairman, Progressive Governors' Forum. Chairman, South East Governors' Forum.
Reconstruction · Rehabilitation · Recovery, a single, accountable agenda guiding every project across Imo State.
- • 130+ major roads
- • 50,000+ youth trained
- • ANOH Gas Plant, first gas Jan 16, 2026
- • ₦1.4T 2026 Budget of Economic Breakthrough
Personal & political journey.
Personal
- Born December 12, 1958 in Omuma, Oru East Local Government Area of Imo State.
- Completed his early education in Imo State before pursuing higher studies in Nigeria.
- A devout Christian whose Catholic upbringing informs his emphasis on humility and service.
- Happily married, with a family life he describes as the anchor of his public service.
- Built a successful career in business spanning oil and gas, shipping, and trade.
Political career
- Began in the Second Nigerian Republic as a youth leader of the NPN, Imo State.
- Senator for Imo West for two terms (2011–2019).
- Chaired the Senate Committee on Customs and Excise.
- Inaugurated Governor of Imo State on January 15, 2020; re-elected 2023.
- Chairman, Progressive Governors' Forum and South East Governors' Forum.
The biographical details above are drawn from primary public records and reputable national reporting. Click any source to verify.
- [1]INEC, 2019 General Election Senate Results ↗
- [2]Supreme Court of Nigeria, Judgment in Uzodimma v. Ihedioha (Jan 14, 2020) ↗
- [3]Premium Times, Hope Uzodimma elected Chairman, Progressive Governors' Forum (May 31, 2023) ↗
- [4]The Nation, 2023 National Honours List (CON conferred by President Buhari) ↗
- [5]Daily Trust, UN Peace Award and other recognitions ↗
- [6]National Assembly of Nigeria, Senate records, 7th & 8th Assembly (Imo West) ↗
What he has done.
Verified delivery, no exaggeration.
Security, industry and governance.
Security & Vigilance
Imo State Vigilance Services Organisation engaging thousands of youths; security restored from instability to relative peace.
Industry & Economy
Adapalm Nigeria Limited and Acharaubo Farms revived. Orashi Free Trade Zone established. Imo Digital City under development.
Education & Health
Imo State University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Omuma (NUC approved). Six functional tertiary hospitals; planned robotic surgical centre. IMSHIA recording highest national utilization rates.
Recognized at the highest levels.
"A game-changing revolutionary."
"I have seen enough that justifies his integrity."
"The Infrastructure Governor."
Official sources.
3R Mantra: Reconstruction · Rehabilitation · Recovery
One agenda powering every kilometre of road, every megawatt of power, and every young life lifted by skill.